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All municipal councils in the province are subject to the same rules. For more on this story please turn to Page 3. This year’s Wounded Warriors Weekend, hosted at the Don Ross Centre Nov. 5, raised approximately $48,000 according to organizers. The total included a matching donation of $5,000 from Scotia Bank. A total of $10,000 was raised the evening of the event. For more please turn to Page 24.

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Tougher disclosure statements in effect Province enacted new legislation on municipal election day By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Stringent public disclosure requirements are now in effect in the City of North Battleford. A resolution passed council Monday for public disclosure statements to be provided to members of city council, the city manager, the solicitor and city auditor. All members of council have received public disclosure statement forms, all of which are to be filed with the city clerk within 30 days of being elected. It’s a procedure authorized under section 116 of the Cities Act. Currently, the requirement covers elected officials, but the intention is to extend the requirement in the City’s Employee Code of Ethics, which would require other City staff to make the same type of disclosure. That is expected to come to council in the next couple of months, City Manager Jim Puffalt said

at the meeting. Mayor Ryan Bater told reporters that he had submitted his own public disclosure statement earlier in the day. The disclosure forms have more rigorous requirements than those previously in effect, in line with provincial legislation. “It’s new legislation that the province enacted, actually, on election day,” said Bater. “All municipal councils across the province are required to disclose additional public information. The idea of a public disclosure form isn’t new. It’s existed in previous councils. What makes this one new is it doesn’t just include the elected official, it includes immediate family. Previously, an elected official would disclose their employer, disclose land holdings within the municipality and now we disclose those items of information for our spouses if one is married, and dependant children as well.” The information will

be made available to the rest of council and to the public. According to Director of Legislative Services Debbie Wohlberg,

River Valley and Destination Battlefords boards, at which point Bater declared a conflict of interest and left the meeting.

There’s an ever-growing need for more disclosure on the part of elected officials. - Mayor Ryan Bater

members of the public can request a copy. The one obvious conflict of interest Mayor Bater has is in relation to his employment with Destination Battlefords, a relationship that has forced Bater to recuse himself from council votes involving that organization in the past. It happened again Monday night, when an item came up about appointments of council members to the Battlefords

It fell to Deputy Mayor Kevin Steinborn to chair the meeting during that discussion. After council approved the appointments of a two-year term to the Battlefords River Valley Board of Kelli Hawtin and Greg Lightfoot, and

Kent Lindgren to the Destination Battlefords board, Bater returned to council chambers for the rest of the meeting. In speaking to reporters afterwards, Bater noted that was an example of how they deal with conflicts of interest. “I declared the conflict, I left the meeting, so I took myself out of the discussion, wasn’t part of it, and I still don’t know what was discussed,” said Bater. The changes and tougher disclosure requirements were sparked as a result of what transpired in the RM of Sherwood, where Reeve Kevin Eberle was removed from office over conflict of interest issues. The Town of Battleford had also brought in more stringent requirements this

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Let’s see what Trump the businessman can accomplish Dear Editor Before the presidential election in the United States, Mike D’Amour, who is strongly anti-Trump, bet me $5 that Trump would not win. Trump won! I now have Mike D’Amour’s $5. It came wrinkled and crumpled. I could see Mike did not want to give up his $5. I liked Trump from the beginning. He is a businessman and he never apologizes. Most politicians, at one point or another, give out an apology if they think it’s needed and it comes across as shallow and insincere. Trump managed to alienate everyone, Mexican, Hispanic, Black and especially women. To win the election Trump had to fight the media, who brought up every speck of dirt from the past on him, he had to defeat the big money Democrats and he had to fight the people in his own party, the Republicans. It is nothing short of a miracle that he won. My hat is off to him. The day after the election there were still anti-Trump protests in the streets. Female commentators on television, who were all anti-Trump, mouths in hard, grim lines, brought up how terrible things were going to be. They are not. Trump is a businessman. You can see he has modified his approach. He is smart enough to surround himself with good people. Things will be different and hopefully life will be better for the average working American. The bottom line here is the people have spoken and the people are never wrong. Hate Trump if you must, but let us wait and see what he can get done. Victor Hult Lloydminster

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Lest we forget Dear Editor Apparently the United States voter has forgotten. President-elect Donald Trump has tapped into animal instincts that we all have but, as humans, we are expected to reason and control. The question in the United States now is, “Has control been lost?” The next four years will be a difficult term. I hope we and the United States survive the experience and learn lasting lessons.  Thank God our ancestors came to Canada.  Ken Parohl Paynton

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Selling off 49 per cent of gov’t revenue makes no sense Dear Editor In 2012, Crown Corporations, SaskTel, SaskPower, SaskEnergy, SGI, Sask. Gaming and ISC, earned $524.9 million in profits and returned $325.5 million in dividends to government coffers. From 1987 to 2011 the same group of Crowns (minus Sask. Gaming) earned $6.771 billion, with $4.852 billion going to general revenue. Premier Brad Wall’s proposed legislation that would allow him to sell up to 49 per cent of any crown, means 49 per cent of those dividends would now go into the hands of the private investors. This shortfall would then have to be made up by you and me. Selling off 49 per cent of any crown and still calling it a public utility is a lot like saying one is “a little bit pregnant.” The Crowns have continually added to government coffers to benefit all people in Saskatchewan. Yet, when Wall is asked to “come clean” on his privatization plans all he does is deny, deny, deny. The Sask. Party has continually bungled the provincial budget by cutting taxes for the rich to appease their friends, robbing the Crowns of their dividends, thus

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Keystone XL looks a lot more likely now Well, I guess I get to eat some crow for breakfast this morning. Just a few hours ago, around 2 a.m. Saskatchewan time, Donald Trump was declared winner of the United States presidential election. When people have asked me what I thought of the idea of Trump winning, I would respond that a guy named Adolf was also elected. That has been my biggest concern – that his statements about Mexicans and Muslims echoed 1930s statements about Jews in Germany. Hopefully these concerns are unfounded. However, when it comes to the Canadian oil patch, Trump’s the guy. My mind keeps going

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Association 2012 Columnist of the Year back to that astonishing day in May, the day when he was confirmed as the Republican candidate for president. I got a chance to ask him a couple questions on the key foreign policy issue Canada had with the United States for several years. Would he approve the Keystone XL pipeline, and would he invite TransCanada to build it? His response, in part, was, “I’m saying, yes,

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absolutely, we’ll approve it. But I want a piece of the profits, because we’re making it happen through eminent domain and other things. I want a piece of the profits for the United States. That’s how we’re going to make our country rich again, just one way out of thousands, but that’s how we’re going to make our country rich again and how we’re going to make America great again. You understand what I’m saying?” At this point, I was looking at the future president of the United States, eyeball-to-eyeball, about 15 feet away. My heart was going a mile a minute. I then followed up with a question about TransCanada’s proposed Upland Pipeline, part of the Energy East proposal, which would allow North Dakota oil to be exported into Canada, shipped eastward for either Canadian consumption or export via a port at Saint John, N.B. A remarkable exchange followed. Not familiar with it, he asked me, as a reporter, if I liked the idea. I said I love the idea. He said he wasn’t familiar with it, but his bias would be to approve it. You can bet oil baron Harold Hamm, who was standing beside him and Trump had name dropped significantly just minutes earlier, explained to Trump while walking down the hallway to the

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in North America to the extreme. If he hangs on for two terms, we could see North American energy independence. For the energy industry, which I report on, and am a part of, Trump was the best thing that could happen. Hopefully, for Mexicans and Muslims, he’s not the worst thing. — Brian Zinchuk is editor of Pipeline News. He can be reached at brian. zinchuk@sasktel.net.

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Here is a rundown of some of the other highlights from the Nov. 14 council meeting in North Battleford: City council has awarded its tender for capital financing of projects. An RFP for capital financing had been issued through SaskTenders for two projects — the Carlton Trail Road and signal upgrades for $950,000 and leisure facility improvements for $550,000. It came down to two proposals from the Royal Bank of Canada and the Bank of Montreal and Monday, council accepted administration’s recommendation to go with the Royal Bank of Canada. Their tender offer was of a 25-year interest rate swap and a 20-year bankers’ acceptance for an all-in fixed interest rate for 20 years at 2.71 per cent. But Director of Finance David Gillan asked for some latitude on that last point, due to market fluctuations following the election of Donald Trump as president of the United

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States. Gillan explained that Trump’s election resulted in short-term volatility in equities, and a spike in the cost to long-term borrowers. The sentiment on Bay Street and Wall Street, he said, is that Trump “will borrow and he will spend, and inflation will come and interest rates will go up.” “So long-term borrowing is more expensive,” said Gillan. The rate had moved from 2.71 per cent before election day to 3.18 per cent as of Monday. Gillan adjusted his recommendation to ask for flexibility to contract at an all-in rate not to exceed 3.4 per cent, as opposed to three per cent which was the original recommendation. Administration’s recommendation was carried unanimously. In other news: During the announcements and inquiries portion of the meeting, Councillor Kelli Hawtin asked about when construction would start for the new downtown cinema and also the new hotel development. City Manager Jim

Puffalt and Director of Business Development Jennifer Niesink said construction would begin in the spring for the cinema. It is slated to be a 10-month project. As for the new Comfort Inn and Suites hotel on Carlton Trail, construction is already underway and should be complete by September of 2017. Councillor Don Buglas asked about street cleaning and whether they were still able to do so. Director of Operations Stewart Schafer said the street sweeper was out that day and would continue to stay on the streets as long as it did not freeze. The sweeper uses a tank of water and “as long as we keep that from freezing, we will keep on sweeping.” In new business Holm Raiche Oberg has been appointed as city auditor for the year end Dec. 31, 2016. In proclamations, Mayor Ryan Bater has proclaimed the week of Nov. 19-27 as Sask. Multicultural Week in the city of North Battleford. The next council meeting is scheduled for Nov. 28.

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The president and CEO of North West College was at the Battlefords Rotary Club Monday to familiarize members about the activities of the educational institution. Tavia Laliberte was there to speak about what the college offers to students and some of its initiatives. In her presentation, Laliberte explained that this past year the college served 2,265 students, including 89 new Canadians from 21 communities, including 11 First Nations. Some 59 per cent of its programs are adult basic education, with 35 per cent skills training for certificates and diplomas, and six per cent university training. “Workplace exposure has been a big part of our strategy at the college,” Laliberte said. Last year there were 123 work placements with more than 300 differCheck out The Battlefords RCMP Daily Report on our website at

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ent employers. NWC’s signature event is Try a Trade and last year 1,200 students took part, as they surveyed career opportunities at various booths. The college’s programming footprint covers a wide area of the Northwest, including North Battleford and Meadow Lake, where campuses are located. Laliberte also spoke about programs being piloted at the college as part of a strategic plan. One is a Leadership Development Program, which includes one-to-one partnering, sponsoring students to attend external conferences, the facilitating of internal group activities and leadership workshops, and the cultivating of community-based initiatives. Another initiative is diversified program delivery tailored to meet student needs. This included a Level 3 pilot program at the college in which students learned how to run a business. Laliberte said that particular program has been successful, with an eight to 10 per cent increase in student retention and a 36 per cent decrease in attendance issues. Laliberte noted the college has been impressed

with the interest and the participation level of the students involved in the pilot project. “They really rely on each other to be accountable,” Laliberte said, “which is pretty impressive to see at that Level 3 academic range.” One of the future initiatives they want to see is a new campus. Laliberte notes space has been an issue at the existing North Battleford location, which adjoins the high school. “There’s really good reasons with the demographics that we serve,” said Laliberte about that idea. A couple of major events are planned for the college. The first is their scholarship awards ceremony Friday at 10 a.m., celebrating student achievements. In June will be the graduation ceremonies and the keynote speaker has been lined up for the North Battleford ceremony. Rick Lewchuk grew up in North Battleford and went on to be senior vice-president of Creative Services for CNN Worldwide. The college moved towards a more traditional graduation ceremony last year, when Brett Wilson was the keynote speaker.

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Sponsor for breakfast and photos with Santa Staff Fisher’s Drug Store is the sponsor of the Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation’s Festival of Trees Breakfast and Pictures with Santa taking place Sunday, Dec. 4 starting at 9 a.m.. Fisher’s Drug Store has been a sponsor of BUH Foundation’s Festival of Trees since it started in 1996. The festival is taking place at the Dekker Cen-

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with face painting and a Stories and Songs for a Sparkling Season show. Doors open at 9 a.m. and admission is $2 per person or child. Breakfast is available for the first 500 people. Pictures with Santa are from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and Lorer’s face painting and performance starts at 9:15 a.m. For further information about the Festival of Trees please call BUH Foundation at 306-446-6652.

A major business based in the Battlefords area has been sold. Ritchie Bros. has announced it has acquired Kramer Auctions, an acquisition that, according to a news release, is expected to “significantly strengthen Ritchie Bros.’ penetration of Canada’s agricultural sector and add key talent to our Canadian ag sales and operations team.” The deal closed Nov. 15, and includes the agricultural and real estate auction service. Kramer Trailer Sales was not part of the deal and the Kramer family retains ownership. Terms have not been disclosed. Kramer Auctions has been operating since 1949 and built its reputation on a focus on the agricultural sector. According to the news release issued Tuesday, the family-owned business has conducted an estimated 100 auctions a year for farm equipment, real estate, livestock and industrial and commercial equipment. Of those, around 75 onthe-farm auctions, four onsite auctions and eight bison auctions are held each year. In the past year, more than CA$60 million of agricultural equipment, real estate

and other assets were sold. While the business is being sold to Ritchie Bros., the Kramer Auctions brand is not going away. Ritchie Bros. states they intend to retain it, at least for now. As well, Ritchie Bros. intends to lease Kramer’s permanent auction site in North Battleford from the Kramer family for the foreseeable future. The leadership team at Kramer – Neil Kramer, Kim Kramer, Brendan Kramer and Michael Higgs — have agreed to join Ritchie Bros. and will continue overseeing auctions under the Kramer brand. All fulltime employees of Kramer Auctions have been offered the opportunity to stay on as well. “My wife Monica and I, our family, and the Somerville family are all very excited to be joining the Ritchie Bros. team,” said Neil Kramer, president of Kramer Auctions. “We’ve respected the growth and interest Ritchie Bros. has developed in the agricultural space over the last 15 years, and believe we can offer our customers even greater value by blending our expertise of seamless farm auctions, with Ritchie Bros.’ leading technology and reach of international bidders. I look

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Community involvement key to rural policing: RCMP CO Staff Saskatchewan RCMP’s new commanding officer, Curtis Zablocki, addressed delegates at the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM) mid-term convention in Saskatoon last week. Assistant Commissioner Zablocki, who was born and raised in rural Saskatchewan, talked about addressing the rural policing challenges in the province, including how the RCMP polices vast areas with growing demands and does it with finite resources. He said he believes the answer lies in having communities play a role in their policing. “Crime reduction and

Crime reduction and prevention must be based in community engagement and mobilization. - Assistant Commissioner Curtis Zablocki prevention must be based in community engagement and mobilization,” he said. Zablocki encouraged rural municipalities to work with the RCMP and participate in programs such as Rural Crime Watch. “The safety of Saskatchewan people, along with the safety of our members, is always paramount in our minds.” Zablocki said the RCMP

continually monitors and reviews resource levels in relation to demands for service, while engaging in ongoing discussions with our contract partners, to deliver the most effective and efficient police service possible. Zablocki has been a member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police for more than 26 years. Prior to taking over as commanding officer at

F Division, he served as deputy criminal operations officer at K Division (Alberta). In this role he held responsibility of oversight for all operational policing matters in relation to general duty policing for the RCMP in Alberta, as well as the Traffic Program, Provincial Support Services, Aboriginal Policing, Forensic Identification Services, the Critical Incident Program, the Operational Communications Centre Program and Community Policing. Zablocki began his career in law enforcement after graduating from the University of Alberta in Edmonton with a bachelor’s degree in criminology. He took official command of F Division on Sept. 6.

