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Carlyle and White Bear take step towards reconciliation with permanent residential school memorial

By Emily Klatt

The Town of Carlyle and White Bear First Nations have announced the installation of a permanent memorial in Carlyle’s Centennial Park, dedicated to children lost to residential schools, residential school survivors and their families.

The announcement was made Monday afternoon during a ceremony held in honour of National Indigenous Peoples Day, a day which recognizes and celebrates the history, culture and contributions of First Nations, Métis and Inuit people in Canada.

“Today, we recognize the injustices as we gather on these traditional lands and pledge to begin reconciliation with the guidance of our neighbors at White Bear First Nations,” said Carlyle Mayor Jennifer Sedor in a speech during the ceremony.

The memorial will be placed at the archway at the entrance to Centen-

nial Park “as a reminder to all those that pass under, to never forget those that have been forever impacted by the residential school system in Canada,” Sedor said.

A temporary memorial was erected last month in front of the Carlyle town office following news of the discovery of 215 unmarked graves at the former site of an Indian residential school in Kamloops, B.C. Sedor was joined at Monday’s gathering by Councillors Nicole Currie and Jared Riddell from Carlyle Town Council, along with White Bear First Nations Chief Nathan Pasap, White Bear Councillors Tanya Littlechief, Debbie Maxie, Dez Standingready and Diette Kinistino, and Elders Michael Lonechild and Nora Kikakaway.

Members of the public were also in attendance, including many students from Gordon F. Kells High School.

The White Bear First Nations is home to

four Indigenous nations: Cree, Anishinabe, Nakota and Dakota.

Lonechild and Kakakaway offered traditional prayers in honour of all those impacted by Canada’s residential school system.

“We’re here for (a) purpose, because of the things that happened in the past. The things that shouldn’t have happened in the past and the things that we don’t like to talk about,” Lonechild said.

“I’m going to say a prayer for our children and for you, and that we can move forward with a clear mind, a good mind, (and) that we (can) all recognize each other as good people. I think if we look at it like that, we’re going to be alright.”

Chief Nathan Pasap joined Sedor at the podium and accepted an offering of tobacco made on behalf of the Town of Carlyle to White Bear First Nations.

Pasap reflected on the difficult reality of Canada’s past actions and

Back row, from left, Carlyle Town Councillors Nicole Currie and Jared Riddell, Elder Michael Lonechild, Carlyle Mayor Jennifer Sedor, Chief Nathan Pasap, White Bear Councillors Dez Standingready and Diette Kinistino. Front row, from left, White Bear Councillor Debbie Maxie, Elder Nora Kakakaway, White Bear Councillor Tanya Littlechief. the long-term impacts of residential schools.

“Lots of our people didn’t come back from residential school. Lots of them didn’t make it. Lots of them came out of there so severely damaged by the atrocities that oc-

curred within these residential schools that they never came back. They’re still here, but they’re suffering because they had too much done to them,” Pasap said.

Alongside these difficult realities, Pasap

also acknowledged those residential school survivors who have risen to help their communities grow, and the need for healing, reconciliation and action amongst all communities.

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I just want to acknowledge that.”

As a gift to the Town of Carlyle and as an acknowledgement of the commitment to reconciliation between the two communities, Chief Pasap presented Sedor with a black and orange star quilt sewn by Flora Littlchief.

A pair of handmade moccasins with orange beads were also given in memory of the children lost to residential schools. The moccasins were crafted by Elder Sarah McArthur.

“Thank you to all who have attended today.

It was wonderful to have you out on these first steps together as two communities to hopefully open a wonderful partnership in our future,” Sedor said.

Carlyle Mayor Jennifer Sedor, left, accepts gifts of a star quilt and handmade moccasins from White Bear First Nations council members Tanya Littlechief, middle, and Debbie Maxie

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Carlyle Fun Dayz to return on August 21

By Kaitlyn Meisner

Carlyle residents, as well as surrounding communities, have something very exciting to look forward to this summer, as Carlyle Fun Dayz is scheduled to return this year on Aug. 21.

Carlyle Fun Dayz is a highlight of the year for most people in the Carlyle area, and normally features fun events on Main Street for people of every age group to enjoy. The event is also a chance for food trucks, vendors and businesses on Main Street to attract large crowds of people and introduce themselves to a wide range of new customers.

So far, the event this year is going to have a parade at 11 a.m., a Firefighter’s Rodeo (which starts in the morning and lasts all day), food trucks, beer gardens, and more. (See accompanying story for more on the Firefighter’s Rodeo).

One of the highlights this year will be the musical performances, especially since there will be a brand-new stage. There will be various excellent artists taking the stage this year, with Alex Runions from Kipling, Tanya Ryan from Alberta, and Big

Bad Storm from Regina, all coming to perform.

Overall, this year’s Carlyle Fun Dayz event is looking positive. Unfortunately, last year the event had to be cancelled due to COVID-19, but everything will hopefully be resumed this year, and be similar to Carlyle Fun Dayz in the past.

Carlyle Mayor Jenn Sedor explained that at first, they wanted to have a bigger event than usual, as it would technically be the fifth anniversary for Carlyle Fun Dayz, but with COVID-19 regulations being what they are this year, it looks like the event will at best look similar to other years. Overall, many plans are still on hold, as organizers wait to hear what regulations will be like for August.

Organizers still have high hopes for Carlyle Fun Dayz this year, though, and are looking forward to a great time and to increasing business on Main Street.

