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Husky sends $3.5 million pre-payment to City of NB By John Cairns Staff Reporter
North Battleford has received a pre-payment from Husky of $3.5 million dollars in compensation following the oil spill into the North Saskatchewan River. That was confirmed by David Gillan, city director of finance, at council’s regular council meeting Monday night. The amount has been received and deposited in the bank. Gillan said this was not a final number for compensation. “This is just an estimate. It’s not a final payment, it’s a pre-payment just to assist the City with cash flow,” said Gillan. The news comes on the heels of news that Prince Albert received a similar pre-payment of $5 million. Gillan stressed the prepayment to North Battleford was not connected to Prince Albert in any way and that people should not read anything into the numbers, because the situations are different. Gillan’s remarks were in response to a question from councillor Ryan Bater at the meeting Monday. Bater also wanted to know if Husky had any conversations with businesses impacted, particularly car washes and landromats. Gillan confirmed the city provided the names of all affected businesses to Husky, and that Husky had
been in contact with them directly about compensation. Those talks with businesses in the city had started well before a claims workshop that took place over the weekend at Don Ross Centre, in which residents were encouraged to meet with Husky and submit claims. “It’s been going on for some time,” Gillan said. “It was something that we talked about at the beginning that we wanted to have compensation for them relatively quickly, because they’re the most impacted – it’s cash flow, they’ve got bills to pay.” In speaking to reporters following the meeting, city manager Jim Puffalt welcomed the pre-payment. “We have a number of expenses that are going to be coming right away,” Puffalt said, “and so it’s great that we have the money in place and as soon as the bills come we can pay it and be done with it.” Puffalt also provided an update on the overall efforts to replace the water supply lost after the oil spill. The supply line from the town of Battleford has been up and running since last week and that water is being pumped into FE Holliday Plant No. 2. Work is now under way to build wells at the groundwater plant, Water Treatment Plant No. 1.
Puffalt said that the first two additional wells have been drilled as of Monday. The wells are 102 feet deep and 10 inches in circumference. The pumps are not in yet, but once those are in and the wells commissioned, those two wells will begin production. At that time, according to a memo to council, all watering restrictions and restrictions on car washes will be lifted. The Saskatchewan Hospital reservoir will also be able to be filled from the city. The other two wells will follow, and the expectation is all four wells will be in production by Aug. 31. To continue to save water, the City will not be watering sports fields and parks. The City also has not been using the street sweeper due to the water restrictions, and has been using water from the Town of Battleford to carry out their own watering of plants and flowers. Puffalt also noted a deal is done for the accounting firm Deloitte to come in and assist in determining the costs that will be charged to Husky for the whole range of losses incurred by the City. Husky will be paying the fees incurred by Deloitte. A meeting was also scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 18 between City officials and the Water Se-
curity Agency to review plans for the General Electric Filtration solution that would enable the City to again draw on water from the North Saskatchewan River. The plans were prepared by their consulting engineers KGS Group and were to be presented at that meeting. Despite the news earlier on Monday that the Water Security Agency tests had found the water in the North Saskatchewan was within safe drinking guidelines, Puffalt made clear the city was taking no chances. The F.E. Holliday plant treats not only water but sediment that comes in as well. It is what’s in the sediment that is the real worry. “Our concern, and why we’re not willing to open up the intakes at all, is because we have no proof that the sediment is clean,” said Puffalt. “And we’re concerned that something comes in that will blow the plant up.” Puffalt also said the program to do dredging work in the North Saskatchewan River for their water intake has been discontinued in the wake of the oil spill. The contract for that work was approved by council right before the oil spill happened, but officials don’t want to disturb the sand and dirt at the bottom of the river as oil may have settled there. Continued on Page 6
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Safety co-ordinator SUMMER CLEAROUT ON NOW! disappointed with 25% OFF crime index stats on NEW in stock Grand Caravans and Ram 1500s
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Here is a rundown of highlights from community safety coordinator Herb Sutton’s monthly monitoring report to North Battleford council on Monday night. Sutton was obviously not happy about another disappointing score for North Battleford on the national Crime Severity Index compiled by StatsCan. For 2015, North Battleford finished with a score of 321– which was again the worst in the country for cities over 10,000 population. Prince Albert was second. “I’m disappointed but not surprised,” Sutton said of the numbers. Still, he said he’s “feeling good about where we’re at in the city, about what the city, what this council, what the city leadership, what agencies and organizations and residents are doing, in spite of the data. I still believe that we’re on the right track.” He cited the importance of having a research base to what they were doing,
and added “the research says it’s going to take some time.” He also noted more work was needed to address the root causes of criminal behaviour – addictions, mental health, poverty, housing and food security, referring to comments by RCMP Insp. John Sutherland in the media to that effect. In other areas, Sutton was very happy with the growth of numbers for Citizens on Patrol. They have added a total of three new members and Sutton reports those members could encourage their friends to join as well. He also reported Citizens on Patrol monitored the traffic on 95th Street and 19th Avenue and it produced some interesting results – they found people on 95th Street were actually meeting the speed limit, but there was a lot of speeding recorded on 19th Avenue so more enforcement could be coming there. Sutton reported further CPTED (Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design) initiatives includ-
ing Art Alley, which he called an example of how to improve the image of an area – cited as a CPTED principle. As well, four barbecues were held in June in conjunction with the playground program, serving 400 people to encourage “cohesion” in neighbourhoods in the city. Cohesion is another CPTED principle. The SAGE group is helping with three community engagement barbecues in August, to connect with local residents and speak about community safety. The HUB table has continued to meet and Sutton reports Tonya Browarny has done a great job leading the HUB table after the departure of Kevin Steinborn as co-chair. Sutton also reported Concern for Youth has now moved into their new quarters at the Don Ross Centre and have expanded staff, focusing on implementing programming for teens. An added bonus is close proximity to the government services that are located there. The funding situation
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Major builds on tap for NB By John Cairns Staff Reporter
It was a solid month for building permits in the city of North Battleford, but it was the prospect of even more projects that had councillors excited at Monday’s meeting. The permit report for July was presented to council Monday. For the month of July, 13 permits were issued for a permit value of $895,500, which is up from eight permits for $826,700 for the
same month a year ago. Three commercial alterations for $497,000 and three new industrial permits for $315,000 made up the bulk of the permit values for the month Overall, 80 permits have been issued for 2016 for a permit value of $11,783,400, compared to 68 permits for $16,255,000 through July of last year. While permit values are currently down for the year, city officials expect the numbers to catch up soon as a number of major
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Hoping Churchill’s fate will be turned around Dear Editor I have just returned from a trip to Churchill, Man., to visit friends and to introduce my wife to the many interesting features of this Hudson Bay port town, some of which are: its long history, its unique climate — between the arctic and boreal zones, its position at the mouth of the Churchill River on Hudson Bay, and the hardy souls who inhabit the town. Its future is now, sadly, in serious jeopardy. It has long been maintained by many (including many grain farmers in Saskatchewan), that Churchill’s deepsea port there, in what is very close to the geographic centre of the country, about a thousand miles closer to European ports than ports on the Saint Lawrence Seaway, should make it one of the busiest ports in the country. However, for decades, Canadian governments have been under-whelmed by its great potential, always favouring those Saint Lawrence ports one way or another. (We in Churchill used to think it was because there are a lot more voters there.) For a long time, as Glenn Tait so aptly pointed out in his letter to the NewsOptimist of Aug. 9, 2016, the Canadian Wheat Board has been a major factor in keeping Churchill’s port going, and now that, too, is no longer the case, because of the Harper government’s changes to the CWB. The American corporation, Omni-Trax, put in charge of the port by the Canadian government several years ago, announced a few days ago that they were closing the port and would be laying off the relevant workers. Among the many problems this could cause if the Canadian government does nothing about it is that the Saskatchewan grain in the bins at the Port of Churchill will now have to be re-transported to those ports on the Saint Lawrence – probably at the expense of Saskatchewan farmers. Maybe this situation could bring the Liberal government’s attention to the importance of Churchill, resulting in some reasonable decisions to do the right thing. Hope springs eternal! Russell Lahti Battleford
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National park shops blind to those who walk through their doors During our holidays this summer we spent some time wandering through the Wasagaming townsite at Riding Mountain National Park in southwest Manitoba. As usual, we walked through a lot of the shops, and bought little, if anything, beyond candy. That’s because, despite passing through around 10 shops which carried clothing – mostly women’s clothing – nearly all of it was for women of a certain size. If you were a size 2 to maybe a 10, you could shop at any one of these shops and have more selection than you can possibly imagine. If you were “plus size,” good luck. You might find a few clothes on a rack in the back in just a few of the shops. Earlier in the day I took a walk along the beach boardwalk, taking in the
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Curbside recycling for Battleford By John Cairns Staff Reporter
The Town of Battleford has approved mandatory curbside recycling. A motion to approve a three-year agreement with Loraas Environmental Services Ltd. was approved unanimously at council Monday. As well, a bylaw was passed to enter into an agreement with Loraas regarding curbside recycling and all readings passed at council unanimously. There had been curbside recycling available in the town already to residents who had a contract, but this will be mandatory to all residents. It coincides with the launch of a new multi-material waste program in the province where municipalities receive compensation for recycled materials. According to town administrator John Enns-Wind, this made it a good time for Battleford to begin mandatory recycling. According to a memo by Enns-Wind to council, the benefits included revenue from recycled material, as well as reducing material going to the landfill and thereby reducing those costs as well. The idea had been discussed for a long time, including during budget deliberations this year. An RFP was issued, which closed at the end of July. Three submissions
came back, but Loraas was seen as the clear winner for level of service and better fees; they also made an offer to purchase the existing recycling bins of the town. Those bins will be taken out of service and are located near the public works and Ag Canada buildings. Town administrator John Enns-Wind told council that, if approved, Loraas would immediately order the curbside bins which are expected to arrive in six weeks. There are plans to communicate to all Battleford residents how curbside recycling will work, and to work with current customers as well. Those already with a contract with Loraas
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Water subject of talk at Town Hall By John Cairns Staff Reporter
The Town of Battleford’s role in helping address North Battleford’s water needs after the oil spill were a major discussion point at Monday’s town council meeting. Much of the discussion focused on what the town had been doing with respect to a water supply line that runs from the town across the Battleford bridge, hooking up to North Battleford at the F.E. Holliday water treatment plant. Aubrey Whittleton from the Town’s public
$3.5 million payment from Husky Energy Continued from Page 1 Costs for that lost work will be charged back to Husky as well. “We don’t think it’s wise at this point in time to disturb the river base, on the river bottom, and start disrupting and have more things go down the river,” said Puffalt. Mayor Ian Hamilton
will not be double billed. The cost will be $5.25 a month, “which is substantially less than the residents who have chosen to enter into agreements with Loraas right now,” said Mayor Derek Mahon to reporters. He said a lot of other municipalities have switched to mandatory recycling and noted the benefits of it. “I think there will be long-term cost-savings with the landfill fees, and just keep products out of the landfill that could be recycled,” said Mahon. “It’s a good program and there are benefits to the community overall.”
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added the Water Security Agency has the same concerns as well. Puffalt assured council the city will be fine with the supply line from Battleford, the new wells and the filtration system. “There has to be pretty extensive testing” to prove that they open the plant again, said Puffalt.
works department confirmed they were feeding North Battleford at a rate of 75 cubic meters an hour, or 1800 cubic meters a day. That’s all they could give North Battleford without depressurizing their own system, said Whittleton. He added they were also supplying a half-dozen businesses with water, as well as Saskatchewan Hospital. “We’re very busy at the water plant these days,” said Whittleton. There have been no problems at the plant keeping up, with Whittleton saying it was running at 80 to 83 percent. There’s been quite a bit of dialogue with the Water Security Agency as well, though Whittleton said “they’re more concerned with that side of the river,” referring mainly to the intakes for North Battleford. The above-ground pipeline from Battleford to North Battleford is now running. There was an initial snafu when a positive test result was recorded for coliform. Whittleton said that was “their faux pas, not ours” – there were no is-
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sues with the water leaving the hydrant. Ultimately, the pipeline did get the goahead. The water is being supplied from a fire hydrant right outside Town Hall. There is also a flow meter there as well as a valve to shut the water off if needed. The water then goes from that location down the hill, across the bridge and to the F.E. Holliday plant. Mayor Mahon noted he had seen some of the fusing that had gone on during the work to construct
the pipeline. Whittleton also explained a little more about the way Battleford gets its water. It utilizes four wells that are located upstream and downstream near the old bridges and are 30 metres deep. The water obtained through those wells is naturally filtered through the ground. “A lot of those impuries are already gone by the time that we get it,” said Whittleton. As for the potential impact of oil, “the impact of us getting anything from
the river is very slim to none, at all,” said Whittleton. “It’s too thick, for one thing, to get through all that dirt, sand, clay, whatever else is there to actually get into our systems.” However, the government has advised they will be required to do additional testing at the wells to make sure. Mahon further explained that the reason there is no issue with the Battleford water is because they use groundwater while North Battleford utilizes surface water from the river.