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City Council appts. made By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Members of North Battleford city council now know their new roles. A list of appointments to two-year terms was approved by council at their meeting Monday night, the first one of the 201620 term in which council business was conducted. They are as follows: Mayor Ryan Bater has been appointed to the BATC Community Development Corporation board. Councillor Greg Lightfoot is appointed to the Battlefords Handibus, North Battleford Public Transit, Downtown Business Improvement District and Battlefords River Valley boards. Councillor Kevin Steinborn has been appointed to the Concern for Youth and SAGE boards. Councillor Don Buglas has been appointed to the Leisure Services Advisory Committee and Dekker Centre and 2018 Winter Games boards. Councillor Kelli Hawtin has been appointed to the Leisure Services Advisory Board and Battlefords River Valley Board. Councillor Len Taylor has been appointed to the Jackfish Lake Watershed Association, Lakeland Library Region, North Battleford Library and North Battleford Golf and Country Club boards. Continued on Page 13

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SaskBooks Book Picks

The Aboriginal Rock Paintings of the Churchill River By Tim E.H. Jones Published by Saskatchewan Archaeological Society Review by Keith Foster $21.00 ISBN 9780969142065 When Tim Jones saw his first rock paintings on Kipahigan Lake in northern Saskatchewan in 1964, he was both puzzled and fascinated. The subject of his master’s thesis, studying these paintings became his lifelong passion. The Aboriginal Rock Paintings of the Churchill River is the second printing of a book originally published in 1981 based on Jones’s thesis. By the time it went out of print in 2005, it had become a “best seller,” having sold more copies than any other book dealing with Saskatchewan’s archeological past. According to Jeff Baldwin, presi-

dent of the Saskatchewan Archaeological Society, the book remains “the main published resource on the ancient rock art of Saskatchewan’s north.” In his preface, Jones points out the importance of this study. “Rock art is the most widely spread, diverse and ancient of all human creative endeavours.” In learning about past artists and their worlds, we learn more about our own world and our current culture. These rock paintings depict a variety of subjects, primarily humanlike figures, thunderbirds and snakes. Tobacco pipes, rings, crosses, bird tracks, beavers and human faces with eyes and mouths are also depicted. Getting to these paintings isn’t easy. All of the sites are along the Churchill River in north-

Council appointments Continued from Page 12 Finally, councillor Kent Lindgren has been appointed to the Table Mountain Regional Park, Destination Battlefords and Dekker Centre for the Performing Arts boards. In addition to these appointments, the rotation has been set for deputy mayor appointments and

those are in order of finish in the municipal election. The rotation has Steinborn serving as deputy mayor in November and December, Hawtin in January-February, Taylor for March-April, Buglas in May and June, Lightfoot in July and August and Lindgren for September and October.

ern Saskatchewan and Manitoba, reachable only by canoe. Getting supplies and equipment in can be a logistical nightmare. Wilderness experience or a competent aboriginal guide is essential. It’s difficult to determine the age of these paintings because carbon dating would require extracting too much paint, which would damage the paintings. Fortunately, a new method is being developed that may allow analysis of a sample “the size of a dust speck.” Over time, some of the paintings have eroded and will continue to be eroded by water seepage and rain.

Others have been damaged by vandals chipping away at them or scratching their initials in the formations. One site will be inundated by water from a proposed dam reservoir.

In spite of the wealth of information provided in this study, more research could be undertaken. For instance, what makes the pigments in the rock paintings so bright? Jones puts forth several theories in his book. The Aboriginal Rock Paintings of the Churchill River is illustrated with 22 colour photos, just a sampling of these paintings and their settings. Fortyone figures reproduce the paintings at their various sites. Many of the images are faded or incomplete, but most of these reproductions replicate the red ochre colour of the originals.

In addition to a list of reference materials and three appendices, this book has two tables and five maps of the Precambrian Shield, otherwise known as the Canadian Shield. “The rock paintings of the Churchill River are a wonderful gift we have inherited from our predecessors,” Jones writes. His hope, and the aim of the Saskatchewan Archaeological Society, is to promote respect for this art form and preserve these paintings for all to enjoy far into the future. — These books are available at your local bookstore or from www. skbooks.com

Ceremony of Touching By Karen Shklanka  Published by Coteau Books  Review by Shelley A. Leedahl  $16.95 It’s gratifying to possess some knowledge of where, both literally and metaphorically, a poet is writing from. The first piece in B.C. poet, doctor and dancer Karen Shklanka’s second book of poetry, which originated as her master’s thesis, is a touchstone. It introduces us to “the wounded soul of a doctor” who

finds repose on Salt Spring Island among the “scent of salted forest, wrap of humidity/from logs returning to earth and reassurance/ from thickets of salal flowers cupped in prayer.” It’s a strong, unique and elemental premise. In many ways I feel this seven-sectioned book is not unlike one long prayer, or at least a meditation. Meditation upon one’s profession, personal relationships, nature and human nature, how “everything is connected,” and upon the atrocity of

the atomic bombing of Hiroshima. The section that recounts the historical event (from a fictional tail gunner’s perspective (I’m thankful for the poet’s extensive notes on the poems) is titled Flight Log, and it’s no small deal that it was long-listed for the CBC Poetry Prize. More interesting to me, however, are the numerous poems in which one can almost feel the poet’s personal grappling about the here and now. Shklanka makes excellent poetry of her personal

life and her profession, and she doesn’t shirk from the stereotype of doctors as gods: “We have important things to do/and we will fit them into time’s tight dresses.”

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Regulations designed to keep hunters safe By Lindsey Leko With hunting season now in full swing, it is a good idea to discuss some of the safety issues related to hunting in Saskatchewan. Hunting regulations are common sense and nothing in this column should be a surprise. Regulations are put in place to ensure safety for the hunter themselves, as well as, the general public. Firearms: For the purposes of hunting in Saskatchewan a firearm includes a rifle, shotgun, pellet gun, air gun, pistol, revolver, spring gun, longbow or crossbow. Most know it is unlawful to carry a loaded firearm in a vehicle, yet it seems to be one of the offences that officers deal with the most during the fall season. If a loaded firearm in a vehicle is an offence, then shooting from a vehicle including an ATV or snow machine is also an offence. If you are one of the more traditional types who likes to hunt with a horse, remember that it is also unlawful to carry a loaded firearm on that horse. Many bad situations can occur when you carry a firearm loaded in a vehicle, so have it unloaded while in your vehicle. Hunting safety: Knowing when and where to shoot is an important step to safe hunting. Ask any person living in rural Saskatchewan how they feel about someone who shoots too close to their home. It is not normally a

favourable response. Shooting around occupied buildings, a stockade or corral is not allowed and is inconsiderate to those inside the building. So, unless you have the owner’s permission, you must be a minimum of 500 metres away from an occupied building or corral when you pull the trigger. The animal you shoot at also has to be 500 metres from that occupied building or corral. Remember point five in the 12 Commandments of Firearm Safety, which is to make sure of your target and beyond. A high-powered rifle has a dangerous range of more than four kilometres, so be sure the area beyond your target is clear of people, livestock, roads and buildings. We get lots of questions regarding hunting colours and what you are required to wear when hunting. The best way to look at it is, what are you licensed to hunt at that time? So having said that, let’s look at Oct. 1 in Zone 18 as an example. On Oct. 1, there is a draw rifle moose season (rifle, bow, muzzle loader, shotgun and crossbow), a white-tailed deer season (bow, muzzle loader and crossbow), upland and migratory bird. If you have a licence to hunt whitetailed deer with a muzzle loader, you can wear camo even though there are people out there hunting moose with a rifle. When you must wear colours is in a designated

CO Lindsey Leko rifle season, much like the white-tailed deer season that opens Nov. 20. If you are hunting moose and white-tailed deer during a designated archery, muzzleloader, crossbow season, then you can be in camo. If you are hunting moose with a rifle, then you have to be in colours. In summary, if you are hunting with a rifle, accompanying a person who is hunting with a rifle or are hunting in a designated rifle-only season, you must wear lawful hunting colours. Lawful hunting colours include a vest of scarlet, bright yellow, blaze orange or white, or any combination of these colours or a high-visibility safety garment with CSA label stating CAN/CSA Z96. As well, as headwear (hat or toque) of scarlet, bright yellow or blaze orange must be worn. I recommend you wear

nying a big game hunter must also be dressed in the legal colours or blaze orange, red, white, yellow or any combination, and be wearing a hat of any of those colours except white. Even if your spouse has no desire to get out of a vehicle, they still have to be wearing the right colours. Is it legal to shoot from a road in Saskatchewan? It is unlawful to shoot along or across a highway or municipal road. This definition also includes shooting from a road. You may shoot from the ditch (one step off the road itself) provided you are shooting away from the road, it is safe to do so, you are properly licensed and you have access to the land on which the game is located. This regulation applies to all highways in the province as well as to all municipal roads as shown on the most recent version of the Saskatchewan Official Road Map. Can I use electronic calls for big game or twoway radios? Use of electronic calls for hunting big game is completely legal, as is the use of two-way radios while hunting or pushing bush. Are crossbows legal for hunting in Saskatchewan? Yes, crossbows are legal to use in Saskatchewan. In the Regina/Moose Jaw, Saskatoon and Prince Albert WMZs, a crossbow can be used in all open seasons. In all other zones,

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colours that are visible to a hunter for safety reasons. Lastly, alcohol and hunting don’t mix in any situation. As with boating, there is no room for anyone to be out hunting and drinking at the same time. Some feel that it is an offence only if they are impaired. Nowhere in the regulations does it say that you have to be impaired. It only states that you have to be intoxicated or under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The consequences to this are severe when you get caught, and worse if something happens. What if I shoot an animal and I cannot find it when legal time has expired? If you happen to wound an animal and legal time has passed, contact the Turn In Poachers line at 1-800-667-7561, which will arrange for an officer to contact you. Remember to put your firearm away until you have direction from the officer, because carrying a firearm is proof of hunting and you do not want to be doing that when it is dark. The same goes with any animal that runs onto posted land. If that happens, you must get permission to enter onto the land. If the landowner doesn’t want you on their land, simply contact the Turn In Poachers line. If I am hunting in a designated rifle season and my spouse and kids come along, do they have to be in colours too? Any person accompa-

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The contest was a much closer one than in recent weeks. In the end, however, the result was the same for the Battlefords North Stars. The top team in the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League picked up their 12th win in a row Tuesday night at the Civic Centre, as they improved to 20-50-0 on the season following a 4-2 victory over the Nipawin Hawks. “It’s a great ride to be a part of right now,” North Stars forward Ben Allen said. “The whole team is just buzzing at the moment and I don’t think it can get any better for us. “We have multiple lines up front stepping up and doing whatever it takes to be successful, and that’s been a huge part to our success here lately.” Allen, Kendall Fransoo and Reed Delainey all had a goal and an assist each in

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Nipawin Hawks forward Brett Harasymuk was slowed down by Reed Delainey, left, and Kendall Fransoo of the Battlefords North Stars at the Civic Centre Tuesday night. Photo by Lucas Punkari

the win, while Brett Horn also found the back of the net. “Nipawin’s a hard working team and that made it a good matchup for us,” Fransoo said. “One of the things that we have been focussing on here as of late is being consistent on a nightly basis, and I felt like we were all

working hard right from the start.” Joel Grzybowski made 29 saves to earn the victory. Brett Harasymuk and Chad McCartney scored for the Hawks, who have lost their last three games. “I felt like we had some chances that we didn’t capitalize on, but all in all,

it was a really fun game for the fans,” Hawks head coach and general manager Doug Johnson said. The North Stars will return to the Civic Centre Friday for a 7:30 p.m. contest with the Melfort Mustangs. They will be back in action Saturday as the Estevan Bruins come to town.

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The first season in the Canadian Junior Football League as members of the Saskatoon Hilltops is one that Taylon Elderkin and Jesse McNabb won’t soon forget. The North Battleford natives and former players for the North Battleford Comprehensive High School Vikings football team had the chance to hoist the Canadian Bowl trophy on Saturday in Langford, B.C. “It’s been a pretty unreal experience in a number of ways,” Elderkin, who plays on the offensive line, said. “To come in as a first year player and help the team win a third straight national title is something that’s pretty hard to explain.” The Hilltops picked up their 19th national title, and their sixth in the last seven years Saturday, after a 37-25 win over the Westshore Rebels. “I think a lot of people assume that we’re the best team in the country, but there’s a lot of hard work that everyone does in order to be successful,” McNabb, who plays on the defensive line, said. Having both finished up their high school football careers last season,

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Elderkin and McNabb both spent the early part of the campaign getting used to playing at a higher level of football in the Prairie Football Conference. “The speed and intensity is a lot different than what you experience while playing in high school,” Elderkin said. “It’s a high energy level at practice and it’s pretty crazy to go out there and see how things are done.” “The size of the guys you are playing against is something you notice right away,” McNabb added. “The offensive line on the Rebels was huge compared to some of the teams that we faced this year, so you have to be ready for that.” Although McNabb

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5-1 to the host Contacts. Stars netminder Lance Alm was busy in the defeat, as he made 64 saves. Ian Hillis had the lone goal for the Stars, who fired 49 shots at Contacts netminder Rayce Ramsay. The Contacts were led offensively by Quinton Ong, who had a pair of goals and an assist. Over the weekend, the Stars travelled to Wilcox to face the defending league champions Notre Dame Hounds. The Stars were able to get within a goal of the Hounds after two periods of play Saturday night, but ended up losing by a score of 6-3. Michael Puglia scored a

pair of goals for the Stars while Adam Beckman had two assists. Mackenzie Donovan also scored in the loss. Cordel Larson led the way for the Hounds with a goal and two assists. Sunday’s rematch was a lopsided one as the Hounds cruised to an 8-1 triumph. Donovan had the lone goal for the Stars, while Tim Gould and Eamon Milligan had three point games for the Hounds. Following Thursday’s game, the Stars will visit the Swift Current Legionnaires Saturday. They will then host the Hounds at the Civic Centre Sunday.

