The Observer November 11, 2022

By Stephanie Zoer

Tyler Matthewson and Dustin Boutin both know what it is like to have an addiction, as they struggled with drug and alcohol abuse.

Matthewson has been clean from drugs and alcohol for nine years. He admits it was a difficult road to be on to heal, but one that is worthwhile to take, or he would not be here today.

His parents, Gilles and Nancy Matthewson, wanted nothing more than for their son to get the help that would save his life.

It became a life-ordeath situation for the young man, but he said he needed to see this for himself and finally he did.

His parents sent him to a private rehabilitation centre in B.C. where he received the much-needed help that was required for him to become clean of his addictions.

Nine years later, he enjoys life. He has been with the love of his life, Kelsie Mund, for 7 1/2

years and they are expecting their first child.

Boutin’s parents Paul and Robin only wanted their son to get help before it was too late.

Boutin said he was in and out of treatment and relapsed over and over again, until one night he had a horrific experience and finally saw the light to get help, which changed his path in life.

“Nothing you say or do will make a person sober, if they don’t want to be,” said Boutin.

Boutin has been clean for four years and continues to move forward with his life in a positive way.

Last year Matthewson and Boutin wanted to bring awareness to mental health, not only when it comes to addictions but also for nurses, firefighters, police and for everyone else who struggles.

They hosted their first event for mental health last year and it was a remarkable success. They did not plan to make money, just to bring awareness and were prepared to pay

for any shortfalls, but that was not necessary.

The money raised was sent to the Canadian Mental Health Association in Regina.

On Nov. 5, the pair held

their second event for mental health awareness at the Carlyle Hall.

Although the weather was not great and road conditions deteriorated, they had a crowd of 135

people. Supporters from Oxbow, Regina and even Texas came out to help back the young men in their cause.

Rylen and Cindy Weir catered the meal and once

the supper was completed, Matthewson and Boutin took the stage.

Matthewson and Boutin do not rehearse a speech; they simply speak from the heart on the paths they have been down and the ones they are on now.

The guest speaker was Morgan Wasylyk who is a life coach for mental health.

“It was so quiet in the room when Wasylyk spoke, one could have heard a pin drop,” said Boutin.

The money this year will remain in the southeast. Boutin and Matthewson feel there is not enough help and resources in this area for those with mental health issues.

An auction was also held that generated funds, and there were donations from people in the area.

Matthewson and Boutin feel lucky and blessed to have had the muchneeded support. They ask people to never be afraid to tell someone they need to talk, it just may save your life or someone else’s.

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For Carnduff ’s Carter Beck, it was quite the summer

By Paul Kimball

This year was a highlight reel for Carter Beck’s young baseball career.

It included unique opportunities, great success and led to the proverbial pot of gold.

Beck lives in Carnduff and played baseball out of Estevan. His season began in April at an evaluation tournament in Florida as a member of Team Saskatchewan, made up of the top under-18 players. From there,

Team Saskatchewan took a squad to Kamloops, B.C., at the start of May. Beck’s success there opened doors for further baseball firsts for him. One was in Texas. For two weeks, Beck played for a Texas team in a Nate Trosky tournament featuring Texas teams. Quincy Winkler, Beck’s father’s cousin, had sent a tweet of Carter playing ball in Canada, and that led to the invitation to play in Texas. Along with receiving excellent coaching, Beck was able to showcase his

skills in front of many American college scouts.

Then it was time for the regular season with the South East Performance Pump U18 AAA Twins. His play earned him two recognitions. He was named the Saskatchewan Premier Baseball League MVP and was selected as Saskatchewan’s Hitter of the Year. His team entered provincials in Saskatoon and reached the semifinal round.

That filled June and July. August was his busiest month. First up, it was back to Saskatoon to attend an assessment camp sponsored by the Toronto Blue Jays. Beck was chosen to move to the next step, the Toronto Blue Jays’ Canadian Futures Showcase in September. But August wasn’t finished yet.

There were the Canada Summer Games in Niagara Falls. Beck played for Team Saskatchewan and came home with Saskatchewan’s first-ever bronze medal. He played a significant role in the medal-winning game.

Next, it was off to the western championship in Regina. The Twins didn’t qualify because of their finish at provincials, but he was picked up by the provincial finalists, the Muenster East Central Red Sox. The Red Sox ended up with a 2-3 record and just missed the playoffs.

Then came the icing on the cake of a very memorable baseball year, the Futures Canadian Showcase. Originally scheduled for the Rogers Centre in Toronto, it was bumped by The Weeknd’s concert and moved to Ottawa. Beck was one of four players from Saskatchewan and one of 140 from across

Canada to attend the five-day event.

On the first day, players showcased their skills. Beck impressed on a couple of fronts.

First, he hit a ball that had an exit velocity of 100 miles per hour and then he threw a ball from right field to third base at a speed of 93 miles per hour, impressively clocking the fastest recorded throw of the day.

He also ran a 60-yard dash in 6.92 seconds.

The next three days were spent playing prospect games in front of team and college scouts. Beck played outfield for Team Light Blue. His performance from those first four days impressed the scouts enough that he was selected to play in the all-star game on the final day.

Beck played right field and batted second, and although he went hitless, he did hit the ball hard, unfortunately right at the fielders. However, he did get a walk. One of his enjoyments of that game was batting before Myles Naylor, another prospect who has two

older brothers playing in Major League Baseball for the Cleveland Guardians.