Sedor explained that she’s overall just excited to finally be able to see people enjoying Carlyle Fun Dayz again.

“I’m most excited to see everybody, to be honest … we haven’t had a really good event even in … our own

A parade will once again be part of Carlyle Fun Dayz, scheduled for Aug. 21. File photo homes … So, to think that there might be something just around the corner that looks a lot like it did pre-COVID, I mean I’m just really excited to see everyone out, and kind of give everyone a good time. We all deserve it.”

Sedor also added that if anyone wished to get involved, the best way to do so is to go to carlylefundayz. com and click the Join the Fun button. The site will have all the information for those who wish to become

involved, whether that be as a sponsor, vendor, volunteer or community organization.

Those who wish to know more about the events at Carlyle Fun Dayz in general can also go to the site in order to find information.

Firefighter’s Rodeo taking place in Carlyle as part of Fun Dayz

By Kaitlyn Meisner

This summer, during Carlyle Fun Dayz, the Carlyle Fire Department plans to host this year’s Firefighter’s Rodeo.

The rodeo will take place on Aug. 21 at the Carlyle Sports Arena.

The event will include a search and rescue scenario which will start at 7:30 a.m. with hopefully around nine teams each participating one after the other. After this, the event will move outside the rink to the parking lot.

While outside, the firefighters will go through some relay races which mimic situations similar to those that the firefighters come across regularly, as well as a tournament of water soccer.

For this year’s rodeo, Zane Vanderhulst, a volunteer at the Carlyle Fire Department, also said he hopes to have a pancake breakfast, beer gardens and a food truck at the event.

Last year, the Carlyle Fire Department was unable to host the

rodeo as planned, due to COVID-19. However, they are hoping this year that the COVID-19 regulations will allow for people to come watch the rodeo in person. It is a chance for people to get a glimpse of the way that the local fire departments operate and to understand the problems they deal with.

Overall, Vanderhulst explained that the rodeo is most important for the way that it impacts and helps the firefighters. Being a smalltown department means

that they often must rely on other departments for help. Therefore, this rodeo is important for creating an environment where departments can work together.

“It is one of the few times we get together in a light atmosphere, and when it’s not a tragic or stressful situation.

It’s a time for different

fire departments to get together and see how each other do things and get … to know other departments’ procedures, which is probably the most important reason to do this.”

Vanderhulst also suggested a few ways that people can get involved and show support for the fire departments.

“If anyone is interested, talk to your local fire departments… we are always looking for community minded people to join. And [I] encourage anyone to come out and see what the day has to offer and see the area fire fighters compete for the chance to take the trophy back to their hall.”

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Maximizing first doses may be a problem

By Murray Mandryk Saskatchewan has soared past one million COVID-19 vaccine doses.

This is great news — literally, the shot in the arm we all want.

It’s also the big reason why Premier Scott Moe has announced that, as of July 11, we will be able to end mask-wearing restrictions and end restrictions on large gatherings so we can have weddings or fill Mosaic Stadium for Saskatchewan Roughrider games.

This is, quite literally, a return to business as usual ... although it won’t quite be business as usual for some time yet.

This is something that Moe emphasized in his announcement that also strongly suggested the COVID-19 fight is not over. And in a somewhat unnerving reminder, Saskatchewan’s chief medical health officer Dr. Saqib Shahab suggested earlier this month that COVID-19 may linger for many years as the Spanish flu did for years after the initial outbreak in 1918, with outbreaks and new mutating variants.

The burning question right now is: How do we keep encouraging people to get vaccinated if we no longer have the carrot and/or the stick of reopening things that were shut down?

Eyebrows were raised when Moe announced the kick-in of the third step and final step in re-opening, even though Saskatchewan was short of the stated goal of having 70 per cent of those 12 years and older who are eligible vaccinated with at least one dose.

The real problem, however, may not specifically be Moe announcing his full-scale re-opening plan before reaching what was always a rather arbitrary goal.

While there is a good argument that removal of restrictions should have been tied to reaching some level of the population fully vaccinated with a second dose, there’s actually been some pretty good news on that second-dose front.

We lag behind virtually every other province in the country in percentage of the total population with first-dose vaccinations —somewhat because of reluctance and difficulty in getting vaccines, but also because Saskatchewan has a disproportionally high percentage of child under 12 years that aren’t eligible for vaccines.

But we are more than holding our own when it comes to getting people out for second doses once they’ve invested in getting that first dose.

Eighty-three per cent of those over 80 now have had their second dose and 78 per cent of those between 70 and 79 years have had received their second dose.

That said, we might be close to maxing out on those interested in any doses at all.

There were 6,496 doses reported in Saskatchewan on Tuesday, but only 898 of them were first doses. At this rate, it would take another two weeks to fully meet that 70 per cent, first-dose target.

We will eventually reach that 70 per cent goal.

The questions are: How much higher will we go?

What are the consequences if we don’t go much higher? And what is going to motivate unvaccinated people to come in for vaccines if it is business as usual?

It’s all a bit puzzling because people know vaccines are working.

We know vaccinations are why we are seeing fewer daily COVID-19 cases and fewer hospitalizations.

We also know that 80 to 90 per cent of current hospitalizations are people who haven’t been vaccinated. Yet we seem to stalling when it comes to getting the remainder of people vaccinated.

Let’s hope re-opening doesn’t become Saskatchewan’s excuse not to finish the job.

