The Observer April 28, 2023

Carlyle District Lions

By Gord Paulley

It was a night to remember as the Carlyle District Lions Club held its 30th annual supper and auction after a threeyear hiatus.

For the first time ever, the event was held at the Carlyle Sports Arena with nearly 400 people in attendance.

The audience was treated to a full course meal catered by Rylan and Cindy Weir of Manor. After Carlyle Mayor Jennifer Sedor welcomed the crowd, long-time Lions member Wayne Wilson was recognized for his 20 years as being the event committee chairman.

This year’s committee chairman was Tim Sedor who kept the event moving along at a steady pace. There were 15 live auction

items on the docket and Larry Loughren of Lampman was the auctioneer.

There were several new and interesting items in the live auction. These included a framed autographed jersey from Toronto Maple Leafs’ great Darryl Sittler, two electric bikes, and an airplane trip for two to anywhere in the world, along with new travel luggage.

Long-time Lion Dennis Feduk provided a freshly baked pie for every month of the year and Lions’ Club member Duncan Brown offered a 90-minute airplane ride over Carlyle and surrounding area.

There were several silent auction items to bid on and over 100 raffle items. Carlyle resident Anita Delalleau won the $1,730 pot of gold draw.

“I have purchased 50/50 tickets for years and live at the Carlyle Sports Arena all winter long. This was my first pot of gold, ever. Thank you Carlyle District Lions Club,” said Delalleau.

After the auction concluded and all winners were announced, the audience enjoyed the music of the Steadies, a Saskatchewan band from Saskatoon.

“We are happy to be performing in Carlyle and wish to thank the Lions Club for inviting us. We truly hope everyone enjoyed our music,” said lead vocalist Earl Pereira.

Brad Cooper and his wife Michelle are members of the supper and auction committee.

“It was a pleasure serving on this committee for the 2023 event,”

said Brad. “Michelle and I have been Lions members for a year and a half after moving to the Carlyle area, so this was our first auction. We had so much fun. We have enjoyed the opportunity to work with such an amazing group of people to impact our community in a positive way.

“If readers have ever considered joining the Lions, do it. It is a great way to meet new people and giving back to the community is incredibly rewarding.”

While net income figures from the auction were not disclosed, from all accounts this year’s function was a recordsetting event. Nearly all the proceeds will be redistributed to various organizations in Carlyle and district. Recipients

and amounts will be announced in June.

“The new Lions supper and auction format exceeded our expectations in every way,” said Sedor. “The energy the community brought to the bidding carried throughout the evening and was capped off by an amazing performance from Saskatoon’s The Steadies.

“Our audience partied well into the early hours of the morning with the band playing three encores. Had we not shut down the sound, I am sure they would have played all night. As a Lions Club, we couldn’t be happier with the outcome. Looking forward to next year. Thanks to everyone for making this a great event.”

For more photos, check out Observed At on Page 7.

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A large crowd turned out for the fundraiser Saturday night in Carlyle. Photo by Dolores Young

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Naloxone could save someone from a drug overdose

By Stephanie Zoer

Vidya Reddy is an education and research specialist, and Tashia

Acoose is an opioid prevention program worker from the AIDS programs for south Saskatchewan, and they came from Regina to Stoughton on April 21 to speak about naloxone.

The event was held at the Stoughton Royal Canadian Legion branch, with around 45 people in attendance.

According to Reddy, in 2019, 119 people overdosed on some form of drugs in Saskatchewan.

In 2020 that number jumped to 398 and in 2021 over 420 people overdosed.

Acoose said there is a great deal of stigma involving people who use drugs. Often people say drug users have a choice and she said after the first and second time of use, they do, but after that it is an addiction and no longer is easy to get rid of.

Acoose has heard too often that they could quit if they wanted to. Once addicted, getting off the drugs is not something that happens overnight, she said.

Acoose knows this first hand as she was addicted for six years.

She went on to say that people never intend to become addicted, and they never intend to overdose. Mixing drugs is dangerous and could become fatal, she explained.

She said that her friend had stopped using drugs for a week. He then did the same amount as before and it was too much, and he died.

When a person overdoses on opioids, it slows their breathing, their heart rate slows down, lips and nails could turn blue, and the oxygen is depleted from the blood.

Reddy said that if a person is found to have an overdose, the first thing to do is call 911.