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the pack, with the juggernaut London Knights usually in that discussion. Last year’s Memorial Cup champions are in the mix once again, but they aren’t even the top team in their conference at the moment. That honour belongs to the Erie Otters, who have the best record in the entire OHL with a 15-4-2 mark and have already found the net 97 times. Despite losing Connor McDavid and Dylan Strome to the National Hockey League over the last couple of seasons, the Otters haven’t missed a beat and look well on their way to winning at least 50 games for the fourth straight year. With that said, playoff success has proven to be elusive for the Otters. They’ve made it to the league final only once in that span, and they lost in five games to the Oshawa Generals in 2015.

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osebleeds By Lucas Punkari newsoptimist.sports@sasktel.net You would expect that the Otters’ tough playoff luck would turn around at some point, but there are a number of teams nipping at their heels. The Knights are good once again and the Windsor Spitfires have made a number of trades already as they stack up their roster ahead of hosting the Memorial Cup in their own rink. Plus, you have the Sarnia Sting, Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds and Kitchener Rangers, who all have a ton of weapons on offence and can score a goal at the drop of a hat.

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The QMJHL is always tough to predict and this year is no exception. The defending league champion Rouyn-Noranda Huskies are leading the pack once again, and they are eager to return to the Memorial Cup after losing to the Knights in overtime last May in Red Deer, Alta. The pre-season favourite Saint John Sea Dogs and the Shawinigan Cataractes, who lost to the Huskies in last year’s QMJHL final, have surprised no one by being in the mix. However, the BlainvilleBoisbriand Armada, Quebec Remparts and Charlottetown Islanders have all started the season much

better than I had expected. In a way, the Islanders remind me of the SJHL’s Estevan Bruins, who will be coming to the Civic Centre Saturday night. The Islanders have one of the best offences in the country as they have scored 98 goals in 22 games. However, they have allowed 86 goals in that span, which is tied for the third most in the QMJHL. Staying close to home, the WHL seems to be the most clear cut of the three major junior leagues with four teams standing out from the rest of the pack. The Medicine Hat Tigers have bounced back from missing the playoffs last year to lead the Central Division, the Prince George Cougars are off to their best start in franchise history and the Everett Silvertips are once again using their strong defensive play to pick up wins. However, it’s the Regina Pats that are looking to be the best team, not just in the WHL, but maybe the

entire country. Heading into a road game against the Edmonton Oil Kings Wednesday, the Pats have a 14-0-3-0 record and have yet to lose in regulation. Currently on a 10-game win streak, the Pats have already cracked the century mark in goals with 100. Anaheim Ducks prospect Sam Steel leads the league in scoring with 34 points in 15 games, but the overall depth of the team is what impresses me the most. On any given night, it feels like someone will score multiple goals. Granted, it’s still very early and the Memorial Cup isn’t handed out in November. However, if anyone wants to stop the Pats, they may have to score eight goals in order to do so. This is a team that’s well worth watching, even if Sportsnet has decided not to put them on their national broadcast schedule for whatever reason.

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Wounded Warriors fundraiser raises approx. $48,000 Staff A Wounded Warriors Weekend fundraiser was hosted at the Don Ross Centre in Saturday, Nov. 5. The event featured comedian Bobby Heline and country singer George Canyon. The day began with a meet and greet with the two performers for all Wound Warriors at the Gold Eagle Lodge Saturday afternoon. This year the Wounded Warriors present were not only from North Battle-

ford, but from across the province. Before the event Canyon met with a diabetic nine-year-old boy named Canyon from Unity. George discussed the management of diabetes with Canyon and his family and encouraged Canyon to live his life to the fullest despite his disease. It was a dream come true for Canyon, as George has been his role model ever since he was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes when he was

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five years old. Battlefords MLA Herb Cox received an award from the Wounded Warriors Weekend Foundation for his involvement in the Wounded Warriors Weekend that was held in Nipawin the long weekend in August. There were three presentations that night. Alf Christenson on behalf of the Saskatoon Anavets Curling Club presented Pat Varga, board member of Wounded Warriors Weekend Foundation, a cheque for $700. The Canadian Legion of Riders presented a cheque for $1,000 and Sonia Matthias donated $842. She had organized a tradeshow and donated the proceeds to Wounded Warriors Weekend. Scotia Bank was one of the main contributors of the evening. Scotia Bank was willing to match up to $5,000 of donations received during the event, with donations actually totaling $10,000. Overall the fundraiser drew in about $48,000, but the final tally has not been announced officially. Raffle winners were: $1,000 - Kerry Kubik; $500 - Tammy Slager; $500 - Peggy Ferguson. Plans are already underway for next year's Wounded Warriors Weekend fundraiser! If anyone has any questions or would like to help out with next year's event they can call Marlene at 306-445-7781.

Joe and Mel Rustenburg and Joe’s service dog Vixen attended the fundraiser. Wounded Warriors Weekend helped secure Vixen, who helps make life easier for the couple. Photos submitted

Scotia Bank representatives were on hand to ensure up to $5,000 in matching funds were given to the Wounded Warriors Weekend Foundation.

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ARC Creative Studios’ current featured exhibition is Art Gifts For Christmas. With the festive season fast approaching, ARC artists have on display small art works great for gifts. All works are priced under $200 and start at $15.

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There are works of pottery to feature Christmas baking and hosting company for coffee, small paintings for that special person and masks to bring out the inner adult child wanting to play. The gallery adds woodwork from Gordon Munn in December.

The gallery will also be having a Christmas basket draw. Entry for the gift basket is free, but limited to one entry per day per person. The gallery is located at 1002 -101st St. beside the Bank of Nova Scotia and is open on Fridays and Sat-

urdays from noon to 4 p.m. and on occasions when artists are working in their studio space by knocking on the entrance. Artists interested in having a display in 2017 at ARC Creative Studios should contact the gallery co-ordinator at michaelbrokop@yahoo.com A gallery reception for current exhibition is Dec. 7 from 4 to 7 p.m.

By Lynn Strendin Are you looking for a place to do your art in the company of fellow artists in the community? The Battlefords Art Club meets at the Don Ross Centre every Tuesday and the ARC Creative Studios downtown are starting up their open studio on Wednesday evenings. Workshops are underway at ARC and the Chapel Gallery is now taking registrations for Artist Block with Alejandro Romero. Don’t forget to check out the ongoing exhibitions at the Chapel Gallery. The Rivers Edge Quilters exhibition is having their reception Nov. 17.

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driver of the half-ton has been charged for failing to stop at a stop sign. The male driver was transported to Provost Hospital after the crash, but was later released with only minor injuries, police say. He is facing charges of disobeying a stop sign and driving without due care and attention. Unity RCMP remind the public to be aware of surroundings and obey all posted traffic signs.

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Notre Dame CWL hosts fall workshop By Helen Menssa Notre Dame CWL

Notre Dame CWL is engaged in the ongoing battle to stop child pornography and trafficking. At the masses Oct. 29 and 30 the CWL members conducted the “Pornography Hurts” campaign. Individual postcards to the Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada Jody Wilson-Raybould and Gerry Ritz, Battlefords MP, were given to each person for signatures. They were collected and taken to Ritz’s office to be forwarded to Parliament. The Notre Dame Parish

Fall Supper was held Oct. 23. With the combined efforts of the CWL and Notre Dame parishioners about 500 people were fed. Our thanks and gratitude goes out to all who worked in any way to make this supper a success. The help from the students of John Paul II was much appreciated. The CWL fall workshop was hosted by Notre Dame council this year and was held Nov. 5 in St. Bernadette Hall at Notre Dame Church. Twenty-seven women attended representing St. Vital Parish Battleford, Cut Knife and Notre Dame councils.

In keeping with the theme, “One Heart, One Voice, One Mission,” Fr. Doug Jeffrey led us in discussion using scripture readings. It was an informative and thought-provoking workshop, giving members insight into how the content of the scriptures can be applied to individual lives. Fr. Doug celebrated mass at 11:30 a.m. followed by lunch. Following the last session, discussion president Shirley Lamoureax addressed the gathering. Those attending then received a special blessing from Fr. Doug.

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Don Robertson retires from 28-year council career with Town of Unity By Sherri Solomko Correspondent

Don Robertson served 28 years on Unity town council.

UNITY — A 28-year career on Unity’s town council ended this fall when Councillor Don Robertson did not submit nomination papers. Robertson, who first ran in 1988, decided to pass the baton on to others when municipal election time came up this fall. When Robertson first

became an alderman for the Town of Unity in 1988, his oldest daughter Raegan was 11 and his youngest daughter Brooke was 10, and wife Maureen was on staff at Unity Composite High School. When asked why he initially ran for council, Robertson replied, “I decided to put my name in the hat when Paul Bast – who was on council – talked to me about it. Having been

Don Robertson on the field with the UK Royals. Photos by Sherri Solomko

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born and raised in Unity and serving as recreation director for eight years, I knew how council operated and wanted to be a part of it.” “There have been many changes in these last 28 years,” Robertson says. Highlights he cites include the new pool, new town hall, new hospital, Parkview Place, the facilitation of four doctors, new recycle, landfill and lagoon, rink extension, expansion of ball fields and handicap accessible sidewalks. Of the last item he says, “This is something that is taken for granted but it makes such a huge difference to those in need.” There has also been building of grain terminals, cemetery upgrades, community growth and ongoing new infrastructure such as paving, repaving and new sewer lines. Robertson was one of the other original committee members for Parkview Place. With reference to the new pool, Robertson noted, “I was around for the original pool as I was the manager (1967). This is where I met my wife in 1968 as she came to teach swimming.” Robertson says he has worked under five different mayors, beginning with Con Keohane, then Eileen

Sword, Peter Warwaruk, Kathy Johnson and most recently, Sylvia Maljan. As well, he worked with three town administrators, Barry Thomson, Jim Weninger and now Aileen Garrett. There have also been challenges, Robertson says. “Working with government and dealing with infrastructure was a huge challenge. There are always so many hoops to jump through and so many delays. The collapse of the sewer lines, the paving projects, the new water lines and water well — all of these projects require research, financial obligations, accountability, plans and astronomical budgeting.” Still, Robertson looks back on his tenure with pride. “I am most proud of all the projects that have been accomplished during my tenure, but actually the one that comes to mind is the extension of the rink. I cochaired that project with Kathy Johnson and saw it to fruition. The challenge came with co-ordinating all the clubs and overseeing the fundraising projects,” he says. “I really enjoyed the Wall of Fame project as chair,” he adds. “Our committee developed the criteria and co-ordinated the banquet and Wall of

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Fame area, which has now included a number of inductions and an expanded area to showcase those inducted.” He says an enjoyable aspect of the position is working with different councillors, mayors and staff, exchanging ideas and taking ideas into action plans. Robertson says after 28 years of service it was time to move on to other things. “I know the town is in good hands with the new mayor and council. My wife and I are doing more travelling now and it is so fun being with my grandchildren.” Robertson chuckles, saying, “I have to learn to tie skates again, as my grandson is playing hockey now.” Robertson has advice for those currently serving on council. “It is so important to be open minded and logical. Everyone on council will have their own opinion and everyone needs to be heard. Decision is based on what will make Unity a better town.” In closing Robertson adds, “It was an honour and privilege to work with so many great people, mayors, councillors and staff and also on so many different projects. I want to thank everyone who helped me along the way.”