Something worth celebrating study, undertaken by a news agency, marketing group and an American university, looked at cultural, economic, political and technological factors, as well as social purpose and agility.

They studied 78 countries and ranked them top to bottom. Where was Canada? Number 1.

This is the first year Shelley Luedtke Canada has claimed top spot, but it’s notable I have spent July that in previous rank1 in some interesting ings our nation sat at places over the years; No. 2 or 3. But this is a community park in how we are perceived Mission, B.C., on the globally. It’s how others interstate in Nevada, see us. We need to aca lake in Alberta, an knowledge that it mataquarium in southern ters how we see ourCalifornia, but primar- selves.

Canada is a nation ily in the towns or cities where I was living at the of people who have contributed to the health, time.

Summer holidays safety, security, acahave taken us to differ- demia, beauty and poent locations, but no litical structure of the matter where we might country – a country be, we took time to ac- that is facing a reckonknowledge Canada Day. ing. Depending upon I have helped build the perspective of those floats, sung with choirs, involved in the converserved cake, organized sation, we are either a crafts, walked in pa- nation on the rise or rades, worn special t- one in decline.

Then again, pershirts, gone to a football game, been entertained, haps both are true, attended a Canadian because while we can author book reading, rightly claim a standard and watched fireworks of excellence in some as part of various Can- areas, we also need to ada Day celebrations. accept responsibility in Even heading down others. There is much that interstate we had that will require citizens a version of “O Canada” to think soberly because we can’t envision where cued up ready to play.

Two months ago, we are heading until the results of the 2021 we come to terms with Best Countries Report where we have been.

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planet can claim a history of flawless leaders, foolproof agendas or ideal practices and policies. No nation’s history is without its painful chapters for some living within its borders.

No nation is blameless in making bad decisions and regrettable mistakes. But what sets apart those that rise from those that fall is how its people confront the past … and then shape the future.

Some are telling us that on Canada Day there is nothing to celebrate. I disagree. There is a lot worthy of the festivities. Yet make no mistake, just because there are reasons to celebrate doesn’t mean there isn’t history to be addressed. But where is the incentive to more fully uncover our past if we are constantly told how awful we are as a nation?

How can we aspire to anything better if we aren’t encouraged to understand where we could possibly go?

We seldom put effort into things we are told is a lost cause, but we will work tremendously hard when we believe there is a better outcome in front of us.

Cancelling anything shuts down opportunities for conversation when the very thing we need to be doing is digging deeper into understanding how we got here and what that Subscription Rates:

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We are hearing that typical Canada Day events leave no room for reflection. Well then, let’s change that. Let’s reflect on Indigenous history and contemporary challenges. Let’s get our heads around treatment of our veterans. Let’s stop taking clean water, adequate health care and access to mental health supports for granted and instead be louder advocates for neighbours that are lacking.

Let’s talk about racism, discrimination, bigotry and whatever else is tearing at the fabric of our nation, but let’s do it with the intent of trying to fix what is wrong, not continuing to tear away at the frayed edges in the hopes it will unravel.

We can and will continue to disagree on much. We can and will continue to elect different governments in hopes of different outcomes. We can and will continue to wonder about the future of natural resources, social issues, immigration and freedom of speech. But we can and will continue to do so because Canada is a place where those conversations can happen.

So yes, I will celebrate Canada Day, not because this nation is perfect but because it’s worth fighting for.

That’s my outlook.

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Friday, June 25, 2021

Report from the Saskatchewan Legislature Submitted by Daryl Harrison

Saskatchewan is seeing success in the fight against COVID-19.

A few weeks ago, Step 1 of our Re-Opening Roadmap began with household gathering limits expanding up to 10 people and attendance at worship services, public gatherings, and table limits at restaurants all increasing. Youth and adult outdoor sports were able to resume as well.

Step 2 of our ReOpening Roadmap will see the removal of capacity limits on retail, personal care services, bars and restaurants; further increases to private gathering sizes; and organized indoor sports and recreational activities being allowed to resume.

We are seeing, as more and more people are getting vaccinated, that we can safely reopen while continuing to drive down the spread of COVID-19. And while this is encouraging, it is no time for complacency.

Residents who have not received their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine are strongly encouraged to book an appointment as soon as possible so that we can return to our prepandemic lifestyles at the earliest opportunity.

It is also equally im-

portant to get a second dose of the vaccine once you are eligible.

Saskatchewan's strong economy and balanced approach to COVID restrictions have resulted in our province posting the strongest job growth and lowest unemployment in Canada for the second consecutive month. This province is leading Canada's economic recovery. In May, our province added 4,100 new jobs with unemployment falling to 6.3 per cent. This is in stark contrast to the 68,000 jobs lost across the country.

Saskatchewan employers are hiring and recent private sector investments, worth billions of dollars, will create thousands of more good jobs and opportunities for Saskatchewan people in the months and years ahead.

This year is set to be a busy one for businesses operating in Saskatchewan Provincial Parks, with a variety of new and unique offerings taking the visitor experience to the next level.