Try to wake the person, if this fails, follow the instructions from the operator of the 911 centre, but naloxone can be administered. Stay on the line with 911 and

answer all their questions and have clear responses.

Naloxone is a non-addictive medication. It will not hurt a person if it is not a drug overdose, said Reddy.

Reddy did some train-

ing on how to administer the injection, and the contents of the kit could be seen at the event.

Reddy and Acoose said that drug-related issues are hitting all the towns and cities.

“We need to do our

part and be educated so we can help,” said Reddy.

The event was organized by the Stoughton First Responders, Stoughton Tecumseh Fire Department and the community.

Zaya found not guilty of assault

A verdict has been handed down in the case of a Saskatchewan

RCMP officer who was charged with assault. Const. Dani Zaya was

found not guilty of the charge in Carlyle Provincial Court on April 14.

Zaya was charged with one count of assault with a weapon, namely pepper spray, under the Criminal Code following an investigation.

Zaya’s case went to trial in January. A judge adjourned the matter to April for a decision.

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According to the Saskatchewan RCMP, on Oct. 31, 2020, officers from the Carlyle detachment stopped a vehicle in Arcola to conduct an Alcohol and Gaming Regulations Act investigation. The RCMP says one of the occupants

of the vehicle, an adult male, was arrested by Zaya during the course of the investigation. During the interaction with the adult male, Zaya used pepper spray.

A complaint was made to Carlyle RCMP in relation to this incident on Nov. 18, 2020. An investigation occurred, and after consultation with Crown prosecution, Zaya was arrested and charged on June 23, 2021, and released on conditions.

He was suspended with pay.

No further information has been made available on the matter.

From left, Andrea Rolufs, Alaura Campbell and Keshia Tuffnell attended the Naloxone training in Stoughton.

Photo by Stephanie Zoer

A visual treat for Carlyle

Carlyle couple wins $536,425 through hospital lottery

By Gord Paulley

Carlyle residents Bev and Deb Dunn were the lucky winners of the 50/50 add-on lottery in the Hospitals of Regina spring draw.

“We were in Regina for an appointment,” said Bev. “The blizzard made driving dangerous and we decided to stay in the city for the night. We were watching the [Toronto Maple] Leafs’ playoff game and received a phone call from my cousin Gary Calcutt. He asked, were you watching the news tonight? I said no, we were watching the hockey game.

“Well, Gary said, you just won the lottery! Deb and I looked at one another. We just couldn’t believe it.”

“We faithfully watch the CTV Regina news

but on this night the Leafs took priority. Our phones started to ring and ping, and it ended up being quite the night,” added Deb.

The Dunns are lifetime residents of Carlyle and are ardent supporters of the Hospitals of Regina, Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital and STARS Air Ambulance. They also graciously donate to many local organizations and in fact attended this past weekend’s Carlyle District Lions Club Supper and Auction.

They love golfing and are strong supporters of the Carlyle Golf Club.

When asked what they plan to do with their winnings, they promptly responded, “We are going to savour the moment and think about it. We really have nothing but time.”

Bev and Deb Dunn pictured at their Carlyle residence. They won big through the Hospitals of Regina Foundation Home Lottery. Photo by Gord Paulley

Dorothee Corrigan snapped this photo of the northern lights northeast of Carlyle on Sunday night. The northern lights made their latest appearance in southeast Saskatchewan, much to the delight of photographers and people who just enjoy seeing the dazzling display.

We’re in for a bumpy ride

David Willberg Willberg’s World

Each year, CAA Saskatchewan holds its worst roads contest.

It’s a chance for people to submit their choice(s) for the worst municipal roads and highways in Saskatchewan. People can submit their reviled stretch of road, include a few photos, and see how it compares to deteriorating counterparts in the province.

The contest, which wrapped up on Wednesday, can turn into a bit of a punchline. We get to make wisecracks about the worst routes in the province and how horrible they are. We also get that dose of reality about how things could be worse.

You might not be happy with that 15-kilometre segment of highway that you have to drive every day, but other roads are worse.

This campaign is also a source of awareness. It’s a constant reminder that there is always so much work to do on highways in Saskatchewan. Some highways have appeared multiple times or in consecutive years, much to the chagrin of motorists.

In southeast Saskatchewan, we have several highways in need of attention. One of them, Highway 13 near Redvers, finished fourth this year and was as high as second. It’s not a surprise that it would appear; after all, it’s adjacent to a bustling town and Highway 13 serves as an important link between Saskatchewan and Manitoba. There are a lot of people who can vouch for the fact that it needs attention.