“It was cool to meet all the junior national players from across Canada,” Beck says. “It was cool to be surrounded by so much major league experience.”

What was the pot of gold all this led to? Recently Beck was offered a four-year partial scholarship to play for the University of Mary in Bismarck, N.D. That begins in the fall of 2023, upon completion of Grade 12.

The accolades keep coming. Two weeks ago, he received a trophy for being Baseball Saskatchewan’s Player of the Year, an award acknowledging an outstanding season.

As Beck looks back over the past months, he concludes, “This whole summer was a great experience, meeting so many people from all over.”

Three trophies and one bronze medal serve as a constant reminder of just how good it was.

The family of Audrey Brady would like to thank everyone for their kind thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

The family truly appreciates all those that were able to share in the Celebrating of Audrey’s Life and for the numerous visits, gifts of food, flowers, cards and kind words.

Thank you to Bradley and Dustin Hack for the graveside service, Orsted Funeral Home for its service and to Cindy McAuley for organizing the venue and providing the wonderful luncheon.

You’ve All made a special lady’s day, a little more special! Thank you to the Pasqua Hospital medical staff, particularly the Palliative Unit, for the care and compassion given to Audrey during her extended stay.

We are very grateful for the support of family friends, community and the many kind thoughts expressed on Audrey’s behalf.

Eddie, Mark & Jocelyne, Tim and Families.

remembered. Photo submitted by Blair Beck

By Stephanie Zoer

A massive wind turbine blade made its way north on Highway 47 on Nov. 2, and took a rest in Stoughton at the junction of Highways 47 and 13.

Kyle Harris is the project manager for Western Canada, and according to Harris, this is the largest blade ever to be made and

moved in North America.

Harris, who spoke from Duluth, Minn., is responsible for the planning of this move.

Enercon Canada, located in Quebec, received the contract to build the massive blades and now they need to be moved to Jenner, Alta.

Harris said they were given one permit to start with, to see how the

moving of such a large piece would work.

The permit allows them to move forward at sunrise and must be at the next destination before sunset.

These blades are 79 meters long, weigh 29 kilograms and the connecting end measurers 4.14 meters at the girth.

Due to the weight of this gigantic load, extra wheels were added, with

a pilot truck to follow. The truck has a remote control to operate the back wheels.

The 93-meter-long load will have the most difficult turn by Regina, when it must turn from Highway 33 onto the bypass. Harris said this is the only turn that may cause issues, as the turn is sharp. He said that his drivers are very skilled and the maneu-

ver should be uneventful.

So far, the trip has gone smoothly. They received two more permits and will soon begin the move for two more blades.

A total of 126 blades will be delivered for the Jenner Wind Power Project, which will have 42 turbines.

The planning for this move has taken several

months. From planning the route, to checking bridge heights and sharp turns. This was the most effective route possible.

Coming through Duluth and up through Canada made the most sense. Swift Current was the stop on Nov. 3, which would take them eight hours to complete.

It was hoped the weather would continue to co-operate.

Community theatre production returning to Alida

Act One Productions held a meeting Nov. 2 to see if there was enough interest to proceed with a performance for March 2023.

After much discussion it was decided that the interest was there. Therefore, Act One Productions is very pleased

to announce a return to the stage. Our play will be sure to make you laugh until you cry.

The production picked is a three-act play, Right Bed, Wrong Husband. The performances are planned for March 9-12, and will be held in memory of Lynette Peet. Lynette played a huge role in our club and will be forever missed.

We are very excited for this production and the planning process has started. Our next meeting is scheduled for Nov. 16 at the Alida Hall. We still need to fill these positions: director, house decorator, lights and sounds, and floor and house managers.

If you are interested in helping out in one way or another, please attend

this meeting. All assistance is welcome and everyone is welcome to attend. If you are looking for more information, call or text 306-485-8647.

On Nov. 4, there was an accident north of Alida. Police and firefighters were in attendance and STARS Air Ambulance was also later on the scene.

After a two-year hia-

tus, the Alida Ladies Auxiliary hosted a fall supper on Nov. 6 at the Alida Hall. There were 175 who attended. It was so nice to see everyone back out and enjoying themselves. Of course, the food was excellent as always and the desserts were so delicious. Appreciation to all who helped with organizing, cooking, donating, serving and

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cleaning up. Many hands makes less work. It was another successful supper for the books.

Take time to remember on Nov. 11 those who have given their lives –the greatest sacrifice of all – our veterans and those who are now in uniform to help serve and keep the peace. Wear your poppy proudly and we shall remember them.

Submitted by Edel Cowan

Stoughton was one of the planned stops for the largest turbine blade in North America. Photo by Stephanie Zoer

Demise of government liquor stores inevitable

David Willberg Willberg’s World

Ever since the Saskatchewan Party became the government in 2007, the days of government-owned liquor stores seemed to be inevitable. It was just a matter of the right time.

The government announced in the Oct. 26 throne speech that the remaining 34 government liquor stores would be shuttered, and Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority (SLGA) stores would be closed.

Lori Carr, who is the minister responsible for SLGA, noted that revenues for SLGA liquor stores were down 94 per cent since 2018. Profits dwindled to $3.2 million in 201-22 and were expected to plunge further to $395,000 in 2022-23.

And she predicted it would cost a lot of money to make SLGA stores competitive again. Before too long, the government would lose money on the sale of alcohol – a thought that would have seemed impossible even 10 years ago.

