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Despite some recent struggles, things are looking more positive on the financial front for the Battlefords Chamber of Commerce. They held their annual meeting Tuesday at which time financial statements for 2016 were presented. The organization has made headway in balancing the books on the operations side. They had been operating at a loss of $27,023 in 2015, but in 2016 the loss was only $8,493. The net deficit for 2016 came in at $13,146. Overall, however, revenues were up almost $13,000 in 2016, and the Chamber has outlined a plan that would see them run at a surplus for 2017. Their 2017 budget was approved at the meeting based on what was described as conservative revenue estimates for the year. Some cost-reduction measures are also being taken by the Chamber, which includes the reduction of one staff position. A $12,000 budget sur-
plus is projected for 2017. “I’m very pleased to see that we’re on this upward swing with our financials,” said Jay Bottomley, who was Chamber presi-
I’m very pleased to see that we’re on this upward swing with our financials. - Jay Bottomley
dent during 2016. He pointed to some huge hits the Chamber had taken in recent years from the loss of revenues from the tourism information centre and the immigration resource centre. In general, Bottomley was optimistic that the Chamber was turning things around. “I only see positive things for this year. The trend that we’re looking at in the financials shows
that.” In his remarks, new Chamber president Warren Williams pointed to progress in another area: what he saw as a more constructive relationship with the newly-elected municipal government. He noted that during the budget process at City Hall, the Chamber met the mayor and senior administration prior to the budget being presented, sat through the deliberations and then met with the mayor, senior administration and councillors afterwards. Williams welcomed what he saw as a change in tone by city officials in that the Chamber’s views were “not viewed as criticism, but as constructive views and issues,” he said. The Chamber president also welcomed the opportunity to engage with the Town of Battleford in their upcoming budget process. One other item of business was the appointment of Gerald Pohl, CPA accountant with Cogent Chartered Accountants, as member at large on the executive committee.
Gov’t funding for NW wastewater facility Continued from Front Improved reliability and performance of wastewater collection and treatment is also being cited. “Thanks to the federal and provincial funding announcement today, the partnership of the Rural Municipality of Frenchman Butte No. 501, the Town of St. Walburg and the Village of Paradise Hill looks forward to the construction of a regional aerated lagoon, and related facilities,” said Frenchman Butte reeve Bonnie Mills Midgley, on behalf of all the municipal project partners. When complete, the project “will serve our municipalities’ wastewater treatment needs in an environmentally-sustainable
manner for many years,” she said. “The Government of Canada is committed to investing in modern infrastructure that meets the needs of our communities, supports the middle class, and ensures that Canada remains the best place in the world to live, work and raise a family,” said Ralph Goodale, minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, in a statement on behalf of Amarjeet Sohi, minister of Infrastructure and Communities. “This important investment in Frenchman Butte will protect the local environment, provide reliable wastewater services for the community’s residents, and support population growth
and business development in the area.” “The Government of Saskatchewan is committed to investing in local infrastructure and we are proud to be contributing more than $4.1 million toward this important project,” said Government Relations Minister Donna Harpauer. “The province would like to thank the leadership in these communities for all of their hard work to make projects like this one become a reality.”
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Keep Canada beautiful with love, inclusion Dear Editor It has been only two years since I moved to Canada, and all the things I had heard about Canada turned out to be true. The winters are cold, the country is beautiful from coast to coast and Canadians are a most open minded, welcoming and kind people. I am in love with this country, which I now proudly call my home. And incidents, such as the shooting in Quebec, won’t make me feel any different! As Prime Minister Trudeau has said, “We are strong not in spite of our differences, but because of them.” Let us not close our minds, let us open our hearts instead. It is in tragic moments like this that we must come together in order to move forward. We won’t be broken by this violence and our sense of spirit and unity will only strengthen. My community, the Ahmadiyya Muslims, and I open the doors of our mosques for dialogue. We wholeheartedly welcome anyone who wants to get to know us and we won’t shy away from promoting peace and harmony. Our mosques will stay open, we will continue to come for prayers and we will continue to remove misconceptions regarding our peaceful religion. Let us gather as one community, as one country and as one family. Let us conquer fear and hatred with love and compassion. Let us continue to make Canada more beautiful by practicing the teaching of “love for all, hatred for none.” Misbah Tariq Lloydminister, Sask.
A boot to a man in Sobeys parking lot. He put his groceries in the back of his truck then gave the grocery cart a shove across the driving lane. He stood watching while the cart hit a car, bounced off it, then rolled along the side of it and banged into and came to rest against another car that was parked in the second parking row. A second boot goes to a woman in a private parking lot. Who, after attending a meeting with colleagues and friends, carelessly swung her car door open as far as possible with no thought of the vehicle parked next to hers. In both cases I wasn’t close enough to do anything. Both these people need a lesson in respect for others and their property.
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Neighbourliness dying in local communities Dear Editor The meaning of the word “local” has undergone many changes throughout the years. To a white pioneer in a log shack around here in 1903, local meant the settlement of Battleford near Fort Battleford. Twice a year, he would make his way there for basic (very basic) supplies. It wasn’t long before some men started little stores and post offices all over the land. With the coming of the railway, lumber was available and schools and churches next dotted the land that was local. Then, local also meant little villages as they sprang up along the railway track, some becoming little towns. Recently I was going through old documents, letters and clippings. Yes, many clippings, for at one time we had truly local newspapers — the Lashburn Comet, long gone, and the Maidstone Mirror, not so long gone. I found I’d kept not just clippings but copies of the last two years of publication. Both these newspapers were non-partisan. As I glanced through the papers I was struck by the, well, sparkling of them! There were so many rural reporters and so much going on. Now, few people want to be local reporters and there is a diminished number of people to write about. To a lot of people the newspaper to which this letter is directed is the local paper, and it is what local newspapers should be, covering as many aspects of life as possible. We are always being reminded to buy locally. Of course we should, if we can. But it all cuts both ways. If
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Association 2012 Columnist of the Year 2016, he said he wanted a piece. That was clear this week. He wants to renegotiate with TransCanada on the project, the president noted during the signing ceremony. That day he also signed a memorandum essentially saying that all pipe to be used in U.S. pipeline projects must be U.S. steel. That could make things difficult for the EVRAZ steel and pipe mill in Regina. I see trains carrying EVRAZ pipe through Estevan, to the United States on a regular basis. The steel mill might continue, but who knows what will happen with its associated pipe mill? We’re going to have to start building a lot of natural gas lines to the
B.C. coast for liquefied natural gas, I guess. So we may gain a pipeline, but could lose a pipe mill. Much of my tenure with Pipeline News has been literally covering pipeline news. For years it has been full of angst, as roadblock after roadblock was put in the way of pipeline development. Now, finally, we might actually see some major pipelines built. In many ways I still see myself as the pipeliner who used to build these projects. I melted in 35 C heat, and froze in -35 C cold, standing on the right of way as an oiler. Due to the skill of the operator I was paired with, I worked on almost every crew on
a big-inch pipeline. Thus, having some intimate, background knowledge about pipelines and their construction, it has been pretty hard to take all the bovine feces hyperbole that has surrounded these projects. Fundamentally, it comes down to digging a trench, welding a pipe, putting the pipe in the trench, and covering it up. In some places, you bore under sensitive areas or watercourses. Then you install pumps or compressors and fill it with your liquid or gas of choice. Safe, reliable transportation is the result. This has never been rocket science. A lot of Trump’s cachet is his desire to get rid of a lot of the crap when it
comes to government. A lot of people are just sick of it. Western governments have wrapped themselves up in so much red tape, it’s next to impossible to get things done. A lot of this red tape is meant to placate an environmental lobby that can never be placated. Keystone XL and Dakota Access Pipeline were just two of the most egregious
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Getting rid of school board elections not a smart idea I have come to a rather sad conclusion about our educational system in Saskatchewan. It is simply not doing a good job of producing enough smart people for leadership positions in this province. For proof, look no further than the “transformational change” discussions going on at the moment, which have involved changing the structure of health boards and school boards all across Saskatchewan. What ideas have been floated? A main one we have been hearing for some time is of changes to the school boards. The suggestion is that one option on the table is more amalgamations. The other option is to get rid of elections for the trustee positions and to instead appoint board members. This is, without question, the dumbest idea that has been floated in this province in a long, long time. Which goes to my original point: the education system is letting us down! It is failing to produce the “leaders of tomorrow” who will save us from ideas such as this!
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ohn Cairns News Watch newsoptimist.john@sasktel.net Of course, I am jesting a bit, but this is no laughing matter. I haven’t yet met anyone who thinks getting rid of board elections is a good move. They say appointed trustees totally flies in the face of common sense, because it is undemocratic and will result in a loss of accountability to the constituents. Living Sky and Light of Christ divisions oppose the idea. City council talked about the issue this past month and they, too, were appalled. Council also discussed the potential loss of regional decision making, saying the best way to solve local challenges is for decisions to be made close to home. That opens up a huge kettle of frustration right there. Many local folks feel the decision making is already getting away from them. It increasingly seems like it is the government in Regina, not school board trustees, that is calling most of the shots. It is the province dictating the way taxes are collected, the way schools are being built (P3s or not P3s), whether they are to be built in the first place, how much money school divisions are getting, and so on. These boards are hav-
ing an increasingly hard time because of a lack of money. They are forever having to go hat in hand to the province. I’ve seen it myself at “post-budget breakfasts” hosted by the Chamber of Commerce. Year after year, school board officials beg and plead with the finance minister for commitments for this, that and the next thing. It always ends up an exercise in frustration. Then there is this issue of amalgamation of the boards. You would think it ought to be the boards that would have the final say on this, but again, this is out of their hands. The last round of school division amalgamations were imposed by the province, and it looks like it could happen again. To those on the outside, it looks like the real influence of these boards is getting to be weaker and weaker. This must surely be a reason why you see so much apathy for school board elections around here. The last election produced few candidates, lots of acclamations and little interest. Maybe this is why folks in the provincial government feel they can pull a fast one and scrap board elections. No one cares anyway, they figure, so no one will miss them.
As I see it, things ought to change, all right, but in the direction of greater local decision making so that home-grown solutions have a better chance of being implemented. But this “transformational change” discussion is going in the opposite direction. You’re not going to get better local accountability or more local decision making if what you get in the end are fewer school boards made up entirely of Sask. Party governmentappointed flunkeys and lackeys. What you’ll see are boards accountable not to the people, but to Regina. They’ll take marching orders from the premier and the Ministry of Education, and these boards will essentially serve as a rubber stamp for decisions made in the capital. There are likely Sask. Party diehards out there who will say this will be far better than having boards with NDP supporters obstructing the government’s education agenda. The problem is that if the NDP boots the Sask. Party out of power, you’ll end up with boards totally made up of NDP-appointed supporters instead. This will irritate Sask. Party voters to no end. As for local issues, these appointed school boards might have local people on them, and they might listen to you, but they aren’t going to represent you. These boards are going to do a good job representing the provincial government to the local people, not the other way around. Continued on Page 7
SOUND CITY Congratulations to our North Battleford Hyundai for winning the President’s Award for Merit for 2016. This is the second time our local dealership has received the coveted award in the past three years. “We won in 2014 and in 2015 we fell a bit short which happens but we strive to be the best we can be each and every year,” said Gord Pidde. Even falling short in 2015 the North Battleford Hyundai still ranked the top dealership on the prairies. The PAM award handed out by Hyundai recognizes 15 stores out of 220 in the prairies. The award is based on customer satisfaction, new car sales, extended warranty and market shares. Pidde extends thanks to the Battlefords for being part of the win stating that loyalty from citizens here outshines everyone. With the support received from our customers and citizens we are able to support and give back to our community. “Thank you to all for the support you have shown and we are grateful for receiving the PAM award for 2016,” Gord Pidde.
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Another cancer fight Staff The provincial government has confirmed in a news release that Yorkton MLA and Rural and Remote Health Minister Greg Ottenbreit has been diagnosed with colorectal cancer. According to the news release, Ottenbreit believes the cancer was caught at an early stage and that his prognosis is good. Still, it will require extensive treatment over the next several months. In the meantime, Ottenbreit will continue on in cabinet until, as the premier states, the implications of his treatment are more clear. “It’s a reminder, even with my fairly physically active and healthy lifestyle, that this can happen to anyone and that screening and early detection can greatly improve your treatment options and outcomes,” Ottenbreit said in a news release.
“In retrospect, with my symptoms, I could have pursued diagnosis sooner, but am very glad I investigated when I did.” Ottenbreit expressed his gratitude to doctors, nurses and health care professionals for the care he has received to this point. This is not the first time his family has gone through a cancer fight. His young son Brayden died of cancer years earlier. “When our son was diagnosed in 1998, my family relied on our faith, and although Brayden’s outcome wasn’t what we prayed for, God carried and strengthened us,” Ottenbreit said. “I know He will again. My wife said back then that we could ‘choose to be bitter, or choose to be better - it’s the choice of one vowel.’ We will again strive for better. With my family at my side, I will beat this and have good come from it.” Sadly, cancer battles
have been familiar for Saskatchewan Party MLAs in recent years. Battlefords MLA Herb Cox has battled bone cancer throughout his entire time in the legislature. He stepped down as environment minister last summer to undergo his second stem cell transplant. Cox has since been appointed to chair the Caucus Committee on Crime Reduction. Late last year, Saskatoon Meewasin MLA Roger Parent died following a brief battle with cancer. A byelection is to set for 2017. In a statement, Premier Brad Wall said Ottenbreit has the full support of his cabinet and caucus colleagues, who all wish him well as he begins his cancer treatments. The Premier also sent out a Tweet that stated: “An incredible advocate for cancer treatment now needs our support & prayers. @GregOttenbreit we are 100% behind you.”