It’s not the only one in this region that would merit a spot in the top 10.

Highway 47 south of Stoughton needs attention. It’s needed to be resurfaced for a few years now. You would think it would be a high-priority highway because of the amount of traffic and the number of heavy trucks, but it continues to be overlooked.

And then you have Highway 47 north of Stoughton, which would receive more criticism if more people drove it. I know a lot of people who will take the long way around rather than content with Highway 47.

I remember that Highways 361 and 318 around Alida used to be in pretty rough shap, but it’s been a while since I’ve driven either one of those.

The Ministry of Highways and Infrastructure has done a pretty good job on many of our highways. They have put money into parts of Highway 13 east of Stoughton (even if the area around Redvers needs attention) and Highway 18 west of the Manitoba border.

But there are other areas that need work. And we should be at the top of the priority list. After all, if it wasn’t for the revenues generated by the oil and gas sector in the southeast, the government wouldn’t have been able to return to surplus budgets faster than it projected.

The contest has evolved over the years. At one time, it was just highways that were on the list. Now municipal roads are included. You have to wonder how closely municipalities follow the results.

Road repairs can be tough for some municipalities, especially small towns and villages. They don’t have access to the resources of the provincial government and larger centres, and resurfacing Main Street and other arterial roads can be expensive. And if it’s public that one of their main roads is deteriorating, that’s not exactly good news for trying to draw visitors from elsewhere.

Still, perhaps it’s time to separate the contest into two components. One for the highways, and the other for the municipal roads. That way, a few more of each get their turn in this dubious spotlight.

But it is a contest that is well worth following, and it’s one I look forward to following each year.

I volunteered to be on a committee at my church to help plan a garage sale. Funds that come in will be directed toward an effort I am also involved in – refugee resettlement.

A similar event was held last year and it was big, so as we discussed another effort this year, some wondered if there would be enough stuff donated since people brought bags and boxes full just 12 months ago. We were quickly reassured that wouldn’t be a problem.

My daughter texted me to ask what my weekend plans were. I told her that I was going to spend a few hours doing some cleaning and putting aside items for a garage sale. Her reply frankly surprised me. She said, “OK, happy spring cleaning. Hope you have fun.” I honestly don’t remember using terms like spring cleaning when my girls were growing up, yet some-

how it has become part of her vocabulary.

Many cultures have a practice of spring cleaning, going back to a time when people lit fires to keep warm during colder months. The first warm days of spring meant they could open their windows and doors and get rid of all the soot and ash that had collected over the winter months, hence spring cleaning.

This time of year, there is apparently an innate urge to reach into all corners of our homes and give it a good clean.

Six in ten Canadians say they will be scouring and scrubbing. There are good reasons to do so. It benefits our mental health, it gives us a sense of a fresh start, and it provides an opportunity to rid ourselves of things we are no longer using.

But while some are ready to dive in and begin to declutter, environmentalists are advocating putting the brakes on that since most of what we get rid of in these cleaning binges ends up in the landfill. That’s good enough reason for me. Just picture the placards: “Stop spring cleaning. It is hurting the environment.” Alas, the cleaning must get done.

More than 90 per cent of survey respondents feel a clean home

equates a clear mind and freedom to relax, yet it’s a fairly small percentage that enjoys the process. The numbers decline depending on the task. Washing windows is cited as the worst, followed by deep cleaning the bathroom and scrubbing large kitchen appliances inside and out.

It’s a rather ironic situation we find ourselves in. We are beneficiaries of a lifestyle that includes access to fridges, ovens, microwaves, washer/dryers, multiple screens, assorted windows, closets filled with more clothes and shoes than we can wear and yes, plumbing in bathrooms we dislike cleaning, and then we express feeling overwhelmed having to care for it all.

While the vast majority feel there is value in organizing and cleaning our homes, a significant percentage say they don’t know how to begin. They know they need to deal with all their stuff first and they can’t seem to get started. Sit with that thought for just a moment. People are struggling to take proper care of what they have because they simply have too much to care for.

We’ve been hearing about the great junk transfer that is coming, the passing down of big dollars from one generation to the next.

Yes, part of it is the wealth that will be inherited over the next decade, but along with that transfer of money comes piles of belongings that accompany it.