Saskatchewan baseball play to stop in Battleford Staff “ Lipstick. Short Skirts. Grit. The Game was for Real.” A touring play featuring Saskatchewan’s baseball heritage is being hosted by the Battlefords Community Players and the Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame next week. Diamond Girl, written by Maureen Ulrich, is a one-woman show that recounts exploits of three Saskatchewan women who played in the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League in the 1940s.
It is coming to the Battlefords for one show only, Tuesday, Aug. 23 at 7:30 p.m. at 102-26th Street in Battleford. Tickets are $20 each and can be purchased by calling 306-446-3133 or at the door starting at 7 p.m. The show was commissioned to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame in Regina and the actress and writer are from Saskatchewan. The production is Saskatchewanproduced and funded with support of Saskatchewan Lotteries. The show has
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Everybody Loves a Parade! The annual Territorial Days Parade has come again. Spectators flocked to the sidewalks of 101st and 102nd Streets with lawn chairs in hand Monday, Aug. 15 to catch sight of the diverse mix of show horses, vintage cars, mascots, floats and even a working steam organ.
This marks the 129th year of the Battlefords Agricultural Society’s parade to kick off Northwest Territorial Days that runs from Aug. 16-20. Photos by Shannon Kovalsky
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At this year’s annual Territorial Days Parade, the Canadian flag was waved with the rainbow pride flag for the first time. The parade marked the Battlefords and Area Gender and Sexuality Alliance’s first major public outing since the group formed in May of this year. Group founder Kay-
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Lynne Collier says she felt there was a community need because there has never been a Battlefordsbased LGBTQ group open to the entire public. “I thought having a community-focused group would be good,” she says. “I also thought it would be a great opportunity for people to interact with other people they wouldn’t normally interact with.” Body acceptance is an important subject in queer communities, Collier says, so the group drew on this year’s parade slogan “Fun in the Sun” for inspiration on their float’s theme. “In particular our float is ‘Every Body is a Beach Body.’ It’s important for us to promote body image acceptance because a lot of people, especially
trans people, may not feel comfortable in their bodies,” she says, “so (we’re) promoting that idea of acceptance and enjoying the summer without having to feel self-conscious.” So far there has been a lot of support and excitement from the community, Collier says, and they continue to increase in numbers as well as in fundraising. Eventually she’d like the group to grow enough to be able to open a re-
source centre that would offer programs and services, like STI testing. For now, though, Collier says the group hopes their float will bring awareness to the group and to the queer community at large that exists in the Battlefords. People wishing to become involved with the Battlefords and Area Gender and Sexuality Alliance can reach them at their Facebook page.
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MobileMuslims campaign goes through Battlefords By John Cairns Staff Reporter
A group of Ahmadiyya Muslims were passing through North Battleford on Friday to spread a message of peace. Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama`at Canada have organized a cross-Canada mobile exhibition using the Twitter hashtag #MobileMuslims. The exhibition is coinciding with the 50th anniversary year of the Ahmadiyya Muslim community in Canada. It’s a way to recognizing the freedom of religion they
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have in the country. “The intention of this trailer, this initiative, is to say thank you to Canada, to this beautiful country we reside in, that has given us the freedom of faith, to allow us to practice our faith freely,” said Tariq Azeem, missionary for the Saskatchewan region for the Ahmadiyya Muslim community. But they also aim to spread the teachings of Islam, and remove misconceptions people may have about their religion. “If somebody studies the religion from an unbiased perspective, you would realize the religion teaches only peace,” said Azeem. “Islam is all about peace, and it is the actions of terrorists that have given a bad reputation to Islam. Otherwise it is a religion of absolute peace and kindness to humanity.” The message of their campaign is “Love for All, Hatred for None.” The organization’s news release states: “In a world where unjust extremism is rampant, it is essential for Muslims to speak out and take the message of ‘Love for All, Hatred for None’ across the country. Through this mobile-exhibition we wish to celebrate all the freedoms and opportunities we enjoy as Canadian Muslims.” The MobileMuslims trailer started in July in St. John’s, Nfld., and has made its way through the country with plans to reach the west coast, in Vancouver. Some 25 stops were scheduled across Canada over 40 days. On Friday they were heading from Saskatoon to Lloydminster, with plans to
head to Edmonton by Aug. 14. The trailer is accompanied by a group of five people who are on the tour across the country. They co-ordinate with the local chapters to organize their efforts and set up the trailer, from which the group is able to provide literature and answer questions. Omer Ahmed, a volunteer travelling across the country with the group since July 31 when it stopped in Toronto, says the group has been answering peoples’ basic questions about Islam, and also clearing up about what Islam is not about. “When we talk about misconceptions, it’s because people think ISIS is Islam,” said Ahmed. “That’s the image that certain media outlets would portray and that’s what people would have in their mind. Our job is to tell them there’s a group of people who hijacked my faiths or our practices and are using that to gain their own political agendas, and I’m here to tell them ‘you know what, that’s not what Islam is about.’ Islam is about peace and harmony, and we cannot talk about it enough.” Ahmed says the general reaction has been overwhelmingly positive and he says the group is finding Canadians are “much more open” than they thought. “They’re much more open to the ideas that, you know what, there’s more to the story. There’s only one side of the picture that they’re seeing, and they want to know the other side.”
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Bedford new man in charge of North Stars By Lucas Punkari
was fortunate enough to be hired by the North Stars.” Bedford had spent the last four seasons with the Keyano College Huskies program in Fort McMurray, Alta., where he has the head coach for the last two years. He will be taking over from Kevin Hasselberg, who had spent five seasons with the team before being hired as the general manager and head coach for the Southern Professional Hockey League’s Pensacola Ice Flyers. “His work ethic is very similar to Kevin’s,” North Stars president Troy Slywka said. “He knows the game well and he had a very strong passion for it. “He showed that in Fort McMurray and he’ll bring that to our program as well. Having come from the college ranks and having recruited many of the players that have come through
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Nate Bedford has heard nothing but good things about the Battlefords North Stars. Now he’ll get to experience that first hand. The 36-year old native of Peterborough, Ont. was announced on Tuesday morning as the new head coach and general manager for the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League club. “Everyone that I had talked to who had been in North Battleford or had played for the team had great things to say about the team and how much they loved their experience there,” Bedford said. “I had watched a lot of the SJHL games during the playoffs this year and it was some of the best hockey that I had seen in Canada. It looked like a great fit for me and my family and I
our league, he’ll bring that point of view to our organization and that will be a great asset.” A former netminder for the Ontario Junior Hockey League’s Linsday Muskies and a one time video coach with the National Hockey League’s Ottawa Senators under the late Roger Neilson, Bedford played a key role in helping to turn around the Huskies program. He led the team to its best ever season last year
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runs to score in the fifth frame, Albers settled in and pitched six solid innings with five strikeouts. “I’m grateful that Albers was here,” Twins manager Paul Molitor said. “What he did, you can’t underscore enough. He came out, he got banged around a bit in the first couple of innings, but he ended up throwing 108 pitches. He picked us up.” The Twins were dealing with a shortened bullpen after a number of rough losses in recent games, which made Albers long outing even more vital to the American League Central side. “We kept checking in
with him. Even after the eighth inning, I was tempted to get (reliever Ryan) Pressly in the there, which I really didn’t want to do. But (Albers) said he was good. He said he was just starting to get loose.” The 30-year-old has been playing for the Twins’ AAA affaliate Rochester Red Wings this season. He has a 9-5 record with a 3.51 earned run average in 19 starts. His last MLB game was on May 1, 2015 when he made a relief appearance for the Toronto Blue Jays in a 9-4 loss to the Cleveland Indians. He was sent back down to Rochester this week.
North Battleford’s Andrew Albers made his return to the major leagues for the Minnesota Twins last Thursday night in a 10-2 loss to the Houston Astros. With the Twins short a player, Albers was called up to the team as the 26th man and came in to pitch in the fourth inning after starter Tommy Milone left the game in the third inning due to shoulder soreness. After a rocky start where he gave up a tworun home run to George Springer in the fourth inning and allowed two more
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as they won a bronze medal in the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference. “We went through a rebuilding process up there to build towards becoming a championship team,” Bedford said. “We weren’t the most skilled team in the world but we had a lot of character guys with good size that battled hard, which is something I sought out when I was recruiting. “We were a six-win team the year before I be-
came the head coach and then we finished in sixth in my first year in charge before winning a bronze medal last year. We were recruiting to win a championship and we really felt like we had had the pieces in place to contend this season.” All of that planning came to a halt in April when the school dropped the men’s hockey program in a cost-cutting move. In addition to finding a new coaching opportunity, Bedford also had to deal with another hardship as the house he lived in with his wife and young son burned to the ground during the Fort McMurray wildfire in May. “Having those two things happen in a pretty short span was a tough challenge to go through,” Bedford said. “My wife and I had put a lot of time into the college so to see
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As he finished up his round in Regina on Sunday, Colby Friedrich had to pinch himself. The 14-year-old from Battleford rattled off six birdies in an eight-hole stretch on the back nine as he won the Bantam Boys division title at the Maple Leaf Junior Golf Tour tournament at the Wascana Country Club. “I was pretty nervous at one point because I had never been on a run of birdies like that before,” Friedrich said. “My putting is always pretty solid but I was just sinking them from everywhere. “There was a level of excitement to though as I was making those putts. I think it all started on the ninth hole when I made a birdie putt after two double bogeys. That put me two shots off of the lead going into the back nine and that ended being a really good spot to be in.” Friedrich shot rounds of 74 and 72 on the weekend as he defeated Estevan’s Jayden Dudas by two shots to win the title. It was his second win on the tour this year. His previous win came in Red Deer, Alta. on June 12. “I would have to say that my driving played a
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huge part in my play this weekend,” Friedrich said. “It hasn’t been as consistent as I would like it to be this year but it was on point for me in both rounds. “I also made some adjustments with the course. Wascana is fairly open for the most part and I made some changes by hitting some longer irons off of the tee. That allowed me to be in better positions to go after the flags.” With the win, Friedrich now holds an 82-point lead
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A total of 31 members of New Horizons took to the North Battleford Golf and Country Club on Monday, Aug. 15 for their weekly golf scramble. Thanks to favourable conditions out on the course, the competition was strong from start to finish. Don Dill led his foursome to a first place finish. He was joined on his team by Allie Raycraft, Dave Page and Dick Horrell. Frank Simpson, Diana Griffiths, Ken Holliday and Dave Stevens finished in second place.
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The Consolation honours were won by the grouping of Joe Waldbillig, Merv Zulynik, Karl Palm and Norm Soiseth. Meanwhile, an award was given to Don Murray for being the closest to the pin on the eighth hole, Art Strueby won the Co-op Car Wash honours for making the longest putt on the eighth green. New Horizons are slated to play again on Monday morning in their latest weekly round. Results from that round were not avaliable as of press time.
over Dudas for the top spot the Saskatchewan Under 15 boys order of merit standings. The two golfers will be battling it out once again at the final tour event of the season at the Willows Golf and Country Club in Saskatoon next weekend. “Being on the tour has given me a lot more confidence,” Friedrich said. “I’ve become more comfortable in tournaments and it’s really making me a better player in the long run. “I’m more used to the pressure when I’m in a situation like I was in Regina and I hope to build off of that going forward.” Thanks to his play this year, Friedrich will also have a chance to compete at the Boston Pizza National Championship from Nov. 11-13 in Phoenix, Ariz. “I’m really looking forward to that,” Friedrich said. “That should be an awesome experience. “Right now though the main focus is on Saskatoon and doing well there.”