Elected school boards Continued from Page 6 Frankly, doing away with elected school boards screams “centralization” and “arrogance.” Voters don’t like that, and I’m convinced the Sask. Party will pay a major political price if they allow this to happen. I also question whether doing away with board elections will save the province money, supposedly the real reason behind
the proposals. The reality is school boards are always voted on at the same time as municipal governments. The municipal votes have to be held anyway, so you might as well vote on school boards, too. The real question is whether this “advisory panel” on transformational change is even going to listen to the mountain of opposition they are surely
getting. Surely to goodness, common sense will prevail. Honestly, the idea of not holding elections is right out of the playbook of fascist or communist states — places that are perfect examples of how not to do things. Who came up with this idea of getting rid of elected school boards? That person sure didn’t pay attention during history class.
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The Melody Ranch Boys: standing – Leon Charabin (accordion), Gordon Racicot (bass), Russell Iwanchuk (violin); seated – Owen Day (banjo) and Jack Bouma (guitar). Circa 1950.
June 3, 1966 was the date of my high school graduation at Carpenter High School in Meadow Lake. The Student Representative Council had to decide what band to book for the graduation dance. My band, the Raiders, was an early favourite, but since three members were graduating, it was decided the band should enjoy the evening off to party like everyone else. The SRC booked the Mellotones from North Battleford. Excellent move. The Mellotones were rated as the top dance band in Northwestern Saskatchewan and one of the best in the province. Ordinarily, the prospects of booking the Mellotones on short notice for a dance in
Meadow Lake were slim. But as luck would have it, the band was free. The Mellotones did not disappoint. A packed gymnasium of more than 400 enjoyed a great mix of big band, western swing, country, old time and rock and roll tunes – something for everyone. The band had a remarkable ability to read the crowd, so they knew what to play and when to play it. It was a great evening. The first purpose of this essay is to give a general history of the Mellotones, one of the Battlefords’ truly extraordinary, historic dance bands. The second purpose is to provide an account of the respective musical journeys of three former members of the
Mellotones, two of whom still live in the Battlefords (Garnet Speer and Dennis Pidwerbesky) and George Armstong who lives in Vancouver, B.C. He was unquestionably the best singer the Battlefords ever produced. I thank Garnet Speer and Dennis Pidwerbesky for giving me the Mellotones story. They left no stone unturned. I also appreciate Jack Bouma’s important contribution to this essay. Jack played with the Melody Ranch Boys, who were the Mellotones (same band members) before they changed their name in 1966. The Mellotones had a rather inauspicious beginning in 1951 at Brada School located six miles
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East of North Battleford. Mrs. Keenee, a young, musically inclined teacher,
organized a dance band with four of her students – Leon Charabin on piano (and later accordion), Russ Iwanchuk on fiddle, Owen Day on banjo and Jack Bouma on guitar. Mrs. Keenee played violin. The aspiring musicians called themselves The Corn Poppers for a time but then dropped this name in favour of The Brada Orchestra. Jack Bouma related that one of the first dances the group played for was at the East Hill School. Each member was paid the princely sum of $1.75. From these humble beginnings, emerged the
highly popular and in demand Melody Ranch Boys. The appeal of the band quickly grew to the point where the boys were featured live on a weekly, half-hour broadcast over CJNB radio. The band also played every Saturday night from May to October at the Melody Ranch Hayloft located on Joe Charabin’s farm. During the winter months, the band played for enthusiastic dance crowds at the local hot spots including Uncle Tom’s Cabin, the Trocadero, the old Co-op Hall and the Ukrainian Hall. Continued on Page 9
The Mellotones: Garnet Speer (saxophone, clarinet), Leon Charabin (accordion), Ken Magnuson (vocals), Russ Iwanchuk (guitar) and Dennis Pidwerbesky (electric bass guitar). The image is scanned from the cover of the Mellotones 1974 album Dancing With the Mello-Tones. The 13-track album features tunes such as South of the Border, Lichtensteiner Polka, Green Green Grass of Home and Leroy Brown.
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The legendary Mellotones ... Continued from Page 8. Members of the Melody Ranch Boys from 1950 to 1966 included Russ Iwanchuk on fiddle and clavioline, Leon Charabin on accordion, Gordon Racicot on standup bass, Jack Bouma on guitar, Walter Flyer, Mike Kowerchuk and Joe Finucane as vocalists, Merv Knutson, Al Osborn, and Lawrence Lambert as square dance callers and Eldon Elliot and Lee Sage as radio announcers. During the mid-1960s, the band was confronted with the reality that musical and dancing styles had changed and that it would be necessary for the Melody Ranch Boys to adjust and align with
the times, part of which included coming up with a new, less country and old-time sounding name. Square dance calling had to be ditched, for example. CJNB Radio came on board and ran a name-theband contest with many enthusiastic participants. The result was that in 1966, the band officially became the Mellotones. Members of the Mellotones from 1966 to 2002 included Russ Iwanchuk (electric guitar), Leon Charabin (accordion), Gordon Racicot, Bob Hildebrand (bass guitar), Dennis Pidwerbesky (electric bass), Garnet Speer (saxophone, clarinet), Jack Ross, Dave Risling, Don
Four injured Staff Maidstone RCMP are reporting four people were injured in a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Highways 3 and 17 at around 2 p.m. Tuesday. The injured individuals — two from each vehicle — were taken to hospital by ambulance. They were all reported in stable condition. According to the initial investigation, a southbound vehicle was struck
by a westbound vehicle. Weather, road conditions and alcohol were not factors. Traffic was restricted for almost three hours. In an update Wednesday morning RCMP announced charges were laid. Charged is Alan Toutsaint, 49, of Prince Albert, with one count of driving without due care and attention and another count of failing to comply with endorsement of driver’s licence.
Tatchell, Ross Nykiforuk, Bernie Gantefoer (drums), Ken Magnuson, Wanda Whitwell, Dennis Reesor and George Armstrong (vocals). It was clear that Russ Iwanchuk and Leon Charabin had anchored both the Melody Ranch Boys and the Mellotones over the years while other musicians joined and left the band. With a new name, and a refreshing, upbeat approach to their music, the
Mellotones became more popular than ever. They played for and entertained at dances — the Governor’s Ball, the RCMP Ball, Beta Sigma Phi Ball, Christmas parties and New Year’s Eve dances. They were solidly booked until they retired in the early 1990s. — Sources: Battlefords News-Optimist, Jack Bouma, Garnet Speer, Dennis Pidwerbesky and Richard W. Hiebert files on dance bands.
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In this series of articles, Richard W. Hiebert tells the stories of the Battlefords’ great dance bands from the 1940s to the present.
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Local seed grower earns service award Staff Denis Gregoire of Gregoire Seed Farms, North Battleford, had earned an Outstanding Service Award from the Saskatchewan Seed Growers Association. According to the association, the award is presented to a Saskatchewan seed grower who has a minimum of eight years of pedigreed seed production, has made significant contributions to the pedigreed seed industry and who is active and has shown leadership in his or her community. The presentation was made Jan. 11 at the Western Canadian Crop Production Show in Saskatoon. Gregoire has been a pedigreed seed grower
since 2001 and has been producing pedigreed seed crops for 15 years. Gregoire was born in North Battleford and was raised on a mixed family farm. After completing high school, he obtained training as a farm machinery mechanic. While employed at a local Massey Ferguson dealership, he kept close contact with the farm operated by his father and brother. He returned to farming full time in 1983. The operation branched out into processing and shipping of lentils and peas and custom seed cleaning. That eventually led to the growing and cleaning of pedigreed seed for sale. Those crops consist of wheat, barley, green peas and flax with canola
rounding out the rotations. Gregoire’s community involvement has included 4-H, Saskatchewan Wheat Pool committees and representing his rural municipality in investigating the feasibility of the Highgate Dam project. He has also coached and managed minor hockey and baseball teams. In 1998, Gregoire Seed Farms won the Malt Barley Competition for Saskatchewan in two and six row barley. “We have won many awards at various seed shows, but my biggest highlight is the great people I have met over the years in the seed business and the mutual interests and friendships we have maintained,” Gregoire says.
Saskatchewan Seed Growers Association presented Denis Gregoire with an Outstanding Service Award during the Western Canadian Crop Production Show in Saskatoon in January. In the photo are: Kevin Runnalls, president Canadian Seed Growers Association; Marlene Gregoire and Denis Gregoire, Gregoire Seed Farms Ltd.; and Roy Klym, president Saskatchewan Seed Growers Association. In the background is Bob Rugg, national director (Saskatchewan representative) of the Canadian Seed Growers Association. Photo submitted
Keep revenue sharing as current model: SARM Staff
The organization representing rural municipalities in the province is calling on the government to keep its current revenue sharing model in place. In a news release Tuesday, the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM) urged the province to retain its current PST funding model in
the 2017-18 budget. Municipal revenue sharing is currently set at a rate of one per cent of PST. The release comes a week before Premier Brad Wall is scheduled to speak before the Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association convention in Saskatoon, at which time he is expected to shed some light about the province’s budget plans for 2017.
In their news release, SARM pointed to expectations on RMs to maintain services for local ratepayers and industry under the pressure of rising costs. In particular, they pointed to the expenses RMs face to maintain and upgrade roads, with municipal revenue sharing being one of the streams used to offset the local costs. SARM also pointed to municipal
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Marcia McLean brings her expertise to the Battlefords Music Festival as vocals adjudicator. Photo submitted
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Now the registration window for the Battlefords Music Festival is over, it is possible to introduce the adjudicators. Opening the festival are the vocal solo, duets, ensembles and choirs entries.
This discipline is currently scheduled to run from Saturday, April 1 to Monday, April 3. Marcia McLean will be adjudicating this category. She is a long-time music educator in my old stomping grounds of Swift Current and her husband Greg has been a band adjudicator for the Battlefords Music
Festival in past years. McLean is currently the artistic director of the Swift Current Oratorio Choir and an adult chamber choir, Prairie Spirit. In January of 2014, members of the Oratorio Choir travelled to New York to perform Karl Jenkins Stabat Mater in Carnegie Hall with several choirs from around the world. Incidentally, my mother is in that choir and travelled to NYC participating in this memorable event. McLean also teaches private voice lessons, gives choral workshops and adjudicates. She adjudicates for the Saskatchewan Music Festival and has adjudicated at the Brandon Jazz Festival and Brandon Music Festival. After 18 years as director of choral music at the Swift Current Comprehensive High School McLean retired in 2010. There she conducted an 80-voice concert choir, a vocal jazz ensemble and the Comp Chamber Singers. In 2010, the Chamber Singers were selected to perform at the Association of Canadian Choral Community’s convention held in Saskatoon, and in 2007 performed at Festival 500 in Newfoundland. In addition, the choir
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The disappointment for Robyn Silvernagle’s rink was plain to see after they missed out on clinching a spot in the Scotties Tournament of Hearts. With some time to reflect on the whole experience, however, the North Battleford skip believes that the team’s runner-up result at this past week’s Viterra Scotties women’s
provincial playdowns in Melville will be a building block for future success. “We’re really happy with how we played,” Silvernagle said. “The way we preformed all week was the best that our team has played for sure. “We learned so much over the week, especially when it came to strategy and how to control our emotions in certain situations. We’re going to take that forward and carry it
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towards next year.” “We had a great tournament and you can’t ask for more than that as we go forward.” Silvernagle, who is joined on her Twin Rivers Curling Club rink by third Dayna Demers, second Christian Goertzen and lead Kara Thevenot, were defeated by Penny Barker’s Moose Jaw foursome by a score of 10-7 in the final Sunday. After giving up four points in the first three ends and trailing 5-2 at the fifth end break, Silvernagle clawed her way back to take a 7-6 lead going into the final end. Their comeback bid ended in the 10th end as Barker made a takeout for four points to win her first provincial title and earn the chance to represent Saskatchewan at the Scotties Tournament of Hearts in St. Catherines, Ont. later this month. “We had our chances early on but they just didn’t work out,” Silvernagle said. “We knew we had to
Robyn Silvernagle delivers a rock during the Viterra Scotties women’s provincial final in Melville Sunday. Photo Courtesy of Michael Bell/Regina Leader-Post
stay calm and we had the determination to get back into the game. “It was a strong battle and we didn’t give up, which was great to see as there were times where we could have packed it in. We fought hard right until the end, but unfortunately we came up just a little bit short.” Coming off a trip to the semifinal last year in Prince Albert, the Silvernagle rink finished first in the round-robin with a 7-1 record. They earned a spot in
the provincial final with a 9-7 extra-end win over Saskatoon’s Stefanie Lawton in the 1 vs. 2 Page playoff game Saturday. “We got a couple of big wins early on and that really helped us to build some confidence,” Silvernagle said. “We were comfortable with the ice and with each other, and that definitely helped us get off to a good start. “We played really well against Stefanie in our last round-robin game Friday, and we got off to an early lead against her in the play-
off. I made a couple of mistakes to get her back in the game, but we stayed strong in the last two ends to get the win.” The rink did return from Melville with some extra hardware as well, as Demers received the Marj Mitchell Award for sportsmanship and competitiveness. “That was pretty awesome to have someone on our team win that award,” Silvernagle said. While the foursome isn’t planning on competing in any more bonspiels before the end of the season, Silvernagle will be teaming up with Drew Heidt to compete in the mixed doubles provincials in Saskatoon in a couple of weeks. “I haven’t played mixed doubles before so that might be a little interesting, but I figured, why not give it a try,” Silvernagle said. “There’s a chance of putting a mixed team together also, but we’ll see how things go.”