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Local agriculture outlet employee earns award By Sherri Solomko Correspondent

We’ve already had more sunshine in November than we did all of October. I must say I don’t think I have experienced hockey and curling season and combines running at the same time. We continue to hold out hope this weather will hold for our farming community. Thanks goes to all of those farmers who had finished and are lending their manpower and equipment to help others finish their harvest. This is a testament to what Saskatchewan is all about. Congratulations Jackson Winterhalt who received the 2016 Outstanding New Journeyperson award in Regina on Oct. 21. Jackson works at Moody’s Equipment in Unity. Unity welcomed a new Lutheran pastor in October, and clergy came to preside over his installation in Unity Oct. 30. Welcome Robert Grout who will serve both Unity and Wilkie Lutheran Churches. Congratulations to Pat Gumpinger who was a big winner in the Riders touchdown lottery, winning a Buick Enclave while Scott Gilbert won a Bose stereo system. The renovation is finally complete on the old Bargain Store, which has now been officially reopened as Red Apple on Main Street. St. Peter’s School’s annual Scholastic book fair is coming up Nov. 23 to 25 along with student-led conferences those days. And the beautiful sounds of music are echoing the halls of St. Peter’s School, as Mrs. Keller is busy practising with the band and the choirs for upcoming Christmas performances. At Unity Public School, it is time for report cards, which accompany student-

nity News led conferences. Mrs. Knowles and her merry band of UPS elves have begun the task of decorating the halls for Christmas. At UCHS, students returned from an extended weekend to report cards and student-led conferences this week. Senior boys’ volleyball hosted conference playoffs Nov. 10 while senior girls’ volleyball headed to Tisdale to complete at a regional event. The junior boys’ and girls’ teams both earned medals at divisions. It is now only three weeks until the winter drama. UCHS is thankful for the donation of six metal benches now cemented in at the front of school. These benches were donated in memory of Marilyn Ferster Brow who was a former teacher at UCHS. The UCHS “We Scare Hunger” campaign resulted in a delivery to the Unity Food Bank of 1,984.16 pounds of product. Mom’s Pantry products are now being sold by the Warriors football organization. The fruit should be arriving in the near future for all those who purchased from this UCHS fundraiser. Unity’s Midget AA hockey team has lost only one game this season. They play in Meadow Lake on Nov. 18 and host Beardy’s on Nov. 20. All other teams’ schedules are on the townofunity.com website or you can find the most up to date schedules on the rink TVs. The skating club has 71 skaters registered with 51 in CanSkate and 20 in Star Skate. Junior curling has

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now begun in addition to three league nights, senior leagues and upcoming stirling spiels. The high school curling teams will be starting Nov. 24. Make sure to get your tickets for the Community Resource Centre fundraiser, Night At the Movies featuring Man Up. There will be wine and cheese, door prizes and 50/50 draws. The Unity museum has started up their Sunday brunches once again. This is their main fundraiser for the year. Come out to the Adanac hall on the museum grounds each Sunday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for pancakes and ham, coffee and juice with occasional additions to the menu. Parkview Place has plenty of excitement in November. On Nov. 18 there was a full house for their annual French Onion Soup fundraiser, bake sale and bazaar to raise money for their activities department. Parkview Place is celebrating their 10th anniversary Nov. 25, so come and join them for this milestone celebration. The Anglican Church’s “mall in the hall” will be hosted Nov. 24 and Dec. 8 with additional dates coming up in the new year. Call Val Middleton at 306-2284536 if you want to book a table or stop in for a unique shopping experience before Christmas. Dec. 1 the annual Winter Wonderland event will take place in downtown Unity. Coffee row folks continue to keep our community coffee tables busy and active as they plan out their next meetings, discuss what’s new in town and review their theories on the weather and our local sports season. They also are great at keeping each other reminded about the multitude of activities coming up in the community for the Christmas season. So you see we keep busy in Unity with activities and wisdom from our friends on coffee row. Until next time …

Unity’s only remaining Second World War veteran, 93-year-old Si Campbell, speaks to UCHS students about their video, Highway of Heros, voicing his appreciation for the song and that designation for that Canadian roadway. He also was on hand at all area schools for their annual Remembrance Day services. He beamed at students exiting the UCHS gym in appreciation for their efforts in their service, while not noticing the poignancy of him standing beneath the Wall of Fame title, which most definitely would pertain to his service as a rear gunner in numerous flights over enemy territory in wartime. Photos by Sherri Solomko

A poignant moment, as students sit with folded hands, poppies placed on their left sides, recognizing the significance of Si Campbell’s service in the Second World War as he spoke during the UCHS Remembrance Day service.

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Last Second World War veteran honoured By Brenda Pollard Correspondent

The annual Remembrance Day service was held at H. Hardcastle School on Nov. 10 at 2 p.m. in the gymnasium. Kesha Schaefer was the MC for the afternoon. Flag bearers, Jared Greening and Kieran McConnell, escorted the honoured guests from the local Legion branch and, along with residents from the nursing home and the community, honoured our fallen and returned soldiers as well as those still active today. The service was opened with the national anthem led by Abbey Harty on piano, followed by the Lord’s Prayer led by Kylee and Chelsea Bec. Throughout the service the winning entries from last year’s Legion poem and essay contest were read. Those with winning entries were Macey Levasseur, Bailey Bec (read by Jessica Curry), Clayton Wolfe, Lacy Pelchat, Bailey Cole and Zachary Gordon (read by Miss Gordon). Musical selections were

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to a close with a tribute to a veteran in our community. Jessica Curry, who had interviewed Tommy Terpstra, presented the following tribute. Thomas William Terpstra was born in Edam, during a record-breaking snowstorm on Jan. 26, 1922. That makes him 94 years old today. His parents were Folkert and Emma Terpstra. Tommy had only one sibling, an older sister, Wilma. Tommy’s mother passed away when he was only 12 years old. This was a very sad time for such a young man. Tommy spent much of his childhood and school years with his friend, Jon Wouters. In 1940, Tommy and Jon joined the Blue Horizon aircrew. They went to Saskatoon to the recruiting depot. After two days of frantic tests and medicals, the verdict was delivered. Jon passed all the tests and was sent to Manitoba for air crew training school. Because Tommy was colour blind he was not allowed to go. Tommy travelled to Toronto and spent six months there, learning instrument mechanics. He was then sent to St. Thomas, Ont. to attend trade school. After passing, he was sent to Brock Harbour, N.B, which, by the way, is where sardines come from. There he attended the

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tor Dave Walker gave the statement of remembrance and a prayer. Huguette MacGregor then read In Flanders Fields as she does every year. Following the singing of Onward Christian Soldiers and the reading of the scripture, Pastor Dave delivered his message of More Than A Poppy. Before turning the service over to Judy Carignan, there was a prayer, the benediction and the signing of God Save the Queen. With the honour guard by Knights of Columbus, Murielle and Guy Corbeil, Taps was played and then a minute of silence, the Act of Remembrance and Reveille. The wreaths were then laid at the cenotaph by Annette Blaquiere, Myrna Head, Louis McCaffrey, Sheila Orchison and Evelyn Cooper. Following the benediction all were invited to stay for lunch. Winners of the poster, poem and essay contests were announced, with the winners as follows: black and white posters - Grade 1, 2 and 3, Hudson Sayers, Nathan Singer; Grade 4, 5 and 6, Gage McDonald, Zoey Pollard; Grade 7, 8 and 9, Bailey Cole, Jacinda McConnell; Grade 10, 11, and 12, Danika Holloway, Isaiah Morin; Colour posters - Grade 1, 2 and 3, Kobi Weber, Karis Latendresse; Grade 4, 5, and 6, Mia Weber, Aleesa Sharp; Grade 7, 8, and 9, Adriana Burgess, Nevin Poole; Grade 10, 11 and 12, Candace Greening, Ocean Nash; Continued on Page 31

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Above, the students and community paid tribute with a biography and standing ovation to the final veteran in our community. At right, Tommy Terpstra lowered the Canadian flag during Taps while Guy and Murielle Corbeil stand guard at the Legion Remembrance Day service Nov. 11. Photos by Brenda Pollard

More Edam Notables Continued from Page 30 Poems - Grade 4, 5, and 6, Carston Day, Zoey Pollard; Grade 7, 8, and 9, Kylee Bec, Tyson Orchison; Grade 10, 11, and 12, Jessica Curry, Macey Levasseur; Essay: Grade 4, 5, and 6, Ava LaClare, Mia Weber; Grade 7, 8, and 9, Trayton Troesch, Tyne Cole; Grade 10, 11, and 12, Natasha Nedelec, Trinity Froese. Congratulations to all the winners and a huge thank you to the judges, Larry McDaid, Ilene Foulds and Judy Carignan. The Legion also held a fundraiser bingo on the evening of Nov. 11 to help with maintenance costs that have recently arose. Winning the 10 turkey games were Cassie Johnson, Sharen Gansauge, Trudy McMurphy, Lacy Pelchat, Ian McDonald, Brenda Pollard, Diane Mosimann, Annabel Elliott, Evelyn Cooper and Bonnie Letwinetz. The blackout game was played for 50 per cent of the total cards sold. The winner of $148 was Mia Weber. Another ongoing fundraiser within the community is Chase The Ace “Have A Heart” that is in progress for the Edam Enriched Manor. The first draw was held Aug. 24 and the ace of hearts still hasn’t been “caught.” How does this game work? It is similar to a 50/50 draw. Players buy numbered tickets over the course of a week, but it is really 20-30/50 draw because the funds from the total tickets sales for the week are divided three ways, 20 per cent to the winner, 30 per cent to the jackpot and 50 per cent to the manor. The weekly lottery win-

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Edam Legion members are: back - Myrna Head, Helen Hamel, Judy Carignan, and Annette Blaquiere; front - Frank Poole, Huguette MacGregor, Tommy Terpstra and Jean Pollard. Judy Carignan, member of the local Legion laid a wreath at the school service.

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“Remembrance Day is in the month of November. It is a special day to remember the brave and noble men and women that lost their lives for our freedom. “People stand for two minutes of silence to show their respect. During the silence, I think about the sacrifices that were made for me. “Remembrance Day is made of memories. Families remember their loved ones. People that were in the war remember their comrades and the horrible things they saw and felt.” These three paragraphs are part of an essay written by Grade 5 student Logan Rookes for Remembrance Day. On the day of the school’s service, Logan came dressed up in a good white shirt and a tie. On his left side, he proudly wore a bright red poppy. Logan is young, but like most people and students, takes Remembrance Day seriously. The walls in the school gym and hallway entrance were covered with posters that kindergarten through Grade 9 had made for Remembrance Day. Students, staff and community members filled the gymnasium Thursday, Nov. 10, at 10:45 p.m., for the school’s Remembrance Day service. Jean Brehon, viceprincipal, welcomed everyone, and the Service of Remembrance began. The program was a mixture of student participation, video presentations and traditional acts of remembrance. The Grade 2 and 3 class, accompanied by Mrs. Stott on the piano, led everyone in the singing of O Canada. They sang it loud and proud! Mrs. Thompson’s Grade 1 class was all dressed in red shirts and recited a short poem about the poppy. Justin Whitehead, a Grade 12 student, read his tribute to the 100th anniversary of the Battle at Vimy Ridge. Cassidy Serhienko, the student leadership council

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The Borden Lakeland Library host Lego Club every Tuesday in November after school with a different theme each week. Nov. 8 there were 24 children on hand to make things from Lego, then they each explained what they had built. Affinity Credit Union presented the Lego Club with a cheque for $982.61 to purchase more Lego. Lynette Schmidt from the Borden Branch presented the cheque to librarian Rhonda Funk. The amount presented came from the Affinity Credit Union Community Development Fund. The Remembrance Day service at Borden School was held Nov. 10, organized by Mr. Dyck and Mrs. Yuskiw. MCs were Brooke Brazeau and Danika Pidwerbesky. Special guests introduced were RCMP Cst. Pepin, Mayorelect Jamie Brandrick, RM councillor Ian Hosegood and cadet trainee with Ca-

nadian Navy Wyatt Piprell. After O Canada the MCs gave some background on the wars and reflected on the past. Wreaths were laid by Cst. Pepin, Ian Hosegood for the RM of Great Bend, Jamie Brandrick for the Village of Borden and Wyatt Piprell for the Canadian Armed Forces. Students from each grad laid wreaths. Celeste Lumgair read the Act of Remembrance, then Last Post and Reveille were played. Grade 1 and 2 and Grade 3 and 4 recited poems. Grade 5 and 6 sang Hey Brother while a slide show was shown. Grade 7 and 8 recited In Flanders Fields and Grade 11 and 12 the poem, Taking a Stand. Grade 9 and 10 showed a video, Why We Remember. The address was given by Wyatt Piprell relating

some of the battles fought over the years, Piprell paid tribute to all who have served and are still serving in wars and a peacekeepers and said we need to remember them all. Principal Mitch Luiten thanked all those who attended, the participants, organizers and the special guests. Everyone then sang God Save the Queen and left the gym to greet the special guests. At Radisson the Royal Purple hosted a service Nov. 11 in the Radisson Hall and close to 150 people attended. Rev. Alex Parson from the Borden Anglican Church officiated. Pianist was Susan Rothenburger, Ken Dillen read the honour roll, Mayor David Summers read In Flanders Fields. Laying wreaths was veteran Dan Thibodeau, RCMP Cst. Oscar Kwan, Mayor David Summers for the town, Matthew Favel for Maymont School, and Roberta Harris for the Royal Purple Continued on Page 37

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Continued from Page 36 Lorraine Olinyk laid a wreath for families who had loved ones in the wars, George Abbot for his uncle Clement Abbott who served in the First World War and Nick Best for Carlton Trail/Eagle Creek MP Kelly Block. Rick Bailey read a poem, Soldier, while the wreaths were presented. Best brought greetings from the Government of Canada and paid tribute to all veterans and those who served and are still serving in wars and as peacekeepers. James Beaulieu from Saskatoon Legion was also with the veterans. After God Save the Queen, the five ladies of the Royal Purple, with help from Terry, Eileen and Colleen. And special thanks to the many who brought baking and served lunch. The Borden Lions hosted at the Borden Community Centre and their attendance was well over 100, with Rev. Jan Bigland Pritchard officiating and Sharon Assman the pianist. Laying the wreaths were Mayor Tom Redhead for the Village of Borden, Reeve Ron Saunders for the RM of Great Bend, Levi Gough for Borden School, Josh Boyes for MP Kelly Block, Lucas Saunders for North Saskatchewan Regiment, Aaron Piprell for his uncle Gordon Piprell and Jonathon Sargent for the

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The combines were back in the fields last week but days were short as the frost made for damp mornings, not getting going until afternoons. Some more crops are off and farmers hope drying weather continues. The annual Meota Farmers Market and Craft Sale is set for Nov. 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The hours for the quilters craft sale are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Nov. 26. There’s a craft sale at Livelong on Nov. 20, call 306-845-2666 for information and for their Christmas Gala to be held Nov. 26, call 306-845-9870. The Meota Hall Committee is holding their annual turkey bingo Nov. 26 in the Community Complex. Contract bridge was played at the Do Drop In on Nov. 7. Top score was by Jetta Dasilva. Second high was Eric Callbeck. Nov. 8 in Meota the duplicate bridge club gathered and top score was by Eric Callbeck and Maureen Campbell. Second high were Jetta and Terence Dasilva and third place went to Margaret Dyck and Dave Creegan. On Nov. 10 in the city top mark went to Jean Lawes and Fraser Glen. Second were Mar-

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Rob Fegan giving his talk at Remembrance Day service in Meota.