In addition to the existing businesses Sask Parks visitors have come to know and love, this year, visitors can expect to see the following new offerings: •Prairie Paragliding at Blackstrap Pro-

vincial Park; •Sailing instruction

by Living Sky Sailing School at Elbow Harbour Recreation Site; •Aquatic Adventures new inflatable water parks at The Battlefords, Buffalo Pound, Duck Mountain and Greenwater Lake provincial parks; •"Come Try it Days" run by Sask Rowing Association at multiple provincial parks; •Night sky photography classes by Jazmin Lucasavich at Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park; •Luxury glamping tents at Saskatchewan Landing Provincial Park, provided by Glamping Resorts Ltd.; •Wellness events and self-care products offered

by Mother Wolf Soul and

Body at Echo Valley Provincial Park; •Wellness retreats hosted by Back2Nature at Candle Lake and Pike Lake provincial parks; •Outdoor yoga classes for adults and children hosted at Buffalo Pound Provincial Park by Strong with Nature Yoga; •Zumba and yoga at Makwa Lake Provincial Park hosted by C-L-G Zumba Yoga Meditation; •Hillside Smoke 'n Que at Buffalo Pound Provincial Park, operating at the Lower Chalet with competition style BBQ Food Truck services; •Bike repair and service at Buffalo Pound Lower Chalet provided

by Velofix; and •Fresh Air Experience demonstrations and

outdoor equipment sales at various provincial park and recreation sites throughout the province.

Residents are reminded to follow COVID restrictions and public health guidelines for their area. The most recent guidelines can be found online at www.saskatchewan.ca.

Work is progressing on our government’s plan to construct 30 sets of passing lanes over the next two years. This includes two sets of passing lanes on Highway 2 north of Prince Albert and the last of 13 sets of passing lanes on Highway 39 between Milestone and the U.S. border.

More than 1,350 kilometres of provincial highways will be improved this year, the sec-

ond of our government’s 10-year Growth Plan goal to build and upgrade 10,000 kilometres of highways.

I’m proud to say that our government is also making a significant investment to improve the quality of life for individuals managing diabetes and ease the financial impacts on families.

Recently, the province announced that it is now providing coverage for Continuous and Flash Glucose Monitors (CGM/ FGM) and related supplies at no cost for children and youth under 18 who meet specific medical criteria. In addition, the Insulin Pump Program will now cover Type 1 diabetics of all ages who meet certain medical criteria.

Daryl Harrison Member of the Legislative Assembly for Cannington Constituency

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Friday, June 25, 2021

Kennedy’s rodeo is a go for this summer

By Laura Kish

“Everything’s a go!” says Jill Lowe, co-chair of the Moose Mountain Pro Rodeo committee.

After a one-year hiatus for most events, the 88th Moose Mountain Pro Rodeo is set for July 24 and 25.

“We had been waiting for the announcements for the different phases as well as the announcement of the Calgary Stampede before we decided to go ahead with the rodeo in Kennedy, so

we were crossing our fingers,” explains Lowe.

Competitors traditionally carry on from the Stampede to the rodeo in Kennedy on their rodeo rounds, so it’s been confirmed that the tradition will carry on in 2021.

The rodeo is expected to run pretty much the same as other years with the exception of no bouncy houses for the little tykes. For those little ones, they’ll have the excitement of digging for treasures in the sand

piles.

The rodeo committee will be providing food out of their new booth, and the ever-popular mini donut vendor will also be on the grounds.

“All the details are in place,” says Lowe. “We just have to fine-tune a couple of things.”

The rodeo starts with a slack performance on July 23 at 5 p.m. July 24 kicks off with a parade at noon followed by a demolition derby. For those entering the derby July 24 and 25, they’ve

had an extra year to get their car in tip top shape.

A pop-up market will be at the rodeo grounds.

And of course, watch for the ever popular wild ponies.

This rodeo will be a Canadian Professional Rodeo Association and Professional Rodeo

Cowboys Association approved rodeo, so the money the cowboys and cowgirls make here go towards their standings for the Canadian Finals Rodeo and the National Finals Rodeo.

Big Stone Rodeo Company will once again be providing the rodeo stock.

“One of the biggest jobs for the rodeo is getting the sponsorships,” explains Lowe, as she says that’s the next job on the list of things to do.

Tickets will be available ahead of time as well as at the door.

Hope to see you at the rodeo in Kennedy.

Observer Photo Contest is back starting June 25 for 9 weeks!

That means we need your photos for the contest.

If you have a summer-themed photo from the region that you feel might just be good enough to ‘WOW!’ email it to us at observer@sasktel.net with the subject line “Summer Times Photo Contest”. Photos should be transmitted via email in their highest resolution. Photos that do not meet resolution requirements will not be considered in the contest.

Only one photo per person please per week please.

One winner will be chosen every week, and that photo will be published in the newspaper for that week.

On August 27, a winner will be chosen from all the weekly winners, and that lucky person will be given a grand prize!

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact: The Observer at 453-2525

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Ky Marshall of Bowden, Alta., takes first place with a score of 84 points aboard Gold Dust in the 2019 Rodeo in Kennedy. Photo by Laura Kish

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Friday, June 25, 2021

Sports

Golfer of the Week: Keltin Slykhuis

By Emily Klatt Lots of people may love golf, but few can say they love it enough to play the game every single day.

Keltin Slyhuis is one of those people.

The 13-year-old and his friends have hit the greens at the Carlyle Golf Club nearly every day for the past few months and have no intention of stopping anytime soon.

Although his dad golfs occasionally, Slykhuis didn’t show a serious interest in the game until this year.

“I went a couple times last year, but I wasn’t really into it then,” Slykhuis said.

“All my friends started to go, so I just figured I’d go with them and I started liking it,” Slykhuis said, adding that there are about nine of them who meet up to go golfing on a regular basis.