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It took overtime but the John Paul II Crusaders senior boys’ basketball team were able to come away with a title on their home court. A three-pointer from Grade 10 student Juleus Moosomin was the difference Saturday night as the Crusaders defeated the Humboldt Mohawks by a score of 75-73 to win the John Paul II Collegiate Invitational. “It was one of those games where it was back and forth right from the start,” Crusaders head coach Shalen Fox said. “We would go out in front and they would charge right back to take the lead. “I think our overall depth made the difference. Our defence also came up with some key stops on their offence, and that was huge as it allowed us to set ENTRY FEE
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he told me that one of the teams had dropped out,” Crusaders junior boys’ head coach Nate Jurgens said. “He asked me if I wanted to have our young guys fill their place, so I had to do a bit of running around to get everyone there for the games, as they all assumed they would have the weekend off. “They were all pretty eager to play, and I think the weekend was good for them as they got to play against some tough teams in the senior ranks.” The junior Crusaders finished the weekend in sixth place, as they lost the consolation final to the Nipawin Bears Saturday. Both Crusaders teams will be travelling out of town bfor tournaments this weekend. The senior boys will be playing in Lloydminster while the junior boys will take to the court in Meadow Lake.
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It was a weekend where the bounces didn’t go in favour of the Battlefords Sharks. Despite having a ton of scoring chances in both of their games at the Battleford Arena, the Sharks came out on the losing end of 5-1 and 6-0 battles with the Melville Prairie Fire. “We skated well in five out of the six periods this weekend and it’s too bad that we didn’t have a better outcome,” Sharks head coach Gary Berggren said.
“The girls played well for the majority of both games but we just couldn’t seem to cash in on our chances.” Saturday’s game, which was originally set to take place in Radisson but was moved due to poor ice conditions, was tied up at one until midway through the third period when the Prairie Fire rattled off four unanswered goals. “They had just gone up 2-1 when we scored to tie it up, but the refs disallowed the goal due to goaltender interference and we ended up on the penalty kill,”
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Berggren said. “It was a close game all the way through and the final score wasn’t a true indicator of how even things were.” Alyssa Roach had the lone goal for the Sharks while netminder Chloe Burt made 40 saves. Megan Leblanc had a pair of goals to lead the way for the Prairie Fire. The Sharks ran into a red-hot netminder Sunday afternoon in the rematch, as Ashlyn Taillon made 33 saves to earn her third shutout of the season. “That was a pretty interesting game,” Berggren said. “We didn’t have a good first period, but we were only down 1-0 and we played really well for the rest of the game. “It seemed every shot we had on net wouldn’t go in, while every shot they had ended up in the back of the net. Our goalie Chloe played really well once again, so it wasn’t on her, but we didn’t do a good enough job of helping her out.” Sami Jo Henry was impressive for the Prairie Fire Sunday as she had two goals and two assists. Prior to their two games against Melville, the Sharks suffered a tough 10-2 setback to the Prince Albert Northern Bears on Jan. 25 at the Art Hauser Centre. Ensley Fendelet and Jesse Herner both scored in the loss. With the Saskatchewan Female Midget AAA Hockey League off this weekend due to SaskFirst camps, the Sharks won’t be back in action until Feb. 11 when they’ll host the league-leading Saskatoon Sharks. “We are at a point in the season now where we’re just working on the little things,” Berggren said. “Our defensive zone coverage needs to be better and we need to work on our power play. It was clicking really well about a month ago, but for whatever reason, we’ve been struggling with that part of our game lately.” The Sharks are currently in seventh place in the league standings with a 6-17-1 record.
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The Battlefords Masonic Lodge, Ionic No. 31, held an always popular Robbie Burns dinner Saturday, Jan. 28 at the Masonic Hall in North Battleford. Guests were treated to a roast beef dinner, with the traditional haggis, as well as the pomp and ceremony that goes with it. The evening’s entertainment included highland dancers and pipes and drums. Photos submitted
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Editor’s Note: My sincere apologies to Thelma Kendall and those who read her column for the delay in publication. The article was received in a timely manner, but I somehow decided it had been published and it had not. B.D. Happy new year, everyone. I hope you all had a joyous Christmas with families. Many of our tenants here did. Bev Brundige had visitors from Alberta — daughter Toni-Lynn, granddaughter Brandi, Kevin, great-granddaughter Ayden and their latest addition, Jackson. Ayden is very artistic and Jackson is going to be a big guy like his daddy. Bev’s sister Shirley and Al also came to visit them all. Bev said she received many great gifts but the best one was their company. Betty Bonson’s granddaughter Courtney picked her up and they motored to Innisfail, Alta where they visited her daughter Sheryl and son-in-law Norman for Christmas. Also joining them were granddaughter Melanie, grandson Adam and great-grandson Zachery. On Christmas Day, Ida Baker’s daughter picked her up to have supper at her place. It was very quiet as her grandson and his family spent Christmas with his sister. So they didn’t have any children around. Ida’s daughter drove her home in the evening. Ida said all her children phoned her. Shirley Tebay was picked up on Christmas morning by her son Gary and Roberta to go to Meota to Bob and Betty Colliar’s. She said they all enjoyed a delicious turkey dinner and an afternoon of visiting.
Francis Cole had a lovely Christmas visiting with her family at Lloydminster. Mildred Klein enjoyed her Christmas Eve and Christmas Day with her daughter here in North Battleford. Judy Slind spent her Christmas with her brother and family at Prince. Louise Haubold, a tenant here, is a very busy lady. Nov. 12, Louise celebrated her 91st birthday with her daughter Lynn Kahl and Allen. Then Christmas was a full agenda. Christmas Day was here in her apartment. Her family — Lynn, Sharon, and hubbies — — brought the dinner to her place and Louise made the dessert. On Boxing Day her granddaughter and Adam stopped here and took her up to the farm in Glenbush where she spent Christmas with most of her family and two dogs. She says travelling up there the winter scenery with the snow was beautiful. Grandson Tyler, Rose and family brought her back home. She got a surprise visit when her sister Dorothy Hamon, Victor and Anita were waiting at her door. She said her family has grown so much over the years there are many greatand great-great grandchildren. Louise was pleased to have Blake Lybeck and family from Oil Rig Alta. spend New Years. His mom and dad were also present so they enjoyed another special meal and a chance to be entertained by her great-great-grandson Cash. She admits she has been well looked after this Christmas season. Now she wishes everyone a very happy new year and wishes all your troubles to be small ones. Edith Dirkson was happy to spend her Christmas
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Glad I Dropped In: A hodge-podge of memories and family lore
By June Mitchell Published by Benchmark Press Review by Keith Foster $20 ISBN 978-1-92735227-4 Anyone looking for the pure pleasure of getting lost in a good book need look no further than June Mitchell’s Glad I Dropped In: A hodge-podge of memories
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marches her back to the store to confess her guilt, even though she admits stealing many bars herself. On another occasion, she deliberately gets drunk, just to see what it’s like. June doesn’t shy away from heart-rending scenarios. She relates that when her husband, Grant Mitchell, is stricken with a heart attack in the middle of the night, the ambulance attendants dropw him going down the stairs. She offsets the tragedies by dispensing liberal doses of humour, including the mix up at her wedding. The minister gets the groom’s name wrong, the soloist forgets the words to her song and Grant is too nervous to give his speech. As a teacher, June recalls having to strap one boy, an experience as painful for her as for him. At recess one day, a swing bangs a student’s head. June wants to take her to a doctor, but the girl’s father won’t hear of it. “She don’t need to go to no doctor,” he said. “Her head’s hard enough.” Being adventurous, June travels freely throughout Canada and the United
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Planning history a tool in defending actions By S. Yvonne Prusak Municipal Planner
Rarely in Saskatchewan does a municipality not have some acting bylaw for land use regulation and development. This could be a basic planning statement or official community plan, zoning bylaw or simply municipal bylaws that regulate setbacks or shipping containers. So what should a municipality do with these obsolete bylaws once a new official community plan and zoning bylaw has been written? One of the benefits of adopting an official community plan and zoning
bylaw for a municipality is the implementation of organized and planned land use development and regulation, and the bylaws being located in mostly one document. This allows municipalities the option to control what they want to see within the municipality to some extent, and make sure any uncertain development is carefully considered before rendering a decision. In many of my municipalities Administrators have used both the Zoning Bylaw and municipal bylaws to assist in the control of land use and development. This is because only items authorized by
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for additional regulations. Examples where a municipality has adopted additional bylaws over and above a zoning bylaw often revolves around the requirement of additional fees. For example, all my municipalities have regulations for campgrounds, but one municipality also has a municipal bylaw that charges a per site fee to assist in compensating for the increased usage of municipal services for road infrastructure and lagoon impact that the campground users provide that cannot be reclaimed through taxes. It should be mentioned that if a municipality is going to adopt a fee bylaw, all fees should be defensible. This means the municipality must have justified the numbers with a report completed by a qualified professional showing the
numbers are appropriate. Should any of these documents become obsolete in the future through the adoption of a new bylaw or an updated version, the municipality is to rescind these bylaws. The original bylaw document should be retained in the municipal office. These documents are not to be destroyed, and it shows the history of the municipality, which may come in handy in the future when the municipality has to defend itself. In every Saskatchewan Municipal Board hearing I’ve attended, the municipality has had to prove consistency and objectivity in how they may have implemented planning and development. In one case, I had to review all previous planning documents back to the 1980s to determine whether the individual would have needed to submit a development permit for a construction project. In this example, the municipality had undergone two major amalgamations and the planning documentation from the previous municipalities had to be reviewed for requirements at the time of construction. The SMB asked for copies of all the documentation for their records to make a decision. Having this documen-
tation and history is also important at the local level when describing regulations to ratepayers. Being able to explain to ratepayers when the regulations were first adopted, why, and what this means to them helps to remove confusion and sometimes frustration. This has been helpful when there are zoning amendments for regulations or changes to fees for subdivisions. The final thing to consider for having this documentation and history is that it shows the consistency of council to ratepayers, and also to future council and administration. Municipal elections are every four years, so having this documented history establishes the policies that council should commit to and helps explain why certain regulations or bylaws are in place. In my experience, having all this documentation of the reasoning behind a policy or regulation helps to keep a municipality running smoothly and organized in the future. — S. Yvonne Prusak, BASc, MA, MCIP, RPP, is a municipal planner with many municipalities and communities in Northwest Saskatchewan, and specializes in land use planning and development. She can be reached at 306845-6702.
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By MCS Staff Friday was Family Literacy Day and the Grades 2 through 5 classes invited parents and guardians to come to the school to share books with the students. There was a great response and nine adults were able to come and read for about 30 minutes to a small group of students. t was a wonderful sight to walk around the building and observe the students engaged in books. Thanks to the volunteers — Michelle Nelson, Tammy Plastow, Carla Pain, Jackie Caldwell, Rhonda Mason-Harding, Kim Voegeli, Tracey Meena, Kristy Miller and Dwayne Harder — for taking time to come and read to the students. Everyone agreed it was great fun and hope to come again. Ineke Gallop-Schen-
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The school librarian served hot chocolate and cookies to students and adults and made several book draws at the end of the day. Many students went home with brand new books to read. The Grade 4/5 class are participating in the Friends program. This program will run for 11 weeks and will be an hour per session. The program covers many of the health outcomes and will be taught by Evelyn from Prairie North Health Region. The program aims to reduce anxiety, depression, emotional distress and impairment in social functioning. It aims to build resiliency skills and awareness of anxiety prevention strategies for children. The elementary students held their Jump Rope For Heart campaign kickoff Monday. A member of the Heart and Stroke Foundation spoke to the students and handed out pledge sheets. The jumping event will take place on the afternoon of Wednesday, Feb. 15. The senior boys’ basketball team travelled to Hafford for their first exhibition game of the season. They played Monday after school. Mrs. Heather Cardin is moved in o her new classroom and began her teaching duties back at Maymont on Monday. High school, middle school and elementary report cards were distributed Tuesday.