I’ve always wondered why Saskatchewan and other governments are involved in selling liquor to begin with. It puts the government in competition with the private sector.

Crown corporations like SaskPower, SaskEnergy and Saskatchewan Government Insurance make sense. The government is providing an essential service to Saskatchewan people in an area where the private sector might not be able to meet needs. But the sale of alcohol can be capably carried out by the private sector, and in the end, alcohol is not an essential service.

As for liquor sales, well, I’m a beer geek. I love my craft beer, and I will always be a champion for Saskatchewan breweries. But I also recognize that alcohol is not essential, not like electricity, phone service, insurance and heating. Alcohol is a luxury. There are lots of people out there who don’t drink and live a full and enjoyable life.

The people who work in our liquor stores are great. This is not a knock against them. I feel bad for them and I know they took pride in their work.

The government said the stores will be closed by March 31, 2023, and 284 full-time equivalent jobs would be impacted.

If the government is going to end liquor sales, then it needs to have plans in place to have other opportunities for these employees.

It says it will work with the Saskatchewan Government and General Employees’ Union to negotiate a workforce adjustment plan for affected employees, but that doesn’t mean there will be positive results for all, or even most of those put out of work.

We should have seen this coming when the government shifted its publicly-owned liquor stores in small towns to the private sector. In many communities, these stores were the only place to purchase alcohol, other than a bar or a licensed restaurant. This move would have played a big role in why profits for SLGA have been sliding in the past few years.

We have also seen some large private liquor stores move into bigger centres, with better selection than what would be found at an SLGA store.

The government-owned stores have tried to expand their offerings, but they haven`t kept up when it comes to both Saskatchewan and out-of-province craft breweries.

It’s going to feel weird to not have government liquor stores in Saskatchewan, and it will be particularly tough to see good people lose their jobs.

But you had to expect it would happen eventually.

It’s so little… but it’s what I can do

I wear a poppy because I want to remember. The splash of red symbolic of a place I have never been but whose stories I have been taught.

A poem committed to memory as a child.

“In Flanders Fields the poppies blow…” So I wear a poppy and I remember.

I attend a service because I want to remember. Standing silently when asked as emotions flood my mind.

What should I ponder in this moment?

I wish my thoughts were more profound but I attend a service and I remember.

I stand at a cenotaph because I want to remember. Glancing at names etched on plaques, names of people I do not know.

People who walked the same ground I do today but whose duty took them so far from home.

Now I stand at a cenotaph and I remember.

I read accounts because I want to remember.

To understand what can’t be explained.

Bloodied fields.

Cold that cuts to the bone.

Feet that never had a chance to dry. I read accounts and I remember. Yet I try to remember what I do not know. But I take part and I listen and learn.

Because when we learn, we know and what we know we can remember. Yes, I remember

Not as one who recalls, but as one who reflects. Reflect on what I did not live through Reflect on what I did not see Reflect on what I have not experienced But I remember as best I can Because not doing so is not an option. So I will remember Little though it is because the cost was too high for too many.

I will remember because today … that is what matters most.

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Gord Paulley Stephanie Zoer

Shelley Luedtke

By Cannington MLA Daryl Harrison

Saskatchewan is positioned to continue down the path of economic success. Saskatchewan has what the world needs. While many regions face uncertainty, our province is dependable, and ready to provide the fuel, food and fertilizer in high demand.

The 2022 speech from the throne highlighted the significant growth that has occurred in recent months. Since 2007, our population has grown by nearly 200,000 people or 20 per cent. In the second quarter of 2022, we welcomed 6,500 new residents, the largest quarterly population increase ever recorded, putting us on track to reach 1.2 million people before the end of the year.

Our economy is growing, projected to lead the country in multiple categories. Saskatchewan is showing strong growth in economic indicators such as building permits, building construction investment, housing starts, wholesale trade and retail trade.

During the first nine months of the year, over 20,000 more people were employed compared to 2021, thanks to increased private investment and economic confidence. Those new jobs helped to drop the unemployment rate to just 4.1 per cent, the lowest in Canada.

Our government will continue to support

those in the province searching for employment. November marks Career Month in Saskatchewan, a chance to thank the professionals assisting in the search while also highlighting SaskJobs Career Services. No matter what stage individuals are at, SaskJobs Career Services can aid anyone seeking training or furthering their career goals.

Thousands of jobs spanning hundreds of careers are available on SaskJobs.ca. Those interested in a career in the health-care sector can explore HealthCareersinSask.ca. As we look to hire 1,000 new healthcare professionals, more positions will be added in the weeks to come.

Our province will see even more jobs after increased support for the Creative Saskatchewan Feature Film and Television Production Grant Program. In our budget last spring, we increased funding to the program by $8 million, with 13 different productions receiving support.

Due to popular demand, we have increased funding for a second time, taking the program to $17.5 million for 2022. This investment will generate $32 million in economic activity and create more than 140 jobs.

The Saskatchewan resource sector is on the radar of a growing list of world nations that need the products our businesses are producing. Billions of dollars are being invested in Saskatchewan, creating thousands of jobs and supporting families across the province. The demand for potash, oil, uranium, forestry and agri-food products, minerals and rare-earth elements will allow our government to invest in expanded programs and services.

Employees, families and communities arebenefiting from this growth. We are adding new health-care professionals, expanding mental health and addictions services, investing in new hospitals, long-term care facilities and schools. Our government will continue to support farmers with the most comprehensive crop insurance package ever. Another $12 billion for infrastructure over the next four years will make highways safer, expand access to highspeed internet, and increase our ability to generate power.