Slykhuis has recently finished up Grade 8 at Gordon F. Kells High School. He said that the COVID-19 pandemic brought extra challenges to the school year.

“It is a bit harder and (it) sucks to wear your mask all the time.”

Golf has been a way for Slykhuis and his friends to spend time

Keltin Slykhuis takes a swing during a round of golf at the Carlyle Golf Club. together when they otherwise may not have been able to because of COVID-19 gathering restrictions.

Slykhuis plays the majority of his games at the Carlyle Golf Club, but said he would also like to give Golf Kenosee a try some day.

When he’s not on the golf course, Slykhuis can be found on the ice playing bantam hockey for the Carlyle Cougars.

While he likes improving his skills and competing against his friends, the thing Slykhuis loves the most about golf is simply the game itself.

“I just like playing.”

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Learning to golf like a pro

By Laura Kish

Golfers at Kingswood Golf Club in Kipling were delighted to take lessons from Amanda Minchin, head professional and general manager at the TS&M Woodlawn Golf Club in Estevan.

Jason Balogh, along with the board committee, arranged for Minchin to come spend the day teaching the basics of the game to newcomers of the sport. After getting into the game just for fun, Minchin improved dramatically around the time she turned 16. It was then that she started to play competitively and discover the places the game could take her. She won multiple Saskatchewan Junior Girls titles and twice finished second in the Saskatchewan Women’s Amateur.

She wound up on provincial teams and competed nationally for the first time at the 1998 Canadian Junior Girls at Toronto’s York Downs Golf and Country Club.

She became a PGA of Canada member and joined Woodlawn as assistant professional. She became head professional in 2016 and head professional/GM in 2018.

Through the years the

Learning the game of golf at Kingswood in Kipling from golf pro Amanda Minchin and assistant Jace Carlisle. Photo submitted accolades have piled up: PGA of Saskatchewan Assistant of the Year in 2012; PGA of Saskatchewan Teacher of the Year in 2015; PGA of Saskatchewan Junior Promoter of the Year in 2013 and 2016; and the PGA of Canada’s Jack McLaughlin Junior Leader of the Year in 2016.

“We’re very busy in Estevan, especially this past year due to COVID,” explains Minchin and adds “golf is exploding.”

“We have 40 kids signed up for lessons this weekend in Estevan.

There’s a big demand for new people taking up the sport.”

It’s a great idea that kids be introduced to golf.

Minchin brought along an assistant, Jace Carlisle, who plays college golf, to meet the kids and let him see what it’s all about to teach lessons.

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“He plays college golf and he’s actually a Saskatchewan junior champion. He plays a lot of competitive golf and just a great kid all around,” explains Minchin.

While in Kipling, Minchin worked with a group of young golfers and gave adult lessons to four who were eager to learn the game.

“There was a great group of kids I worked with in Kipling and the adults were great,” says Minchin.

“Jason spearheaded the event and reached out to me,” said Minchin.

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“That’s what you need…great volunteers,” says Minchin. “Not every club is fortunate to have people like that.”

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Celebrate Seniors Wawota weekly news - saluting the community’s grads Submitted by Myrna Olson

Sympathy to the family and friends of the late Merle Coleman, who passed away on June 5 at the Virden Health Centre in Manitoba. She was 93 years old and the daughter of the late Matt and Elizabeth Hamilton. She was predeceased by her husband Ron and is survived by her daughter, Dreda Braybrook and her family. Interment was in the Virden columbarium.

Happy birthday to Elgin Pryce who celebrated his 88th birthday on June 19.

Edmonton CTV News recent aired a news item about

16-year-old Harding Garratt from Spruce Grove. Harding is the son of Owen (a former Wawota resident) and Karla Garratt.

Harding started a business, The Dye Ice Cream Guy. With a loan from his parents, he purchased a Dickie Dee's Ice Cream vehicle and sells frozen treats. He travels twice a week and posts his route on social media. What a great story of an ambitious young entrepreneur.

I recently spent four days at the Langbank Post Office. I always enjoy my time there as the residents are so very friendly.

We received some

sad news recently. Kurtis Buhr passed away in a Regina hospital on June 7. He was 56 years old and was the father of two of our grandchildren, Emma and Morgan. A funeral was held at the Holy Rosary Cathedral in Regina on June 12.

Sympathy to all of the family and friends of Daniel Nyeste of Winnipeg. He passed away on June 11 at the age of 35 years old. He was the son of Linda (Oliver/Nyeste) Satterthwaite and a brother to Matthew and Joey.

Congratulations to all of the Parkland High School 2021 graduates. They had a private grad outside under a tent. They also

paraded around the town. This is a diverse group and they have many different plans for their futures. Bailey Delbridge plans to take early childhood education, Matthew Fahlman will attend Assiniboine Community College in Brandon, Man., to take a course for communications engineering technology, Julia Houff plans to attend Medicine Hat College for business, William Husband will attend the University of Victoria to study chemistry (with a full academic scholarship), Madison Mansfield plans on attending Dalhousie University in Halifax for a health science degree, Beth McCarthy will

travel to Spain where she will live, work and travel with plans to pursue a career in engineering or medicine, Riley Niven will pursue his hockey career which includes a fouryear university scholarship, Ethan Pryce will work for a year before furthering his education, Cade Rutten plans to apprentice as an agricultural technician and Theoren West will work for a year before pursuing a career in the golf industry.

A funeral service was held at the Wawota United Church on Jume 19th for the late Annie Easton.