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In the next decade, the number of people in Saskatchewan diagnosed with diabetes will increase by 35 per cent, according to the Canadian Diabetes Assocation. It’s estimated the number of people living with diabetes in Saskatchewan will grow to 100,000 in 2017, up from 97,000 in 2016. In addition, a further 176,000 are expected to be living with prediabetes and another 43,000 living with undiagnosed diabetes. Diabetes is also a burden on the economy, costing Saskatchewan’s health-care system $99.8 million a year in direct costs including hospitalizations, doctor visits and inpatient medications. A recent report from the CDA, Report on Diabetes in Saskatchewan, indicates immediate changes are required to support people living with diabetes in the province. The report analyzes the latest data on diabetes in Saskatchewan, outlines critical areas of support needed and highlights stories of people living with diabetes in the province. “Diabetes has reached epidemic proportions in Canada including right here in Saskatchewan,” says Brie Hnetka, regional director for Saskatchewan, CDA. “Not only is the number of people with diabetes growing, but so are the serious complications they experience such as heart attack, stroke, kidney disease, blindness and limb amputation. There is no mistaking the seriousness — diabetes is not only a personal crisis for individuals living with the disease and for their families, but for the province as well That’s why it’s critical for government to take immediate action.” Risk factors such as high rates of overweight and obesity in adults and youth, lack of physical activity and a healthy diet and tobacco use among people in Saskatchewan will continue to drive type 2 diabetes prevalence in the
province. Approximately 57 per cent of adults and 20 per cent of youth are either overweight or obese, according to the CDA. The prevalence of most of these risk factors in the province remained consistently higher than the Canadian average over the past decade. Lifestyle is a risk factor for type 2 diabetes, but family history, ethnic background, socioeconomic status and environment also play a significant part, the report says. Given the large community of indigenous peoples in this province, diabetes and associated risk factors along with the lack of access to essential supports for healthy living demand attention, the CDA states. The CDA’s report outlines three major areas of support needed to help those living with diabetes in the province: • Implement a standard provincial diabetes care pathway specifying the supports needed for optimal diabetes management, including a recruitment and retention strategy for endocrinologists, coordinated diabetes team-based care, and expansion of diabetes education centres; • Expand the financial coverage for insulin pumps and supplies to all individuals with type 1 diabetes who are medically eligible, regardless of age; and • Develop a policy to ensure students are supported with diabetes management at school. “The Canadian Diabetes Association is working hard to support the health of Canadians through education, research, advocacy, improved treatments and prevention by collaborating with all stakeholders in the diabetes community,” adds Hnetka. “I am hopeful this new report will be used by the Government of Saskatchewan to initiate positive policy changes to improve the lives of people with diabetes or prediabetes in the province.”
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Coin, national bird mark 150th celebrations By Lorna Pearson Correspondent
There were more warm days to be grateful for this past week. Every nice one makes the winter slip by more quickly and it surely is passing by. We are in February already. A national vote led by Canadian Geographic and the Royal Canadian Geographic Society has led to the federal government formally recognizing the grey jay as the national bird of Canada as part of this year’s 150th anniversary celebrations. This bird is also known by the name Canada jay and whiskey jack. The five species considered for this honour were the common loon, the snowy owl, the grey jay, the Canada goose and the black-capped chickadee. Watch for the $10 coin being minted for the 150th anniversary this year that features five steel grain bins in a field of yellow canola with a cloudy sky above. Canada is written across the bottom with the dates 1867-2017. The date for the Meota Snowmobile Rally is set for Feb. 19. Watch for posters. Thanks again to the fellows who put up the Christmas lights around the village, and took them down. The surely do add to the cheerfulness of the season. Contract bridge was
eota News played on Jan. 23 at the Do Drop In with top score by Linda Ard and second by Eric Callbeck. The lady in Leduc, Alta. with the broken elbow, was four hours in surgery and home the second day after, with a new elbow joint. She is able to move her fingers some so is hoping she will have the full use of her hand and arm again. Duplicate bridge at the Do Drop In Jan. 24 found top score by Eric Callbeck and Donna Scherman. Second high were Joeann and Rudy Wiens and tied for third were Margaret Dyck and Jane Groves and Lori Stark and Trudy Iverson. In the city Jan. 26, the top score went to Jean Lawes and Fraser Glen. Tied for second were Margaret Dyck and Joyce Antoine and Glen and Julie Moore. Jan. 27 found four tables in play at the Do Drop In when canasta was the game of choice. Top score went to Jon Soloninko and Jack Stewart, second to Dave Ottis and Eric Callbeck and third to Paulette Neale and Cora Christiansen. There was lots of fun and food enjoyed by all. As of Jan.1, the village has changed from WYWRA to Loraas for waste management. The
village advised the RM council they are not interested in a safety officer at this time. Tenders are out for a six-inch culvert on Main Street. Indemnities and bonuses were set at the December meeting. Council meetings are now held first Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. The Mayfair play is being held Feb. 24, 25 and 26. The first two days are suppers with evening shows while the third day is a noon meal with an afternoon performance. For tickets call 306-824-4616. Bus service will be available from North Battleford on the Sunday. Call Lorna Lavallee at 306-445-0651. The next senior meeting at the Do Drop In will be held Feb. 10 at 10:30 a.m. The Murray Lake fish derby will be held at Cochin on Feb 18. The active walking health program in the Meota Community Complex is on again this winter on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings, 9 a.m. to noon. Robbie Burns Night was held in the Masonic Hall the evening of Jan. 28 with a full house. It was a busy time before the meal when folks put their names on silent auction bidding sheets for various items on offer and spent time visiting. Action started when the bagpipers entered along with the drummer, preceding the haggis. The poem connected this ritual
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was recited and the haggis was cut. It was then returned to the kitchen and all the meal was set out buffet style. The entertainment followed featuring the bagpipes, two highland dancers and toasts to the lassies, the laddies and Robbie Burns. The draw for the 50/50 was made and the silent auction items dispensed to new owners. I’m sure people enjoyed themselves, as it was a nice evening. Word has come from
Edmonton of the passing of a Dutch war bride, Audrey Thomas, who lived in the Idylwild district north of Bapaume when first coming to Canada after the war. Why are pancake suppers on Shrove Tuesdays a Christian tradition? The season of Lent is 40 days from Ash Wednesday to Holy Saturday with Shrove Tuesday the day before Ash Wednesday. Lent is a time for penance, fasting and praying, which helps
Christians draw closer to God. One can fast from food or rather from habitual negative thoughts and actions. It is a time of opening ourselves to prepare for Easter, the most important festival of the church year. Providing and sharing a meal is a way to share the love of God through hospitality and fellowship. The pancake and sausage supper will be held in the Do Drop In on Feb. 28 from 4:30-6:30 p.m.
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there for many years. Our son Curtis and a friend from Winnipeg took in the all-star hockey game in Los Angeles this past weekend. It was an exciting time as they were with other employees from Scott Lake Fishing Lodge, a fly-in fishing camp owned by an American company. Metropolitan defeated Pacific winning a million dollars to be split among the players. Wayne Simmonds won the MVP award by scoring the winning goal, but also added a pair of goals in a 10-6 win over the Atlantic division all-stars. My son and Paul decided only on Friday to go and was fortunate to secure tickets. Some of the members of All Saints Catholic Church in Mayfair along with the priest went caroling in January. Many people of different faiths welcomed them to stop by their house to hear carols and have the house blessed. They want to thank everyone for the generous donations, which is given to the church. Congratulations to Cindy Miller of Rabbit Lake on her recent retirement as the RM administrator
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Telemiracle fundraising efforts going strong
Fragile layers of frost illustrate just how delicate Mother Nature’s hand can be, with a little backup from Jack Frost. Photo by Sherri Solomko
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Celebrate Unity will feature supper, a brief program of recognition for recipients and entertainment by Duelling Pianos. The event is scheduled for March 6 and ticket deadline will be around Feb. 22. Treat Your Sweet, an event for the Unite for a Miracle fundraising campaign, is taking place Feb. 11 and will have supper, a silent auction and the fabulous entertainment of Brad Johner and the Johner boys. Lions club 70th Anniversary and an event for Canada 150 will take place March 25. Ducks Unlimited’s annual fundraising dinner and auction will be coming up in March. March 31 and April 1 dinner theatre featuring performance by the Unity Little Theatre group benefitting KC Rescue and the Unity Community Resource Centre. Oil Person’s bonspiel includes a free dance March 2-5. Bramiche Farms Ladies Open bonspiel is March 17-19. The Unity Skating Club is also hosting a Funfest in February and their annual ice carnival March 5. Remember, Feb. 6 is the last date for nominations for those who should be included in the Chamber of Commerce “Celebrate Unity” event – call or text Helena at 306-228-8780. Past recognitions have gone to business milestone
nity News anniversaries, host committees of big events and outstanding achievement by individuals or groups in our community. There is no slowing down for the Unite for a Miracle Telemiracle campaign. The next town-wide spirit day is Feb. 14. Participants can wear red or pink and donate to the cause. Feb. 11 is the big Johner gent supper and concert, with very few, if any, tickets remaining. Visitors to Unity Press Herald Feb. 3 can purchase homemade caramel popcorn made by Helena Long, with proceeds going to Unite for a Miracle. Next week, Feb 7-9, when you fill up at the pumps of Delta Co-op Unity C-store or Wilkie Service Station, 2 cents per litre will be donated to this campaign. UCHS has started semester two. For grade 12 students, this means the last few months of high school before they head off into the big world to experience their next adventure. Basketball teams are shooting for the stars as they ramp up their game skills for upcoming district and conference playdowns. Both junior and senior curling teams will be fine tuning their games before district and regional playoffs take place. The drama
team is working feverishly on their festival piece with hopes of earning some hardware for their work at the regional festival in April. The travel group is finalizing their plans for their tour of Europe over the Easter break. Students who are part of the Robot Rebels, SADD, SLC, yearbook and ACTIVATE team are also keeping up the pace with the activities they have on the go. Kudos to these students who are all contributing to their school and community. Unity Public School continues with their Telemiracle fundraising efforts. The Writeopia project has completed the critical thinking challenge with the Most Magnificent Thing initiative and they will now move onto February’s phase of their continued efforts for reading and writing goals. Choral speaking and choir groups have started practising for the upcoming music festival. St. Peter’s school division students will be enjoying some fun at the curling rink next week as part of their Phys Ed program. Some students are part of the junior curling program at the UCC, while others are just learning the sport. They will finish up their curling week with a mini bonspiel on Feb. 2. Feb. 3 will be hat day and Valentine’s Day will be red and pink day at the school. The Midget AA Lazers are still red hot, sitting second in the Centre Four Hockey League. They play
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square off against sons Josh, playing with Team Hartung, or son Drew, who is skipping his own team. Now that the annual Men’s Open bonspiel is over, it’s time to register a team for the upcoming Oil Person’s bonspiel or the Bramiche Farms ladies spiel. Our neighbors to the west continue to have plenty of news to talk about! Wilkie’s $25,000 ring in the New Year’s Lotto will be drawn on Feb. 11. The community has entered in pursuit of the Kraft Hockeyville title, sending in multiple nominations and have a chance to complete the renovation on the SaskCan Events Centre devastated by a fire in the fall of 2015.
In other hockey news, the 1983-84 Wilkie Outlaws are headed to the Saskatchewan Hockey Hall of Fame, with the reception being held this year in North Battleford. Coffee row folks know that February means calving season for their farmer friends and some of them reminisce about their days in the cattle industry. Local sports at the rink are always a highlight at the topic table. The number of activities upcoming in town is also reviewed, to the delight and appreciation of everyone who get to take part in them. So you see we keep busy in Unity with activities and wisdom from our friends on coffee row. Until next time …
Pine Island Apartments By Margaret MacEachern CORRESPONDENT
MAIDSTONE — Jean Stewart was to Lloydminster for a medical appointment. I haven’t seen Marlene Pike since Christmas. She told me her family had been here to visit after Christmas. Colleen Koski was in Lloydminster for medical treatment. Our sympathy to Irene Kerr on the loss of her husband Jim. Jim has had a long battle with cancer. Our sympathy also to Rita (Taylor) Morrison on the loss of her husband. I spent a week visiting my son Duncan MacEachern in Marsden. Last Thursday he took me to
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Seniors hosting a Telemiracle tea Feb. 14 By Lorraine Olinyk Correspondent
The Borden Friendship Club held their monthly potluck supper Jan. 25, with more than 45 members and guests present. Blowing out the candles on the cake baked by Eileen Petrun were Lorraine Olinyk and Wendell Dyck,
orden Radisson both Jan. 1 birthdays. Ice cream was supplied by Stan Foster. Entertaining for the evening were the Ukraini-
Lorraine Olinyk and Wendell Dyck, both born on New Year’s Day, were the honoured guests at the Borden seniors’ potluck and entertainment event Jan. 15. Photo submitted by Lorraine Olinyk
an Connection with Walter Kyliuk of Radisson playing fiddle and accordion, Darlene Hupaelo from Martensville playing guitar and vocals, Peter Kyluik from Hafford playing banjo and some vocals and Ron Tkachuk of Hafford playing accordion and telling jokes between songs. They performed numerous fast polka instrumentals, Darlene sang a couple of songs in Ukrainian and for Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain she sang one verse in English and one in Ukrainian. They handed out song sheets and everyone sang along for some of the songs. The Borden club is having their Telemiracle Tea and Bake Sale on Feb. 14 at 2 p.m. Admission is by donation. Their next bingo is Feb. 15 and their Kaiser tournament is Feb. 21. Celtic Country will provide music at the potluck supper Feb. 22. Congratulations to Savannah, daughter of Scott and Sonia Sutherland of Borden, who competed in the Knights of Columbus
Darlene Hupaelo, Walter Kyliuk, Ron Tkachuk, Peter Kyluik entertaining Borden seniors. Photo by Lorraine Olinyk
track and field this past week, winning a first in the 60 metre race and the 200m. Her relay team also placed first. Savannah enjoyed meeting some athletes who had competed at the Olympics. She will be going to Winnipeg in February to compete in a frack and field meet. Borden Lakeland Library is holding a matinee movie time on Sunday, Feb. 5 at 2 p.m., in the Borden Seniors’ Room. The movie is free but there will be
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The North Saskatchewan River Municipal Health Holdings held a meeting Jan. 16. The NSRMHH board appointed Vantage Chartered Professional Accountants as auditor for 2017. Dr. Odiegwu and Dr. Mpomposhe will be com-
pleting ultrasound training at the end of February and will be needing volunteers from Feb. 24 to 27. The physicians must complete ultrasound tests with a trainer as the final requirement for the certification. The tests will be half to one hour and they are looking for primarily female volunteers for the training. If you are available or have questions call Pat at the
health holdings office 306845-4144. Once certified the physicians will be able to use the ultrasound equipment in the emergency department in Turtleford. This will add a critical service to outpatients and NSRMHH would appreciate as many volunteers as possible to assist in the process. Volunteers can also leave their name at any of
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snacks for sale. The yearlong dessert of the month draw has begun. The winner of the dessert brought by Carol Crabb in January was Sheri Sutherland. The Borden Museum is holding a fundraiser Feb. 7, when they will be serving
a hot beef sandwich with salad and dessert. Participation is by donation. It is in the Borden Seniors’ Room from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The proceeds are for their fund to install a bathrrom, which is needed in the museum.