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friends. He ministered here for seven years and she for three. He now works as professor of theology at St. Andrews College in Saskatoon. His picture is in the last issue of the Observer magazine. Saturday found 20 folks at the seniors’ center in Meota playing shuffleboard and having a ball. They started off before 10 a.m. and weren’t finished until nearly 3 p.m. Snacks were set out and around noon people enjoyed a delicious lunch of chicken and dumplings or stew along with sandwiches or biscuits, and lots of desserts. Every team of two played three games. The board was very keen so it was really tricky to get good shots that stayed on the board to count. There was lots of laughter and those not playing shuffleboard played Chit Chat or just visited and watched the games. Top score went to Ken Tucker and Murray McCrimmon. Second were Sven Christiansen and Maurice Bru and third were Eric Callbeck and Arlene Walker. Because

December is a full month of activities, another tournament isn’t planned until January, but we are looking forward to it. A report has come back from Ken in Shanghai and he declares that this is the most beautiful city he’s ever seen. It is also the financial capital of the world and he says it is magnificent. He visited art galleries, temples, shops, markets, street markets and the longest walking strip mall in the world. He visited Pudong, toured the 531-metre high tower at night and saw the lights around the city from there. He said it was unbelievable. The pollution there is not so bad. Food recently included breaded pork loin, mixed vegetables in rice, soup, egg noodles, onion bits and fresh orange juice made right there on the street. People pay only with their cell phones. He never saw anyone pay with a credit card. Everyone has a cell phone and has their nose in it. There is even GPS for walking street traffic. Still, one old Asian culture still carries on. One of his

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It’s a full day of Christmas shopping!

Concession will be open, so come down for lunch. TotallyTess Trade Shows and Event Planning has made up 25 Christmas bags for seniors. Sharon at Caleb Homes will make sure these bags go to folks that need a treat at Christmas time!

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Mondays

The Rotary Club of the Battlefords meets upstairs at the Northland Power Curling Club at 12:00 noon. New members/guest welcome. For more information call 306-937-7128 or 306-441-6636.

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.

Friday, November 18

The Empty Stocking Fund Kick-Off at the Third Ave. United Church, 1301 - 102nd Street, North Battleford from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Beef on a bun, drink and dessert. Take out available.

Saturday, November 19

St. Paul’s Anglican Church Annual Fall Tea, Bazaar, Bake Sale and Cookie Walk from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Door prizes, pies, tarts, cakes will be available. PWRDF silent auction, craft & white elephant table.

Saturday, November 19

Third Avenue United Church Annual Christmas Items Garage Sale, tea and Bake Sale from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at 1301-102nd Street. There will also be a Regift It Shop. This will be new items that were received as gifts ...but the person had one already, didn’t need it and couldn’t use it so it is being offered to be sold at a bit over garage sale prices and can be regifted. Also some silver trays done up with baking to buy as Christmas Gifts or put in an order of size and amount you want. Everyone Welcome.

Saturday, November 19

Borden Firefighters Steak Night & Silent Auction at the Borden Community Centre at 6:00 p.m. Call Ian at 306-997-2165 for tickets.

Saturday, November 19

Notre Dame Parish “Visions of Sugarplums” Supper Auction. Live and silent auction items, entertainment, raffles and door prize. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. Supper at 6:00 p.m. at the Tropical Inn. For tickets call the Parish Office at 306-445-3836.

Tuesdays, November 22, 29 & December 6, 13 & 20

Heart to Heart is a Heart and Stroke Foundation program, working in partnership with Prairie North Health Region to offer cardiac patient and their partners the answers to their questions about heart health. Through this program, patients learn about coping with health problems, making healthy eating choices, the role of exercise in heart health and how to manage stress from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. To find out more or to register, call Kellie at 306-446-6424 or email kellie.heidel@pnrha.ca. Please leave a daytime phone number if leaving a message.

Saturday, November 26

Christmas Tea & Bazaar at Battleford United Church from 2:00 4:00 p.m. Join us for our Cookie Walk, Bake Sale, Book & Puzzle Sale and so much more.

Saturday, November 26

From 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. to Craft Corner so they can make Christmas cards for each senior to go with their bags! See also the facebook event at https://www.facebook.com/events/1730557490525662/

Borden Dance Club Recital at the Borden Community Centre dessert at 6:00 p.m., recital at 7:00 p.m. Silent action and 50/50.

Call 306-529-2850 to be a vendor, or for more info.

Radisson Craft Day at Radisson Hall from 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Saturday, November 26 Saturday, November 26

The Dekker Centre

Candlelight Processional A narrated musical adaptation recounting the thrilling Christmas Story featuring up to 100 talented voices and musicians from the Battlefords and area under the direction of award winning Choir Director Annette Duhaime

Christmas Trade Show & Bake Sale at EMBM School, 1651 - 96th Street from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Live music, crafts, bake sale, silent auction and raffle. If you would like to book a table, please contact Greg Corcoran at 306-817-0377 or email at g.corcoran@ loccsd.ca.

Saturday, November 26

Topline Dance Club - Leon Ochs at the North Battleford Legion Hall, downstairs from 8:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. Lunch served, min age 19, dress casual. Contact Sharon 306-446-0446, Leela 306-445-7240 or Jean 306-445-8815.

Sunday, November 27

Floor Hockey Tournament at JP II Gymnasium. Team - 4 on 4. Prize - Half of total entries will be given away in prizes. Contact Vic at v.stynsky@loccsd.ca or 306-441-8194.

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Sunday, November 27

O, Come let us Adore Him - Community Youth Choir at the Third Ave. United Church at 2:00 p.m. For tickets call Jaki 306-446-2519 or at the door.

Sunday November 27, 2016 Curtain: 2:30 & 8:00 pm Tickets $35.00 + gst

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In the Estate of LIONEL CLARENCE BOLIG, late of North Battleford, Saskatchewan, deceased. ALL CLAIMS AGAINST THE ABOVE ESTATE, duly verified by statutory declaration and with particulars and valuation of security held, if any, must be sent to the undersigned before the 9th day of December, 2016. Demmans Baldwin Friedman Frank Barristers & Solicitors 201,1291-102nd Street, Box 905, North Battleford, SK S9A 2Z3 Solicitors for the Proposed Administrator

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NOTICES / NOMINATIONS

Notice of Abandonment of Poll The Rural Municipality of Parkdale No. 498 Municipal By-Election 2016 for Division 4

Rural Municipality of Parkdale No. 498

Notice of Discretionary Use Subdivision Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to section 55 of the Planning and Development Act, 2007 that the RM of Parkdale No. 498 has received a discretionary subdivision application. The application is for a residential subdivision for two (2) parcels consisting of proposed Parcel B within Part of the NW 1/4 Section 34-50-16-W3M as shown in “Schedule A” below. This is currently permitted as a discretionary use within the Agricultural District as stipulated within Part 5, subsection 5.3.1 of Bylaw 04-06, known as the RM of Parkdale No. 498 Zoning Bylaw, and within, Part 3, sections 3.3 of Bylaw 03-06, known as the RM of Parkdale No. 498 Basic Planning Statement. Schedule A

I hereby give notice that NO VOTING for these offices will take place on December 14, 2016.

glasyn

Tax TiTle ProPerTy

Tenders will be received by the Village of Glaslyn for the following property until 4 p.m., December 15, 2016: ANY TENDERS SUBMITTED AFTER 4 P.M., DECEMBER 15, 2016 WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Legal Description: Land Area: Zoning: Property Taxes:

Hey guys my name is Daylia and me and my brother were brought in to the shelter by some really nice people who wanted to help us find our forever homes and families. So here we are looking and waiting for the right family to come in and bring us home. I am super sweet and affectionate. I love to play and cuddle and I am quite happy and content just to curl up in your lap and take a long nap. If your looking to add a new member to your family come on down today and check us out. Hi guys my name is Lola and myself and my baby were transferred here from another shelter because they were running out of room. So now here we are at this shelter looking for our forever homes and families. I am a super sweet girl with so much luff to give. I also am special needs and am fully blind but you would never know the difference. I can catch a ball and play fetch just as good as any dog. I know I could be the perfect match for you if given the chance. I am eager to please and love to see people smile and happy. So if your looking for a new fur baby to add to your life then why not come on down today. There are so many of us waiting to find our forever homes and families. Maybe I could be the one.

PLEASE SPAY OR NEUTER YOUR PETS! Check out all our Shelter animals in need of homes at: www.battlefordsanimalshelter.com

NOTICES / NOMINATIONS

Notice of Call For Nominations School Division By-Election

Public notice is hereby given that nominations of candidates for the office of: BOARD MEMBER: Northwest School Division No. 203 Turtleford/Mervin/ Livelong Sub-Division No. 4 (Number of vacancies – 1) The Nomination Officer will receive nomination of candidates for the said office during normal office hours from Wednesday November 9th to Tuesday November 22nd and on the 23rd day of November 23, 2016 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Northwest School Division No. 203, Meadow Lake office and Turtleford office, Saskatchewan. Nominations forms may be obtained at the following location:

Dated this 3rd day of November, 2016 Charlie McCloud Returning Officer

Jennifer Ernst Returning Officer

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Northwest School Division No. 203 Meadow Lake Office, 525 5th St. West, Meadow Lake, Saskatchewan Turtleford Office, 318 Railway Avenue, Turtleford, Saskatchewan Or on the Northwest School Division Website: www.nwsd.ca under the Board tab.

Councillor for Division No. Four, is the only candidate,

Village

PETS

NOTICES / NOMINATIONS

Whereas, Richard Dorval, nominated for the office of

Dated this 10th day of November, 2016.

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Block B Plan 81B16090 23,850 square feet Industrial (M1) $2430.50 (2016 Tax Year)

General Comments: The subject property will be sold on an “as is” basis. There shall be no public viewing, no warranties offered or implied on the condition of this property. Possession Date: Upon payment in full, transfer of title will be submitted. Required Tender Forms:

Council will consider this application at a regular meeting of Council on December 14th, 2016 at 1:30 pm in the RM of Parkdale office. If you wish to comment on these proposals, please do so in writing prior to December 9th, 2016 to the RM of Parkdale’s Office at Box 310, Glaslyn, SK, S0M 0Y0 Jennifer Ernst Administrator November 14, 2016

Rural Municipality of Parkdale No. 498

Notice of Discretionary Use Subdivision

Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to section 55 of the Planning and Development Act, 2007 that the RM of Parkdale No. 498 has received a discretionary subdivision application. The application is for a residential subdivision for six (6) parcels consisting of proposed Lots A-F within NW 1/4 Section 32-52-18-W3M as shown in “Schedule A” below. This is currently permitted as a discretionary use within the Large Acreage Development District as stipulated within Part 6, subsection 6.2 of Bylaw 04-06, known as the RM of Parkdale No. 498 Zoning Bylaw, and within, Part 4, sections 4.3 to 4.4 of Bylaw 03-06, known as the RM of Parkdale No. 498 Basic Planning Statement. Schedule A

Rural Municipality of Mervin No. 499

PUBLIC NOTICE OF DISCRETIONARY USE SUBDIVISION Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to Section 55 of The Planning and Development Act, 2007 that the RM of Mervin No. 499 has received an application for a discretionary use parcel subdivision. The application includes the creation of one (1) parcel for the intended use of single-parcel country residential development within the SE 1/4 Section 35-53-19-W3M, represented by Parcel C as shown in “Schedule A”. This is currently permitted as a discretionary use in the Agricultural District - Schedule A, section (B)(f) of Bylaw 94-4 known as the Zoning Bylaw. Schedule A

All submitted tenders are to include the following: 1. The required tender form. • All tenders are to be submitted on the required tender form (available at the Village office). The tender form must be completed in full. No other information is to be provided other than that asked on the required form. Form to be submitted to the Village office in person or by mail to the following address:

Council will consider this application at the regular scheduled Council meeting on Tuesday, December 13th, 2016 at 11:00 am in the RM of Mervin office. If you wish to comment on this proposal, please do so in writing prior to Friday, December 9th, 2016 to the RM of Mervin No. 499, Box 130, Turtleford, SK S0M 2Y0. For additional information please visit www.rmofmervin.com or contact the Municipal Planner at (306) 845-7333 or at planner.rm499@ rmofmervin.com

Village of Glaslyn, Box 279, Glaslyn, SK S0M 0Y0 2. A deposit equal to 10 per cent of the total bid amount. • The deposit shall be in the form of a certified cheque, bank draft, money order or cash. Deposits will be returned to unsuccessful bidders. No additional documents shall be provided with the tender submission. Additional documents, incomplete tender forms or failure to submit correct deposit amount will result in rejection of the tender. All tenders shall be submitted in a sealed envelope and marked as Block B Plan 81B16090, the legal address. The successful purchaser must enter into an agreement for sale. Failure by the successful purchaser to conclude the sales transaction will result in forfeiture of their deposit at liquidated damages. The Village of Glaslyn reserves the right to reject any or all tenders.

Council will consider this application at a regular meeting of Council on December 14th, 2016 at 1:15 pm in the RM of Parkdale office. If you wish to comment on these proposals, please do so in writing prior to December 9th, 2016 to the RM of Parkdale’s Office at Box 310, Glaslyn, SK, S0M 0Y0 Jennifer Ernst Administrator November 14, 2016

S. Yvonne Prusak, BASc, MA, MCIP, RPP Municipal Planner November 2, 2016

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TENDERS

Weed Inspector & Weed Spraying 2017

The Rural Municipality of Paynton #470

If you have any questions, please call Jade Johnson, Administrator, at 306-895-2020 TAX ENFORCEMENT

VILLAGE OF MAYMONT PROVINCE OF SASKATCHEWAN

Notice is hereby given under The Tax Enforcement Act that unless the arrears and costs appearing opposite the land and title number described in the following list are fully paid before the 17th day of January, 2017, an interest based on a tax lien will be registered against the land. NOTE: A sum for costs in an amount required by subsection 4(3) of The Tax Enforcement Act is included in the amount shown against each parcel. Blk

Plan

18 13 14 15 16 10 11 12 13 14

2 4 4 4 4 12 12 12 12 12

B4055 Ext 0 B4055 Ext 0 B4055 Ext 0 B4055 Ext 0 B4055 Ext 0 B4055 Ext 0 B4055 Ext 0 B4055 Ext 0 B4055 Ext 0 B4055 Ext 0

Total Arrears

Title No.

140946352 $735.56 127565398 $1,773.28 127565411 127565433 127565455 128097164 $1,243.77 128097052 128096949 143031158 143031114

INVITATION TO TENDER CULVERT INSTALLATION From ground level to embankment TERMS AND CONDITIONS: • To place a 6” black pipe culvert in a low spot in the Village to drain to an embankment, with a square cement catch basin. Approx. 400 Feet. • Successful bidder to give most effective route for installation. • The successful bidder must provide all necessary equipment required. • The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. • Must have own liability insurance. CLOSING DATE:

TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST

Lot

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

VILLAGE OF MEOTA BOX 123, MEOTA, SK. S0M 1X0 PHONE: 892-2277 FAX:892-2275

Is accepting Expressions of Interest/Tenders for Weed Spraying throughout the municipality for the 2017 season; as well as to be appointed the Municipal Weed Inspector. Send to: RM of Paynton Box 10 Paynton, SK S0M 2J0 or Email: rm470@sasktel.net Marked: “2017 Weed Spraying” Deadline: Monday, December 12, 2016 at 4:00 p.m.