She passed away on April 14 at the age of 95 years.

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Another week of life in the villa saw cooler temperatures and the scare of frost, but I never heard of any.

We celebrated Father's Day with five of our residents, and of course, we had decoration table centres of a fish on a pole in a bowl of blue imitation water.

It is always interesting to see what those girls

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We also enjoyed a big, little parade on Sunday. They were so proudly showing off their efforts. Thank you we all enjoyed it.

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Pet Corner A story of hope for people and their dogs

By Deb Andrew

Trying to describe the love bond between a human and their dog is often difficult to put into words for those who do not like animals.

Yes, there really are those humans in the world who are not fond of the fur babies we love. Bringing a dog into your family is a huge decision, a life-long commitment for the dog. There are many factors that determine the level of commitment and care required for adding a dog to your family. Do you live on an acreage or in a town? Do you want a large breed or a small breed? Do you work out of the home or from home? Do you have young children at home? Do you know the needs of the breed you are looking at?

Raising a secure, loving, well-behaved member of your family takes time, patience and consistency. Raising a dog is similar to raising a child in many aspects. As they grow physically and cognitively, a safe and secure family is the best environment for a long, happy life. The greatest barrier can be language and overall communication.

Human language and dog language often create a confusing barrier for both sides of the relationship. As the cognitive superior, it is our responsibility to learn how and what our dogs are trying to communicate to us and train them to understand what we are trying to communicate to them.

This is hard work, but the rewards are enormous. Don’t give up.

Norah Hengen and Kai. One resident of Carlyle agreed to detail her experience with rescuing a mature, male mix of border collie, husky and pitbull as far as the rescue could tell the family. Norah Hengen began this journey with Kai in January after bringing him home, continuing his veterinary and training care as well as providing for his needs.

Their new relation-

ship was growing and yet Hengen realized a few behaviours in Kai that she could not seem to get a handle on. After consultation and much training with Carlyle’s local trainers and encouragement that she needed for her and Kai, Norah made the difficult decision to contact Bright Eyes Rescue with thoughts to give him back.

Hengen said, “I just

felt hopeless. I was trying to do what all the local trainers were saying but I was overwhelmed and felt like I was not the right fit for Kai. I sent him to A Second Family Dog Lodge to be cared for and play and get much needed socialization while waiting for placement with Bright Eyes, but I just couldn’t give up on him (and us).”

Just like when a child misbehaves and everyone judges, dog owners can feel that same shame when their dogs are not completely calm and don’t have perfect manners.

While Kai was at the dog lodge, Hengen found behavioural specialist Billy Groom in Regina. May and June has had Groom, from Upward Dogology, training both humans and dog on how to think differently.

“Kai hasn’t been using his brain because of fear issues, trust issues, failed teaching techniques and tools.

He was 19 months old where we recued him.

He was an anxious dog with a lot of naughty behaviours and then tantrums on leash.

He wanted to play but when he couldn’t, he would get frustrated, bark and then growl.

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Groom can be found on all social media channels at Upward Dogology and you can read the past issue of the Observer for the interview in the May 28th Issue.

“Check out her podcasts as they are free and full of tons of useful information.

You decide…if you are struggling, I can empathize. I hope this information helps others, who like me, find that the struggle comes and goes,” said Hengen.

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Hengen credits the local trainers for giving her the basic tools every dog can learn with and then for them suggesting she needed more help as something was not connecting. She wants everyone to know about Groom, who is so close and is such a great resource for those dogs and families who are struggling with the regular reward system of operant conditioning.

Hengen laughed as she said, “Billy calls me the stalker-walker because I am always walking and looking for people I can practice our techniques and cues with because it works so well. I am still learning and Kai is still working on making the right choices but I finally have hope. It feels so amazing to be able to walk up to someone and

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One of the greatest events in Manor is coming back again this year.

Professional Bull Riders (PBR) is planning to return this summer as part of Manor Fun Daze on July 24.

Professional Bull Riders is an international organization focused on bull riding competitions and is featured on television as well as hosted in multiple countries, including Australia, Brazil, the U.S., Canada and Mexico. The competition includes PBR touring pro bull riders and junior bull riding.

PBR in Manor will be held at the Manor Fairgrounds. The beer gardens will be open at 4 p.m. and a barbecue roast beef supper will also take place at that time. The bull riding itself will then start at 6:30 p.m.

There will be a high-definition video replay screen which will offer replays of the bull riding and will ac-

knowledge the various sponsors of the event.

Ward Cutler and Robert Schmidt will be the commentators and announcers for the show.

Andy Robertson, one of the organizers of the Manor event, explained that this competition is an important event for the community.

“The past 13 PBR performances held at Manor have been a highlight for local people and a lot of newcomers to the community. We are proud to keep improving our show and look forward to the many improvements this year. All in attendance will see why they call PBR the ‘Toughest show on Dirt.’”

The bull riding event is deeply engrained in the community of Manor, as it is supported by businesses and through the crowds that come to watch.

Robertson explained how this event is supported through commu-

nity efforts.

“Our show is made possible by the financial support of great friends in the business community whom we are pleased to acknowledge throughout our event.” Due to COVID-19 regulations last year, the PBR event was un-

fortunately cancelled. However, the PBR event is back, and is well on its way to being a highlight for Manor and the surrounding community once again. Be sure to follow the Manor Fun Daze PBR Facebook page for more updates and information.