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OBITUARIES KULYK: Sylvia (Savelya) Kulyk, “Reposed in the Lord” on January 9th, 2017 at Battleford’s Union Hospital with her loving family by her side. Funeral Prayer Vigil was held Sunday, January 15th at 7:00 PM and the Funeral Divine Liturgy on Monday, January 16th, at 11:00 AM from All Saints Ukrainian Catholic Church. Reverend Father Ivan Nahachewsky served accompanied by Cantor Marusia Kobrynsky and members of the Church Choir. Orthodox Clergy present were Reverend Father’s Bernard, Florin, Andrey, and Paul, and Deacon Ivan all from Saskatoon. Cross Bearer was son, Eugene Kulyk. Also present was an Honour Guard from the Ukrainian Catholic Women’s Organization. Active Pallbearers were her grandson’s Jason, Joshua and Jonathon Kulyk, Jay Aloisio, Isaac Gray, and family friends Roman Waines, Lynn and Lyle Meckling. Honorary Pallbearers were all family and friends who cared and shared in her life. Interment followed in the City of North Battleford Cemetery. Sylvia Kulyk was born May 20th, 1929 to parents Wasyl (William) and Halyna (Helen) Michalowski on the homestead in the Whitkow/Hatherleigh District. Growing up on the farm prepared mom for a life of hard work and toil – neither of which were strangers to her. A strong work-ethic nurtured by her parents taught her what life on the farm was all about. Take the time to enjoy the simple things in life, more importantly, preserving the bond of family unity. She embraced every challenge with un-daunting faith, hope and love - the three greatest virtues. She attended Zoria School – a one room school house where she forged lifelong friendships. In 1948, her father bought a home in North Battleford where, together with her parents and younger brother Walter, they would begin a new chapter in their lives. Shortly thereafter she obtained employment at Notre Dame Hospital on the maternity ward where her family centered values would endear her to staff and patients alike. It was at this time that my mother met my father and after a short courtship, they were engaged to be married. Sadly her scheduled wedding was postponed as a one year “Period of Mourning” (Zhaloba) was observed following the sudden and untimely loss of her only brother Walter in 1949. In a sudden “twist of fate”, it was discovered that her maternal grandmother (whom she had never met) Henrietta Haraczaj, was alive in America. She made a special trip from New York City, with Uncle Edward (her step-son) to attend my mother and father’s wedding. Father Bohdan Bachynsky married them on April 19, 1950 in the Ukrainian National Home as there was still no church built. Mom and dad lived three years with Dido and Baba until father built their first home. It was our Alma-Mater; father and mother’s pride and joy, built on a strong foundation of faith, love and hard work. All of our childhood, school day and teenage years were lived out in that first home. Dido and Baba’s house, being only a block from our house became our second home. And our new home continued to be a safe haven to all of us. Blessed by five sons our parents instilled in us the highest values of Christian love and servitude. Our mother was the most dedicated, caring, understanding, compassionate and loving “stay-at-home mother”, selflessly sacrificing all for us, her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Even if it meant returning to shift work while my father was transitioning jobs from the railway to graduating as an RPN in 1963. Mother was totally a “Martyr for the Cause”, never once complaining that the burden was too great. All of this in an effort to give us the best life possible. Mentored by her mother, mom’s hands were never idle. God blessed her with so many talents; most notably her meticulous handiwork. Her Ukrainian embroidery and petit-point pictures, knitting and crocheting graced the church, our homes and our walls, witness to the beauty of the one who created and fashioned them. Mom’s garden and flowerbeds were her pride and joy. She was the “sower” and we “reaped the harvest” of her labours. Meals and baking were all homemade and prepared. Mom loved hosting people in her home with traditional Ukrainian hospitality that, over the years cemented lifelong friendships. Her home was open to all and no one ever left her home hungry! Our Traditional Ukrainian Christmas Eve Supper – and Pascha (Easter) were celebrated first at Baba’s home and then at mom’s home the following day. How can one possibly forget these occasions of family unity around one table? Only if we forget who made them all possible, meaningful and most-memorable. That was our mother. Amidst the joy and happiness came also sorrow and grief. The untimely and tragic loss of her youngest son Edward in 1980 at 19 years of age and the repose of her husband Andrew in 2000 impacted heavily on her. Only her un-wavering faith in God coupled with the support of family and friends gave her the strength to carry on. Her mother was her steadfast anchor filling every void in her life with her all-embracing love. Not surprising then, for our mother to have been her pillar of strength and steadfast rampart in her elderly years as she was for all of our grandparents. Mother knew the meaning and significance of acknowledging everyone’s accomplishments and special occasions, be it family or friends; the weddings of her children and grandchildren, births of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, graduations, birthdays and anniversaries. She was privileged beyond measure to have been able to celebrate their Golden Wedding Anniversary in the warm company of family and friends. All these were cherished opportunities to give thanks to God for the many blessings bestowed on her and her family. She was an active and faithful “Servant of the Lord” in her church community as well; recognized for 48 years of devoted service to the Ukrainian Catholic Women’s Association as long as her health permitted. Her entire life was given to serving others – never once seeking the spotlight for herself; would that we may emulate her example. This is but an abbreviated tribute as we bow our heads in humble gratitude and thanksgiving to our loving Mother, Grandmother, Great-grandmother, Godmother, dearest friend and Sister in Christ for giving us all the best years of her life! May her soul be at peace in the Kingdom of Heaven where all the just repose; May her Memory be Eternal; Vichnaya Pam’yat! Sylvia leaves to mourn her sons Larry (Theresa) Kulyk of North Battleford, SK, Dennis (Elizabeth) Kulyk, Danylo Kulyk and Eugene Kulyk, all of Saskatoon, SK; grandchildren Jason (Lori) Kulyk of Moose Jaw, SK, Pamela (Jay) Aloisio of Sherwood Park, AB, Joshua Kulyk (friend Crystal) of Saskatoon, SK, Jonathon Kulyk of Lloydminster, SK, Megan Kulyk of Saskatoon, SK, Jasmine (Isaac) Gray of Saskatoon, SK, and Ashley Kulyk (fiance Mike) of Tisdale, SK; great-grandchildren Kylie, Jagger, River, Shastine, Kody, Tara, Adrian and Ava; as well as extended family. She is predeceased by her loving husband Andrew, son Edward, brother Walter (Vladimyr), father Wasyl “William” Michalowski and mother Halyna “Helen” Michalowski-Klimchuk, grandmother Henrietta Haraczaj, in-laws Michael and Theodosia (Dora) Kulyk. Card of Thanks The family of newly reposed Sylvia Kulyk thank all of you for your heartfelt condolences, prayers and support through this most difficult time as we bid our final earthly farewell to our beloved Mother, Grandmother and Great-grandmother. Thank-you to all her doctors: Dr. Chris Voll, Dr. James Johnson and Dr. Khurana; the BUH Emergency Response Team, the nurses and assistants on the 3rd Floor North for your compassionate and loving care. Thanks to Reverend Father Ivan Nahachewsky for his Pastoral Care and Divine Services of Healing, Funeral Vigil, Divine Liturgy and Interment. Thanks also to visiting Orthodox Clergy from Saskatoon, Reverend Father’s Bernard, Florin, Andrey and Paul and Deacon Ivan; Cantor Marusia Kobrynsky and the Church Choir; Cross Bearer; Active and Honourary Pallbearers; Honour Guard from the UCWL; Ladies from the UCWL for graciously serving the Memorial lunch and dinner; B & D Meats for catering the hot Memorial dinner; Loraine Sovyn for preparing the Memorial Kolivo (Kutia); Ann Prystupa for delivering a Tribute on behalf of the Ukrainian Catholic Women’s Organization; Danylo Kulyk for delivering a Tribute on behalf of the family; Thank you for all the sympathy cards, words of comfort, phone calls, online tributes, flowers, food donations, charitable donations and Memorial Liturgy Donations. A special thank you to Trevor Watts and staff of Eternal Memories Funeral Service for your respectful and highly professional services. And most especially thanks be to Almighty God that our prayers be acceptable for the peaceful repose of the soul of the Servant of God Sylvia, and that she will inherit her heavenly reward for the fruits of her labour. Life Eternal in the Kingdom of Heaven!
HEISLER: Norbert John Heisler of St. Walburg passed away peacefully on January 13, 2017 at the age of 86, with his daughter, Romona by his side. Norbert was born on September 8, 1930 in Allan, Saskatchewan to Joseph and Katherine (Katie Doetzel) Heisler. While working in Valleyview, Alberta, Norbert met Julia Rice and they married on September 7, 1956. The next day they moved to their first home, Taylor Flats, B.C., where Dad was welding on the PGE railway bridge until its completion. Norbert and Julia then moved back to Livelong to help his Dad on the farm and see the birth of their first son, Larry. Shortly thereafter they moved to Fort St. John where he was employed with Tompkins Contracting with their second son, Joe being born. In 1962 they decided to move back to Livelong and make their home on the family farm 6 miles north of Livelong where they made their home until 1975. During this time Kevin and Romona were born and the family of 6 enjoyed all that farm life could offer. Winter months, Norbert would contract his welding expertise to oil production companies in the NWT and Arctic regions while Julie and the boys looked after the livestock until his return in the spring. As farming was always a passion for Norbert, he purchased the Roy Opsal farm by Livelong to continue working the land for a few more years. The farm was eventually sold and Norbert taught welding for Kelsey Institute of Applied Arts and Sciences throughout many communities of Saskatchewan, as well as welding at the Cluff Lake Uranium mine for Cameco for a number of years until layoffs retired his employment. Norbert and Julia then moved to St. Walburg to run his Welding and Repair business from 1987-1998. After this time, Norbert ran a mobile welding business until his health would no longer allow him to work as hard as he had all of his life. He finally retired in 2012. During Norbert’s life, he enjoyed many interests which include outdoor activities such as hunting, fishing, playing and watching softball, and community fairs as well as restoration of antique tractors, cats and cars. By far his biggest passion was music. Most of his life he played his bass fiddle and guitar with musical bands along side many various musicians across the north/central region for many occasions including weddings, New Year’s Eve parties and functions at the nursing homes for the old folks’ enjoyment. He was known for his honesty, love for his parents, his wife, Julia and family members. His old fashioned values for respect, honesty and hard work were taught and lived by each day of his life. Only quality work was his “Gold Standard.” Norbert was pre-deceased by: his parents, Joe and Katie; his son, Joseph William Heisler; and his grandson, Jonathan Clifford Heisler. Norbert leaves to cherish his memory: his wife, Julia; two sons, Larry (Ruth) of Saskatoon, and Kevin (Bev) of Livelong; his daughter, Romona (Terry) Moore of Warman; his 11 grandchildren; his 7 great-grandchildren; and his sister, Josephine (Vance) Dancy of Fort St. John, B.C. CARD OF THANKS We would like to thank all of our family, friends and neighbors for their support and caring during this time of grief. The food, flowers, visits and phone calls are all appreciated. Your thoughtfulness will never be forgotten. Julia Heisler & Family __________________________________________________
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ROSSETTE: Lorne Albert (“Budgie”) Rossette, March 26, 1951 - January 17, 2017. Surrounded by his children Lorne peacefully passed away in care at Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon, SK at the age of 65 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Georgina (Dolly) Rossette; four children: Jason Yazelle, Evan Rossette (Rene), Jodie Bourgonje (Robin) and Lisa Rossette (Dan); four grandchildren: Ashley Rossette, Brayden Reimer, Sydney Wouters and Keyano Yazelle and one great-granddaughter, Kaycee Rossette. Lorne will be greatly missed by his siblings: Delore Rossette (Bernice), Evelyn LaVallie, Myrtle Desmarais, Violet Ross (Lawrence), Maureen Ross (Carl), Colleen Keyko (Orest) and Bonnie LeBlanc as well as numerous nieces, nephews and other family. He was predeceased by his parents Charles and Bernadette Rossette and siblings Hubert Sayers, Delores Franchuk, and Lynn Rossette (nee: Kramer). In keeping with Lorne’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Those wishing to leave condolences for the family may do so at www.SallowsandMcDonald.com. The family has placed their trust for arrangements with Martine de Bussac Sallows and McDonald-Wilson and Zehner Funeral Home.