We have so many reasons to be optimistic about Saskatchewan’s future. Our government

is committed to fostering further growth that will create more jobs, more investment and more

confidence in our economy. The hard work of our local businesses, outside private investment, and

a welcoming economic climate have all helped to drive this growth that works for everyone.

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What’s Happening in Agriculture.

Alpacas are known for their soft, lush wool

By Stephanie Zoer

Years ago, Glenda and Tim Shotter attended the Canadian Western Agribition in Regina.

As they strolled past the livestock, they came across the alpacas, which sparked an interest with Glenda.

Shotter also attended the trade show and purchased a pair of alpaca mitts. It was then that Shotter was hooked.

In 2011, Shotter began to purchase her registered alpacas for their farm northwest of Creelman, where she lives with her husband Tim and four sons.

There are two kinds of alpacas. Suri produce a longer, cylindrical locks, similar to dreadlocks. The huacaya produces curly, dense and soft wool. Shotter owns huacaya alpacas.

Shotter is very particular when she purchases livestock. They

need to be the right size and have a great temperament. Their genetics need to be strong and have excellent fiber.

When a female reaches the age of two, they are at the breeding age. They are pregnant for 11-12 months and usually have their cria in June, when the weather is pleasant.

When the babies are born, they are given a vitamin shot and they remain with their mother until they weigh 60 pounds or for approximately six months.

Shotter likes to leave the cria with their mothers until spring, and then weaned before the first show. At eight to 12 months they are shorn for the first time.

Shotter’s herd consists of six males, 18 females and eight cria. Her herd also ranges in colour, including grey, black, brown, beige and fawn.

Once a year the alpacas are shorn, usually in June. It is at this time they are also dewormed. The wool is sent away to be graded from one to six on its softness.

The softest wool is used for scarves and shawls, while the courser yarn is used for socks and mitts.

Alpaca wool is a hallow fiber, which allows the material to breath, therefore keeping a person warmer.

Shotter said she went to Vancouver while her sister was in a bike tour. It rained a lot, and it was cold. She wore alpaca socks that got soaked, yet her feet remained warm the whole time.

According to Shotter, alpaca wool is four to five times warmer than regular wool.

At times, Shotter likes to keep her wool separate from her animals, so special items may be

made from them, and she will know which one of her herds produced the wool.

At the end of November, Shotter will attend the Canadian Western Agribition in Regina. She will have a booth set up with her handmade items. Although she is unable to make all the items, she assures that her booth contains Canadian-made product.

Her animals have also been shown and have won many ribbons.

They are judged in halter, with 60 per cent of their mark for their fleece and 40 per cent on confirmation. They are also judged on uniformity of colour, how they are to manage, their density and crimp of their coat.

The Shotter’s are a busy family, as they also grain farm a significant amount of land, but they love life and enjoy the alpaca herd.

Building the future of canola

Cria stay with their mothers until they weigh 60 pounds or are six months old and get shorn for the first time between eight and 12 months. Photo by Stephanie Zoer

Pam Bartlett believes strongly in her sheep program

By Stephanie Zoer

Pamela Bartlett grew up on a mixed farm, which included purebred Charolais cattle and grain.

Bartlett joined the local 4-H club at the age of six and remained a member until she was 18 years old and will receive her 20-year leader pin in 2023. The 4-H movement has always been a passion for her family.

For a few years, while being a 4-H member, Bartlett took a sheep project, not realizing how much this would impact her adult life.

Bartlett is the treasurer for the Saskatchewan Sheep Breeders Association and the sheep leader of her club. She works full-time as the chief administrative officer for the RM of Enniskillen, while her husband Daniel works for Centurion Canada Infrastructure and is a firefighter for Carnduff ’s fire department.

They moved to their family farm in 2011 with their son Eli. In 2013, they had their daughter Abigail.

Initially, the young farm family bought a small herd of black angus cows. This proved not to be for them due to some medical issues,

so the search began for something manageable for their family, and it was decided to be sheep.

Five years ago, they began a commercial flock of 30 sheep. After two years, they purchased a small flock of purebred Canadian Arcott sheep. They now have a large flock of 120 ewes, rams and lambs, with most of them being purebred.

Bartlett is very enthusiastic about her breeding program and is proud to say that almost every one of her

sheep have the late Colleen Sawyer genetics.

Sawyer was elected to the Agricultural Hall of Fame and played a key role in the sheep industry and the Canadian Arcott breed.

The Canadian Arcott breed was one of three breeds developed at the Agriculture Canada research station in Ottawa from 1970-1985. It was released to Canadian farmers in the late 1980s.

They once again wanted to expand their herd when Daniel saw the Charolais sheep at

Agribition. This breed comes from the same region in France as the Charolais cattle.

Bartlett is enthusiastic about the purebred industry and will research for hours on genetics and how to set up her future breeding pens.

Lambing time is also stressful, so Bartlett would take one week of her vacation and Daniel would take the following week to ensure someone was on hand during difficult birthing issues. Only a few lambs were born at that time, and when they returned to work, the ewes decided it was time to give birth, leaving both of the farmers exhausted.

After speaking with a couple in Ontario, it was decided that synchronizing and inducing the ewes would be bene ficial.