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John passed away on Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at the Redvers Health Centre at the age of 82 years. John was born on December 29, 1938 at home on Sec 26- Twp 6 – Rge 30 in the Antler District, Saskatchewan. John was the 3rd child of 16.

On June 11, 1966, he married Rita Marie Lamy. For most of their married life they lived southwest of Redvers, where they raised their six children: Anita (Charles), Ed (Shannon), Wanda (Rene), Raymond (Judy), Brenda (Alan) and Larry (Jen). From those 6 kids came 20 grandkids and 14 great grandkids.

John was also blessed with several inlaws, nieces and nephews.

John was predeceased by his parents; mother and father-in-law; 4 brothers; 3 brothers-in-law and 1 sister-in-law.

The Funeral Mass for John was held on Saturday, June 19, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Fatima R.C. Church, Redvers, Saskatchewan with Rev. Ronald Andree presiding. The interment followed in the Redvers Town Cemetery.

A video recording of the Funeral Mass may be viewed on his tribute page at www.hallfuneralservices.ca In memory of John, memorial donations may be made to the Redvers & District Community Health Foundation Inc., P.O. Box 766, Redvers, SK, S0C 2H0.

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By Linda Wegner As most of my readers already know, these have been several trying weeks for our family.

Two weeks ago, my husband had a sudden and debilitating stroke.

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of losing or nearly losing a loved one fully understand the emotions flooding one’s heart and mind. Thankfully he is doing better and although he has a very long road to recovery ahead of him, one of the things that has been a huge support for me is the care displayed by our friends and neighbours.

Over the past two weeks I have been the recipient of kindnesses beyond what I would have imagined. First, I received a huge bouquet of beautiful flowers from the staff of a local store where we’re customers. Then while I visited at the hospital, a neighbour came over and mowed our lawn.

Another neighbour across the alley popped over last week to say he was going to town and asked if I needed anything. With a grin I said I’d never turn down a

cup of tea from my favourite outlet. Within the hour he was back with tea and a doughnut. Another next-door neighbour helped me clean up some “stuff” to go to the dump, then loaded it onto his trailer and told me he’d take it out next time he goes there. The list goes on and on but now I’m running short on space.

Thanks, neighbours, for knowingly or otherwise, heeding the message of God’s Word.

“Never walk away from someone who deserves help; your hand is God’s hand for that person. Don’t tell your neighbor “Maybe some other time” or “Try me tomorrow” when the money’s right there in your pocket. Don’t figure ways of taking advantage of your neighbor when he’s sitting there trusting and unsuspecting.” (Proverbs 3:27-29)

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TOWN OF KIPLING Leisure Services – Facility Operator The Town of Kipling invites applications for a Leisure Services Facility Operator. This position will be responsible for operating and maintaining the Town of Kipling Leisure facilities. Experience is preferred, however we are willing to train.

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Alida news - books still for sale Submitted by Edel Cowan

Hope all dads had a great Father’s Day on June 20.

Members of the Alida Recreation Board were busy preparing the swimming pool for the upcoming swimming season.

This season swimming lessons are scheduled to begin on July 5-9 for the first session with lessons held in the mornings.

Session 2 will be held July 19-23 and Session 3 will be held August 9-13.

Due to COVID guidelines classes will be a limited size. To register contact Cheryl at 452-7098. It’s a great

way for the kids to learn to swim, exercise and enjoy the warm hot summer days. Respect the rules and enjoy the summer days at the pool.

Just another reminder that the Alida Archives and Library are still busy selling out their library books as the library area will be closing down. There’s still a good selection of children’s books, young adult and adult books available.

To set up an appointment to meet someone contact either Shelly at 306-485-7023 or me at 306-485-8561.

We’ll gladly meet with you and let you pick out your choice of books.

You’re at home here.

Please forward your resume to: Town of Kipling Box 299 Kipling, SK S0G 2S0 Attn: Leisure Services Facility Operators Position Or by Email: kiptown@sasktel.net Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.

For full job description, please contact Gail Dakue @ 736-2515. We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. www.townofkipling.ca

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The majority of these books originated from Alida School Library when the school was closed, other books were graciously donated to the library as well as some were purchased, of course by the library board members.

Noticed a note on the door at Just Off Center Street Grocers that they are going to extend their business hours to include Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Also the 361 Café has changed their business hours for the summer.

They are open from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday to Friday; Saturday mornings from 7-10, and Thursday evenings

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There are more and more individuals who are receiving their COVID-19 shots now, including their second shots. It’s so great to see that we are slowly but surely getting on top of this pandemic.

We will defeat it and hopefully be back to normal soon. tWay to go people.

Wishing the following a very happy birthday this coming week – Diane Pottapinski, Lyndsay Jensen, Paul Poulsen, Melissa Sauer, Chelsea Hull, Rosamund Barber, Murray Nelson and Bob Harrison.

Hope you all have a great day and many more to come.

VILLAGE OF STORTHOAKS WATERWORKS & SEWAGE WORKS ANNUAL FINANCIAL OVERVIEW For the Year 2020 The Drinking Water Quality and Compliance Report, and other information on the Village of Storthoaks Water & Sewage Works, as required under the Municipalities Regulations, is available for viewing at the Village Office.

The total combined water & sewage work revenue for 2020 was $22,989.00 while total expenditures were $20,326.26.

Comparison of water & sewage works revenues to expenditures expressed as a ratio is 1.1310. For 2020, water & sewage works revenues covered 113% of the total expenditures.