BURAK: Mrs. Jean Burak passed away Thursday, January 26, 2017 at River Heights Lodge, North Battleford, SK. Left to cherish her memory are her loving sons: Patrick (Susan) Burak of Debert, N.S. and James (Marion) Burak of Blaine Lake, SK – grandchildren and great-grandchildren; two sisters: Josephine Zarowny and Agnes (Henry) Tkatchuk of North Battleford, SK and their families. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 3, 2017 with the Vigil of Prayer at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 2, 2017 – both services from Notre Dame De Lourdes Roman Catholic Church. Interment will take place at the City of North Battleford Cemetery. Memorial donations are requested to the donor’s choice. Condolences can be sent to mail@battlefordsfuneralservice.com. Arrangements are entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service (306-446-4200) _________________________________________________________
STANSFIELD: Brenda Marie (nee Kobes) Stansfield, November 30, 1963 – January 2, 2017. On January 2, 2017, Brenda was taken from us far too soon after a brief battle with leukemia. Brenda will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by Husband Steve, Sons Jesse & Brett and Daughter Kelsie. Left to mourn her passing are her family; Parents Charlie & Yevonne Kobes, Siblings Dana (Laurie) - sons Dylan, Tyrel & Kassy, Michael (Pauline) - Daughter Ashley (Colin, Lily & Jayda), Son Jeremy & Jenn, Kevin (Karen) - Daughter Bailey (Jordan & Briar), Daughter Amber, Dwayne - children Brandi, Brent, Rebecca, Kelly (Marlisa) - Sons Terix, Aden & Jaks, Denelle (Regan) - children Isaak, Aryanna & Daxon. Steve’s Parents Bill & Lila Stansfield, Siblings Deanna (Grant) Kane & Brittany, Peter (Michelle) - Megan & Brent. As well as many relatives, neighbors and friends. The Memorial Service for Brenda was conducted from the Stockade Convention Centre, Lloydminster, Saskatchewan on Saturday, January 7, 2017 at 2:00 PM. It is the family’s wish that any contributions be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Canadian Downs Syndrome Foundation. Card of Thanks We would like to express our thanks for the support we received during Brenda’s illness and passing. Thanks to all the neighbors who brought meals and desserts , for all the cards, flowers, well wishes, donations and emotional support. Thank you to the Hillmond Hitmen, Lloydminster Classic Oilfield Bandits and Alcurve and Hillmond communities; words cannot express our gratitude. In addition, we express our thanks to Pastor Lee Patmore for conducting the lovely memorial service, to Lisa Blaquiere for her solo, to Ashley Sharp for doing the reading and to Denelle and Kent for presenting the eulogy. Steve, Jesse, Kelsie and Brett Stansfield Charlie and Yevonne Kobes and Family __________________________________________________ GABRUCK: In loving memory of Metro “Dick” Gabruck: Dick was born on October 5th, 1929 on the family farm in the Vawn District, Saskatchewan, and the youngest of 8 children. He met Jeanne in 1953 and married July 18th, 1955, and resided in Meota, Saskatchewan. Dad worked as a truck driver, and for Miners Construction. He bought the family farm from his father in 1973 and farmed full time. In 1956, Connie was born and in 1959, twin boys Larry and Terry joined the family. Dick loved fishing, hunting, snowmobiling, gardening and growing the most beautiful roses. He was hardworking and passionate about farming; never complaining about the long hours spent in the fields. He also raised pigs, chickens, and cattle. Dad sold the farm to Terry in 1986. In 1997 he retired to North Battleford, and had a little black dog join the family. Dad named him Buddy. After the passing of Jeanne, he became Dick’s lifelong partner and they were inseparable. Left to cherish Dick’s memory are his children Connie (Craig) Jack and Terry (Jodie) Gabruck; grandchildren Candice Mack (Jamie Becker), Ryan (Janine) Mack, Lance (Kathryn) Mack, Michael Jack, Tara (Mike) Foulds, Amy (Brendon) Read and Geordy (Michaela) Gabruck; 11 greatgrandchildren; sister Katie Ilnicki and sister in-law Elsie Gabruch. Dick is predeceased by his wife Jeanne Gabruck and infant son Larry; parents Nick and Mary Gabruck; brothers Michael, John and Bill (Cecile); sisters Annie (Pete) Wawrykowych, Pearl (Joe) Topolnicki and Rosie (Louis) Topolnicki; brother in-law Tony Ilnicki. Funeral services for Dick were held on Saturday, January 28th 2017 from the Chapel of Sallows & McDonald-Wilson & Zehner Funeral Home, North Battleford with Mrs. Joyce Salie officiating. Dick was laid to rest in the City Cemetery of North Battleford, SK. Condolences for the family may be left at www.SallowsandMcDonald.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Martine de Bussac of Sallows & McDonald-Wilson & Zehner Funeral Home.
OBITUARIES FARROW: Stanley Arthur “When someone you love becomes a memory, that memory becomes a treasure” Peacefully on Saturday, January 28, 2017 at Fiddick’s Nursing Home, Petrolia, Stanley Arthur Farrow passed away at the age of 89. Stan is survived by his wife Dorothy (King) Farrow; his beloved daughters Shirley (Lyle) Leckie of Alberta, and Sherry (Eric) Nixon of Forest; his grandchildren Lindsay (Cameron) Morrison, Steven (Erin) Leckie, Scott Leckie, Andrew Nixon, Briana Nixon (Brett) and Rebecca (Graham) Park; and his great-grandchildren Jaden and Danica Leckie and Hayden Park. Also survived by his siblings Margaret (the late Stan) Langthorne of Nova Scotia and Leonard (Ronda) Farrow of Saskatchewan, and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by his parents Arthur (1988) and Dorothy “Dolly” (1974). Cremation has taken place. Sympathy may be expressed through donations to the Juvenile Diabetes Association (cheques only at the funeral home please). Memories and condolences may be sent online at www.smithfuneralhome.ca ___________________________________________________ HAMEL: Mr. Laurent Hamel of Battleford, Saskatchewan and formerly of Edam, Saskatchewan passed away on Wednesday, January 18, 2017 in Battleford, Saskatchewan at the age of 92 years. Mass of Christian Burial took place on Tuesday, January 24, 2017 @ 11:00 a.m. from Christ the King Roman Catholic Church with Reverend Father Peter Passe M.S.P. officiating. Interment followed the service in the Edam Catholic Cemetery. Memorial donations in memory of Laurent may be directed to Masses or a Charity of the Donor’s choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium. For those wishing to leave a condolence you may do so at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca. Left to cherish his memory are his brothers and sisters; Yvonne Noel; Arthur (Helen) Hamel; RoseAnne (Maurille) Corbeil; Raymond Hamel; brother-in-law Leo Gratton; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife Florence; his parents Amede and Nalda Hamel; brothers Wilfred, Alfred, Phillipe, Paul, Louis, and Alec; his sisters Angele, Alice, Leona, and Clair; and sister-in-law Anne Hamel. Card of Thanks The family would like to thank the staff at Battleford District Care Centre for the great care of Laurent over the years, Reverend Father Peter Passe for celebrating his life at the Mass, to Marie-Ann Corbeil and the Choir from Jackfish, and to the ladies for serving the lunch. The Hamel family.
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CANADA BENEFIT GROUP - Attention Saskatchewan residents: Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government. Toll-free 1888-511-2250 or www.canadabenefit.ca/free-assessment
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS
In the Estate of PHOEBE ESTHER ROGERS, late of Mayfair, in the Province of Saskatchewan, homemaker, 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 6th day of March, 2017. DALE ROGERS Box 59 Mayfair, SK S0M 1S0 Executor
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APARTMENTS/CONDOS FOR RENT
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2 Executive Town Home’s on Foley Drive, One available immediately and the other available March 1st. Total Reno’s, No Pets, No Children. Call to view 306-2287940 or 306-481-2836.
BIRTHDAYS
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IN MEMORIAM
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Happy
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STELLA PERKINS
February 8 Love from your family
Mother In Disguise We have this beautiful Angel She lifts us with her wings She has no idea How much love she truly brings Thoughts of her brighten our days With smiles and many laughs She helps us to remember All the blessings that we have Her face we’ll always remember Her voice so soft and sweet The days we feel so sad Her wings lift us to our feet She’s always right beside us To help us do what’s right She hugs us in the morning And holds us throughout the night When tears fall down our faces
She gently takes our hand She wraps us up within her wings And comforts us the best she can This angel that is so pure & beautiful Is our Mother in Disguise She now lives in Heaven Far above the skies And in our hearts forever That’s where she’ll always be We’ll teach the young ones all about her So her beauty they too can see Keep us Mother within your reach Embrace us with your wings We can hear you Mother We can hear you sing
You are forever loved and missed and will never be forgotten. Your Children & Grandchildren Leon, Margie & family Rosie, Gord & family Monique & family Nicole & family Real, Angela & family Paul
REGISTRATIONS
PRE-K & KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION FRENCH
École Père Mercure 1881-99 St, North Battleford
Pre-K to Grade 12 French INVITES YOU to CLASSROOM
OPEN-HOUSE Wed & Thurs, 9 am – 12
Feb 8 - 9, March 8 - 9, Pre-K, 4 yrs, Full-Time, No Fee Kindergarten 5 yrs, Full-Time Speak French: Discover the World!
TEL: 306-445-2490 peremercure@cefsk.ca www.ecolepm.ca jlemire@cefsk.ca
LAND FOR SALE
FARMLAND WANTED NO FEES OR COMMISSIONS! SUMMARY OF SOLD PROPERTIES 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 Central - 219 1/4’s South - 100 1/4’s South East - 46 1/4’s South West - 65 1/4’s PURCHASING: SINGLE TO LARGE BLOCKS OF LAND. RENT BACK AVAILABLE Call DOUG 306-955-2266 saskfarms@shaw.ca
HOUSES FOR RENT
1&2 Bedroom Suites • Fridge, stove, washer, dryer • Some are air conditioned Rental rate: $650 to $1,200 per month Complete application: 1441 - 100th Street Or Phone 306-445-8571 or 306-441-0950
SUITES FOR RENT 2 bedroom basement suite for rent. 1632 101st street. Fridge and stove and W/D. References required. Call 306-446-8866 or 306441-1554.
FEED & SEED NORTH EAST PRAIRIE GRAIN INC. Currently Buying: Soybeans, Feed Barley, Wheat and Oats. OFFERING: Competitive Prices, On Farm Pickup & Prompt Payment! CALL: 1-306873-3551, WEBSITE: neprairiegrain.com NutraSun Foods Ltd of Regina wants to buy your Organic Hard Red Spring and Conventional Hard White Wheat. Please contact Abe Ens at 306-751-2440.
Buying/Selling FEED GRAINS heated / damaged CANOLA/FLAX Top price paid FOB FARM
Western Commodities 877-695-6461 Visit our website @
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HEATED CANOLA WANTED!! - GREEN CANOLA - SPRING THRASHED - DAMAGED CANOLA FEED OATS WANTED!! - BARLEY, OATS, WHT - LIGHT OR TOUGH - SPRING THRASHED HEATED FLAX WANTED!! HEATED PEAS HEATED LENTILS "ON FARM PICKUP" Westcan Feed & Grain 1-877-250-5252
AUTO MISCELLANEOUS Wrecking over 250 units... cars and trucks. Lots of trucks... Dodge... GMC... Ford... Imports... 1/2 ton to 3 tons... We ship anywhere... Call or text 306-821-0260. Lloydminster.
RENTALS & LEASES Land for Lease 137 acres of alfalfa to be cut and baled with the option that cattle can be grazed after, with remaining 20 acres of grass, pasture, water SW Sec 22 46 14 W3 RM of Round Hill For more information and Terms call: 446-2379 or 480-4145 All offers need to be submitted by February 28th 2017 to: 882-111th St. North Battleford, Sask. S9A 2K1
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CAREER TRAINING
COMING EVENTS
Beekeepers Wanted for the upcoming 2017 beekeeping season (April to November) in rural Battleford area. Wages start at $11.00/hr. Willing to train applicants, but experience would be an asset. Job requires heavy lifting, applicants must be physically fit and possess a good work ethic. Please reply to Stuhoney@yahoo.com or fax 306 937 2095, attention Stuart MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! Indemand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855768-3362 to start training for your work-at-home career today! Town of Foam Lake seeks to fill the position of: Chief Administrative Officer. Must have Urban Standard or Class “C” Certification and previous experience in municipal administration. For more information: foamlaketown@sasktel.net. 306-272-3359
Heavy Equipment Operator Program Receive Powered Mobile Equipment (PME) certification and learn heavy equipment operations through municipal projects and state-of-the-art CAT simulation training.