Costs Advertising

Total Arrears & Costs

$32.80 $768.36 $32.80 $1806.08

$32.80 $1276.57

Dated this 10th day of November, 2016 Denise Bernier Administrator

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

NOTICE TO

LAWRENCE MICHAEL YASIENIUK AND DARCIE JEAN JAMES: A hearing will be held at 10:00 a.m. on December 8, 2016, at the Court of Queen’s Bench, Judicial Centre of Battleford, 291 - 23 Street W., Battleford, SK, S0M 0E0, for an application by Synergy Credit Union Ltd. for leave to commence an action against you for foreclosure and related relief respecting the mortgage dated April 4, 2013, in favour of Synergy Credit Union Ltd., registered on Blk/Par D, Plan No 101842682, Surface Parcel #164044636. Should you wish to defend this application, you should be in attendance at the time and place noted above.

Tenders to be submitted in a sealed envelope marked: “Tender – Culvert installation No later than 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 29th, 2016 TENDERS SUBMITTED TO: Jennifer Fisher Office of the Administrator Box 123, Meota, SK. S0M 1X0 Or Email to vmeota@sasktel.net

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INDIAN CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES

Job Opportunity Family Enhancement Worker B.T.C. Human Services Corp. requires a Family Enhancement Worker who will have experience in dealing with children/ youth aged 6-17 years and working with families. The ability to build trusting relationships with child/youth/family and participate in a professional team approach is required. Must have the ability to relate to First Nations children and youth and have an understanding of the various issues within the communities of Little Pine First Nation, Poundmaker Cree Nation and Lucky Man Cree Nation. You will be required to travel and work flexible hours. Qualifications: BISW and/or equivalent to 2-yrs work experience in Community Development with children youth and families. Ability to speak or understand Cree would be an asset. Qualified applicants should contact B.T.C. Human Services Corp. at P.O. Box 1426, North Battleford, SK S9A 2M1 or email: btchsc@sasktel.net or fax 306-445-5568. Deadline for applications is November 25, 2016. We thank all applicants and wish to advise that only those individuals that have been selected for an interview will be contacted.

KANAWEYIMIK CHILD & FAMILY SERVICES INC.

Kanaweyimik is an independent, non-political child welfare Located in Battleford, Saskatchewan, Kanaweyimik is an agency providing child Child welfare family services independent, non-political andand Family Services agencyto five First services Nations.to Moosomin, Mosquito, Red Pheasant, providing ve First Nations communities. Saulteaux & Sweetgrass First Nations contract for services THERAPIST/COUNSELLOR POSITION with Kanaweyimik. Full-Time

The following is a general description of an Intake/ Kanaweyimik Worker is offering full-time position. therapist/counsellor Investigation (Sociala Worker) Salary will position within a unique, exciting and newly established be commensurate with experience, training and education. counselling program. We provide a multi-disciplinary, holistic, This is a full-time, permanent therapeutic treatment service toposition. individuals and families who have experienced violence and abuse. Our program uses both Western therapeutic and Aboriginal cultural perspectives. Extensive training and ongoing clinical supervision will be provided.

INTAKE/INVESTIGATION WORKER (SOCIAL WORKER) 1 POSITION

QUALIFICATIONS The Intake/Investigation Worker directly responsible • A Masters degree in a related eld orisa Registered Psychologistto theinSupervisor and/or Executive Director; Saskatchewan Experience providing individual, group and family therapy • •Manage a caseload in the area of child welfare and family •support Knowledgeable and sensitive to Aboriginal issues with an services; understanding of to theprovide dynamics of intergenerational abuse • Intake services initial screening, assessment • Computer skills and referral services for clients contacting and/or referred • Excellent verbal, written and time management skills •to Kanaweyimik for services in the area of prevention and A clear criminal and child abuse records check •protection; A valid driver’s licence

• An Responsible for child abuse investigations referred to immediate or negotiable start date with very competitive Kanaweyimik with the assistance of RCMP as required; salary and benefts. • Services to families in need of support to prevent children Due to the focus of the position being to provide services to coming-into-care; First Nations individuals in an agency operated by member First • Nations, Maintain computerized recordings, preference will bedata, givencase to those applicantsindividual for this and family files, etc; position who are of aboriginal ancestry. • Coordinate case planning sessions and monitor case Please forward detailed resumés by email to: tony@tonymartens.ca plans to ensure families are receiving services; or by mail to: 9621 - 161A Street, Surrey, B.C. V4N 2E8. Please Will comply the of provisions the BSW, Kanaweyimik RCC, RSW. address to the with attention Tony Martens,of M.Sc., Personnel Manual as it exists from time to time. Deadline for accepting applications is March 31, 2014 at 5pm local time.

LEGAL / PUBLIC NOTICES

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

BTC HUMAN SERVICES CORP.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

For more information, please contact the solicitors for Synergy Credit Union Ltd., Politeski Strilchuk Milen, PO Box 20, 5009 - 47 Street, Lloydminster, SK/AB

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Reporter Correspondents required for all rural areas

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

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

(Maidstone)

Maidstone Paradise Hill Medstead St. Walburg Turtleford

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

For more information contact:

Becky Doig (Editor)

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

QUALIFICATIONS person: Tony Martens 604-583-6612. Only successful • Contact Must have a University Degree from a recognized School candidates who make the short list will be contacted. of Social Work; Recruitment process to continue until a successful • Must have at least 5 years experience and proven ability candidate is selected. to work in the social services area with families and children; • Must demonstrate knowledge of The Child & Family Services Act; • Must have work experience assessing families and children; • Must demonstrate a clear understanding and knowledge of native family systems; Must demonstrate knowledge in the area of family violence dynamics; Must demonstrate knowledge of the effects of separation as it relates to placement of children; • Knowledge of the Cree language is an asset; • Computer skills are a position requirement; • Excellent verbal, written and time management skills are required; • A clear criminal records check MUST BE PRESENTED AT INTERVIEW; • Must have a valid drivers licence. Application deadline is November 25, 2016 at 5:00 pm. Start date to be determined. Please forward resumés by fax, email or mail to: (306) 445-2533, marleneb@kanaweyimik.com.

Only successful applicants will be contacted for scheduled interviews. Recruitment process to continue until a successful candidate is selected. Kanaweyimik Child & Family Services, Inc. P.O. Box 1270 Battleford, Saskatchewan S0M 0E0 Attention: Marlene Bugler

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Rural Municipality of Progress No. 351

Living Sky School Division No. 202

Accepting applications for

Experienced Seasonal Municipal Employee

Growth Without Limits, Learning For All

Now accepting applications for the following positions:

Employment to commence April 15, 2017 or as mutually agreed Experience and/or exposure to heavy equipment such as construction or farm equipment is an asset. The candidate must have well developed interpersonal, motivational and team skills, be able to take direction and work independently.

Teacher • Luseland School • Macklin School Closing noon, Tuesday, November 22, 2016

Details and link to online applications can be found on our website at www.lskysd.ca All applications must be submitted online.

Skills & Abilities • Valid Driver’s License • Class 1A (would be an asset)

Meota Regional Park

Type of Work Experience • • • • •

Grading municipal roads Roadside mowing Culvert installations Signage & repairs Mechanical experience to perform general maintenance and equipment repair • Other duties as required

Now accepting applications for the following position:

FULL-TIME PARK MANAGER

Type of Equipment Operated • • • • •

Starting May 2017 and working May - Sept

Volvo Grader Cat Grader Back Hoe Bush Hog Mower Case/Kubota Tractor

Applicants are invited to submit a resumé including: • • • • •

Past experience and present work experience Certifications Expected Salary Current driver’s abstract Three references

• Must have a valid driver’s license • All applicants must be available to work weekends • Applicants must have excellent interpersonal and supervisory skills • Must be willing to work harmoniously with co-workers • Consideration given to application by couples

The Dekker Centre for the performing arts

Invites Expressions of Interest from Persons and Companies qualified to provide food catering services to Dekker Centre guests. If you represent an established catering company, licenced to provide services in Saskatchewan and believe you have the capacity to provide superior food and food service to our guests please contact Mr. Moe McGuinty for more information. Contact is by email only moe@dekkercentre.com Inquiries must be received prior to December 1, 2016

Rural Municipality of Progress No. 351 Accepting applications for FULL TIME

Operating Foreman Employment to commence April 15, 2017 or as mutually agreed The candidate must have good communication and organizational skills be self-motived and have experience in operating heavy equipment, road maintenance and construction. Supervisory skills would be beneficial as well as being able to take direction. Application must hold a valid driver’s license. Class1A license, mechanically inclined, chemical application certificate would be an asset but not mandatory. Benefit package available with wages being negotiable. Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resumé by: mail, email or fax, along with a current driver’s abstract to: RM of Progress No. 351 Box 460 Luseland, SK S0L 2A0 Phone: 306-373-4322 Fax: 306-372-4146 Email: rm351@sasktel.net Deadline for applying, January 10, 2017 at 4:00 p.m. The R.M. of Progress welcomes all applicants, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Email resumés to meotapark@sasktel.net

Deadline for applying January 10th, 2017 at 4:00 pm. Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resumé by mail, email or fax: The R.M. of Progress welcomes all applicants, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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4th Ave. Janet Drive Riverbend Cresent All of 38th Street 112 papers

Route 53B

29th Street - 200 - 400 Block 30th Street - 200 - 400 Block 93 papers

Route 57

All 23rd Street All 24th Street 66 papers

FOR MORE DETAILS CALL CHUCK Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

at 306-445-7261

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Museum hosts RCMP offer tips on volunteer work day crime reduction By Dorothy M. Mills

Staff Unity RCMP report that over the past several months, reports of property crimes in Unity, Macklin, Wilkie and the surrounding areas have increased. Police say these incidents involve thefts of motor vehicles and thefts of property from inside vehicles. While the RCMP have been responding to these crimes, members have noted that in some cases extra measures could have been taken in order to prevent these crimes from occurring in the first place. In a press release the RCMP offer suggestions to residents for actions they can take to , deter thieves. These include: • When leaving a vehicle, make sure the visible interior is empty; • Consider investing in a vehicle anti-theft device like a car alarm; • Always be sure to lock vehicle doors and close the windows; • If possible, keep your vehicle in a well-lit area; • Take valuables and other important items out of vehicles so thieves are not attracted to the contents; • Lock parcels and other valuables out of sight if they must be left inside the vehicle; and • Never leave the keys in your ve-

hicle when unattended. Police also advise that firearms and ammunition should be removed from unattended vehicles. They say this action could prevent criminals from having easy access to weapons. They also point out criminal charges for not properly securing firearms are also possible if firearms are stolen. According to the RCMP, taking these preventative measures will make it as hard as possible for a thief to break into or steal a vehicle. “This may not always deter a criminal, but they often target unlocked vehicles. Help yourselves and your neighbours by taking these simple steps to prevent crime,” the press release states. Persons with information about these or any other crimes in local areas are asked to call the Unity RCMP at 306-228-6300, the Wilkie RCMP at 306-843-3480 or the Macklin RCMP at 306-753-2171. To remain anonymous call Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or *8477 on the SaskTel Mobility Network. Crimes Stoppers will pay up to $2,000 for information that leads to the arrest of person(s) responsible for any serious crime. Crime Stoppers is anonymous and does not subscribe to call display, nor are calls traced or recorded. Submit a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com.

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A graveside service was held at the Spinney Hill Cemetery on Oct. 30 for Nina Kirkland of the Battlefords Regional Care Centre, formerly of Spinney Hill. Nina and her brothers all attended the old Spinney Hill country school. She left the area after her schooling ws complete. Halloween night passed by quickly and was quiet with not much mischief happening. The little ones all dressed up in costumes were out and about collecting treats. Visiting with Stanley Mills was his old school chum Robert Maxwell of Edmonton, Alta. He also visited with his sister Anna Brehon at Harwood Manor in North Battleford before he continued on his way to his granddaughter’s wedding in Portage la Prairie, Man. The Western Development Museum in North Battleford held a work day for the volunteers who like

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Mail this nomination form to: Citizen of the Year Judges P.O. Box 1029, North Battleford, SK S9A 3E6. All nominations must be received by December 2, 2016 The Citizen of the Year and Junior Citizen of the Year awards are presented to Battlefords & District citizens for distinguished service to their community. To nominate a Citizen or Junior Citizen of the Year, prepare a presentation using the following guide: 1. State the nominee’s name, address and phone number (home/business). 2. State the nominator’s name, address and phone number (home/business). 3. Provide family information including the names of the nominee’s spouse, children, brothers, sisters and parents. 4. Supply a recent close-up photo of the nominee (if available). 5. Please include in your nomination letter: a. Brief history of nominee with education and family along with personal accomplishments through work. b. A list of nominee’s interests outside of work, volunteer organizations or contributions to their community. If the nominee has received any awards please include these. c. Attach a precise cover letter stating why the nominee should be chosen for this prestigious award and include letters of support which offer insight into the candidate’s involvements. These are helpful to the selection committee. 6. Junior nominees must be 18 years or younger.

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to be busy in the museum shop. They even had several volunteers come in from the Western Development Museum in Saskatoon to work on projects and to see what the North Battleford volunteers have been doing since the last work session. They have another workshop day coming shortly in North Battleford. The museum staff were kept busy over the Halloween season with activities for adults and children. It was a fun time for all. A big thank you goes out to all the staff for all the work they do to prepare for all the events. Keep up the good work. Most of the summer birds have left the area for milder weather conditions to the south. Winter birds are about now. Our weather feels more like early October, but the little

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animals are not taking any chances as they are well prepared for the winter months to start soon now. The chipmunks and gophers have gone into hibernation and the bush rabbits and weasels have their fur turn from summer brown to snow white while other animals are growing thick coats of fur to keep warm. Our weather has made a sudden change so farmers can get back to the crops that were left in the fields when the snow fell a few weeks ago. It is so nice to see some warm sunshine, but it does take awhile to get the dampness out of the system before conditions are good for the combines and swathers to roll into the fields. Being well into November, the days are much shorter, which means the combining hours are also short. We just had another light shower of rain to hold up harvesting for a little more time. Good luck to all the farmers and the helpers to get what they can harvested.