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Brewers repeat as provincial champions By Lucas Punkari Sports Reporter
The Wilkie Brewers are back on top of the mountain when it comes to Senior AA baseball in Saskatchewan. For the second straight year the Brewers have won a provincial title after they defeated the Unity Cardinals 10-3 in the Senior AA Tier 3 championship final in Rosetown Sunday. “It’s always something that you are proud of and to beat one of our rivals in Unity makes it even more exciting,” Brewers coach Trent Cey said. “When you start a season the goal is to play for a championship and everything was able to come together for us to go back to back at the provincials. It’s a big deal for us to get our names back on the trophy again after we had a dry spell there for a few years.” After falling behind 3-1 to the Cardinals in the
title tilt, the Brewers roared back with a vengeance as they scored nine runs in the sixth inning to take a lead that they would never give up. “We did what we have done all year long,” Cey said. “We capitalized on another team’s mistakes and we were able to put some runs on the board to put the game out of reach at that point. “They were out of pitchers at that point of the tournament and when we batted around that put them in some trouble.” The Brewers finished the round-robin with a 3-0 record with wins over the Cardinals, Bruno Bisons and Oxbow Chiefs. They advance to the final with a 9-3 triumph over the Estevan Wolfs Sunday afternoon. “I think this year’s team might have been even deeper offensively compared to what we had last season,” Cey said. “You could have
put anyone from the lineup out there in a situation and they would come through with the big hit or a big defensive play. “We also had a lot of confidence in one another. We were in some pretty tight games this weekend and we had that belief that no matter what the score
played six years with Notre Dame Hounds of the Canadian Baseball League from 1942 to 1947 and then 14 years with the Sage Brush League, Highway 13, from 1948 to 1962. McCann was a disciplined, reliable, honest, competitive and hard working athlete. He was on the roster as an outfielder for the Notre Dame
Hounds Senior Baseball Team in 1942. World War II accounted for many baseball players joining the Canadian Armed Forces, leaving a small number to participate at home in the Western Canadian Baseball League. McCann practiced his catching skills and made his debut on July 11, 1943, with the Hounds senior
was we would be able to score five, six or even nine runs in an inning.” With the provincial title clinched, the Brewers are now looking to win their first North Saskatchewan River Baseball League title since 2008. They started off on a strong note Tuesday night
in Wilkie as they cruised to a 12-2 win in five and a half innings over the Standard Hill Lakers. “We were definitely hot coming into the game with our bats and we knew it,” Brewers third baseman Rob Cey said. “We stayed loose out there and we were able to keep up our strong hitting.” In front of a large crowd that also included a healthy contingent of Lakers supporters, the Brewers came out of the gates strong. They scored five runs in the first inning and doubled their lead to a 10-0 cushion in the second frame to leave the Lakers and their fans in disbelief. “They had a few struggles out there in the field and that’s something we took advantage of early,” Rob Cey said. “That was something we also did last weekend in Rosetown. You have to capitalize on those chances when you can.”
Cey brought home three runs on a pair of singles to lead the way on offence. Cody Wilgenbusch, Jason Schell and Ryan Cey each had a pair of RBI’s while Bye Braun rounded out the scoring on a sacrifice fly. David Schell was strong again on the mound and also made some nice catches to help his cause. The Brewers could clinch the title in Silver Lake on Wednesday night when they visited the Lakers. The outcome of that game was not known as of press time. “With the way their fans travelled here to Wilkie I expect that it’s going to be loud at their park,” Rob Cey said. “We’re expecting them to push us a little more than they did today but hopefully we can come out strong once again.” A third and deciding game, if needed, will take place Tuesday in Wilkie.
team, where he would be catching for pitcher Frank Germann. He proved to be very effective as he helped to keep the team in first place in the league and won the pennant. The Hounds were pleased with their 1944 season but McCann was overjoyed with his own performance. In tournament play, the Hounds took
first place at Lumsden and Wilcox tournaments and finished second at events in Shaunavon and Swift Current. The 1945 regular season saw Notre Dame in second place and McCann was the catcher in about half of the games. 1946 and 1947 were McCann’s last years in the Western Canadian Baseball League.
The Germann and McCann battery finished up their wonderful fiveyear run as the pitchercatcher duo that appeared together at Paratrooper Training and many other affairs between their meeting in 1939 and their last game in 1947. They remained friends for life. McCann died on Feb. 1, 2015.
The Wilkie Brewers captured a second straight Senior AA provincial title on Sunday in Rosetown. The team consisted of Mike Sittler, back left, Jared Herle, Rob Cey, Bye Braun, Burke Heltman, Cody Wilgenbusch, Rick Cey, Trent Cey, Tristan Huber, Aaron Sittle, front left, T.J. Hoogsteen, Dustin Saracini, David Schell, Ryan Cey, Jason Schell, bat boy Keaton Schell and Brett Harrison. Photo Submitted
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The Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame is proud to announce the selection of the late John M. “Corky” McCann of Red Deer, Alta. into the Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame on Aug. 20 in Battleford. McCann participated in baseball all his life. He
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Box office update as summer season winds down Can you believe we are now near the midpoint of August already? Summer blockbuster season is starting to wind down, and now seems as good a time as any to look at who the box office winners and losers are for the summer. It has been a very typical summer in a lot of ways. It has been another big year for comic book heroes and for CGI animation. It also has been another feast-or-famine sort of summer. But that should be no surprise by now. There are many potential blockbusters rolled out, but only room for a select 10 movies to finish in the Top Ten for the summer. So here is a rundown of the Top Ten movies so far this summer, with domestic totals from Box Office Mojo as of Aug. 9. • Finding Dory: $474 million • Captain America: Civil War: $407 million • The Secret Life of Pets: $323 million • Suicide Squad: $161 million • X-Men: Apocalypse: $155 million • Star Trek Beyond: $130 million • Central Intelligence: $126 million
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summer. The biggest winner of them all this summer was of course Finding Dory, which is the sequel to Pixar’s Finding Nemo from several years ago. The combination of good reviews, a voice cast that included Ellen DeGeneres, and a general desire from the public for familyfriendly entertainment led to its victory. It was also a big showing for The Secret Life of Pets, which came from the same folks who made the popular Despicable Me franchise. In general, it’s been a big summer for CGI and for family friendly movies. And once again Marvel owned the first weekend of May with Captain America: Civil War. Its worldwide gross so far has been even more impressive at $1.151 billion, ahead of $872 million for Finding Dory and $534 million for X-Men: Apocalypse. So the takeaways from the summer of 2016: CGI and superheroes win for Hollywood, again. As usual. Like I said, it’s been a typical summer at the movies, and it’s not quite over yet.
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business their studios expected, and were actually considered box office disappointments. Tarzan, in particular, cost a fortune to make and, based on the numbers I’ve read, needed over $700 million in worldwide gross to just make its money back. As for Ghostbusters, there are multiple reports now that this movie is heading for a $70 million loss for Sony, and that a sequel isn’t likely. Even Star Trek Beyond’s numbers were lower than what the franchise had done previously for Paramount. Its opening weekend was $59 million, which was down from $70 million for the previous Star Trek: Into Darkness. Keep in mind, these are movies that made it into the top 10 for the entire summer! These were supposedly box office “winners.” You’d think these studios would have been pleased. But the reality is far different. For executives at Sony, or Warner Bros. (The Legend of Tarzan), seventh or eighth or ninth place finish-
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• The Legend of Tarzan: $124 million • Ghostbusters: $118 million • Jason Bourne: $108 million I should caution that these numbers are still very fluid as we speak. Suicide Squad, for instance, just recently opened to an August-record $135 million weekend and should zoom even higher, possibly challenging for third place for the summer. As well, Jason Bourne is still making good money and should pass a number of other movies, currently ahead of it, soon. Based on this listing of the top 10 movies, some trends are easy to spot as to which type of movies the public is going for. In a nutshell, the winners are (a) CGI animation such as Finding Dory and The Secret Life of Pets, and (b) Marvel and DC superheroes such as Captain America, the X-Men and Suicide Squad. Apart from those genres, the other movies to crack the Top Ten have included science fiction (Star Trek Beyond), comedy (Ghostbusters, Central Intelligence), and adventure (The Legend of Tarzan). But neither Ghostbusters nor The Legend of Tarzan did the kind of
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Reunion brings Greer family members together By Dorothy M. Mills Correspondent
The Western Development Museum’s Those were the Days has come and gone for another year. All the volunteers did a fabulous job at all their important things to be done to make the show what it was. There were a lot of different activities and demonstrations going on throughout the museum and Heritage Village. There were fire truck and wagon rides for anyone to enjoy. A fun area was set up for the children of all ages. There was also a dog show and a petting zoo that went over very well. The story of threshing went over well and they had lots of help threshing. They had as many as they could of the antique equipment running. The Parade of Power each day did bring in a lot of interest. There were one or two antique tractors that did not make the parade. A pancake breakfast each morning did bring out a lot of people. The barbecue show down and chili cooking contest went well. What a variety they had. The first day, Saturday, was a beautiful day weather wise. Sunday was a little different day. It started off a lovely day, but
aljennie the heavy dark rain clouds moved in with more rain setting in to close things down much sooner than they were to close. The Parade of Power was cut back a little and a little shorter. It was so disappointing to not see the famous calliope not there. That has always been a part of Those Were the Days. It all ended with a pot luck supper for all the volunteers. Now looking forward to the next year. On the second weekend of August, a family reunion for the Robert and Irene Greer family was held at Shawn Day’s home at Meota. It was well attended by family members from Ontario, Manitoba and Alberta. Some of the family had not seen each other for close to 20 years. Later this year Robert and Irene Greer will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary. The Ranger Lake Bible Camp, with all their activities and with well over 100 people, was put under alert for a short time Aug. 10 when a shooting resulted in a death. The camp is close to the farm yard where the incident occurred. I well believe many of
the travellers between the Battlefords were disappointed with the people in a protest on the Husky Oil spill in the North Saskatchewan river. Think of all the big semi truckers with deliveries to be made on time and to all the holiday travellers from all parts of the country passing through this area at this time of year, then to have to get tied up in a long slow down with all the walking people. I would think there would be a much better way to protest. That was a poor time of the day to block and hold up a big major highway like Highway 16. It was just lucky no emergency happened and no one was hurt. Our weather continues to do some queer things – more rain and thunder storms to tie up the haying and soon now the harvesting. We do all hope it ends soon, but the skies are not settled yet. A large low pressure is slowly moving along.
Remembering Mr. Hockey
Below: Allan Carpentier
Left: Gary Becker
Left: Gordie Howe
Left: Randy Ballendine
Lionel Bernier
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Shanda Ashauer ???
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Most of the children in the photo with Gordie Howe have been identified over the last several weeks. Most recently, Lionel Bernier, at the left, has been added to those identified. But, it is likely that Shanda Ashauer has been misidentified, since hearing from Kim Kitson, who believes the photo would have to have been much later if it was to include Shanda Ashauer. Perhaps someone else has an idea who it is? We’d had word from Shirley Bekker of Sonningdale that the photo was almost certainly taken in 1966, as remembered by a former manager of Eaton’s in North Battleford. The photo would have been taken during a tour by Gordie Howe some time during his 10-year contract, signed in 1966, as a sports advisor for Eaton’s We recently heard from Ron Stephenson who identified his son Terry, who now lives in Meadow Lake. Terry is third from the left. Does anyone recognize the remaining two faces from the past? newsoptimist.news@ sasktel.net.
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parties, special functions, music therapy, exercise programs, bowling groups, horticulture, painting, baking, etc. Programs change periodically. Shifts: 9 a.m. - noon or 12:45 p.m. - 4 p.m. Monday - Friday. Pet Therapy – Spirit-
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wood and District Health Complex 306-883-4432. Volunteers with welltrained, friendly pets may visit the residents at the Nursing Homes. The pets must meet the necessary requirements prior to visiting. Shifts: Once or twice per week: flexible hours. Entertainment – Hafford Special Care Home 306-549-2108. 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, snacks, lunches, etc. If you are interested in these or any other volunteer service position, or if you have a particular skill or talent you would like to share with the patients, residents or clients in the Health Region, please call your local health care facility to apply. You can also reach the PAPHR Volunteer Services Department at (306) 765-6010, by email at volunteers@ paphr.sk.ca or find us on the web at www.paphr.ca.