In 2020, the Turbidity at the Water Treatment Plant was between .10 and .17.

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Email resume to monai@questlocators.ca Town of Arcola Employment Opportunity Full Time Public Works Foreman The Town of Arcola is now accepting applications for the full time position of Public Works Foreman.

The Foreman is responsible for the general operation of the Town, including the water and sewer system, streets and roads, operation of various equipment, maintenance and servicing town equipment.

It is a team environment, with the Foreman reporting to the Administrator, and the Foreman being the supervisor for the other Public Works Staff. Part of the team is a council consisting of the mayor and 6 councillors. The foreman does not report directly to Council, but direction will come from Council via the Administrator.

Requirements: • Grade 12 or equivalent • Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and Clean Driver’s Abstract Certificates or willing to obtain the following: Power Mobile Equipment Certificate WHMIS Course First Aid and CPR Transportation of Dangerous Goods License Level 1 Water Treatment and Distribution Certification Level 1 Wastewater Treatment and Collection Certification A full job description can be obtained from the Town Office 306.455.2212.

The Town of Arcola offers several benefits including a matching pension plan, group benefits plan, and a competitive salary range.

Applications will be accepted until Monday July 5. Include wage expectations, references, and available start date. Thank you to everyone that applies, but only those interviewed will be contacted.

Forward applications to Town of Arcola PO Box 359 Arcola, SK S0C 0G0. Email to arcadmin@sasktel.net Fax to 306.455.2445

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A view of the lake This photo of White Bear Lake from the Good Birds Point side was taken by Darlene Twietmeyer. It is the first entry in the Observer’s Photo of the Week contest. Do you have a great photo you’d like to submit? You can send it to observer@sasktel. net. Please send the photo in its actual size, and include the name of the photographer.

Photos sent in small or medium size might not be accepted.

Report from the Legion Hut – Canada Day Throughout most of Canada, July 1 is celebrated for the founding of our country.

Canada was formed not through war, like the Revolutionary War that founded the United States, but through

peaceful political compromise. For that reason, Canada Day is a joyous celebration of our nation and its peaceful creation.

However not all of our nation sees July 1 that way. In the province of Newfoundland and

Labrador, July 1 is a day of sombre remembrance.

When war was declared in 1914, the Dominion of Newfoundland, then a separate British Dominion and not a part of Canada, contributed hundreds of young men to

Happy Canada Day

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Britain’s war effort.

On July 1, 1916, during the Battle of the Somme, the Newfoundland Regiment, some 800 strong, was to take part in the third wave to attack the German lines at Beaumont-Hamel. Although it is probably unfair to judge the actions of the commanders of that battle today, with the perspective and current historical knowledge, it appears that the battle of Beaumont-Hamel was badly mismanaged.

There were two waves of soldiers sent to attack the Germans, whose emplacements and fortifications had totally withstood the Allied artillery barrage, and the Allied soldiers were slaughtered unmercifully.

Regardless of those facts, the commanders chose to send the Newfoundland regiment “over the top” to attack as a third wave.

The previous barrage had virtually denuded “No Man’s Land” between the trenches, leaving the Newfoundland Regiment no protective cover. Even worse, the

rolls of barbed wire used to fortify trenches had specific openings cut into them to allow the attacking soldiers through. The German machine gunners used those openings as aiming points.

The Newfoundland Regiment valiantly followed the commands they were given, and within 30 minutes were almost totally annihilated. Contemporary accounts are harrowing, including one

by Private James McGrath detailing 17 hours that he was stranded in No Man’s Land, and he was shot four times in that 17 hours trying to make his way back to his own trenches.

British General Aylmer Hunter-Weston is quoted, when referring to this attack by the Newfoundland Regiment, “There were no waverers, no stragglers, not a man looked back. It was a magnificent display of trained and disciplined valour, and its assault only failed because dead men can advance no further.”

Despite the valour

and courage of the those attacking, the next morning only 68 members of the almost 800 answered roll call. A total of 386 were wounded and 324 were killed. This was one of the bloodiest days of the First World War, with a total of 19,240 British and Commonwealth soldiers killed and 38,000 wounded.

After the war the Dominion of Newfoundland purchased land at Beaumont-Hamel and erected a monument honouring its native sons killed and wounded in that war, which stands there to this day.

Newfoundland and Labrador joined Canada at the end of March 1949, again through peaceful political compromise. So on July 1, when we are all celebrating the founding of our country, let’s just pause for a moment and give a thought to our brothers and sisters in Newfoundland and Labrador and their remembrance of battles fought and those lost in those battles.

“Lest we Forget.”

Cougar corner: SLT Sub lunch winners Submitted by Dean Zacharias

The winning cohort for the sub sandwich lunch is … drum roll … Grade 7/8 Group 3. Congratulations! The last events involved a paper airplane distance event, a Roughrider Pride Day, a Flip Flop and Tie Day, and a cohort water balloon throwing challenge.

Thanks to the Mrs. Rutten, Ms. Briggs, and the student leadership team for organizing events to promote school spirit during tricky times.

The last day of classes before the

summer break is June 28. The first day of classes for the 2021-22 school year is Wednesday, Sept. 1. Have a safe and fun summer.

Report cards can be accessed using the school’s reporting system, Edsby. Contact the school if you haven’t received your password or are having problems logging onto the system by calling 306-453-2500. Remember, if you ever have questions or concerns to discuss with your child’s particular teachers, please email the teacher or contact the school.