A CIDR is placed in the ewe and removed after 12 days. At this time, they are given an injection of gonadotrophins. The ram is introduced for three days at this time. Ultrasounds are done at 50-70 days. If pregnant at 143 days they are injected to induce labour. This injection only works if the ewe is in pre-stage labour. Lambing usually begins on day 145.

Carnduff & Area Beef 4-H Club begins their season

By Fallyn M. Shier

We have had a wonderful start to our 4-H year.

Our first general meeting took place at the Carnduff Education Complex on Oct. 5. This year we have 16 members: three cloverbuds, seven juniors, five intermediates and one senior. From this group

we elected our o fficers, and they are as follows: president Wyatt Thompson, vice-president Jagger Allum, secretary Jenna Thompson, treasurer Katch Hichens, club reporter Fallyn Shier, general leader Denise Allum and assistant general leader Collinda Thompson.

On Oct. 22, we had

our annual fall bottle drive. We met at the RM shop in Carnduff. We have two bottle drives a year. This is one of the ways we help raise money for our club, to put towards events such as our achievement day and field trips.

We are also busy planning another fundraiser for Nov. 26. We are going to have a steak

night at the Glen Ewen Communiplex. If you are interested in a supper ticket or donating a silent auction item, please contact Denise at 306-483-7219. Hope to see you there.

System has resulted in healthier lambs

« A8 With this system they have less loss and healthier lambs. Birthing can be watched closer and extra care is needed when two or more lambs are born to one ewe. Only two lambs are left on a ewe for the best results; the third lamb would be fostered to another ewe. It also gives better birthing dates that are closer together.

Before the sale of rams, they are completely vet checked and ensured they are of breeding stock quality. On occasion one may not be, but this is rare with sheep.

Bartlett also began to draw blood from her flock and purchased a centrifuge to spin blood down. The serum is sent

to Prairie Diagnostic Services in Saskatoon to have the serum pregnancy evaluated.

In August, Bartlett went to Ontario to take an advanced course for ultrasound in sheep. An ultrasound can show lamb size, infection in the uterus and due dates, or if the ewe is pregnant. Artificial insemina-

tion is another practice they would like to begin next year, but this can only be done laparoscopically and few veterinarians in Canada provide this service, so it must be

carefully planned.

Her sheep are sheared twice a year, due to lambing several times a year.

Bartlett loves to help other breeders and to

show them that one can work full time off the farm with success.

Bartlett said, “Let your sheep work for you, not that you work for your sheep.”

The Carnduff & Area Beef 4-H Club has dedicated members. Photo submitted

Carlyle U18 Cougars home opener had special significance

By Stephanie Zoer

The U18 Carlyle Cougars hockey team held their season opener on Nov. 4 against the Redvers Rockets in Carlyle.

This game would be a special event. It was dedicated to Wade Robertson, who passed away on May 8 at the age of 47 due to a heart attack. The community has been saddened by his death.

Robertson was well known for his passion in the minor hockey association. He coached many teams, including the senior team, and was

extremely involved in his community.

His wife Lisa and his four children – Julianna, Delan, Nate and Chase – attended the game in his honour as the crowd paid tribute to Robertson with a moment of silence.

In the U18 dressing room, a quote from Robertson hangs on the wall. “Winning isn’t everything, it’s the only thing.”

The home opener also supported the Juvenile Diabetes Research Association with the team’s 50/50 draw raising $830.

Wendy Greenhawk was the lucky winner

for the other half of the 50/50 draw.

Tristan Dixon is a first-year goalie for the Cougars and he has Type 1 diabetes.

The large and enthusiastic crowd cheered on their Cougars to a 6-2 victory. Players sported a diabetic decal on their helmets, made and donated by Sherri Haddow from Southeast Apparel.

The weekend of games would not be over yet, as the Cougars travelled to Weyburn on Nov. 6 to battle the Weyburn Aldon Oilwings.

The Cougars came out on top with a 13-4 victory.

Karen Fischer, the manager of the U18 Carlyle Cougars, is incredibly pleased with the team’s opening games. They played hard and deserved the wins. Fischer has been involved with minor hockey for many years and loves the sport.

Fischer hopes to have a successful year with the U18 Carlyle Cougars. Twenty-two regular season games will be played, with home games on Friday or Saturday nights. Games start at 8 p.m. After the regular season, it is off to the playoffs and provincials.

Cougars win their first game of the Big Six season

The first full weekend of play in the Big Six Hockey League saw three games each on Friday and Saturday.

The Carlyle Cougars won their season debut Friday night, defeating the host Kipling-Windthorst Oil Kings 6-2. Ben Johnstone scored twice less than three minutes apart in the third period to give the Cougars a 4-1 lead.

Brett Turgeon, Rhett Palmer, Mykel Biermann and Jayden Hansen also scored for Carlyle.

Ty Kotylak had both of the goals for Kipling-Windthorst.

Landon Audet was in goal for Carlyle. Dylan Dedecker was the Oil Kings’ netminder.

It was the Oil Capitals’ first game played in the league since 2020.

Also on Friday, the Oxbow Huskies defeated the Redvers Rockets 5-2. Brycen Odgers scored

twice for Oxbow in the first period, while Kenton Miller had two goals for Redvers in the opening frame.

It remained a 2-2 game until the third, when Colton Schell, Brody Haygarth and Carey Levesque scored for Oxbow.

Cody Levesque was in goal for Oxbow, while Thomas Bauche was Redvers’ goalie.

Friday’s other game saw the Carnduff Red Devils rout the Arcola-Kisbey Combines 12-2 in the Combines’ first game back in the league since 2020. Ty Stovin scored three straight goals for the Red Devils in the third period.