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2016 Canada fall forecast: Dry and mild across the Prairies; Storms to soak B.C. Submitted
Those waiting for crisp autumn air to arrive will wait longer than normal this year, as mild conditions dominate much of the country this season. According to the AccuWeather Global Weather Center, those waiting for crisp autumn air to arrive will wait longer than normal this year, as mild conditions dominate much of the country this season. The upcoming La Niña may also begin to shape the weather pattern across Canada later in the season, helping to send waves of rain along the Pacific coast. Mainly dry, mild across the Prairies: Not only is a mild and dry season forecast for Ontario and Quebec, but also for many areas across the northern Prairies and into the Rockies. “Much of central and eastern Canada will experience a warmer fall compared to normal,” AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Brett Anderson said Aug in an media release Aug. 11. Minimal ice and snow cover in the Arctic will be a contributing factor to the
mild weather pattern. “Sea ice extent over the Arctic regions of Canada is currently running 10 to 30 percent below normal for this time of year, and we expect this situation to persist into the fall,” Anderson said. “Lack of snow and ice cover in northern Canada will help keep much of the region warmer to much warmer than normal later in the season as cold air masses from the far north are more easily modified.” Much of the northern Prairies are also expected to be drier than normal; however, some spells of wet weather are in the forecast for the southern extent of the region. “Showers and thunderstorms will be common across the southeastern Prairies into the first half of the season,” he said. This may include some episodes of severe weather in southern portions of Saskatchewan and Manitoba, mainly during the first half of the season. Drought to decrease intensity of fall foliage in Ontario, Quebec: Over the past several months, moderate to severe drought conditions have slowly developed
across southern Ontario and southern Quebec. These drought conditions are expected to persist through the fall with the drought getting worse before it improves. “Rainfall will remain below average for the upcoming season from southwestern Ontario through southern Quebec, including the cities of Windsor, Toronto and Montreal, which means little relief for the drought situation,” Anderson said. The drought conditions could have an impact on this year’s fall foliage, affecting when trees across the region begin to shed their leaves and how vibrant the colors will be. “Lack of rainfall and resulting stress to trees over eastern Canada could result in an early leaf fall this upcoming season, which means some early colour, but not as colourful or sustained as it normally is during peak times later in the season,” Anderson said. The dry weather across much of Ontario and Quebec will also promote higher-than-normal daytime temperatures, especially early in the season. “September could still
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bring record warmth and higher-than-usual humidity to southern and central Ontario,” Anderson said. Homeowners with pools may be able to keep them open a few weeks later than normal. While it is warm and dry in southern Ontario and southern Quebec, a different weather pattern is expected farther east. According to Anderson, Nova Scotia and Newfoundland could experience one or more tropical systems, which would bring spells of wet weather to the provinces. This is especially likely during the first half of the season. Meanwhile, fall will arrive earlier than normal across Labrador as multiple fronts usher chilly air across the region.
Rounds of rain to soak British Columbia: While most of Canada will experience a warm and dry autumn, a much different weather pattern will unfold along the Pacific coast. “An active storm track off the Pacific will lead to a wetter fall compared to normal for the western half of British Columbia, including the cities of Vancouver and Victoria,” Anderson said. The frequency of rain will gradually increase as fall progresses, making the second half of the season wetter than the first. Although autumn is typically a wetter time of year than the summer months, warm waters in the Pacific Ocean will play a role in the uptick in this
season’s wet weather. “The blob of warm water that has been a dominant factor off the West Coast over the past two years has faded, but water temperatures are still anticipated to average slightly above normal along the West Coast through the upcoming season, which may help enhance rainfall in western British Columbia,” Anderson said. Additionally, a weak La Niña is forecast to develop. This pattern sometimes translates to wetter weather in areas near the coast. This La Niña-enhanced rainfall along the coast of the Pacific may continue into the winter months, helping to shape the weather pattern across the country into the start of 2017.
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Coffee row eager to get on to ‘crop talk’ By Sherri Solomko Correspondent
School starts in 14 days, can you believe it! And by the looks of things harvest will be in full swing even quicker. Make the most of the remainder of your summer, folks, as we all know once September hits activities seem to amp up in our lives. Do you have Olympic fever in your house? It’s almost worse than curling season as you try and accomplish something around home and just can’t tear yourself away from some of these events. I guess its only two weeks every four years, so may as well enjoy them. Go Canada! When it seemed like we couldn’t beg for timely rain in July, August has not been favourable for the rain gauges. A week of non-stop and, at times, heavy rains left in town measurements with more than 5.5 inches while outlying areas were reporting more. Let’s hope and pray for some strong sunshine and winds to get those crops and fields dried out for our farmer friends. Congratulations to Morgan Huber and Abby Rutley who were picked up by the Prince Albert Aces to head to U14 Western Canadian championship in Surrey, B.C. Congratulations to Brennae Hofmann who was picked up by the UK Royals to play at the U21 Western Canadians
nity News and Dana Mitzel who was picked up by the Earl Grey Heat to also play at the U21 Western Canadians. Also to Jensen Chorney whose Midget A team, the Lloyd Liners, are out in Charlottetown playing Midget A Nationals. After capturing the Alberta U18 “A” Provincial title, 17-year-old Jensen Chorney was part of the winning U18 softball team, the Lloydminster Liners, who won the Confederation Cup in Charlottetown, PEI, Aug. 13. The Confederation Cup is the second division of the Canadian U18 championship making the Lloyd Liners 10th overall in the big lineup of teams that were part of this Canadian championship. One the highlights for Chorney was pitching all 10 innings in a back and forth game with Quebec that left the Liners tied 2-2 with Quebec after regulation play and went an additional three innings that ended up with the Liners losing 4-3 after 10, but a truly exciting game and awesome achievement for Chorney. Jensen is headed to her Grade 12 year at UCHS after a busy and successful season on the ball diamonds. The sports scene will soon change into minor
Jensen Chorney was part of the winning U18 softball team, the Lloydminster Liners, who won the Confederation Cup in Charlottetown, PEI, Aug. 13.
football and high school football, hockey and volleyball, but until then, enjoy the Olympics on TV and reminiscing about this past ball season. Many visitors over ball weekends were impressed with the welcoming staff at the Unity Credit Union Aquatic Center. Time will clip by quickly so take advantage of early bird swims, aquacizes and public swimming while the pool season is on. You can get the latest schedules either on the Unity Credit Union Aquatic Centre Facebook page or the townofunity.com website. The men’s open will be the next event on the agenda at the golf club. If you did not have time or space to plant a garden then you will not want to miss out on the weekly Unity Farmer’s market at the Legion Hall. Check out this farmer’s market each Friday from 2 to 5 p.m. with one market a month from 4 to 7 p.m. It only runs to mid-September so take the opportunity to
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at 6 p.m., games from 7 to 9 p.m. and a movie at dusk. Coming up soon is the annual Candace Heitt Memorial run. The run is scheduled for Sept. 18. There is a group right now that train every Wednesday and meet at Wildemans sports at 5:30 p.m. Please contact Vicky Noble and her husband Josh at Unity Credit Union for these details. Coffee row folks are eager to “crop talk” as tales of lush, man-high canola
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Richard celebrates 100 John Arcand Fiddle Fest attracts a crowd By Elaine Woloshyn Correspondent
The 100-year celebration of Richard’s village was deemed a real success Aug 6. The day started with a colourful parade with many entries from small children to “oldie goldies.” The festivities are the usual at these special gatherings, but at 3 p.m. the 101-year-old) St. Raphaels’ Roman Catholic Church celebrated a church service with Father Vu from Hafford presiding. This heritage building was packed with interested individuals with each person having to sign their names at the church entry. A big thank you to the hard working volunteers who put in endless hours to make this special day a reality. I enjoy talking to the pioneers who attended because their stories of the early days always interest me as they endured so many hardships. My younger sister Janet and Mike from St. Brieux were in the area this past weekend and stayed over at our house Saturday evening. We attended the baby shower in Battleford for Melissa Olinyk on Sunday with a large group in attendance. Tom Wolokoff from Flin Flon, Man., has been employed in the mines for many years. He visited his sister Sharon (Peter) Swistun and daughter Nelda on their Whitkow farm during July. The Wolokoffs farmed in the early years in the Iffley area. Sister Vera now resides in Flaxcombe (near Kindersly) and her daughter Tanya lives in Medicine Hat, Alta. Sharon and Peter grain farm, have some exotic animals and raise Simmental cattle. “Mr. Music” will be a big attraction in Rabbit Lake Thursday, Aug. 25. Show time starts at 7:30 p.m. This is sponsored by Rabbit Lake Senior’s Club. For more information please call Jim at 306841-7041.
ayfair News Another pioneer from Mayfair has recently passed away, 97-year-old Lena Koliniak (nee Pluta) got married in 1943 and raised four children while working hard on the farm. Lena and John (deceased) retired from farming in 1979 and moved to North Battleford. Condolences to her daughter Elizabeth (Roman) Ewanchuk and family from Whitkow (Redfield) area. Elizabeth has spent endless hours with her mom the past couple of years in River Heights Lodge. Morris and Sonia Prescesky attended the Prescesky family reunion Sunday, Aug. 7 in Richard Hall. This was an excellent idea as some farther away relatives camped for two days taking in the Richard’s 100th celebration and this family gathering, also celebrating 100 years of farming in that area. Some of the older folks who joined in are Mary Pain, Nellie Welford and Mary Prescesky (Morris’s mother) from North Battleford. Willie Prescesky was one, plus others, who supplied musical entertainment for the afternoon. There were approximately 150 people at this wonderful reunion but the rain showers kept them inside the hall for a good portion of the day. I attended the John Arcand Fiddle Fest from Aug. 11 to 14 held at his farm site called Windy Acres west of Saskatoon. There were many instructors from different provinces giving group fiddle and guitar lessons for the many interested people from pre-beginner to advanced. A cultural camp is always held during the days which is dedicated to Metis crafts, dance and
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Saskajammers entertain at Country Jamboree By Lorraine Olinyk Correspondent
The Saskajammers from the RV Park in Langham entertained at the Borden Senior’s Room on Aug. 10 for a Country Jamboree with over 50 in attendance. Seven entertainers each took turns singing two or more songs for each of two sets. John Peters from Warman played guitar and keyboard and sang My Father’s House and five songs with Shirley Rosenfeldt of Langham, including Highway of Tears and To The River. Randy Fehr of Langham played guitar and sang two songs, then the Story of the Credit Card and I’m My Own Grandpa. Ken Hiltsenteger from the RV Park played guitar and sang Monday Morning Secretary, Jody and the Kid plus two more. Paulette Compagna from Prince Albert played guitar and sang Squaws Along the Yukon and Mule Skinner Blues. She also yodelled. Abe Miller from Warman on guitar sang Family Bible plus more gospel songs, and Randy Doering of Saskatoon sang All My Ex’es live in Texas, Mexican Joe and others. For a finale, all the singers closed with You Are My Sunshine, each one singing a verse, one in German. The Borden Friendship Club served coffee and cookies after the performance. The Borden Lion’s Club held their annual wind-up get-together at the farm acreage of George and Ja-
orden Radisson net Sparks on Aug. 10, with 29 members and guests in attendance. After a delicious pork roast supper with baked potatoes, cabbage rolls and salads plus desserts, everyone was entertained by the quartet of Perry Nicol playing an Irish drum, castanets and clackers, Bob Wardhaugh on keyboard, Ed Neufeld playing guitar, harmonica and washtub bass and Archie Wainwright singing along with the trio. President Perry Nicol thanked the Sparks for hosting, everyone who brought food and the entertainers, then presented out-going president John Buswell with a pin for increasing membership during the Lion’s Centennial. Following are more results from the Radisson Agricultural Fair Results: Art - Open class Discovery Co-op Hi points to 1. Janet Lowis, Alta., 2. Shirley McKellar, Saskatoon, 3. Jodine Siebert, Borden; Photography - 1. Bill Sherlock, Maymont, 2. Vicky Clayton, Maymont, 3. Chyanne Werezak, Radisson; Junior Photography - 1. Audrey Friesen, 2. Kailee Popowich, Yorkton, 3. Darby Werezak and McKenna Donaldson; Junior Art (17 and un-
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Saskajammers entertaining at the Borden Senior’s on Aug. 10.
Entertaining at the Borden Lion’s windup Aug. 12, Perry Nicol, Bob Wardhaugh, Archie Wainwright and Ed Neufeld.