Access Communications Co-operative, formerly Little Loon Wireless Is proposing to construct a new antenna system at: Blk/Par BD, Plan 102116832 ext 0, Meota, SK
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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.
Fridays, January 20 - March 31
Tales and More at the North Battleford Library at 10:45 a.m. Come and enjoy 45 minutes of stories, rhymes and finger plays for ages 3 to 5 years.
Friday, February 3
Borden School Book Fair in the school gym from noon - 2:00 p.m.
Friday, February 3
Chickdee Songwriters Circle - Hosted by Doug Sylvester with special guests Jay Semko of the Northern Pikes & Dylan Sylvester. For more information call 306-445-6887 or email chickadee@sasktel.net. Proceeds going to The Light House of North Battleford.
Sunday, February 5
Borden Library Free Movie Matinee at the Seniors Room at 2:00 p.m. Snacks for sale.
Monday, February 6
is currently taking tender applications for
The LEASE of the Main Concession Booth in Atton’s Lake Regional Park
Please inquire for further information. The highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Please apply by written tender at Attons Lake Regional Park 104 Broad Street Box 12, Cut Knife, SK S0M 0N0 E-mail: attonsadmin@sasktel.net Please phone (306) 390-7374 for more information. Application deadline is 4:00 PM Friday February 24, 2017
Farmland For Sale By Tender
R.M. of Blaine Lake No. 434 Legal Description: Parcel #1 N 1/2 of NE Sec 17 Twp 44 Rge 06 W3 (LSD 15 & 16)* *Mineral rights held in the name of the vendor included. Parcel #2 S 1/2 of NE Sec 18 Twp 44 Rge 06 w# (LSD 9 & 10) Conditions of Offers:
Bad Art Night at the North Battleford Library at 7:00 p.m. A freestyle craft event for adults and teens. We’ll provide the ridiculous craft and art material, you make the bad art. Leave your good taste at home and let your creativity run free. The ‘worst’ peace of art will win a hideously tacky trophy and bragging rights.
Dinner&Auction Saturday March 4, 2017
Gold Eagle Event Centre
Tickets: $50.00 each
(includes host bar & guns and jewelry prize draws)
For tickets call
306-441-6725
or they can be purchased at the Ducks Unlimited Office 202-1301-101st Street
ZABAVA Let’s Party!
Fundraiser for the Ukrainian Catholic Parish of All Saints, North Battleford
Borden Museum’s Hot Roast Beef Lunch in the Senior’s Room from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Borden Museum’s annual meeting at 2:00 p.m.
Enjoy delicious Ukrainian food, great entertainment, a silent auction and dance to the sounds of Marko’s Music
Valentine Luncheon at St. Joseph Hall, 1942 - 96th Street from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Homemade soup, biscuit & dessert.
Where: Alex Dillabough Centre 421 - 28th Street W, Battleford, SK
Tuesday, February 7
Thursday, February 9 Friday, February 10
Free Legal Clinic for Alberta and Saskatchewan residents at the Provincial Court of Alberta, Provincial Building, 5124 - 50 Street, Lloydminster, Alberta from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Call toll free 1-877-314-9129 to book an appointment by Monday, February 6.
Saturday, February 11
Valentine’s Day Tea & Bake Sale at Battleford United Church at 2:30 p.m.
Saturday, February 11
Parks & Rec Board Bowling Tournament - Borden Action Bowl, 4 person teams, 45 minutes games. 8:00 a.m. and finals at 6:00 p.m. Call 306-997-2134 for information.
Tuesday, February 14
When:
Saturday Feb. 18, 2017
Cocktails: 5:00 pm | Supper: 6:00 pm Tickets: Adults $30.00 | Children (11-17) $20.00 Children (5-10) $10.00 | Children (under 5) FREE Cash Bar
Tickets available at Hudec Law Office 306-446-2555 or at Kardynal & Associates 306-446-0848
Borden’s Telemiracle Tea and Bake Sale in the Senior’s Room at 2:00 p.m. By donation.
Wednesday, February 15
Borden Cash Bingo in the Borden Senior’s Room at 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, February 15
Embark on a journey with Barbara Plews as she shares her travel stories from her visit to Normandy and Guernsey at the North Battleford Library at 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, February 18
Club 70 Dance - Harry Startup at the Royal Canadian Legion, 1352 - 100th Street, North Battleford from 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 p.m. Lunch service at 12:00 p.m. Everyone welcome.
Saturday, February 18
Green Screen Fun - Come and play with our new green screen and see yourself in ways you never imagined at the North Battleford Library from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. for all ages.
Saturday, February 18
2nd Annual Murray Lake Fishing Derby at Murray Lake. Registration from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. fishing from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. Tickets available at Whiterock Gas & Confectionery, Hwy 4 North, North Battleford 306-445-8444. Major prizes & 50/50 draws.
Tuesday, February 21
Kaiser Tournament in the Borden Senior’s Room at 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, February 25
1. All offers to be submitted on or before 3:00 p.m. on February 23, 2017 to:
Orolow Church Snowmobile Rally staring at 11:00 a.m. Call Peter at 306-9975703 for information.
Mathiason Valkenburg & Polishchuk Barristers & Solicitors 705 - 230 - 22nd Street E. Saskatoon, SK S7K 0E9 Attention: Calvin D. Ursaki
North Battleford Library Adult Book Club at the North Battleford Library from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Join us for a discussion of being mortal: medicine and what matters in the end by Atul Gawande.
2. Deposit cheque of 3% on the offered amount must accompany all offers. Cheques to be made payable to Mathiason Valkenburg & Polishchuk. Cheques will be returned to unsuccessful bidders. Highest or any offer not necessarily accepted. Offers may be submitted for either Parcel #1 or Parcel #2 or for both parcels. Persons submitting offers must rely on their own research and inspection of land and improvements as to condition and number of acres. No offers will be considered which are subject to financing. Successful bidders will be expected to conclude the transaction within 30 days of notification of acceptance of tender.
36th Annual Ducks Unlimited Canada
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
Thursdays, January 19 - March 30
Atton’s Lake Regional Park
COMING EVENTS
Community Events Calendar
LEGO Club at the North Battleford Library from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Join our Kids Lego Club where you can create, build and use your imagination. Lego provided.
TENDERS
For details on this proposal please visit: http://www.littleloon.ca/MEH Comments or concerns can be addressed by March 3rd, 2017 to: publicinquiries@littleloon.ca or MEH Public Consultation Access Communications 826 57th St E Saskatoon, SK S7K 5Z1
for more community events
Time for Tots at the North Battleford Library at 10:45 a.m. at the North Battleford Library. Come and enjoy 30 minutes of simple stories, rhymes and finger plays for ages 18 months to 3 years and their parents or caregivers.
Call (306) 242-5377 or visit greatplainscollege.ca for details.
NOTICES / NOMINATIONS NOTIFICATION OF PROPOSED ANTENNA SYSTEM
Wednesdays, January 18 - March 29
The program is offered in Warman from April 24 to June 2, 2017 and August 21 to September 29, 2017.
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Monday, February 27 Tuesday, February 28
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper in the Senior’s Room from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. - by donation. Hosted by Borden Anglican & United Church.
Saturday, March 4
Snowmobile Rally at the Borden Community Centre at 11:00 a.m. Chili lunch and ham supper. Sponsored by Radisson Senior Hockey Club. 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.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
JOB OPPORTUNITY Protection Worker
B.T.C. Human Services Corp. is seeking applications for a highly motivated individual who is willing to meet the challenges of Child Protective on Little Pine First Nation, Poundmaker Cree Nation and Lucky Man Cree Nation. In this position, you will be responsible for investigating allegations of neglect, physical or sexual abuse; assessing family function; determining risks to children’s safety; implementing intervention plans to address child protection issues; and providing support services to families. Must have experience in Structured Decision Making (SDM) tools. When necessary you will initiate court proceedings and work through this process with the family. You will be required to travel and work flexible hours. Must have BSW or BISW. Qualified applicants should contact B.T.C. Human Services Corp. P.O. Box 1426 North Battleford, Sk. S9A 3M1 E-mail: btchsc@sasktel.net or Fax: 306-445-5568 Deadline for applications is Wednesday, February 15, 2017. We thank all applications and wish to advise that only those individuals that have been selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Atton’s Lake Regional Park Cut Knife Elks No.380 are accepting applications for a
Swimming Instructor for Atton’s Lake Regional Park
The Red Cross Swimming program will run in July 2017. Deadline for applications is March 31/17. For more information contact David Bertrand at (306) 398-2714 or Rene Feser at (306) 398-2421. Please forward applications to: Cut Knife Elks Lodge No. 380 C/O David Bertrand Box 389 Cut Knife SK S0M 0N0
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The Resort Village of Aquadeo is currently seeking a motivated individual for the position of:
Acting clerk:
This position is to fill a maternity leave position starting May 1st. Applicants for this position should have their Standard Urban Certificate in Local Government Administration or have accounting and administrative skills learned from previous work experience and are willing to take the Local Government Administration course (can be taken by correspondence). Personal Asset Skills for this position are: ability to work independently and manage time, be detail oriented, have exceptional leadership qualities, superior communication, planning and accounting skills. Experience in Word/Excel, accounting packages, and Munisoft are all definite assets. If you are interested in this position please submit a detailed resume with references and salary expectations in confidence to the address listed below. Resort Village of Aquadeo Box 501, Cochin, SK S0M 0L0 Email to: aquadeoadmin@gmail.com Fax to: 1-306-386-2544 We thank all those that apply but only those applicants selected for an interview will be notified. Closing date for applications: When filled
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The Rural Municipality of Glenside No. 377 is currently accepting applications for the positions of
Grader Operator, Mower Operator and Casual Labour Grader experience preferred but may consider applicant with heavy equipment experience. Mechanical skills and a Class 1A driver’s license with air endorsement would be an asset. Initiative, ability to organize duties and time management skills are required. The Grader and Mower positions offer pension, health and dental benefits and disability coverage.
Please forward resumés including a minimum of 2 references, experience, driver’s abstract and salary expected by Feb. 7, 2017 to rm377@sasktel.net or mail to: RM of Glenside No. 377 Box 1084, Biggar, SK S0K 0M0
Full Time Position
There are a growing number of children in care in offreserve who require families. This program requires individuals with considerable knowledge of First Nations family systems and communities to conduct duties that are of direct benefit to the First Nations children in care offreserve under the responsibility of the Ministry of Social Services. The position identified will be located across the province working under the governance of the designed for individuals of aboriginal ancestry. The Assessor proposed will have a range of skills/experience in assessing and supporting families. QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor of Social Work Degree (or equivalent i.e. B.I.S.W.) (a certificate of Social Work may also be considered); • Should have experience in working with and supporting families; • Should have knowledge on child development and the impact of abuse and neglect, disability and other special needs, and attachment issues as it relates to matters in child welfare services; • Should have the ability to understand family dynamics (i.e strengths, deficits, ancestral clan trends, acceptance/ support from the community, etc.) conduct genogram/ family clan research, and possess good interviewing skills; • Criminal record Check (approved), Valid Driver’s License and Driver’s Abstract (approved); • Demonstrated knowledge and awareness of cultural diversity amongst aboriginal communities. Salary to commensurate with education and experience, as per B.T.C. Human Services Corp. salary grid. Closing date for applicants: Wednesday, February 15, 2017 Please submit or fax resumé with 3 professional references to: B.T.C. Human Services Corp. Executive Director Box 1426 North Battleford, SK Phone: 306-445-4149 Fax: 306-445-5568 email: btchsc@sasktel.net We sincerely appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Growth Without Limits, Learning For All
Now accepting applications for the following positions:
Teacher • Kerrobert Composite School - Grade 1 • Unity Public School - Pre Kindergarten • Unity Public School - Grade 1 Closing noon, Tuesday, February 7, 2017
Details and link to online applications can be found on our website at www.lskysd.ca. All applications must be submitted online. We are looking for Bus Drivers and Casual Caretakers for our rural locations! If you live near Cut Knife, Hafford, Spiritwood or Wilkie, we would love to talk to you. Training opportunities are available. Please call our office at 306-937-7972 for more information.
Atton’s Lake Regional Park
Thank you for your interest, only persons selected for interviews will be contacted.
RM of Turtle River No. 469 is seeking application for a
is accepting applications for
RM Foreman This is a FULL-TIME permanent position with benefits offered.
Park Manager Management duties include but not limited to all matters necessary to oversee maintenance staff and operation of campgrounds, maintenance of park grounds and services as necessary to leased cabin lots. Level Two Water Operator’s Certificate would be an asset, but not necessary for placement. Employment from mid April 2017 to mid October 2017.
A valid class 5 driver license is required, and a class 1A is an asset. Applicants must have road construction experience and experience operating graders, back hoe, and other equipment.
Golf Course Greens Keeper The successful applicant will be able to perform all tasks as necessary to efficiently maintain a nine hole grass greens course, care of equipment and overseeing of maintenance staff. Employment from early April 2017 to late October 2017.