Baby Boomers were savers and the children they raised became massive consumers. Millennials seek minimalism.

These are broad generalizations of course, but the result is that stuff, stuff and more stuff is intersecting and filling up basements, garages and storage units and creating burdensome situations.

We are entering the time of year that could be called the annual junk transfer as one household attempts to clear out its stuff, to be purchased by another household that is likely promising to do the same. But that is so much better than having boxes and bags of items sitting stagnant, unused and unappreciated.

The access we have to so much has led to the excess we now must confront. Being able to put more into the hands of those who can use it is a good place to start. Organizing, cleaning and decluttering could be embraced with greater enthusiasm if we fully understood what it represents. Let’s make the excess describe our gratitude, rather than our stuff. That’s my outlook.

Shelley Luedtke

When the excess describes the wrong thing

EMS enhancements announced for communities

An increase of $8.8 million in annual funding in the 2023-24 provincial budget will support Emergency Medical Services (EMS) improvements for 31 Saskatchewan communities.

The money will add rural and remote ground ambulance staff, expand community paramedicine, address wage parity issues, and provide more operational funding for contracted EMS operators and communication upgrades.

“EMS providers in Saskatchewan communities are on the frontlines of patient care, and our government is committed to supporting this critical priority area with funding for additional paramedics, ambulances and other essential resources,” Rural and Remote Health Minister Everett Hindley said.

“This year’s investment is part of a multiyear commitment to stabilize emergency

services and modernize the system to improve overall response times, patient care and patient flow through the system as well as addressing offload delays.”

The funding increase of $8.8 million includes over $3.5 million to support the addition of 33 full-time equivalent (FTE) positions in 27 Saskatchewan communities.

In the southeast, funding was announced for Carnduff and Stoughton. The Saskatchewan Health Authority ambulance service in Carnduff and not-for-profit ambulance service in Stoughton will see increases in paid hours to staff current ambulance resources eight hours a day /16 hours on call.

“The additional funding provided by the Government of Saskatchewan is another positive step to advancing our vital Emergency Medical Services throughout the

province,” said John Ash, the Saskatchewan Health Authority vice-president of provincial clinical and support services. “Our EMS staff will be better supported and equipped to provide the best possible care to the people of

Saskatchewan. Patients, especially those in rural areas, will have a more stabilized EMS service and quicker access to our health-care teams.”

Contracted EMS providers across the province will receive a $2.6

Letter to the Editor

Show support for striking PSAC workers

The editor:

It has been well advertised that Canada Revenue Agency workers are now on strike, however, there are many other components involved in one of the largest strikes in Canada’s history. One such component includes vital emergency services – your RCMP support staff

Our responsibilities and duties are so varied across the nation but essentially we are the voice you hear when you need the police. We are the ones on the other end of the phone when you need help, guidance or just someone to listen.

We are the ones who support our police officers behind the scenes so that they can be operational and on the road, keeping our communities safer. We help you with your criminal record checks and accident reports, record suspensions and answer your questions when you attend to your local detachment. We are the front-line staff, the public servants who go above and beyond to assist you, the public.

We are trained to take those calls for serious assaults, attempted murders, sudden deaths, break-ins, missing persons, frauds and so, so much more. We transcribe those statements, we see those photos, we deal with prisoners, we go to court and assist the Crown prosecutor in getting you the justice you

deserve. We get yelled at, screamed at, threatened and when we go home at the end of the day, we can’t tell anyone about our day because this is what we signed up for.

Why are we on strike?

Yes, I work for the federal government and

consider ourselves very fortunate to have a job we love but we have now been two years without a contract, which means two years without a raise. The cost of living has increased substantially and we have asked for a fair wage to help us with

those rising costs. That is why we’re on strike. Thank you for your support and patience.

Marie Russell Jacqui Trippel Tracey Handley Carlyle RCMP support staff

million increase in wage parity funding to assist with recruitment and retention measures by ensuring wages remain competitive.

Other key investments include $866,000 to support a two per cent

grant increase for contracted ambulance operators across the province to mitigate rising operational pressures; and over $1 million to support EMS communications equipment and technology upgrades.

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Fundraiser in Oxbow draws big support for wildlife

By Nicole Northild

The Souris-Moose Creek Wildlife Federation hosted its 31st annual supper and auction fundraiser on April 22 at the Oxbow Rink.