Slo-pitch A side winners at Radisson Fair - Stott’s or Sloppy Mitts team. Photos by Lorraine Olinyk
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Rabbit Lake Museum holds ‘Rhubarb Fest’ By Alan Laughlin Correspondent
Does anyone know where summer has gone? In the spring, the forecast was for a hot, dry summer. El Nino and all we have not had any plus 30 days and here in Rabbit Lake we could use a rain. I know it is that awkward time when the crops and gardens could use water and the hay that is down wants hot, dry days. What is the compromise? So what has been happening in Rabbit Lake? To start the summer off the Rabbit Lake and District Museum held a church service in the former Roman Catholic Church and then a barbecue following on June 5. The afternoon rounded out with Dave Plummer and Lorraine Scott providing some good old time music that was enjoyed by those in attendance. Thanks, Dave and Lorraine, for donating your time and talent. This is an annual event and the attendance indicated that it should continue. June 12, the Rabbit Lake and District Museum in conjunction with the Rabbit Lake Senior Sunrise Circle hosted the almost annual “Rhubarb Fest.” The afternoon comprised various activities, card bingo being one, and outdoor activities. A supper was held at the Senior Sunrise Circle and featured rhubarb fare. Naomi Unger led participants through a rhubarb quiz, Albert Combres and Jean Massett judged
abbit Lake News the rhubarb pies and Doug Haryung again offered his auctioneering services as he got very good prices at the pie auction. The reigning “Rhubarb Ruby,” Isabelle McLennan, lost her crown to the new “Ruby,” Laureen Becotte, whose rhubarb pie was deemed the best. Isabelle McLennan came in second and Shelly Laughlin captured third. This event was a lot of fun and the museum will be doing it all again next June. The Rabbit Lake Senior Sunrise Circle also co-ordinated two music evenings in the Rabbit Lake Community Hall. On June 23, Randy and Ricky Smith brought their energetic program and July 14 Wayne Derksen from Spiritwood entertained. The next music night will be Aug. 25 with Mr. Music, Ralph Galambos, performing. Usually on the first weekend of July, the Rabbit Lake and District Agricultural Association “fill the hill” at the annual Carlton Trail Jamboree. This year it was not to be and in its place they held a two day slo-pitch ball tournament right here in the community. Fourteen teams participated and several more where not able to be accommodated due to time constraints. The weather
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Isabelle McLennan was awarded second prize at Rhubarb Fest by museum president Norma Sherman.
co-operated for the most part and everyone had fun. Riley Siebert and Brody Siebert provided music for the Saturday dance. The A side winner was the Timberland team. The 5050 draw which began in the winter was drawn for and Marjorie Bellanger of North Battleford was the lucky winner. Also in July, Rose Gill Lodge held a family barbecue at the lodge. Family members and guests of the resident enjoyed a great supper outside in the fresh air. The attendance was good and people enjoyed visiting with the residents. The Rabbit Lake Community Hall sold Monday barbecue lunches and raised some funds to continue with annual maintenance. Thanks to those who were able to help with the meals and to those who came and supported the hall. The community of Rabbit Lake was saddened by the passing of Wilfred Krelow on July 28. Wilfred was well known in the area
Marian Miller celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary with family at the Senior Centre. The actual day is Aug. 17, however harvest might be on by then so they slipped it in early. Congratulations, Ewald and Marian! Keep Aug. 20 open on your calendar. The Rabbit Lake and District Board of
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Pasta supper features local entertainment By Lorna Pearson Correspondent
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The annual pasta supper sponsored by the Meota Lakeshore Lions Club was another great success with a sold-out crowd in the Community Complex on Aug. 6. The meal was as delicious as always by Pearl Hawkins and her crew. The MC for the evening was Joe Fransoo who introduced the performers that entertained in turn. These included Dave Tupling, Jo and Steve Carter, the Meota Beach Boys and Jeremy Borschneck. It was another successful evening for the Lions that the community enjoyed. Meota district lost another pioneer when Bernice Tait passed away Aug. 7 in North Battleford hospital at 85 years. Her funeral was held in the Meota Community Complex on Aug. 12. We offer our condolences to her family. She will be missed by everyone who knew and loved this little lady. The Edam Community Centre is hosting a steak and lobster dinner and dance Aug. 29. For information call 306-441-8981.
The hummingbirds are having a good summer with all the flowers around to feed off. I was especially interested in the hibiscus flower at this end of that garden down by the little log shack at this end of the golf course. It looks out of place as hibiscus grow in tropical climates, but you can see this has been there for years. The bugle-shaped flowers are so different and so large and plentiful. The Hobby Band practices every Tuesday morning from 10 a.m. to noon and offer coffee when they have their 11 o’clock break. This is open to anyone who cares to come and listen and support their efforts. There was another work bee at the Meota cemetery on Aug. 10 with many mowers and volunteers making the place look good again. With the rains this summer, that grass just keeps growing and growing. Down in the southern areas, it doesn’t quit raining
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A 95th birthday party was held in Meota at the home of Sylvia and Maurice Duhaime to celebrate Sylvia’s aunt Dorothy Bolton’s 95th birthday. Dorothy has a Meota connection as her parents, Balzer (Bill) and Loretta Frehlich, and her younger brother George and his family lived in Meota for many years and owned and operated Frehlich’s Garage. Dorothy arrived with her two sons Barry and David Bolton from Lloydminster along with David’s children, Matlock of Edmonton, Alta., and Donovan of Medicine Hat, Alta. Dorothy’s sister, Agnes Delisle of Big River, and her son Guy Cadrain from Prince Albert, as well
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OBITUARIES HAWRYLUK: William Hawryluk (1922 - 2016), age 93 of Saskatoon and North Battleford passed away quietly in his sleep on August 2, 2016 at RUH following a short illness. Bill is survived by his loving wife of 69 years, Audrey. Bill, one of 9 children, was born at the family homestead near Hatherleigh, SK to Steven and Pauline Hawryluk. He joined the Navy in WWII and became a decorated veteran seeing active service around the world. Bill returned to North Battleford where he married Audrey Graham. They made their home there and raised 4 children. For 35 years Bill worked at the Saskatchewan Hospital as a RPN. Upon retirement they moved to Saskatoon. Bill had a reputation of being a hard worker and was recognized as not only an outstanding gardener in the summer. During the winter he used his talents to build a skating rink which became the hub of neighbourhood activity. Bill was an active member of the Legion and an avid fan of his children’s sports. His interest in working with local youth led him to involvement in Boy Scouts. Bill is survived by his daughters Barbara Porter of Elgin, ON; Bonnie Manchur of Coleman, AB; Billee Walker of Saskatoon; and son, Barry Hawryluk of Sherwood Park. Bill had 7 grandchildren and 6 greatgrandchildren. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. The family wishes to extend sincere thanks to Dr. A. Lacny and the caring staff of Preston Park Retirement Residence. Cremation arrangements in care of Mourning Glory Funeral Services. ___________________________________________________ HUARD: In Loving Memory Of Ruby Marie Huard born February 10, 1938 at Great Deer, SK, passed away July 31, 2016 in Saskatoon, SK. Left to cherish her memory are her loving children and grandchildren: Vernon Huard (Tammie): Chad (Jessica), Dallas (Stacey), Yvonne (Donnie), Nick, Rick; Gloria Peters (Allan): Daryl (Abbey), Dawn, Gina (Micheal); Ruth Hume (Duane): Tenielle (Rick); Charles Huard (Della): Frazer (Jeffrey), Tiffany (Mike); Blair Huard (Sharon): Chance, Cody (Carla); Dean Huard (Elaine): Cindy, Shelley, Twyla (Colin); Pam Huard (Gerald): Austin (Dana), Brandie (Kevin), Chelsea (Kevin): Bailey & Jordie; Paulette Fendelet (Trent): Chelice (Tyler), Candice (Quinn), Chalice (Jamie): Steven & Toni-Lynn; Boyd Huard (Kristy): Logan, Nathan (Danielle), Leah, Garrett, Terrin (Alanah), Tonya (Nick), Trevin; fifty precious great-grandchildren and nine precious great-greatgrandchildren; her loving mother Agnes, brother Harvey and sisters: Lorna, Sheila, Debbie and Cora; numerous nieces, nephews and their families. Predeceased by her husband, Stanley Charles Huard; father, Abraham; brother, Sam and grandson, Cliff. Mass Of Christian Burial was held on Friday, August 5, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. from St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church, Unity, Saskatchewan with Celebrant Fr. Greg Roth. Memorial Donations are requested to STARS Shock Trauma Air Rescue, Service Foundation – Head Office, 570-1441 Aviation PK NE, Calgary, AB T2E 9Z9. Interment was at the Pleasantview Cemetery, Unity, Saskatchewan. Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. Card of Thanks The family of Ruby Huard, would like to extend our sincere appreciation to everyone who attended the celebration of her life on Friday, August 5, 2016 at the funeral mass and luncheon, to Father Gregory Roth as celebrant, the music ministry and beautiful rendition of the Old Rugged Cross, altar servers, pallbearers, lectors, gift bearers, cross bearer, CWL ladies for preparing and serving the lunch, Legion Ladies Auxiliary, Bob MacKay and staff of Battlefords Funeral Service for their professionalism and compassion. Thank-you to all our relatives, friends and neighbors for their generosity of flowers, food, prayers, cards, memorial mass offerings and donations to STARS - Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service Foundation. All of you have touched our hearts in a very special way. May God bless you all! __________________________________________________
TAIT: Mrs. Bernice Tait of North Battleford, Saskatchewan passed away on Sunday, August 7, 2016 at the Battlefords Union Hospital at the age of 85 years. Left to cherish her memory are her loving family; her husband, Winston Tait; her children and their families, Heather Tait (Donnie); David Tait and his children, Carey (Tara) Tait and Stacey (Riley) Amos; Kevin (Jaqueline) Tait and their children, Shawna Tait (Adrian) and Jaylene (Randy) Foulston; Terry (Carolyn) Tait and their children, Dylan (Janelle) Tait, Megan Tait, Kayla Tait (Brett); Hugh (Bonnie) Tait; Darlene (Raymond) Humenny and their children, Shawn (Kori) Humenny Casey Humenny (Cooper) and Kendra Humenny; sisters-in-law, Barbara Dirk (Cecil), Noreen Craig, and Donna Tait; and eleven great grandchildren. Bernice was predeceased by her brother, Charlie Casey (Lil), sisters, Francis (Jack) Carter and Norma (Tony) Mackay; and brothers-in-law, Dr. Douglas Tait (Marilees); Alfred Craig. A Celebration of Bernice’s life was held on Friday, August 12, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. from the Meota Community Complex with Reverend Kun Kim officiating. Interment followed the service in the Meota Cemetery, Meota, Saskatchewan. Memorial donations in memory of Bernice may be directed to the Lung Association of Saskatchewan,1231 8th Street East, Saskatoon, SK S7H 0S5 or to the Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation 1092 107 St, North Battleford, SK S9A 1Z1. For those wishing to leave a condolence you may do so at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium. CARD OF THANKS We wish to express heartfelt appreciation to the Battlefords Union Hospital Emergency and ICU staff for their tender care during Bernice’s brief illness. Thank you to Eternal Memories Funeral Service, Reverend Kun Kim, Cathy Richardson and the Meota Community Ladies. Your support and contribution during the memorial service was very appreciated. -Winston, Heather, David, Kevin, Terry, Hugh and Darlene
BUZIAK: (1920 ~ 2016) John Leon Buziak passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital following a brief illness on Monday, August 8, 2016, at the age of 95. He leaves to cherish his memory his wife of almost 65 years, Florence Buziak. He is also survived by his six children, Ray (Marie Johnson) of Grande Prairie; Roger (Pat Lanctot) of Medicine Hat; Beatrice Ching (David) of Calgary; Vera of Lethbridge; Val Buziak (Harry Hensel) of Lethbridge; and Carla (James Prus) of Coaldale; 14 grandchildren and step-grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren; his brothers, Carl and Eddie of North Battleford Saskatchewan, and numerous nieces and nephews. Dad was predeceased by his father, Leon and mother, Dora Buziak (nee Spak), his brothers, Mike, Albert, Tom (Stella), Raymond, Ludwig, Alex, Felix (Clara), and his sisters, Anne (Kasmier Bartkewich) and Elizabeth (Kasmier Muszko). Dad was born near Redfield, Saskatchewan on November 5, 1920. He remained in that area during his childhood, spending time with many members of that tight-knit community, including the Chomickis, Swystuns, Pidwerbeskys, Ewanchuks, and many others. He joined the army in 1939 and was sent to The Pas, Manitoba for basic training. Following that, he was shipped overseas and served in the United Kingdom, France, Germany, and Italy. Upon returning to Canada in 1946, dad began working in infrastructure construction, building roads and irrigation dams. Despite spending his formative years in Saskatchewan, dad chose to make Medicine Hat his home when the company for which he worked transferred him in 1950. He invited Florence, whom he had met in North Battleford, to join him and in November 1951, the two were married and started their lives together in a small basement suite on the Flats. They later moved to the southwest hill, and finally to their home of 50 years in Crestwood. Dad spent 25 years working for Canada Post, until his retirement in 1985. For the past five years, he was residing in Sunnyside Nursing Home, where he was visited daily by Florence and frequently by his children, grandchildren, and family friends. The Funeral Service was held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, August 12, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Bob Findley officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alberta Cancer Board, 710, 10123 - 99 Street N.W., Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 3H1 or the Canadian Cancer Society, 102 Crestwood Square One, 1865 Dunmore Road S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 1Z8. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, Medicine Hat, Alberta. Telephone: 1-877-5286455 __________________________________________________
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OBITUARIES DAY: It is with heavy hearts the family of Letitia Helen Day announces her passing on Saturday, August 6, 2016, at the age of 100 years at Battleford District Care Centre. Letty married James Day in July, 1942 in England where James was stationed during World War II. This was where their first son Martin was born. They came to Canada in 1946 and settled in Assiniboia, where Robert and Frank were born. They moved to Battleford in 1953 where Letty remained until her death. Letty was well known for her knitting and craft work, volunteer work and church participation. She loved reading books and playing cards, as well as socializing with friends and family. She had a wonderful sense of humor and loved to tell stories. She will be greatly missed by all those whose life she touched. Letty is survived by her sons Martin (Sue) and family; Robert (Magda) and family; Frank (Audrey) and family; sister Lil and family; and sister-in-law Florrie and family. A come and go tea was held in Letty’s memory on Wednesday, August 10th at 2:00 pm at the St. George’s Anglican Church parish hall. A graveside service was held at the Battleford Cemetery at 1:00 pm. Donations in honor of Letitia may be made to the donor’s choice. Condolences for the family may be left at www.sallowsandmcdonald.com. The family has placed their trust with Martine de Bussac of Sallows & McDonald – Wilson and Zehner Funeral Home. Card of Thanks The family of Letty Day would like to thank all of her friends for their words of encouragement and messages of condolence. We would also like to thank Martine at Sallows & McDonald Funeral Home for her patience and understanding, Reverend Jan Trost for a comforting service, and the ladies of St. George’s Parish for the lovely lunch.