Kelby Minshull scored twice for Carnduff, while Mark Moriarty, Devon Carriere. Justin Smith, Justin Hollinger, Kyle Garagan, Matthew Plews and Brandon Trask had the other goals.

Lucas Hislop and Kaden Tuchscherer replied for Arcola-Kisbey.

Mason Plews (Carnduff ) and Evan Hauber (Arcola-Kisbey) were the goalies.

Carnduff then blanked the Yellow Grass Wheat Kings 10-0 on Saturday night. Matthew Plews had two goals for Carnduff, while Trask, Moriarty, Stovin, Smith, Jackson O’Brien, Kody Martin, Trevor Geiger and Trey Stocker had the other Carnduff goals.

Cody Dumanine was in goal for Carnduff, while Tanner Erickson was Yellow Grass’ goalie.

Oxbow knocked off the Oil Kings 4-1 on Saturday. Haygarth had two goals for Oxbow, while Blake Brooks and Derek Cooney also scored.

Derek Bachert had the Oil Kings’ goal.

Drew Fenwick (Oxbow) and Austin Toth (Kipling-Windthorst) were the goalies.

and Austin Fleck had Arcola-Kisbey’s markers.

Talen King (Midale) and Keegan Mitchell (Arcola-Kisbey) were the goalies.

Seven games are scheduled for next weekend. On Nov. 11, Yellow Grass will

visit Oxbow, Arcola-Kisbey will be at Carlyle and Midale will be at the Moosomin Rangers. It will be the Rangers’ first game of the season.

Games on Nov. 12 include the Bienfait Coalers at Midale and

Moosomin at Carnduff

The following day, Arcola-Kisbey will be at Oxbow and Bienfait will visit Carlyle.

The games on Nov. 11 and 12 will be at 8 p.m. Contests on Nov. 13 will be at 7 p.m.

Lampman drivers won track championships

A couple of drivers from the Lampman area were presented with track championship trophies during the Estevan Motor Speedway’s annual awards night on Nov. 5.

In the IMCA sport mod class, Leevi Runge won the division for the third straight season. He also won the track’s hobby

stock title several times before moving up to the sport mods.

Meanwhile, Cash Saxon of Lampman won the slingshot title. He had been the runner-up for the division the previous year.

Former Lampman resident Kyle Scholpp won the modified div-

ision title at the speedway for the third straight year. Brody Singleton of Kisbey was the rookie of the year in the hobby stock division.

Numerous drivers from the southeast corner of the province made their way to the track for race programs during the season.

Carlyle Wildcats open their season

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The other game Saturday saw the Midale Mustangs double up the Arcola-Kisbey Combines 6-3. Steven Lindenbach had a hat trick, including back-to-back goals in the second period when it was a 1-1 game. Kendall Oliver, Devon Johnson and Alex Bechtold also had goals for Midale.

Hislop, River Lafferty

The Carlyle U18 A Wildcats began their season with a 2-1 win over the South East TS&M Goldwings Nov. 4 in Midale.

Kasenya Einarson scored the opening goal late in the first period for Carlyle. Akeria Lonechild added to the lead early in the second.

Riley Scott was the Wildcats’ goalie.

The Wildcats’ next game was a 10-1 loss to the Prairie Storm on Nov. 5 in White City.

Dixie Corscadden had Carlyle’s lone goal with two minutes to play in the first period, and it left the Wildcats down just one at that point.

Lexi Pirlot was in goal.

The Storm and the Wildcats were to play Sunday in Carlyle, but it was postponed due to weather.

Carlyle will host the Milestone Flyers on Nov. 12 at 1 p.m. and the Goldwings the following day at 1:30 p.m.

The Carlyle U18 Cougars’ hockey team is paying tribute to Wade Robertson this season. Photo by U18

Jordan Weber takes several awards in motocross

By Stephanie Zoer

Jordan Weber is a 17-year-old young man in Grade 12 at Arcola School, and he loves to race dirt bikes.

Weber lives with his dad Michael Weber west of Carlyle.

At the age of seven, Weber received a small dirt bike. He enjoyed ripping around his dad’s place on the twowheeled machine.

Around the age of eight or nine, he entered his first motocross race in Weyburn. Weber does not remember how he placed, but he does remember that it was a lot of fun.

Weber began to do full seasons in the sport and has competed ever since.

Each track consists of hills and tight turns.

The dirt can also be different.

According to Weber, each turn needs to be carefully calculated and each jump maneuvered the same way to avoid a crash.

Special gear is required to ride, covering the participant from head to toe, with a helmet, durable leather suits and gloves.

One needs to learn how to ride in all kinds of weather conditions, from sunshine to rain.

Weber explained the suits are hot to wear so riding in the heat of summer can be a challenge and something the body needs to adjust too.

Being in good physical shape is extremely important, especially strong arms.

“It is constant mov-

ing and adjusting the body around bends and jumps,” said Weber.

A race can have as few as 10 riders, but Weber has ridden with 42 bikers, with them all starting at the same time. With a group this large, it is usually at the beginning that the crashes happen.

Weber competes in Carlyle, Oxbow and Estevan, but has also traveled to the United States.

In 2019, he entered the C-class in Rapid City in South Dakota. He won the division but has not been able to return.

At every event that Weber attends, his father is there to offer guidance and support.

Weber has two bikes that he uses in the races. Both of them are Husqvarna’s.