A large crowd of around 230 people attended the event, which was held at the Oxbow Arena.

Through the wildlife federation’s e ff orts, the event brought in around $50,000.

The event started at 5 p.m. with the supper an hour later.

The main course was beef brisket, carrots, and baked potato with all the fixings. There were also some salads to choose from. Once everyone had finished their dessert, the night’s entertainment began via the auction.

Family, neighbours, and friends pitted against each other to purchase their desired item, and this year there was a variety of goods to bid on. Prizes ranged from tents, camping chairs and a barbecue to fishing gear and jewelry, as well as flatbed trailer loaded with bolts and tools.

If someone didn’t have any luck at the main auction there were tables for a silent one as well as a ra ffl e ticket draw.

The highlight of the evening; however, was the ping pong ball auction, in which 15 balls were sold for a chance to win one of the four main fi rearm prizes. Once the 15 participates had been determined, earning their coveted seat on stage, the contestants sat as their 15 numbered ping pong balls were drawn one by one. The victor was the only one left seated, and then had the opportunity to choose which gun they wanted to take home.

Some of this year’s proceeds will go towards repairing the fi shing dock at Moose Creek Regional Park. The rest goes towards the federation’s other goals, from preserving natural habitation for wildlife to promoting outdoor education such as teaching archery to school children from Grades 4-12 through the National Archery In The Schools Program.

Thank You

THE CARLYLE DISTRICT LIONS CLUB

Outdoor prizes for the aution.

Many prizes were available in the auction. Photos by Cory Rucks

Photos by Dolores Young

Stoughton Early Learning Facility has a new director

By Stephanie Zoer

Kearstin Mytopher

began working as an educator at the Stoughton Early Learning Facility (SELF) in October 2022.

She has enjoyed being around children since an early age, as her mom and grandmother babysat kids from their homes.

Mytopher was born in Estevan but was raised on a farm east of Corning by her parents Mark and Jennifer Mytopher.

She attended Kipling School and after graduating Grade 12 became employed by the daycare in the town.

During her employment

in Kipling, she began her early childhood education degree. Over the course of three years, she completed her ECE and received her certificate.

In each level of the ECE, there are many courses to complete, and it is incredibly detailed, according to Mytopher.

She then went to work in Weyburn at the daycare for two years as the infant educator. These children ranged from 18 weeks up to one and a half years of age.

Although Mytopher enjoyed her job, she wanted to be in a small town.

Mytopher and her fiancé Draven Buchan have a

four-year-old son, Kailer.

“We want to raise him in a small-town atmosphere where he will attend school with the same kids throughout the years,” said Mytopher.

When Mytopher received the position as an educator at the Stoughton daycare, the couple decided to make Stoughton their place of residence and bought a house to make it permanent.

On Nov. 28, 2022, Mytopher became the new director at SELF.

“With any new job there are always so many things to learn, and they are all learning curves,” said Mytopher.

“It was important to get to know all the children and their parents. The children have such different personalities, which makes the job so interesting.”

Mytopher went on to say it is of the utmost importance that the children have a great experience at the daycare, with lots of fun and learning.

She said she is incredibly happy with her career choice and is excited for the year to come, not only at the daycare, but in her personal life, as she will be getting married on Oct. 21.

As Mytopher settles into her new role as the director, she looks forward to a great future at the SELF.

Wawota weekly news - residents had lots of activities

By Myrna Olson

Congratulations to Karl Sauter, who was elected to the Canadian Western Agribition board of directors recently.

Welcome back to Janice Birnie, who has returned to Wawota for the summer. She spends the winter at her home in Hawaii.

Sympathy to the family and friends of Reg Linder. He passed away on April 16 in Regina. He was 81 years old. He leaves his wife, Sharon and family, Jason (Karen), Kent (Kerri), Gail (Kel-

ly) Goff and Debbie Goff and their families. His funeral will be at the Regina Funeral Home and Cemetery in Regina on May 7.

sThe Wawota Public Library Book Club met at the library on April 24 to discuss their latest book Five Quarters of the Orange by Joanne Harris. It is a story of a young French girl who returns to her hometown, hoping that the locals won’t recognize her as the daughter of an infamous woman who was responsible for a tragedy during the German occupation.

Wawota would like to welcome some more Ukranian families to our town. They are Mykailo and Yustena Ivasuityn (Lubov’s parents), and Liubomyr (Luke) and Tatina Kuchma and their son, Maksym (friends of Andrii and Svitlana) and Taras Fedyshn (a friend of Alexandro).