BOVAIR: With great sadness the family of Pauline (Paula) Bovair (nee: Bruns) announce her passing on July 8th, 2016 at 85 years of age at North Battleford. Paula was born in Rabbit Lake, SK, the oldest child of Gustav & Gretchen Bruns, growing up in the Cater and Medstead area and living in the Medstead area all her life. She left home at eighteen to become a study supervisor to work in a school when no teachers were available. She met and married Jim at Robinhood, SK and they were married a few days short of sixty-five years. Their daughter Shirley was born followed by their son Robert. Paula was a loving mother and grandmother to her grandsons. Family was very important to her and she enjoyed having family present whenever possible. She was active in the community and church, her strong Christian beliefs making her the caring, thoughtful, compassionate person she was. She especially enjoyed going to school to help the children with their reading and was very touched when they visited her when she was recovering from surgery. Paula looked forward to seeing her great grandchildren, grandson and wife from Norway and was so happy to see the grandchildren during her illness. Paula is lovingly remembered by her loving husband of 64 years, Jim Bovair; her daughter: Shirley (Dale) Bertsch and children: Brad (Anne Margrete) & their children Oliver and Jenny; Colin (Casey); Tyson (Ashley); her son Robert Bovair. Her siblings: Margaret Bruns and her son, Randy and family; Lily (John) Urban and family; Ernie (Jean) Bruns and family; and her niece, Debra Franks. Numerous other relatives and friends. She is predeceased by: her parents, Gustav and Gretchen Bruns; her sister and brother-inlaw, Mary (Bill) Franks and her parents-in-law, Bill and Edna Bovair. Funeral service was held Wednesday, July 18th, 2016 at 11:00am at the Community Hall in Medstead, SK with Pastor Floyd Berg officiating. Organist was Marjorie Klassen and Carl Klassen was the soloist. Eulogy was given by her grandson Brad Bertsch. Honorary Pallbearers were all those who knew and loved Paula. Pallbearers were Bert Boldt, Randy Jones, Kevin Berg and her grandsons Brad, Colin & Tyson. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society 101-440 2nd Ave N Saskatoon, SK S7K 2C3. Paula was laid to rest at Memorial Gardens, North Battleford, SK. Those family and friends wishing to send the family private email condolences are invited to visit www.beaulacfuneralhome.com. The Bovair family has entrusted the arrangements to Edward & Brenda Beaulac of Beau “Lac” Funeral Home Ltd of Spiritwood, SK 306-883-3500. ___________________________________________________
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OBITUARIES WARD: Pearl Ward (nee Nykiforuk). Born July 11, 1911 Radisson District, Saskatchewan. Passed away peacefully July 27, 2016 at age 105. Pearl was born on July 11, 1911, the youngest child of a family of 12. She was married to Edward “Ted” Ward on October 23, 1930. Pearl and Ted farmed in the Robin Hood/Canyon area for many years. They moved into the Village of Glaslyn when Ted’s health deteriorated. Pearl enjoyed life - she loved to dance, play cards, bowling at the Glaslyn Heritage Center, golfing at Little Loon, gardening, cooking and travelling. Most of all she enjoyed sharing time with family and friends. Her coffee pot was always on! Left to cherish her memory are her sons and daughters: Orest (Sheila), Rose (Doug) Smith, Robert (“Bob”) (Geraldine), Patricia Meadows, and Lorne (Leslie) as well as daughter-in-law, Mary Ward and son-in-law, Armand Cadrain. She is also survived by her numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Pearl was predeceased by her husband Ted, son David, daughter Pauline Cadrain and daughter-in-law Sharon, as well as her parents, Stefan and Maria Nykiforuk, brothers: Dmytro, Michael, Andrew, Paul, Peter, Sam and Nick and sisters: Wasylyna, Helen, Mary and Ann. Memorial Service and Celebration of Life was held on Tuesday, August 2, 2016 at the Glaslyn Central School Auditorium at 2:00 p.m. , with a luncheon gathering following the service. Private family interment was at the Glaslyn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Glaslyn Heritage Center in Pearl’s memory. The family would like to thank the staff of the St. Walburg Lakeland Lodge for their caring and kindness during Pearl’s stay with them. Arrangement were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. ___________________________________________________
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In the Estate of DANIEL RAY McMILLAN, late of the Village of Cochin, Saskatchewan, deceased. ALL CLAIMS AGAINST THE ABOVE ESTATE, duly verified by statutory declaration and with particulars and valuation of security held, if any, must be sent to the undersigned before the 19th day of September, 2016. LINDGREN ILLINGWORTH Barristers & Solicitors 1301-101st Street, Box 940, North Battleford, SK S9A 2Z3 Solicitors for the Executrix
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SUMMARY OF SOLD PROPERTIES Central - 219 1/4’s South - 100 1/4’s South East - 46 1/4’s South West - 65 1/4’s North - 10 1/4’s North East - 14 1/4’s North West - 12 1/4’s East - 57 1/4’s West - 50 1/4’s
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ADOPT A PET Hi guys my name is Brucey and I was brought in as a stray. I am here now at the shelter and I am searching for my second chance at a home and forever family. I am a very sweet boy who loves attention and affection. I also luff me my pets and snuggles and my tail just starts to go when I get belly rubs. I also luff my pupperoni sticks, I could snack on those things all day. If your looking to add a new member to your family and household come on down to the shelter and meet me today. I know I could be the right match for you if given the chance. Hey guys my name is Frosty. I was brought in to the shelter by some really nice peoples on a very cold winter’s day. The shelter staff here thought that the name Frosty was very suiting because of it. So here I am looking for my forever home and family. Don’t get me wrong the shelter staff here are really nice and I sure will miss them but I think I am ready for the next chapter of my life. I love snuggles and cuddles and especially luff me my pets and chin scratches. I also luff to play with toys and eats those yummy treatzz. If you think I would be the purrrfect match for you then come on down and meet me today.
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YOGA CLASSES Instructor: Verdeen Studney
Beginners: Mondays for 10 weeks beginning September 6th (Tuesday for this week only due to stat holiday) from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. in the Alex Dillabough Center Intermediate: Wednesdays for 10 weeks beginning September 7th from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. in the Alex Dillabough Center Cost: $60
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North Battleford Elks Youth Touch Football REGISTRATION - $40.00 for the Fall Season
Don Ross Centre Tues. & Wed., August 23rd & 24th 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm The seasons runs from September 10th until October 15th and is open to all kids from 7 until 12 years old
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Artistic Directors - Dianne Gryba and Jan Michael Bourgeois
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ANNETTE’S SCHOOL OF DANCE Classes in: TAP JAZZ BALLET HIP HOP LYRICAL
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Registration for 2016-2017 Dance Season Wednesday, August 24 Thursday, August 25 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
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REGISTRATION NIGHT Tuesday, August 30, 2016 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Don Ross Centre, Room 107 (use side door 4) North Battleford, SK Classes take place Tuesday nights. First day of class - September 6
Excellent Dance Instruction in various Ukrainian Dance Regions for Girls & Boys ages 3-18 For more information please email Callie at svobodadancersnb@gmail.com T H E
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Is excited to be offering
Recreational Gymnastics
Fall Registration 2016 Tuesday, September 6 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. (For classes with space available) Registration will be held at
BGC - 752-110th Street
Please have your child’s information ready as well as your Cash/Cheque payment ready. Fees: 45 minute class (Ages 2-5) $137.00 1 hour class (Ages 6-18) $152.00 Fees above include the annual membership fees for GymSask ($24) and Gym Canada ($8)
Find us on FACEBOOK and get current updates and information. Call 306-445-2298 or email: battgymclub@hotmail.ca
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REGISTRATIONS
AUCTIONS
COMING EVENTS
Battleford's
KARATE-DO Registration at St. Mary School Gym Age 7+ Wednesday, September 7
Shop, Tools, Household, Antiques, Collectables Sale for
The Estate of Fern Bellamy
Saturday, Aug. 27, 2016 at 10:00 am
7:00 - 9:00 pm
604-4th Street East, Spiritwood, SK WATCH FOR SIGNS
For more information call:
306-445-2395
2000 Buick LeSabre car, large collection of shop tools, yard & recreational items, household items & furniture, antiques & collectables, 1930-1931 calendars and advertising signs from Belbutte Merchants, many new items a buyer’s dream for anyone wanting or needing tools and shop equipment. Fern was a gifted mechanic & inventor/craftsman his collection of shop tools is amazing.
www.genbukai.ca
SKATE BATTLEFORDS
Please note: We do not charge buyer’s fees at our Auctions.
REGISTRATION
BOECHLER-SCHIRA AUCTIONEERING
August 23 & 24 - 7-9 pm Don Ross
www.boechlerschiraauction.com
Fred Walter 306-883-2797 or 306-883-7368 Kelly Schneider 306-342-4647 or 306-386-7110 Box 552
Spiritwood, SK
Monday, Wednesday & Friday
Lawn Bowling - Come and join us any Monday, Wednesday or Friday at 6:30 p.m. Everyone welcome. Free. Lessons. 106th Street across from Caleb Village. Call 306-445-8433 for more information.
Tuesdays
Battlefords Humane Society Chase the Ace Diamond in the Ruff Lottery. Tickets $5 each or 3 for $10. Weekly winner gets 20% of that week’s sales plus CHANCE TO WIN 30% progressive jackpot! Tickets must be purchased weekly to WIN! Don’t miss a draw weekly subscriptions available. All proceeds to Shelter-Us Building Fund. Draws every Tuesday morning, 9:00 a.m., Lakeland Vet Clinic. Call The Shelter for more details 306-937-MEOW (6369). Lottery licence LR15-0091. Children’s games at the Borden Museum from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. on Tuesdays & Thursdays until August 23.
(Mon. & Thurs. part-time or full-time options)
Thursday, August 25
STARSKATE: Skating skills, Ice Dance, Free Skate and Interpretive for competitions & testing
Rabbit Lake Seniors Sunrise Circle presents Mr. Music - Ralph Galambos at the Rabbit Lake Community Hall, Rabbit Lake at 7:30 p.m. Tickets available at: Rabbit Lake Cafe 306-824-7177, Rabbit Lake Hotel 306-824-2002, Spiritwood Barber Shop 306-883-2400 or Jim Tomkins 306-841-7181.
(Mon./Thurs./Fri./Sat. Different packages available)
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.
POWERSKATE: Power skating that focuses on balance, power, agility, speed and endurance. (10 sessions/Sept)
e Connectio c n a D n he 29TH SEASON OF DANCE IN THE BATTLEFORDS
• BALLET • TAP • JAZZ • LYRICAL • CREATIVE DANCE • MUSICAL THEATRE • HIP HOP • ADULT TAP ARTISTIC DIRECTOR: Virginia (Ross) Winterhalt Full Member CDTA SK Branch - Stage Division BALLET DIRECTOR: Margaret Stephen Full Member R.A.D., B.B.O. FACULTY: Daylan Sabin Full Member CDTA SK Branch - Stage Division Alex Cook • Brynn Cubbon Dianne Gryba • Barb Stolz Louise Silvester
• Classes for beginner to advanced • Creative Dance for 3 yr. olds • Recreational Hip Hop classes offered • Qualified Professional Instructors • Exams & competition offered for the serious student
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
WANTED Route 50A
4th Avenue Riverbend Crescent All 38th Street 112 papers
Route 36
The Dance Connection prides itself on students’ accomplishments with many being recognized internationally, as well as dancing professionally.