The successful applicant will co-ordinate day to day operations and manage 5-7 employees. Good communications, leadership and record-keeping skills are required. Please submit a resumé with references to: Rural Municipality of Turtle River No. 469 Box 128 Edam, SK S0M 0V0 Fax (306) 397-2346 Email: rm469@sasktel.net Deadline for submission is February 13, 2017. For more information call: (306) 397-2311
JOB OPPORTUNITY One (1) Family Finder Assessor/Recruiter
Living Sky School Division No. 202
JOB OPPORTUNITY Family Enhancement Services Manager
B.T.C. Human Services Corp. requires a Family Enhancement Services Manager who will provide services to the B.T.C. Member bands by facilitating an increase in community resources. Goals are to be attained through eduction and awareness programming. He/she determine which services will best be able to meet the criteria set by the financial budget. Supervise and direct Family Enhancement staff, BTC Human Services Corp. Committees and volunteers. To compile data and present information on the team’s progress. Must have the ability to relate to First Nations children, youth and families. Have an understanding of the various issues within the communities of Little Pine First Nation, Poundmaker Cree Nations and Lucky Man Cree Nation. You will be required to travel and work flexible hours. Qualifications: BISW and 4 years working in human resources with First Nations Families. Candidate must live a healthy lifestyle and accepting of First Nations Culture. Qualified applicants should contact B.T.C. Human Services Corp. P.O. Box 1426 North Battleford, Sk. S9A 3M1 E-mail: btchsc@sasktel.net Fax: 306-445-5568 Deadline for applications is Wednesday, February 15, 2017. We thank all applications and wish to advise that only those individuals that have been selected for an interview will be contacted.
The above listed managerial positions are salaried and are considered full time on site working positions. All managers can expect to pick up extra shifts and some weekends throughout. Actual employment dates will be weather dependent. OTHER POSITIONS Golf Course Maintenance Workers - Full time positions Park Grounds Maintenance Workers – Full time positions Golf Course Concession Workers - Full and part time positions available for qualified individuals 19 years of age or greater from early to mid May 2017 to late August and some into mid October 2017, depending upon the position. Duties include, but are not limited to, telephone attendance, booking of tee times, checking in of golf patrons, meal preparation, service of food and beverages, collecting of fees. Sask Liquor and Gaming SIRS certification is required. Park Office Staff – Full and part time positions are available from mid-May to mid or late August & early September 2017. Preference will be given to mature individuals, 18 years of age or greater, who are willing and able to take on unexpected tasks as necessary and whom are able to multi task. Duties to include, but are not limited to, telephone attendance, booking of campsites on online reservation system, checking in campground patrons, relaying requests and issues to maintenance staff, administration and park overseer, booking of septic pump outs, collecting of fees and recording of daily revenues. Part time positions for gate attendance will be considered for the qualified applicants of lesser than 18 years of age. For all positions listed: Actual hours can be weather dependent and may be allotted in regards to individual suitability. Weekend and shift work will be required. Cleanliness and proper apparel while on duty is expected of all staff. Good communication skills and a hospitable nature will be definite assets to placement. Please indicate which position you are applying for and send a separate application if applying for more than one, indicating whether part time or full time and wage expected. Driver’s Abstracts are required and must be provided for maintenance positions. Some living quarters are available for Park Maintenance staff. As well staff campsites are available, on a 1st come 1st served basis, for individuals wishing to stay at the park. All positions are considered probationary for no less than 90 days and will require weekend & evening shifts. Please forward applications to: Atton’s Lake Regional Park 104 Broad Street Box 12, Cut Knife, SK S0M 0N0 Phone (306) 390-7374 Email: attonsadmin@sasktel.net Deadline for applications 4:00 PM February 24, 2017.
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At times, it’s too dark to see what you want Ed, my old neighbour from Saskatchewan, saw my face by way of Skype yesterday. He said, “If I knew you were looking that bad, I would have phoned instead.” My face does look red, raw and burned in spots. I will soon complete an eight-week treatment with cream that helps prevent the formation of skin cancer on parts of my face. Like many folks, I have had a couple of spots of skin cancer removed by surgery, and it is an on-going concern to prevent more. Thankfully, it has been manageable so far. I told Ed not to give up on me, as my face will heal again when the
treatment ends. It doesn’t take much to cause us to give up on others. Sometimes, it is because of the way they look, especially if they look contagious. Maybe it is the way they dress or how they act or speak. The colour of skin, hair, age, height or weight can result in a person being ignored or rejected. Thankfully, there are some people who never give up on others, even if they can no longer see them or can be certain where they are or if they are still alive. A case in point comes from the earthquake that devastated Armenia in 1989 killing 30.000 people. As soon as the
eighbourly Advice According to Ed
By Raymond Maher www.accordingtoed.com
revraymaher@accesscomm.ca
tremor stopped, a father raced to an elementary school to check on his son. The school had been leveled to a mass of stones and rubble. The father started to pull the rocks and rubble away with his bare hands in the area of his son’s classroom. Others came, but only the father kept
digging to find his son. He would not stop until he found him. A police officer encouraged the father to give up his search, but the father would not hear of it. The father continued to dig in the rubble for 36 hours, and by hour 38 it seemed his hands were so sore and raw he could not go on.
Miraculously as he struggled to pull another boulder, he heard his son’s voice. He called the boy’s name, and his son answered him. Not only was he able to free his son from his destroyed classroom but the rest of his class also. His son, trapped in the darkness of his classroom, kept telling his classmates that his dad would come for them. The darkness could not prevent the boy from having a bright and clear confidence in his father’s rescue. The father could not see his son for the rock and rubble covering him, but he would not stop digging to find him.
Light is so welcome when we are trapped in darkness. Some conditions like sickness, various diseases, severe pain, paralysis, blindness, deafness and death may keep us in the dark of hopelessness or helplessness. Large crowds flocked to Jesus because he brought them the light of healing to their physical conditions and their spirits as well. Everyone sees the need for healing the body. Jesus came to Earth to bring God’s cure, for sin and death, for our souls. The blood of Jesus purifies us from all sin if we claim it as our own.
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Reduce pesticide use by using barriers By Sara Williams
Saskatchewan Perennial Society
Most insect pests crawl, walk or fly to work. If you can interrupt their commute or make it more difficult with a barrier, they may not arrive, leaving your produce unmolested. Barriers come in many forms. They are easy to use, non-toxic and some are reusable. They are ex-
arden Chat cellent alternative tools in our efforts to reduce using synthetic pesticide. To maximize their effectiveness, it’s helpful to know your pest, its lifecycle, how it moves about and food preferences.
Row covers are one of the easiest and most popular barriers. They prevent mobile insects from landing and eating your fruits and vegetables, or from depositing eggs that eventually develop into larvae that will eat your produce. Row covers are made of lightweight synthetic fabric and are available in various lengths and widths. They are impenetrable to insects, but they
A fine netting prevents the imported cabbage worm moth from laying her eggs, that then hatch into voracious green caterpillars, on a cabbage crop. Photo by Sara Williams
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let light, air and water through. Cover plants that have a history of being attacked by insect pests right after seeding or transplanting and leave in place until harvest. Firmly secure the edges of the row cover with soil, boards, rocks, rebar or whatever is handy. It’s critical that insect pests cannot crawl under the cover. Row covers are effective against: • white butterflies (imported cabbageworm) that lay their eggs on cabbage, kale, broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, kohlrabi and other cole crops; • onion maggot flies that lay their eggs at the base of onions; • asparagus beetles that eat the spears as they emerge from the soil; • Colorado potato beetles that can decimate your potato plants; and • flea beetles that consume plants in the cabbage family. Do not use row covers on peppers. The constant movement in the wind is enough to gently rub off your plant’s growing points reducing flowers and fruits. Very fine mesh netting prevents insects from eating or laying eggs on dwarf fruit trees and bushes. Ensure that the mesh size you select is suitable as some of these insects are small. Fine mesh netting is effective against: • cherry fruit fly, an occasional pest of dwarf sour cherries; • apple maggot on apple
trees; • currant fruit fly on currants and gooseberries; • saskatoon bud moths and saskatoon sawflies on saskatoon berries; and • tarnished plant bugs (lygus bug) that attack raspberries, saskatoons and strawberries Check row covers and netting periodically for holes. When not in use, store them in a dry place, out of sunlight. Most should last for a few growing seasons. Snagged pantyhose, with their flexible nature, allows for expansion as vegetables develop. If the European corn borer has been a problem, cover developing ears to prevent entry. Place plant collars (purchased or homemade) around individual transplants to prevent cutworm damage. Collars should be wide enough to contain the young plant without crowding it, and tall enough to be inserted five centimetres into the soil with 15 ccentimetres above the soil. Juice cans, coffee cans or milk cartons (with their tops and bottoms removed) are suitable options. Tarps or mats placed under fruit bushes prevent larvae (that develop in the fruit and then fall to the ground still within the fruit) from entering or leaving the soil, thus interrupting their life cycle. This is widely practiced in Europe. Mats for individual vegetable transplants can
be about 20 centimetres square with a diagonal cut made from the edge to the centre where the stem comes through. Lay them flat around the stems of susceptible plants. Commercially available mulch rolls, made from fabric, recycled paper or other products, can be cut to size as required. Homemade mats can be made of heavy paper or rubber carpet underlay. Tarps and mats are effective against: • cherry fruit fly - place on the soil in early spring to prevent the adults from emerging; • fruit gall midge - lay tarps below bushes in early July to interrupt pupation; and • onion maggot flies – at planting to prevent eggs laid at the base of onions, garlic, leeks, shallots Sara is the author of Creating the Prairie Xeriscape, and, with Hugh Skinner, Gardening Naturally; Trees and Shrubs for the Prairies, and Groundcovers & Vines for the Prairies. Expect Fruit for Northern Gardens with Bob Bors in November, 2017. — This column is provided courtesy of the Saskatchewan Perennial Society (www.saskperennial.ca; hortscene@ yahoo.com; www.facebook.com/saskperennial). Check out our Bulletin Board or Calendar for upcoming garden information sessions, workshops, tours and other events.
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Canada’s snow queen Gabrielle Pleau (1920-2000) Competitive skier Around the beginning of the 20th century, skiing as recreation and sport was brought to Canada, with the very first ski resort established in Ste. Marguerite, Quebec, in 1917. © Canadian Ski Hall of Fame Not too far away, in the town of Loretteville, Gabrielle Pleau was born in 1920. One of four girls, she was raised almost exclusively by her widowed mother. Unlike her sisters, Gabrielle—more commonly called Gaby by those who knew her—was captivated by sports and athletics and was the only girl in her community to play hockey and baseball with the boys. In 1930, she entered her first cross-country ski race and thereby established her lifelong passion for the sport. As a teen in the 1930s, Gaby began to compete in Nordic and alpine skiing events throughout Quebec. She was the woman’s champion in many downhill and cross-country events, and her reputation as an athlete of note began to rise. In the 1940s, she ventured out of province to attend skiing races in Ontario, Vermont and New York, in addition to partaking in numerous events at home. Frequently she placed as one of the top three contestants and was given the moniker “Snow Queen of the 1940s.” In 1946, Gaby won the Great Divide Classic in Banff, qualifying her to be a member of the ski team for the 1948 Olympics. However, fate intervened and her Olympic prospects were dashed when a week later she incurred a severe injury during a race in California. Her right leg was fractured in eight places and her skiing career came to an abrupt end. However, she remained involved with the sport in a number of other ways. In her home province she established the Saint Castin Woman’s Ski Club and School, and at a national level, she served on the Canadian Amateur Ski Association. Additionally, Gaby was a member of a several international organizing committees for World Cup events. She toiled to promote women’s skiing and was an ambassador for the sport that garnered sponsors and inspired competitors, including Olympic gold medalist Nancy Greene. At the age of 80, Gabrielle Pleau passed away and was survived by two children. Her contributions to skiing are memorialized and today both a park in her hometown and a popular ski trail at Le Relais ski resort in Quebec bear her name.
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CANADA’S NORWEGIAN COMMUNITY Roughly 500 years before Columbus reached the shores of America, Icelandic Norsemen established the first European settlement at L’Anse aux Meadows in northern Newfoundland. These first Norwegian immigrants were only in the New World for a few short decades before their colony dissipated. According to the 2011 National Household Survey, there are 452,705 Norwegian-Canadians currently living in Canada. The majority of them are descendants of immigrants who settled in Canada from 1886 to 1930. Many from this group became homesteaders, while others were involved in the lumber industry. While most of these immigrants came directly from Norway, as many as one-third arrived in Canada by way of the American Midwest. Substantial communities sprung up in Alberta and British Columbia and these provinces hold the highest concentrations of Norwegian-Canadians today. Musician Joni Mitchell may be the most well known Canadian of Norwegian decent, but other recognizable individuals include Paralympic athlete and philanthropist Rick Hansen, skier Anne Heggtveit, politician Colin Hansen and inventor Peter Norman Nissen. The majority of Norwegian-Canadians are well educated and they’ve made meaningful contributions to Canadian culture in many spheres including in the arts, sciences, athletics, politics and business. Norwegian-Canadians primarily speak English, but there is a growing interest among them in exploring their roots. Norwegian language classes are available and ethnic clubs promote tours to Norway so descendants can explore their heritage. These clubs also host social events and other activities.
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