We are pleased to be able to offer these families accommodations and eventually work.

Family and friends attending the birthday party for Baz Fletcher were parents Jessica Oliver and

Brooks Fletcher of Saskatoon, Les and Gail Oliver of Moosomin, Susan Goebel and Karen Oliver and the Fletcher family, all of Regina, Dawson Gibson if Rocanville, Linda Satterthwaite and Joey Nyeste of Winnipeg, and local attendees Pat Linder, Darlene Pryce, Jason Pryce, Dwayne and Shannon Linder, Norman and Jackie Oliver, Morris, Heather and Lexi Draper and Pat and Jan Jamieson.

Sarah Weatherald, Madeleine, Amelia and Kathryn enjoyed a trip to visit many

family members and friends in the Ottawa and Montreal area during the Easter break. They spent 10 fun filled days there before returning home.

Visiting with Dylan and Kelsey Mills at Easter were Kelsey’s mom and dad, Tammy and Del Wyatt from Saskatoon. They visited with other family members as well as friends at Kenosee Lake, Arcola and Virden, Man., while in the area.

Al and Lucy Chubak’s company at Easter were Gordie and Suzanne Chubak, Alissa and Caitlyn and

daughter, Alana, all from Regina.

Tom and Cher Badger are enjoying the warm Texas weather. Cher met her sister in Witchita Falls, Texas. She also joined up with her grandniece and her grandniece’s boyfriend in Marble Falls his past weekend. They enjoyed walking, shopping, eating and visiting.

Happy 60th wedding anniversary to Joe and Jean Brisbois. They celebrated on April 16 with an invitational afternoon tea at the Drop-In Centre. This was followed by a family supper.

Kearstin Mytopher looks forward to her future at the Stoughton Early Learning Facility as the new director.

Photo by Draven Buchan

Five more medals presented

Cannington MLA Daryl Harrison recently honoured another five Saskatchewan residents with prestigious Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Medals.

The presentation took place at the Royal Canadian Legion Hut in Carlyle on April 15. Awards for volunteerism were presented to Peter Piper of Stoughton, Carol Vanstone of Carnduff, and Wendy Rounce and Jack Wilson of Carlyle. Mary Anne Veroba received her award for excellence in sports.

The Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal was created to celebrate the 70th anniversary year of Queen Elizabeth II’s ascension to the throne.

The medal is a way for the province of Saskatchewan to honour the Queen for her service to Canada. A total of 7,000 medals will be awarded to deserving citizens in Saskatchewan.

Drop-In car seat clinic held in Carlyle

By Gord Paulley

In collaboration with SGI, the Saskatchewan Health Authority and Regional Kids First, the Carlyle Fire Hall hosted the first of 15 car seat clinics to be held in

southeast Saskatchewan over the coming weeks. Families were invited to drive in and have their children’s car seats inspected by trained professionals.

Those attending were welcomed by employees

of Andrew Agencies, South ABI (Acquired Brain Injury) Education and Prevention coordinator Lorie Norris and Regional Kids First community liaison Jennifer Sedor.

Both Norris and Sedor

are certified members of the Child Passenger Safety Association of Canada.

“SGI provides the training and funding for these clinics. We want to give parents as much education as we can to ensure that they travel with their young families as safely as they can,” said Norris.

Every car seat goes through a stringent child restraint checklist. This is to ensure the

child is secured safely, that the child restraint is installed correctly, and that the child restraint meets standards.

Jessica Fornwald drove in from Lampman when she found out about the Carlyle clinic. “We had lived in Alberta before moving to Lampman and I wanted to make sure our car seats conformed to all Saskatchewan safety regulations,” said Fornwald.

“This is the first of 15 clinics scheduled to take place here in southeast Saskatchewan,” added Sedor. “I urge everyone to come out and ensure that your car seat is considered legal and safe. It only takes a few minutes and is entirely free.”

Additional clinics planned in the coming weeks include Oxbow May 29 at the Expressway Family Centre.