REGISTRATION:
Gregory Drive Foley Drive 140 papers
August 31 & September 1
FOR MORE DETAILS CALL CHUCK Monday to Friday
PARENTS MAY BRING USED DANCE SHOES TO SELL AT THE STUDIO DURING REGISTRATION!
at 306-445-7261
Wednesday & Thursday 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
REGISTRATION WILL BE TAKEN IN PERSON ONLY
• NEW SHOES & DANCEWEAR • Available at Dance 101 - downtown North Battleford
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
Please call our 24 hour helpline at 306-446-6166 for support or information.
Tuesdays & Thursdays
CANSKATE: Prepare skaters for hockey, figure skating or recreational skating.
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The Dance Connection
1622 - 96th Street For further inquiries: dance.connection@sasktel.net Photos by Viewpoint Photographic Design
Come Discover The Joy of Dance!
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
OR Leave Message if after hours or weekends 892-104th Street North Battleford, SK
Phone 306-445-7261
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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
North Battleford AKA2846 Enterprises Ltd. o/a Tim Hortons 9803 Territorial Drive North Battleford requires 2 Food Service Supervisors full-time/available all shifts. $13.02 per hour plus benefits. Shift premium for nights Apply in store with resumé to Kim or Chyrs by email timhortons2846@yahoo.ca
MOBILE/MANUFACTURED HOMES FOR SALE
HOME OWNERS
we are now selling NEW MODULAR HOMES starting at $94,900.00 Choose your size, choose your interior, choose your layout, and choose your exterior! We have many samples we can show you to help you pick what is exactly right for you!
Please call (306) 445-8778
to find out how we can help you get into one of these beautiful new homes.
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Great Career Opportunity The Corning Co-op invites applications for General Manager We offer competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package and one of the best pension plans in the industry. Corning Co-op deals with Agro, Petroleum, Hardware, Grocery, Lumber. Please Apply in Confidence by Aug 31/2016. Apply to the chairman of the board, Brent McCarthy, brent@mccarthyseed.com. Phone: 306-224-4848.
North Battleford AKA2846 Enterprises Ltd. o/a Tim Hortons 9803 Territorial Drive North Battleford requires 3 Food Counter Attendants full-time for evenings/over nights/ early mornings & weekends. $11.30 per hour plus benefits. Shift premium for nights Apply in store with resumé to Kim or Chyrs by email timhortons2846@yahoo.ca
TO BOOK CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING CALL
1-888-470-7997 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
EXPERIENCED OIL/WATER
FLUID HAULER FULL-TIME COMPANY DRIVER Start immediately. All safety tickets needed. Fit tested. Clean driver’s abstract. Email resumé to deezoller@hotmail.com
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Employment Opportunity We are currently accepting applications for the position of
Executive Housekeeper
ARE YOU THE IDEAL CANDIDATE? As the ideal candidate you have management experience and supervisory experience of +10 employees in the hotel industry. Additionally, you ensure the highest quality standards are achieved. You are experienced with operating a budget, payroll and scheduling. You have excellent guest relations and are a proven leader. You work well under pressure and are confident when dealing with difficult people and/or situations that may arise. Lastly, you are strategic and a team oriented player. The Gold Eagle Lodge offers a variety of benefits including: • Annual Incentives • Daily Meal Allowance • Matching RRSPs • Health and Dental Coverage • Company Cell Phone
Please apply with a cover letter and resumé to careers@goldeaglelodge.com by August 29, 2016
• All District First Nations • Cando • Cochin • Cut Knife • Glaslyn • Hafford • Lashburn • Livelong
• 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.
For more information contact:
Becky Doig (Editor)
email: newsoptimist.news@sasktel.net or toll free 1-866-549-9979
Currently seeking a
SERVICE ADVISOR Valley Ford Sales Ltd. in North Battleford has an opening for an Enthusiastic, Self-Motivated Individual with above average interpersonal skills to join our Customer Service Team. Being able to work in a Team Environment, computer knowledge and knowledge of the mechanics of vehicles would be definite assets.. Valley Ford is a well-established and reputable Dealership that has a long history of being Locally Owned with a Strong Community Involvement within the Battlefords and surrounding area. If you are the successful applicant, you will receive on the job training to familiarize yourself with all areas of our business. We will offer a competitive salary along with a benefit package. This position is Monday to Friday and will include 1 Saturday a month. If you are looking for a Change in Environment or maybe a new career that can be very rewarding, please give Pat a call 306-446-3673 or email your resumé to patm@valleyfordsales.ca
FULL-TIME TECHNICIAN Heavy truck experience is an asset, mechanical experience is required. We work on all makes and models of highway tractors and trailers, and are looking for someone with a strong work ethic and a positive team attitude! We offer competitive wages, benefits and health plan.
If interested, please call Todd for more details at 306-435-3700 Email your resume to dttl@sasktel.net or fax to 306-435-1753
FOREMAN/GRADER OPERATOR POSITION
required for all rural areas
North Battleford
Davidson Truck and Tractor Ltd. in Moosomin, SK is looking for a
R.M. of Medstead No. 497
Reporter Correspondents
Valley
The R.M. of Medstead No. 497 invites applications for an experienced permanent full-time Foreman/ Grader Operator. The Foreman/Grader Operator will be responsible for public works operations, organizing and assigning employee schedules/work duties, have good communications skills and be able to prepare and maintain reports as directed by the Council. The R.M. of Medstead No. 497 is located in central Saskatchewan located approximately forty five minutes north of North Battleford. Applicants must possess a valid Class 5 driver’s license and have skill and experience in maintenance and operation of heavy equipment including grader, dozer, buggy, tractor, mower, rock picker and mulcher. Submit written resumé stating experience, expected salary, two references and a current driver’s abstract by 4:00 p.m. on September 13th, 2016. All resumés shall be marked “Foreman/Grader Operator Position” and mailed, dropped off at the address below or emailed to rm497@sasktel.net R.M. of Medstead No. 497 Box 12 Medstead, SK S0M 1W0 Council thanks all applicants for their interest in this position but only persons selected for interviews will be contacted. The R.M. of Medstead No. 497 reserves the right to reject and refuse any or all expressions of interest.
Severe storm in the Prairies causes more than $48 million in insured damage CNW – Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) reports a severe storm that swept through Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba during the second week of July has resulted in more than $48 million in insured damage according to Catastrophe Indices and Quantification Inc. (CatIQ). From July 8 - 11, a low pressure system caused severe thunderstorms in the Prairies. The storms produced strong winds, hail, lightning, heavy rainfall, and funnel clouds. This system also caused significant flooding in Estevan and produced a brief tornado touchdown in Humboldt on July 10. “Severe storms have been happening more often and with greater intensity across the Prairies,” said Bill Adams,
Vice-President, Western and Pacific, IBC. “It is important that Canadians understand their insurance policies and what’s covered. It’s also essential to have an emergency preparedness plan and know what to do before, during and after bad weather strikes.” Most property damage were reported to have occurred in Saskatchewan. The most severe isolated thunderstorm cell over Estevan produced up to 130mm of rain in a short period of time. The heavy rains overwhelmed the local storm water systems causing streets to flood and sewers to backup. Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) is the national industry association representing Canada’s private home, auto and business insurers.
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Ugly fall webworm not as harmful as it looks You may have noticed some webbing on tree branches around the Battlefords lately. Up until recently this pest has been a relatively uncommon occurrence around here. The insect pest making the webs is known as the fall webworm. It can be mistaken for the tent caterpillar, however a closer look shows that the larva (caterpillar) stage of this pest is what’s called a leaf skeletonizer. It mines the meaty portion of the leaf and leaves behind a leaf skeleton, a beigy, brown leaf outline of a leaf complete with the leaf’s visible veins. Every animal on the planet seems to have an inherent way of protecting itself from predators. The fall webworm is no different. They build a silken web around their feeding area so they are safer from birds and other animals looking for a juicy meal.
The fall webworm builds a silken web around its feeding area to stay safe from birds and other animals looking for a juicy meal. Photo by Keith Anderson
Webworms are not fussy eaters and can feed on several species of leaf trees (hardwoods). We are seeing them mostly on Schubert chokecherries. They expand the size of the silken web as they run out of food. Understand your Enemies: To determine the most vulnerable stage of any disruption to your gardening efforts, it is a wise tactic to get to know the enemy. We have to go back to junior high science when we all studied insect life cycles and metamorphosis. The fall webworm is an insect that goes through complete
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2024 – PD Day
10 – Thanksgiving 24 – PD Day
15 21 – Early Dismissal (2:30pm) 22 – Christmas Break Starts
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14 22 29 – Non-Student Day
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1 – Students Return 26 – PD Day 5 – Labour Day 26 – PD Day
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10 – LOCCSD ONLY-Elementary School 21 – PD Day Non-Student Day/Regular Classes at JPII 11 – Remembrance Day
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14 – School Holiday 21 – PD 1 – Day New Year’s Day 4 – Return to School
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New signs going up to clean, drain and dry boats Staff
The fight to prevent aquatic invasive species 23 4 4 – Return to School from entering SaskatchS 11S ewan’s waters is getting an 23 – LOCCSD ONLY-Elementary School 4 Non-Student Day/Regular Classes at JPII 18 assist with the help of new 5 11 20 – PD Day 2512 highways signs. 18 The signs are aimed at 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 24 – 27 Departmental Exams 26 27 28 26 27 28 29 30 31 anglers and boaters travelFEBRUARY 2017 MARCH 2017 23 ling to and from the lakes. S M APRIL T W 2017 T F S S M T MAY W 2017 T F S 22 The new signs read: Stop 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 Aquatic Invasive Species – S M T W T F S S M T W T F S 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 1 5 6 1 7 2 8 39 410 511 6 20 – PD Clean+Drain+Dry YOUR 8 – Day PD Day 122 133 14 4 15 5 16 6 17 7 18 8 12 713 814 915 1016 11 17 12 18 13 22 – Victoria Day BOAT. 23 - PD Day 199 2010 2111 2212 2313 24 1425 1519 1420 1521 1622 1723 18 24 19 25 20 The signs were put up 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 26 27 28 26 27 28 29 30 31 alongside key interprovin23 24 25 26 27 28 29 28 29 30 31 cial routes, and are particu30 larly targeted at watercraft APRIL MAY 2017 22 JUNE2017 2017 owners coming into SasS S MM T T W W T T F F S S S M T W T F S katchewan from southern 1 2 3 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 – PD Day and eastern jurisdictions 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 School Closed (Holidays) 211 312 4 13 5 14 6 15 7 16 8 17 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 where invasive species – 22 – Victoria Day 918 1019 1120 1221 1322 14 2315 2414 15 16 17 18 19 20 quagga and zebra mussels 23 PD Day Teacher Days/Non-Student Days 1625 1726 1827 1928 202921 3022 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 – can be found. “Our government’s fo23 24 25 26 27 28 29 28 29 30 31 LOCCSD Elementary School Non-Student Days cus includes increased 30 watercraft inspections, deJUNE 2017 contaminating high-risk S M T W T F S watercraft found entering 1 2 3 the province and additional 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 education and awareness School Closed (Holidays) 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 efforts such as this signage to help protect our fish 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Teacher Days/Non-Student Days populations and aquatic 25 26 27 28 29 30 habitats,” said EnvironLOCCSD Elementary School ment Minister Herb Cox, Non-Student Days MLA for the Battlefords, in a statement. S
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metamorphosis. Egg, larva (feeding stage), pupa (resting and transformation stage), and adult (moth). The pupa overwinters in a cocoon that is buried in leaf litter or that has fallen into cracks in the ground. In June, the adult emerges from the cocoon as a white moth or a white moth with black spotted wings. They mate and lay somewhere between 100 and 300 eggs on the underside of the leaves. The larvae hatch in roughly seven days and they start spinning webs immediately to protect them while they feed on the leaves. The webbed enclosure can be up to three feet or more long. The remnants of these nests will stay on the tree throughout the winter but are only used once. The larvae feed for about six weeks, just 21 on leaves, and do not damage twigs or wood. Once 21 the larvae are fully mature they drop to the ground to pupate for the winter and their life story begins again in the following June. The fall webworm is what is 20 called an aesthetic pest or cosmetic pest. That means
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the damage may be unsightly however they aren’t usually around in large enough numbers to harm your landscape trees and shrubs. Control measures: Seeing as it is unlikely you are going to squish adult moths in full flight, or be able to locate eggs on the back side of leaves, or pupae in the soil, the most vulnerable part of this enemy’s lifecycle occurs at the larval stage or feeding stage when the pest is easiest to see. When the webbed branches are within your reach and removal of the limb isn’t going to affect the shape of the tree, simply prune off the affected limb at a branch junction below the webbing. This should be thrown out in a sealed bag to prevent the larvae from continuing their life cycle.The pest has many natural enemies including birds, wasps and other insects.There is a biological insecticide registered for this pest called Dipel or Bt. This product is sprayed on the leaves in and around the immediate area of the web as the larvae have to eat it off the leaves to get the killing dose. So the bottom line on this critter is, it is ugly but it is not harmful to your landscape trees. Either live with it or, if you can, remove the offensive limb. Always something, eh? If it wasn’t this, it’d be something else. It’s never so bad, though, that it couldn’t be worse.