Weber had an exceptionally good year on the South Corner Racing Circuit, which has a series of races in the southeast. He placed first with high points, second in the A division and second in youth. He placed the same last year and was incredibly happy with this.

“It is a fun event, with a community feeling and I’ve made a lot of friends,” said Weber.

He hopes to continue with the sport even after he graduates and attends college in Olds, Alta., where he plans to become an agricultural mechanic.

Weber’s season is now over, and he is playing hockey for the winter for the Arcola Combines. He looks forward to next season in the dirt.

Country living in a Stoughton condominium

By Stephanie Zoer

Taylor Park Estates is located on the west side of Stoughton, overlooking farmland to the west and Taylor Park to the east.

Dale Fowlow is a longtime resident of the area. He was the vice-principal at the Stoughton Central School for 25 years and then it was time to retire.

Fowlow wanted to retire in a place that would be stress free. He no longer wanted the upkeep of a house, including blowing snow, cutting grass or raking leaves.

He also did not want to live in the city to enjoy condominium living. Fowlow wanted to stay in a small town and live in a condo.

About 10 years ago, Taylor Park Estates was in the building process, and he felt this may be the perfect place to live.

Fowlow and his wife Diane have lived there for eight years and love every minute of it.

He feels it is a life of leisure that is stress free.

They know everyone in the building, although it is only half full at this time.

It is great to walk down the hallways to have friendly banter or meet the neighbour in the elevator to talk about the weather.

Fowlow said they have coffee every morning in the common room, which houses a kitchen and a bathroom. They hold

potluck suppers once a month, which he feels is always enjoyable.

The family atmosphere means special suppers for birthdays or anniversaries and a Christmas social. Family may also attend and even stay overnight in the guest room.

Fowlow went on to say they play cards and the crokinole board is never far away. In the summer, barbeques are held, with corn and wiener roasts.

These units have large windows that overlook the park while kids play, or a place to take a walk around the small lake. Benches adorn the walkway, and trees with memory plaques also are seen along the path.

In the winter, kids play hockey or skate on the frozen lake, which is always fun to watch, said Fowlow.

Fowlow feels living at

the Taylor Park Estates is relaxing, since there is no maintenance. They stay active, which is good for mental health.

At one time this place

was meant for over 55 years, but they have opened up the age requirements in hopes to attract more people to enjoy a place to live.

Wawota news - young people support UNICEF

Submitted by Myrna Olson

Sympathy to Shaun and Ashley Galger and family on the passing of her grandfather, Lorne McNarland.

He died on Oct. 28 at the long-term care palliative care unit in Moosomin. He was 85 years old. The funeral service will be on November 12th with interment in Kelwood Cemetery.

Neena and Daryl Johnson and Carey Lamoureaux travelled to Wawanesa, Man., last weekend and were on hand for the opening of Hanna Johnson’s new business, Beauty.by.hanna.

Congratulations to Karlie Jackson, a former resident of Wawota, now residing in Nanton, Alta. She was the lucky winner in a provincial Ram Everyday Adventure Contest, and took home a Dodge Ram 1500 truck.

Visiting with Morley and Joan Hamilton last weekend were Morley’s brother and sister-in -law, Roland and Ardith Hamilton of Winnipeg. Recent visitors with Norma Lamontagne were Don

Jane of Duncan, B.C., David Jane and his son, Laughlin, of Ottawa, Dennis and Lea Kushner of Swift Current, Michele Lamontagne and Mike Taillon, Sam and Jake of Calgary, Rennee Lamontagne, Emett, and Craig Gowland-Brown of Canmore, Alta. Also visiting with Lisa Hrabarchuk and Paul Lamontagne were Evan Lamontagne and Erica Zufka, and Mac and Brenna Lamontagne.

Congratulations to the

Wawota senior girls’ volleyball team, who had four straight wins at the district playoffs in Lemburg on Nov. 5. They will move on to regionals next weekend.

Thank you to those who purchased UNICEF posters for Halloween. Thirty-eight were sold and $380 was forwarded to UNICEF. Thank you also to Darren Olson who did the printing. Every year I hear some suggesting that the money should be used locally.

When you compare what our children in Wawota have to those in other

parts of the world who don’t have homes or enough to eat and difficulty getting

an education, the decision seems easy to support UNICEF.

Jordan Weber won first for high point, second in the A division and second in youth at the motocross awards night in Estevan. Photo by Jordan Weber

Taylor Park Estates offers country living in a condominium in Stoughton. Photo by Stephanie Zoer

College signs pact with University of Regina

The Southeast College and University of Regina say they are joining forces to provide academic programming, career training, continuing education, applied research and international student support services to help meet education, economic and labour market needs in Saskatchewan’s southeast region.

In a press release, the two institutions said they have common interests in expanding community-based post-secondary education programs, and recognize that this is best achieved through collaboration and joint delivery.

Areas of development focus on potential expansion of university certificate programs and micro-credentials in alternative sustainable energy, such as carbon capture and storage, hydrogen, geothermal and solar.

Furthermore, this partnership will provide opportunities for collaborative undergraduate and graduate programming in areas of mutual

interest, including business administration and nursing, and will also explore the possibility of a unique new bachelor’s degree.

“Southeast College is very pleased to enter into a partnership with the University of Regina,” said Dr. Vicky Roy, president and CEO of South-

east College. “This type of collaboration is essential for ensuring continued access to post-secondary education in rural Saskatchewan.”