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ments have been made on social media regarding recent criminal activity in the Town of Maidstone. According to Cst. Ryan Reid of the Maidstone Enhanced Policing Unit, Maidstone RCMP has received complaints regarding the break and enter of and mischief to vehicles in the Town of Maidstone, however not to the extent reported on social media. The Maidstone RCMP asks that anybody who has had their property rummaged through, damaged or stolen to immediately report it so it can be properly tracked, monitored

and action taken. “Often it is felt that the damage or items taken are of minimal value, however without proper information, police are unable to get a view of the bigger picture and act appropriately,” says Reid. This includes data analysis and “hot spot” tracking. With appropriate information Police resources can be reallocated where required, he adds. What police require is that the victim of the crime provide police with firsthand information about the events that took place. This information can include a short summary of the crime, descriptions of items taken or damage done, possible suspects and any other information of value. While still helpful, third party information is often not as accurate, police say. To protect property, police advise anything of value be removed from motor vehicles and campers, including ignition keys. Vehicles should be locked or otherwise secured and yards and property should be well lit. “The safety of the communities we police and live in are of the utmost importance to us, and we continue to take any level of crime seriously,” Reid emphasizes. “The Maidstone RCMP is fortunate to work with organizations such as Rural Crime watch and Crime Stoppers to curb crime.

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Hall hosts good crowd for Remembrance Day By Elaine Woloshyn Correspondent

Did Mother Nature get confused and switch November with October? We certainly will not complain, because for the past two weeks it has been a nice change. Farmers, carpenters and other professions working outdoors are not complaining and neither are the indoor individuals who like to get a wee bit of fresh air. In our area farmers are trying to complete harvest, but from the looks of things in some cases harvest will actually get completed in the spring of 2017. Deepest sympathy to Kolin, Cheryl Bulmer and family as Kolin’s mother Effie Bulmer, formerly of the Lilac district, recently passed away. Eeffie had been a resident of River Heights Lodge in North Battleford for the past two years. Kolin’s father Howard passed away one year ago. The Remembrance Day service at Mayfair Hall had a fair-sized crowd who were glad to have attended. Did you know in 1965 there were more than 100 wars going on in the world? Some we never heard of, others were small and then there were large wars, according to our guest speaker retired Ghis-

ayfair News lain Bellavance. He served in three wars – Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia. An interesting story was told by Bellavance in which the two sides were shooting at one another across the street and all of a sudden a small child ran onto the street and a soldier on Bellavance’s side bravely, amid gunshots, saved the child, although he suffered gunshot wounds. What a heartwarming story. This battle abruptly ended and this incident stays etched in the mind of Bellavance. The Vietnam war saw a wounded Lt. Col. Bellevance in the hospital. In those days a soldier who was a peacekeeper could not even defend himself, as they were not allowed to carry a weapon and use it in self defence. Today these rules have changed. Winning a gold medal is always a remarkable achievement. This is what Morris and Bev Thomas’s grandchildren won at bowling two weeks ago. William and Bridget Shelley and friend Jasmine Berger won the North Saskatchewan Seniors Trio Provincials tournament in

Maidstone Museum hosts party on Halloween By Dorothy Schwartz Correspondent

MAIDSTONE — The annual Halloween party for children was hosted by the Maidstone Museum committee at the Maidstone Drop In Centre Oct. 31 from 3 to 7:30 p.m. The museum members, in conjunction with Cathy Utri’s Girl Guides hosted 153 parents and children this year. There are 12 activities to take part in and lots of treats. The winners of the door prizes were Juanne Owen, Tyler Michayluk, Skyler Chaisson and Jocelyn Theuma. A big thank you to all who donated and worked at this event to make it a huge success once again. The response from individuals and businesses was overwhelming.

Prince Albert. Margaret Adam has recently returned from a short visit with her three grandchildren and daughter Leslie, who live in Edmonton. Her two granddaughters belong to European handball teams attending tournaments in Europe and other countries and place well. Doreen Kulpa’s old farm site came to life this past July when she had a family reunion. Doreen has seven children, 28 grandchildren and 18 greatgrandchildren. About 75 attended, bringing trailers and tents. Daughter Eva (Mark) Saber from Abbotsford, B.C was not there. In attendance were Brenda and Stacey Krawetz, Carol MacDonald, Delbert (Sheila) Miller, Alden (Lorna) Miller, and Susan (Reynold) Strigan and their families. There was a lot of action with kids playing ball, storytelling and getting reacquainted, as they do not see one another often. This was a three-day reunion on Doreen’s side. Her maiden name is Desmarais. Doreen has resided in North Battleford for a number of years, but still enjoys the drives to her farm site. Nominations for executive and board members for Mayfair and District Recreation Association In-

Participating in the Remembrance Day service at Mayfair Hall were: front row - Lorena Lafreniere, Jan Cherwinski, Rollie Pelletier, Cst. Donovan Kajner, Ghislain Bellavance, Curtis Babiy; back row - Ruby Rafuse, Jean Pelletier and Sally Salisburg.

corporated have to be in by 4 p.m. Monday, Nov. 21 to the RM office. Election of officers will take place at the annual general meeting at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 29 at Mayfair Hall. Hunting season is here again, so we will be hearing more hunter traffic noise on the highways and gunshots If every hunter abides by the law then there should never be any problems. The news media report of individuals getting into to trouble. A responsible person should know the rules and then life would be much easier to live. Experts claim that wild meat has much less fat than domestic, making it healthier for a person to eat.

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A case against division of household labour Ed, my old neighbour from Saskatchewan, was still cranky from a bout of the flu and cold yesterday. Thankfully, his cold and flu had gone away, but not all of his grumpiness had disappeared. Being miserable left a fair-sized mark on Ed, like a wet towel on wood. Ruby, Ed’s wife, described him as in recovery but prone to fits of temper. I understand being subject to fits of temper myself, but they are better to give than to receive. When Ed phoned yesterday, I was slow in answering because I was vacuuming. “What took you so long?” demanded Ed. “I was vacuuming,”

I explained, a bit aggravated at his tone of voice. “Why are you vacuuming?” he demanded again like I owed him an explanation. “Why do you need to know?” I answered in a voice losing its friendliness. Then I added, “It’s my job.” “It’s your wife’s job,” he snapped like I should know that. “There is a division of labour in a marriage and husbands do not do housework, especially vacuuming,” he said like I was as dumb as dirt. “It sets a bad example for other men everywhere,” he added as though nothing more needed to be said on the subject.

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Ed and I might have disagreed more about the division of labour, but Ed had called to share about his curling team and the burden of being such a “saviour skip” to his team. His curlers have been erratic rather than consistent. I suggested Ed should play as a one-man team. He could then be the

perfect lead, second and third curler and skip all in one as the king of curling. Ed admitted if he did so, for a game or two, it would convince his team of his great talent and they would give him the respect he deserves. I assured Ed the respect he deserves would come to him sooner or

later. The truth, is honour does not always come to those who deserve it. The Bible confirms “the race is not to the swift or the battle to the strong,” for situations and circumstances may be such that folks don’t get what they ought. Sometimes even the innocent may be found guilty. Time and chance, the unfolding of good and evil keep the present and the future uncertain. In the past, they put a sign above Jesus when he was on the cross that said “this is the king of the Jews.” The fact that Jesus was the Son of God did not result in his respect here on Earth. Instead of a throne and a costly

crown, he was nailed to the cross with thorns for a bloody crown. Many hurled insults at him calling for him to save himself. Even one of the criminals crucified beside Jesus mocked him saying, “Aren’t you the Christ? Save yourself and us!” The other criminal being crucified gave Jesus respect for he was certain Jesus had done nothing wrong. Jesus was crucified because God despaired over the division, between himself, and sinful mankind. Jesus’ life and death reconciled sinners to God. Jesus brought God’s complete and undeserved pardon for us as his respected sinners.

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Margaret Marshall Saunders (1861-1947) Activist and bestselling author

Raising awareness with the written word Born in Milton, Nova Scotia, to a family of accomplished academics, Margaret Marshall Saunders grew up in a stimulating, privileged environment. She loved to read and write, learned Latin from her father at a young age, and studied abroad in Scotland and France— all things that weren’t exactly typical for a woman of her time and place, and of which she took full advantage. Encouraged by family and friends, Saunders chose to pursue a career in writing after finishing her studies. While her talent for the craft was undeniable, no one could have imagined just how important her work would become on a global scale. Shortly after publishing her first novel—My Spanish Sailor, a love story—Saunders submitted one of her stories to a contest sponsored by the American Humane Education Society. Her submission, titled Beautiful Joe, was based on true events, telling the story of a once-abandoned dog that went on to save the lives of the family who rescued him. Narrated from the dog’s perspective, the touching tale won the society’s $200 prize. Published as a book in 1894, Beautiful Joe was an instant hit that catapulted Saunders onto the global literary scene. It became the first Canadian novel to sell more than a million copies and was translated into numerous languages. Beyond being a good read, Beautiful Joe had a profound and unexpected impact on society: it raised worldwide awareness of animal cruelty, an issue largely ignored until then. After the triumph of Beautiful Joe, Saunders—who used the pen name Marshall Saunders, deemed more suitable for commercial success—went on to pen more than twenty other pieces. Many of her works were laced with social commentary on issues such as child labour, supervised playgrounds and slum clearance. Using her fame as a tool for advocacy, she gave frequent lectures and wrote columns for respected Canadian newspapers to bring attention to the causes she held dear. An outspoken member of many organizations, she was especially passionate about animal welfare and patronized several humane societies. Margaret Marshall Saunders, bestselling author and recipient of countless honours, passed away in 1947. Her illustrious career as both a writer and an activist left a lasting mark on society, and her best-known work, Beautiful Joe, lives on as a timeless tale of hope and love.

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According to the 2011 National Household Survey, more than 155,000 Canadians have some degree of Pakistani ethnic origin. Now a large, prosperous segment of Canada’s diverse population, the Pakistani community was nearly non-existent in the Great White North until fairly recent times. In 1905, around 200 people from modern-day Pakistan (then called British India) migrated to British Columbia to work on the burgeoning railway system. This first Pakistani community on Canadian soil would remain the only significant settlement from the south Asian country until the mid-twentieth century. By the time Canada’s wartime ban on south Asian immigration was lifted in 1949, Pakistan had gained its independence as a country. Because Canada’s new immigration laws heavily favoured applicants with college degrees, the first generation of Pakistani-Canadians was highly educated. Its members quickly settled into their new northern home and soon began making their own contributions to mainstream culture. Their numbers remained low, however; it was only after Prime Minister Trudeau adopted the 1976 Immigration Act that the community started seeing considerable growth, which remains steady to this day. Toronto currently hosts the largest celebration of Pakistani culture in Canada, the annual Pakistan Day Parade. In popular culture, the CBC television series Little Mosque on the Prairie, which revolved around a bi-cultural Pakistani-Canadian family, was a surprise hit and put several actors of Pakistani heritage into the spotlight. Suroosh Alvi, co-founder of the VICE media network, was born in Toronto to Pakistani parents. In pro sports, noteworthy names include former Hab Manny Malhotra as well as CFL linebacker Bobby Khan.

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Brett Payne

MLS®582336

Check out this great family home with 1,282 sq. ft. custom built bi-level home located on a quiet cul-de-sac in Battleford features 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, well maintained home. Main level has a large living room with a bow window, bright kitchen with an island and wall-in pantry. Large double attached garage with direct entry to the home. Very private well manicured yard with NG service to the Patio.

$449,900

175-1st Street East, Meota

Kayla Petersen/Elaine Elder MLS®570647

• 1,600 excellent year round home • 4 bedrooms, 2 & ½ bathrooms • 80ft by 125 ft. lot, garden area and fire pit area • Wheel chair accessibility, main floor laundry etc. etc. • Triple attached garage

$399,900

2 Parker Court

Wally Lorenz

MLS®590543

• 1,818 sq. ft. on 2 level • 6 bedroom, 2 bath home • Many features nine foot ceilings, maple hard wood flooring, stainless steel appliances, N/G fireplace • Back yard having a deck, a patio and is fenced • Triple attached garage

$545,000

1 1/2 Storey Quality Luxury Home

Dorothy Lehman

MLS®560423

Features 2,773 sq. ft. on 2 level with 3 bedroom, 3 bathrooms home gorgeous kitchen with alder wood kitchen cabinets, granite counter top, under mount sink in island. Dining room to screened in deck viewing lake. Foyer, utility room, furnace room. Second level unique 994 sq. ft. with 2 bedrooms and huge family room. Double attached heated garage.

$799,000

271-18th Street

Wally Lorenz

MLS®587839

• 988 sq. ft. on 1 level • 2+1 bedroom bungalow home • Large 61 x 118 ft. lot • Home and yard need some TLC

$169,000

Lot 33, Sub 5, Meeting Lake

Shawna Schira-Kroeker MLS®572172 • 1000 sq. ft. cabin • 3 BDR, 1 BA, • 2 sheds, fire pit area • Wood & electric heat • Side and back deck • Quick possessions available

$115,000

61-28th Street

Brett Payne

MLS®580504

Location! Location! Location! This 1,485 sq. ft. home feature 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms has been extensively up-graded. Very open floor plan. Kitchen with a large island, cabinets, granite counter tops and more. New stainless steel appliances. Home has a large master bedroom. Main bath has also completely redone. Extralarge family room, third level has a large rumpus room and more. Lower level features a hot tub. Great family home. Check it out!

$399,900

501-1st Avenue, Rabbit Lake

Shawna Schira-Kroeker MLS®575062 • 1,152 sq. ft. double lot • 2 BD, 1 BA , c/w all appliances • garden area, storage shed and a mature yard • Immediate possession available

$82,000

New Construction Bi-Level Home

Dorothy Lehman

MLS®570827

Beautiful 1341 sq. ft. modified Bilevel. 3 bedrooms, large ensuite. Open concept living room & kitchen, garden doors to deck. Basement developed. Yard is landscaped grass rocks, UGSS, fence. GST paid by seller.