The government has stepped up its prevention focus in recent years in an effort to keep the invasive species out of Saskatchewan. “Invasive species have the potential to severely impact our environment,” said Highways and Infrastructure Minister Nancy Heppner in a statement. “Prevention through education, such as these signs, is a cost-effective way to help control any potential spread.” In addition to the new signs, highway construction efforts continue this summer. In the province’s latest update, they report construction was to begin on Highway 12 near Martensville this week, with motorists expecting minor disruptions and delays. Paving has also wrapped up on Highway 11 near Dundurn and on Highway 6 between Ceylon and Pangman. For more information go to www.highways.gov. sk.ca/2016construction. Also check the Highway Hotline at http://hotline. gov.sk.ca/map/ for more information about construction zones.
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The organizing committee for the Larry Houle Benefit Dance presented Larry and his family with a cheque for $165,645.20 on August 10th, which was the amount his benefit dance had raised at that time. That number has grown a little bit since, and coupled with the donations to the Larry Houle Family Fund, through the Battlefords District Community Foundation the total proceeds of the event on August 5th were over $180,000. The Larry Houle Family fund is continuing to take donations, and cheques made payable to the Larry Houle Family Fund can be sent to P.O. Box 1302, North Battleford, SK S9A 3L8
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Overload: Keep going when you want to quit I didn’t hear from Ed, my old neighbour from Saskatchewan, for two weeks. He called yesterday to say he was preoccupied with his 14-year-old grandson visiting from Edmonton. He was helping Ed out at his farm. The first week, Chase, the grandson, was pretty enthusiastic about all the machinery and being able to drive a tractor under Ed’s supervision. As the second week continued under Ed’s thorough training and instruction, Chase became tired of being a farmer in training. It became a challenge for Ed also until he realized that he could not make a farmer out of a city kid in two weeks. He had tried to teach his grandson
everything possible about farming, but it was an overload for his grandson that left him fainthearted about being at the farm. Like Ed’s grandson, we may start an endeavour enthusiastically, but not continue excitedly about it until we finish. When we plant a garden in the spring, we are excited about the prospects of future growth and produce. By late August or early September we may have grown tired of weeds and watering and all things gardening. It is hard to persevere at gardening if you experience the challenge of hand, knee or back pain. Some years it is hard to garden in Saskatchewan because
eighbourly Advice According to Ed
By Raymond Maher www.accordingtoed.com
revraymaher@accesscomm.ca the mosquitoes are so thick and hungry that you almost need a blood transfusion after they attack you when you are gardening. What we seek to do can turn out to involve so many challenges and problems that we may grow fainthearted, and consider quitting the task temporarily or permanently. Athletes that compete
at the Olympics are noted for their willingness to endure training until they have competed in their sport. This year’s Summer Olympics remind us that athletes push themselves in spite of weariness and minor injures. They go far beyond being proficient at their sport. Their goal is to become better than all other competitors in
the world. It takes months and years to perfect their skills. Some athletes do get weary at the stress of performing before crowds who never miss mistakes and inferior performances. Only a medal winner is considered good enough for the spectators, and the thrill of victory may be sweet, but fleeting for the medal winners. The Christian life is not an Olympic event, but it has been compared participating in a marathon race. The Christian is running the long distance of his or her life toward heaven. When one considers such individuals from the Bible as Noah, Abraham, Moses, Gideon, David and Samuel we see people who
endured challenges but refused to stop trusting in God, and in the ultimate victory of heaven after their death. No marathon runner can win without crossing the finish line. He or she runs focused on the finish line. As Christians, it is easy to get tripped up by sin and lose our sight of the finish line of heaven. Sin can easily have people running around in circles and even backward. Thankfully, Christians have a coach who has completed his marathon run of life and death. He died but is alive from the dead to help us keep on track as we run toward heaven. Need his coaching?
Worship Together Spend some quality family time together. Worship at the church of your choice. Our community has a number of churches and a variety of denominations for you & your family.
St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church
(RC) St. Joseph Calasanctius Parish 1942 - 98th Street, North Battleford, SK S9A 0N4
306-445-5901
PASTOR: Fr. Anthony Afangide, M.S.P.
1401 - 98th Street, North Battleford, SK
306-446-1695
SUNDAY 10:30 a.m.
DAILY: Tues., Wed., Thurs. & Fri. - 9 a.m. unless otherwise noted
Community Baptist Church
Battlefords Grace Community Church
Sunday Morning Service - 11:00 a.m.
191 - 24th Street W., Battleford, Sk. 306-937-7575
Canadian National Baptist Convention
Everyone Welcome
WEEKEND: Saturdays - 7:30 p.m. Sundays - 10:00 a.m.
Everyone Welcome
1202 - 103 Street, North Battleford, SK 306-446-3077 PASTOR: RON BRAUN
Pastor: Bill Hall
Everyone Welcome
Hope Mennonite Fellowship 1291 - 109th Street, North Battleford
SUNDAY - 11:00 a.m. - Worship Service Pastor Gerhard Luitjens & Abel & Sonya Zabaleta (Spanish Ministry)
Church Phone 306-445-4181
WORSHIP SERVICES - 11 a.m. Sunday
Notre Dame (RC) Parish Corner of 104th Street & 12th Avenue Rev. Father Cuong Luong MASSES: Saturdays - 7:00 p.m. Sundays - 11:00 a.m.
OFFICE 306-445-3836
Email: notredame.nb@gmail.com www.notredameparish.ca EVERYONE WELCOME
All Saints Ukrainian Catholic Parish
ROMAN CATHOLIC ST. VITAL’S
DIVINE LITURGY On the 1st & 3rd Sundays of each month: 9:00 am On the 2nd, 4th and 5th Sundays of each month: 12:00 pm
Phone 306-937-7340 PASTOR - Father Greg Elder
902 - 108th Street, North Battleford
Contact: Fr. Ivan Nahachewsky - 306-961-1390
TerriTorial Drive alliance church
Saturday Evening Mass - 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass - 10:30 a.m.
ANGLICAN PARISH
SUNDAY SERVICES St. George’s Anglican Church - 9:00 a.m. 191 - 24th Street West, Battleford, SK
1302 - 99th Street North Battleford, SK
52 - 4th Avenue West Battleford, SK
306-937-3177
SUNDAY SERVICES 11:00 a.m.
Third Avenue United Church Sunday Worship Service - 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 1301 - 102nd Street, Phone 306-445-8171 Rev. Frances Patterson
Everyone Welcome
www.thirdavenueunitedchurchnb.ca Email: thirdaveunited@sasktel.net
Weekly programs to resume in the fall 1231 - 104th Street North Battleford “A Community of believers seeking Phone 306-445-7777 more of God’s presence” www.emmanuelfellowship.ca
11 - 18th Street, Battleford, SK
St. Paul’s Anglican Church - 11:00 a.m.
Battleford United Church
Pastor Patrick Carty
Sunday Worship 10:30 am
1372 102 St 306-445-3009
Living Water Ministry
Pastor Brian Arcand Phone: 306-445-3803 Cell: 306-441-9385 Fax: 306-445-4385
Battlefords Seventh-Day Adventist Church
Worship/Prayer House
1491 - 103RD STREET CALL FOR TIME 306-481-5073 Members of Christian Ministers Association
St. Jean Baptiste de la Salle Roman Catholic Church DELMAS - Rev. Father Greg Elder SUNDAY MASS - 9:00 a.m.
Box 10, Delmas, SK
S0M 0P0
Phone 306-937-7340
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CANADA: NATURAL SOURCE OF PRIDE SINCE 1867
FEEDING THE WORLD, ONE BROADCAST AT A TIME “Serving agriculture, the basic industry, this is George Atkins.” For 25 years, these words marked the end of CBC radio’s regular farming show, (1917 – 2009) hosted by a man known as “the commentator Broadcaster and founder of with a smile in his voice.” In the pre-internet Farm Radio International era, George Atkins’ know-how helped countless Canadian farmers stay in the loop. Today, his legacy benefits rural communities worldwide thanks to the non-profit organization he founded, Farm Radio International.
GEORGE ATKINS
George Atkins’ childhood on the family farm near Oakville, Ontario helped lay the foundations for a lifelong passion. After obtaining a bachelor’s degree from the Ontario Agricultural College, he operated a small farm for a few years before beginning his career in broadcasting at Hamilton’s CHCH-TV. The CBC recruited Atkins in 1955 and made him the network’s farm and gardening host, a title that he kept until retiring in 1979. Atkins first came up with the idea for Farm Radio International in 1975 during a trip to Zambia with other journalists. At the time, agriculture-themed radio programs in the small African country covered many of the same topics as they did in Canada: tractor maintenance, commercial fertilizers and new-fangled techniques. The problem, Atkins realized, was that this information was of no use to the vast majority of listeners, who were too poor to actually follow the advice. Farmers in the developing world could, however, benefit greatly from radio broadcasts that focused on issues relevant to their working conditions. All that was missing was a way to get such information to those who needed it—and George Atkins, lifelong farm radio host, knew exactly how to do so. When Atkins launched Farm Radio International in 1979, his first order of business was to send free radio scripts to broadcasters in 26 developing countries. Today, the Ottawa-based organization produces scripts in over 70 languages and provides them to broadcasters in more than 100 countries, reaching 150,000 farmers each month. And it all started with one Canadian radio host with a passion for farming and a smile in his voice.
Where are we from? THE 52 LARGEST GROUPS IN CANADA’S MULTICULTURAL MOSAIC
CANADA’S SERBIAN COMMUNITY
People of Serbian origin are part of a large and well-established group of Canadian citizens whose presence in Canada dates back to the 1850s. Many of these first Serbian immigrants came to work in BC’s then-booming mining industry, settling massively in towns like Prince Rupert, Kamloops and Dawson City. By 1900, their province of choice was mostly Alberta, where they helped build some of Canada’s first roads and railways. Between the two World Wars there was an upsurge in Serbian immigration to Canada following the tumultuous breakup of the Habsburg Empire. This period marked the birth of Ontario’s Serbian community. Today, Toronto is home to the largest Serbian community in the country, and the third largest outside Serbia. Tennis champion Milos Raonic and Stanley Cup winner Milan Lucic—two of the hottest names in sports right now—are both Canadians of Serbian origin. Other notable Serbian Canadians include Mila Mulroney, current director of the Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and wife of Canada’s 18th Prime Minister, and Boris Malagurski, a television host, filmmaker and activist. Malagurski’s documentary debut, The Canada Project, chronicled his 2005 move from Serbia to Canada.
Quiz TEST YOUR CANADIAN KNOWLEDGE
QUESTION 1: Which famous Canadian musician with a solo career spanning more than 45 years and 35 studio albums to his name will turn 71 on November 12, 2016? QUESTION 2: Which Canadian city was the first in North America to be placed on UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites list? QUESTION 3: In 1976, the Canadian Patent Office issued its one-millionth patent to James Guillet for what eco-friendly invention? QUESTION 4: What was Canada’s first national sport, as declared by Sir John A. MacDonald in 1867?
ART, LITERATURE AND ENTERTAINMENT
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
HISTORY AND GEOGRAPHY
SPORTS AND LEISURE
ANSWERS 1: Neil Young 2: Quebec City, Quebec 3: UV-degradable plastic bags 4: Cricket
Canadian treasures
WEEKS TO GO
infO Canada THE STORIES BEHIND OUR SYMBOLS
NUNAVUT
FLOWER: PURPLE SAXIFRAGE
Nunavut made purple saxifrage (Saxifraga oppositifolia) their territorial flower in the year 2000. This vibrant hued flower is one of the earliest bloomers during Arctic spring. It grows in rocky ground where no other foliage can survive. The flowers are edible and sweet, and the leaves make a fine tea.
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