“It is a great opportunity to partner and collaborate with such a great university, who are in the same region as us. It will mean a

little more accessibility and opportunity for our students, and applied research in the southeast area.”

“It will also provide the opportunity to establish an Applied Research and Sustainable Innovation Centre at the Estevan campus to benefit the community and work in collaboration with the industry,” she added later.

“Saskatchewan’s colleges, including Southeast College, play a vital role in helping Saskatchewan residents obtain post-secondary education in their home communities,” said Dr. Jeff Keshen, president and vice-chancellor of the University of Regina.

“The University of Regina is proud to be a partner in this regard, and this memorandum of understanding is an important step forward as we work together to expand educational opportunities in the southeast, particularly related to alternative and sustainable energy that will be so important to the region in coming decades.”

Dr. Vicky Roy, the president and CEO of Southeast College, and Dr. Jeff Keshen, president and vice-chancellor of the University of Regina, sign the memorandum of understanding. Photo by Sabrina Kraft of the Weyburn Review

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Travel agents’ first familiarization trip adventure

Submitted by Karla Haygarth

Karla Haygarth is an independent travel agent with TravelOnly and is based out of her house in Alameda.

She just recently attended a familiarization (FAM) trip with Playa resorts. She was one of 12 chosen out of Canada by the company to go to Cancun, Mexico. The agents inspected Playa’s resorts so they become familiar and then return home to sell their resort.

Karla was very surprized to be selected as she had not sold holidays to that property yet but now after being there, she will soon start. The Playa resorts include The Hyatt Ziva’s, Hyatt Zilara, the Hilton All Inclusive, Wyndham Alltra, Sanctuary Cap Cana, and The Jewel & Jewel Grande & Turquoize, which are also all inclusive.

They inspected eight resorts that were in Cancun,

Playa del Carmen, Riviera Cancun & Riviera Maya.

All eight resorts were very stunning and the service was impeccable.

It does depend where you are visiting as many people want the gorgeous beaches but some resorts don’t have the beach; they are noted for their pools and rooms. That is why we say it is so important to work with a travel agent as they know or they have close contacts to find out for you. The travel agents will work with you from the start of your trip planning until you get home.

Our suppliers have been great to work with and now since COVID-19, most of the suppliers have a travel agent phone line. So, we are not having to wait on hold for the seven or eight hours like we were at the start. Travelling was hard hit by the pandemic as we all know but we do finally see it opening and it is opening quickly.

They are calling it re-

venge travel; people want to go now and get to destination where they can be pampered. They can eat, drink, lay by the pool or beach and then entertainment at night. They have missed this for a very long time. Many are not yet ready to do all the tours they just want to relax and take in all what the resort has to offer.

So, the resorts are noticing and making sure they have their entertainers and their service staff ready. The private transfer guy I used going to the resort was very kind and we discussed COVID.

My travelling down to Cancun from Regina was very uneventful and that is a good thing. Regina’s airport is perfect for our small centres and is quite easy to get around.

I arrived in Toronto to catch my flight to go to Cancun and the immigration line was quite a bit shorter than when I travelled last December. The

agents from Ontario said that Toronto airport has really picked up their game and hired staff

I entered Cancun and going through customs all I had to show were my boarding passes and passport. I’m not saying it won’t change but for now it

was very nice and pleasant entering Mexico.

I would suggest for anyone that is thinking of travelling this winter to please book soon and avoid disappointment. The product is going fast and there are deals out there but it won’t be the deals we saw

pre-COVID. Flying has increased over COVID and so have tours but if you purchase packages, you will certainly see better deals.

So don’t be afraid to travel if your ready there are many people out there, and if you practise safety protocol you will be fine.

Province announces initiatives for lithium sector

The Government of Saskatchewan is expanding both the Oil and Gas Processing Investment Incentive (OGPII) and the Saskatchewan Petroleum Innovation Incentive (SPII) programs to allow eligible lithium projects to be included.

Saskatchewan’s Growth Plan supports the transformation of the province’s economy through innovation, technology and growth development of Saskatchewan’s technology sector, including the development of the lithium sector and

lithium extraction technologies. Lithium is considered an emerging commodity which will aid in diversifying Saskatchewan’s mining and energy sectors.

Primarily used in portable electronic devices and electric vehicles, Lithium has been gaining global attention. The Saskatchewan Geological Survey with the Ministry of Energy and Resources has confirmed the presence of lithium in some Saskatchewan aquifers from their brine sampling program, which began in 2011.

Prairie Lithium and Grounded Lithium are currently drilling for lithium here in Saskatchewan. Prairie Lithium has been using proprietary technology to extract lithium from subsurface brine water since 2020 and drilled their own well dedicated to lithium extraction in fall 2021. In summer 2022, Grounded Lithium also commenced drilling its first lithium focused well.

In addition to these two companies, there are several other companies that have acquired subsurface mineral tenure to explore for lithium in Saskatchewan but are not yet drilling. With the expansion of the OGPII and SPII programs to include lithium, the province can look forward to growth and innovation in the sector.

OGPII was created to support Saskatchewan’s competitiveness in oil and gas development by enabling an increase in value-added processing and infrastructure capacity, while SPII supports the commercialization of significant innovations in the petroleum and natural gas sector in the province.

The expansion of these programs to include eligible lithium projects is expected to accelerate the development of the sector.

Denise Taylor, left, and Karla Haygarth both work for TravelOnly.