$449,000

Lot 1-2 Main St., Rabbit Lake

Shawna Schira-Kroeker MLS®584138 • • • • •

Cozy 2 BD, 1 BA home Double lot (60x130) HE Furnace and hot water tank was replaced 2013 Avg monthly power $75.00, avg. energy $75.00 Double detached garage, storage shed and green house • Immediate possession available

$49,900

RM of Battle River, Battleford

Kayla Petersen

MLS®584220

• 158.5 acres w/ back 90 cultivated and top 30 hayed • 2,400 sq. ft. on 2 levels • 5 bedroom, 4 bath home • Fully insulated barn/workshop w/ 2-12ft sliding doors • Triple attached garage, Appliances included

$749,000

Lot 20 Chitek Dr., Chitek Lake

Shawna Schira-Kroeker MLS®590419 • Lot is 54x150 • Serviced with septic tank, water well, nat gas and power • Lot also comes with a transferrable Boat Dock space • GST is the responsibility of the buyer • Build your summer get away

$139,900

RM of Battle River

Al White

MLS®589102

• 1,278 sq. ft., 40 acres fenced • Total of 4 bedroom, 3 bath home • Corrals, feed shelter, barn, storage shed, drilled well, lagoon • Detached garage 24x26 • All services cedar log home

$359,000

318 Orton Street, Cut Knife

JoAnne Iverson

MLS®561038

• 1,495 sq. ft., 4 bedroom, 3 bath home • Bright spacious kitchen, separate dining with patio door to the deck • Basement is developed, Laundry at the entrance to garage (26x26) • Garage is insulated in 2013, front door & water heater replaced 2014 • Double attached garage

$159,900

#101-2741 99th Street

Wally Lorenz

MLS®589910

• 5,400 sq. ft. building area that the business operates from is leased space and the owner of the property is prepared to provide a long term lease • Excellent opportunity to take over a well-established business at a very reasonable investment • The business is being sold with all inventory, equipment, furniture, display racks and shelving • Carpet store business opportunity in the City of NB

$225,000

309 Finley Avenue, Cut Knife

Marlene Kotchorek

MLS®583664

• 1,283 sq. ft. , 3+1 bedroom, 3 bath home • Large kitchen, dining area • Patio doors leading to the deck and large back yard • Some new windows, newer soffits, facia, furnace, water heater • Sellers would like to leave all furniture

$119,900

14 Railway Avenue E

Wally Lorenz

MLS®590438

• Excellent opportunity to purchase a well – known franchise that has been in this location for about 30 years and has developed a repeat customer base over the years • Being sold as a franchise and includes land, 4 bay building, all equipment, stock/inventory, • Office equipment • 4 overhead doors were new in 2014-15 • Building has a security system that secure all areas of the building

$1,300,000

RM of Buffalo, Wilkie

Elaine Elder

MLS®574301

This 1,662 sq. ft. home located 6 miles North of Wilkie. Approx. 10 acres of land with dugout, a 100+ year old sturdy barn, 2 sheds and a garage. This acreage is a must to see if you are looking to get out of town!

$199,900

Vacant Lot in Murray Lake Al White

MLS®589712

• Pristine lake front lot • 73.9 x 145.7 lot size • Potable deep water • Natural gas, telephone, & power are at the property line • All offers entertained

$129,900

34 Mathews - Turtle Lake Lodge Crescent, Turtle Lake

Kayla Petersen/Wally Lorenz MLS®564384

• 1,123 sq. ft. year round cabin • 3 bedrooms, full bath, nat gas heat, wood fireplace, water well, large covered deck • Storage shed, fenced back yard and cover for wood • Included are F/S/W/D, window coverings and light fixtures

$325,000

A Great Place to Live Near the Lake

Commercial Vacant Lot

6.78 acres with a 1208 sq. ft. bungalow built in 2014. 2 bedroom, bright living room, dining area. Beautiful oak kitchen cabinets and builtin china cabinet. Bright cozy sun room 16x6, office and porch and bathroom. Check out!

This 3 acre parcel on the edge of the City of North Battleford zoned light industrial. All utilities and hookups at buyers cost. Great affordable development opportunity to build a shop, business or warehouse.

2452 Kildeer Drive

Territorial Estates Condos

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY NOV.20

OPEN HOUSE EVERY THURS.

Dorothy Lehman

MLS®585316

$575,000

Dorothy Lehman MLS®559923, MLS®559927

$146,000

ea. lot

402 - 1st Street E, Wilkie

Nicole Lovell

MLS®579247

Location! Location! Location! This 1,404 sq. ft. Bi-level built in 1983 recently extensively upgraded with 4 bedrooms (2 up + 2 down), 3 baths. Flooring throughout is mostly cherry hardwood and ceramic tile, very open floor plan. Outside features: two tiered deck, trees, some shrubs, lawn in front and back as well as a single detached garage. Just down the street from the school and walking distance to the public swimming pool and close to all amenities.

LIVE OPEN HOUSE ON NOV. 26 AT 3 PM.

Visit Facebook page at Nicole Lovelle-Realtor west central Saskatchewan.

$245,000

201 Holman Street, Luseland

Nicole Lovell

MLS®579294

Excellent location on a large 77.50’x130’ lot. This 960 sq. ft. bungalow home features 4 bedrooms (3 up + 1 down), kitchen with plenty of cupboards, 4 pc bath, dining and living room. Basement featured: fourth bedroom, large rumpus, utility/laundry room and storage room. Recent Renos completed. Lawn on front and back with a single detached garage.

$149,000

#5-5364 54 Progress St., Macklin

Nicole Lovell

MLS®579527

Spacious Condo 1,212 sq. ft. of luxury living built in 2007. This 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo boasts hardwood flooring and high end lightning fixtures as well as a vaulted living room ceiling. Outdoor entrance in back leads to private concrete patio. RV parking in back lane is a shared space and single attached garage.

$268,000

RM of Tramping Lake, Unity

Nicole Lovell

MLS®579259

Beautiful Creek View! This 3,297 sq. ft. two storey split home Built in 1997 on 37.4 acres of pre-approved subdivided land. Feature 3 bedrooms, 3 bath home. Walkout basement has concrete floor heated with boiler, nat gas, A/C, Hepa and UV air filters, c/v, R/O system, Brick ext; cedar shakes, 22x22 attached garage. Feel the unique ambiance of this home.

$498,000

RM of Mayfield No. 406

Lloyd Ledinski/Elaine Elder MLS ®591593

Approx. 950 acres. 324 acres of cultivated grain land. Approx. 626 acres of natural pasture and prairie wool pasture and spring feed pasture water. 2 ½ miles south of Maymont on 376. Fenced with 3 wires and treated post. What a property over looking the North Saskatchewan River and the River Valley. Excellent Big game hunting white tail deer, Moose and Great goose hunting in the area.

RM of Battle River

Lloyd Ledinski

MLS®570699

15.43 acre parcel of land overlooking the river and the town of Battleford. Make your dreams come true, build the home you want and rent out the 60 x 80 new pole building for additional income and still have lots of room for your horses, etc.

$700,000

RM of Leask

Lloyd Ledinski

MLS®580974

479 acres of excellent pasture with ample water and good fences. 364 acres of tame grass, balance bush and natural pasture.1092 sq. ft. 3 bedroom home with full basement. 40x60 steel Quonset, 28x40 Quonset style barn with mezzanine area. Very well kept property.

$570,000

391-2nd Street W, Glaslyn

Lloyd Ledinski/Brett Payne MLS®589192

This 980 sq. ft. two bedrooms home built in 2006 with 2 bathrooms on main 1 bathroom has the upgraded walk in tub floor is ceramic tile throughout and easy to keep clean, landscaped yard and single detached garage. Let’s make the move before the cold weather sits in.

$194,900

RM of Canwood, Big River

Lloyd Ledinski MLS®561901

This gorgeous home/lodge is approx.. 3,100 sq. ft. on three levels including attached garage. Very tastefully done. Heated with propane plus does have solar panels and windmill. Most furniture is included. Comes with 154 acres of bush type land with 140 acres fenced with 8” high game fence plus one electric wire.

$599,000

JoAnne Iverson MLS®584568, MLS®584573

2:00 – 4:00 p.m.

• 6 months of no condo fees • 1,034 sq. ft. to 1,404 sq. ft. Indoor ground level parking. • Price ranges $256,900 - $359,900

2426 Buhler Ave. North Battleford 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

• Immediate Occupancy • No Taxes/condo fees till January 1, 2017 Call Al White for details

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Block D, Baldwinton

Marlene Kotchorek

MLS®580201

$194,900

605-2 Street E, Spiritwood

Shawna Schira-Kroeker MLS®573801 • • • • •

$315,000

RM of Battle River, Delmas

Wally Lorenz

MLS®557701

• Total of 46 acres • Has the potential of gravel deposits • Build your dream home on this parcel of land • Beautiful acreage overlooking the river

$296,000

8 Lakeshore Drive Moonlight Bay, Turtle Lake

$336,500

Lot 5-6 Machray St., Primate

Nicole Lovell

MLS®585231

$64,000

1312 - 96th Street

Brett Payne • • • • • •

MLS®590649

$349,900

1491-94th Street

Elaine Elder

MLS®590464

This 1,130 sq. ft. is a great family home located on a 75x120 ft. corner lot on the Westside. 4 bedroom, 2 bath home and a single detached garage.

$249,900

1391-98th Street

$194,900

#104-1442-102nd Street

JoAnne Iverson

$151,900

MLS®589499

• 2 bed, 1 bath home • 732 sq. ft. • New cupboards and countertops in the kitchen • Siding and metal roof 3 years old • Close to convenience store and car wash

$73,900

871-110th Street

Marlene Kotchorek

MLS®589501

$85,900

1392-108th Street

Marlene Kotchorek

MLS®582742

$219,900

2228 Douglas Avenue

JoAnne Iverson

MLS®589080

$274,900

2537 Cardinal Crescent

Brett Payne

MLS®583951

$397,000

11315 Centennial Crescent

Brett Payne MLS®590148 • 1,794 sq. ft. on 2 level • 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom home • Many features to mention • Double attached garage, Parking spaces • Custom built in 2009

$479,900

10343 Bunce Crescent

Elaine Elder

MLS®590790

$464,900

602-103rd Street

Dorothy Lehman

MLS®588522

$49,000

1582-104th Street

JoAnne Iverson

MLS®583245

$159,900

812-106th Street

MLS®586685

Marlene Kotchorek

Al White/Brett Payne MLS®588615

10304 Maher Drive

Kayla Petersen • • • •

MLS®582562

$399,900

RM of North Battleford

Elaine Elder

MLS®583012

$549,900

2302 Kildeer Drive

Al White

MLS®591073

$499,000

8914 Bowers Drive

$239,000

165 Janet Place

Brett Payne

MLS®582336

$449,900

175-1st Street East, Meota

Kayla Petersen/Elaine Elder MLS®570647

$399,900

2 Parker Court

Wally Lorenz

MLS®590543

$545,000

1 1/2 Storey Quality Luxury Home

Dorothy Lehman

MLS®560423

$799,000

271-18th Street

Wally Lorenz

MLS®587839

• 988 sq. ft. on 1 level • 2+1 bedroom bungalow home • Large 61 x 118 ft. lot • Home and yard need some TLC

$169,000

Lot 33, Sub 5, Meeting Lake

Shawna Schira-Kroeker MLS®572172 • 1000 sq. ft. cabin • 3 BDR, 1 BA, • 2 sheds, fire pit area • Wood & electric heat • Side and back deck • Quick possessions available

$115,000

61-28th Street

Brett Payne

MLS®580504

$399,900

501-1st Avenue, Rabbit Lake

Shawna Schira-Kroeker MLS®575062 • 1,152 sq. ft. double lot • 2 BD, 1 BA , c/w all appliances • garden area, storage shed and a mature yard • Immediate possession available

$82,000

New Construction Bi-Level Home

Dorothy Lehman

MLS®570827

$449,000

Lot 1-2 Main St., Rabbit Lake

Shawna Schira-Kroeker MLS®584138 • • • • •

$49,900

RM of Battle River, Battleford

Kayla Petersen

MLS®584220

$749,000

Lot 20 Chitek Dr., Chitek Lake

$139,900

RM of Battle River

Al White

MLS®589102

• 1,278 sq. ft., 40 acres fenced • Total of 4 bedroom, 3 bath home • Corrals, feed shelter, barn, storage shed, drilled well, lagoon • Detached garage 24x26 • All services cedar log home

$359,000

318 Orton Street, Cut Knife

JoAnne Iverson

MLS®561038

$159,900

#101-2741 99th Street

Wally Lorenz

MLS®589910

$225,000

309 Finley Avenue, Cut Knife

Marlene Kotchorek

MLS®583664

$119,900

14 Railway Avenue E

Wally Lorenz

MLS®590438

$1,300,000

RM of Buffalo, Wilkie

Elaine Elder

MLS®574301

$199,900

Vacant Lot in Murray Lake Al White

MLS®589712

• Pristine lake front lot • 73.9 x 145.7 lot size • Potable deep water • Natural gas, telephone, & power are at the property line • All offers entertained

$129,900

34 Mathews - Turtle Lake Lodge Crescent, Turtle Lake

Kayla Petersen/Wally Lorenz MLS®564384

$325,000

A Great Place to Live Near the Lake

Commercial Vacant Lot

2452 Kildeer Drive

Territorial Estates Condos

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY NOV.20

OPEN HOUSE EVERY THURS.

Dorothy Lehman

MLS®585316

$575,000

Dorothy Lehman MLS®559923, MLS®559927

$146,000

ea. lot

402 - 1st Street E, Wilkie

Nicole Lovell

MLS®579247

LIVE OPEN HOUSE ON NOV. 26 AT 3 PM.

Visit Facebook page at Nicole Lovelle-Realtor west central Saskatchewan.

$245,000

201 Holman Street, Luseland

Nicole Lovell

MLS®579294

$149,000

#5-5364 54 Progress St., Macklin

Nicole Lovell

MLS®579527

$268,000

RM of Tramping Lake, Unity

Nicole Lovell

MLS®579259

$498,000

RM of Mayfield No. 406

Lloyd Ledinski/Elaine Elder MLS ®591593

RM of Battle River

Lloyd Ledinski

MLS®570699

$700,000

RM of Leask

Lloyd Ledinski

MLS®580974

$570,000

391-2nd Street W, Glaslyn

Lloyd Ledinski/Brett Payne MLS®589192

$194,900

RM of Canwood, Big River

Lloyd Ledinski MLS®561901

$599,000

JoAnne Iverson MLS®584568, MLS®584573

2:00 – 4:00 p.m.

• 6 months of no condo fees • 1,034 sq. ft. to 1,404 sq. ft. Indoor ground level parking. • Price ranges $256,900 - $359,900

2426 Buhler Ave. North Battleford 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

• Immediate Occupancy • No Taxes/condo fees till January 1, 2017 Call Al White for details

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