From left, recipients Peter Piper, Wendy Rounce, Mary Anne Veroba, Carol Vanstone, Jack Wilson and MLA Daryl Harrison. Photo by Gord Paulley

Kids First community liaison Jennifer Sedor inspecting a car seat occupied by sevenyear-old Leelynn Fornwald of Lampman. Photo by Gord Paulley

Annual fish fry

Nearly 200 people attended the 2023 fish fry held at the Wawota Town Hall. Members of the Wawota and District Lions Club prepared the meal. The club is very active in Wawota and the surrounding communities. This organization was chartered in 1965 and has 33 active members. The present executive consists of president Dale Hewitt, secretary Shawn Murray and treasurer Doug Carpenter.

MS Canada serves those with the disease

Submitted by Sarah Greening

Each May, MS Canada

(formerly known as the MS Society of Canada) recognizes MS Awareness Month, which is dedicated to connection, community and raising awareness of what it means to live with or support someone living with multiple sclerosis (MS).

Canada has one of the highest rates of MS in the world. More than 90,000 Canadians live with MS and 12 Canadians, on average, are diagnosed with the disease every day.

MS is a disease of the central nervous system, which includes the brain, spinal cord and optic nerves. Symptoms can include numbness and tingling, vision prob-

lems, impaired speech, loss of balance/co-ordination, fatigue, loss of mobility and mood changes. MS is unpredictable and often episodic, meaning a person can have fluctuating periods of wellness and disability.

MS Canada connects people affected by MS to information and resources, and funds research to find the cause and cure for the disease.

These resources are available across the province and country, and include peer support groups, one-on-one peer support, virtual wellness programs, education webinars, and a quality-oflife equipment program. There is also the MS Knowledge Network – an information hub where MS Navigators help individuals find their way

through all things MS. Navigators are available via phone, email or live web chat from Monday-Friday.

While there is currently no known cause or cure for MS, researchers are looking at genetic and environmental factors. Since 1948, MS Canada has invested over $212 million in MS research. In these 75 years there has been significant progress in advancing treatment and care, enhancing well-being, understanding and halting disease progression, and preventing MS.

Canada is home to some of the world’s leading MS researchers, and this research – including research happening in Saskatchewan – is the key to finding new treatments and pathways to cures.

Whether you participate in a fundraising event, sign a petition, volunteer, support an organization giving back to MS Canada, or take the time to learn about MS, every action has an impact. Get involved and join the momentum in the lead-up to World MS Day on May 30.

On May 28, communities across the province

will come together for the annual Saskatchewan Blue Cross MS Walk. Register for a Walk near you, or attend a virtual MS Walk, to join a powerful community dedicated to making life better for people with MS. Your participation ensures that no one living with MS is alone in their journey.

You can also support the MS community

through the May 50k – a global challenge to run, walk, or roll 50 kilometres for MS research and access to treatment, or by registering for the upcoming MS Bike. Visit MS Canada’s website, mscanada.ca, to stay updated on the many ways to participate, advocate, educate and donate throughout MS Awareness Month.

Photo by Gord Paulley

The Walk for MS is an important annual fight in the battle against multiple sclerosis.

Photo courtesy of Sarah Greening

Awareness Awareness

Stephanie Dayman knows the struggles of multiple sclerosis and shares how she has learned to live with it

By Stephanie Zoer

Every day in Canada, 12 people are diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) and 75 per cent of these people are women, according to MS Canada, and Stephanie Dayman is one of them.

Dayman lives near Arcola on an acreage with her husband Trevor and their two sons, Rexton and Rylin.

Raised on a farm near Steelman, Dayman had a regular childhood and was no different than any other kid.

Upon graduating from high school, Dayman attended the University of Regina in the elementary education program. At the time, she had no idea what would happen to her in the future.

Dayman became a substitute teacher, but while at home she would experience her first episode with multiple sclerosis.

She felt off, like she was having a stroke. Dayman’s left side became numb and tingly at the same time. She struggled with her speech and felt dizzy. She was taken to the hospital, where they would run tests for a stroke but nothing showed up.

The next day she would be taken to Regina for more testing to rule out such things as a brain tumor or Bell’s palsy; once they were ruled out, a CT scan was ordered. It too came back with nothing to show.

On June 24, 2014, an MRI was done on Day-

man. It was first only on her head, but when the MRI was completed, the doctor ordered it down her neck and spine. Dayman was sent home to wait for results in the following days.

When Dayman and her husband reached the Arcola Co-op, the phone rang from the neurologist asking if they were still in Regina, but they were already close to home, so the news came over the phone only a few hours after her MRI.

“I remember that phone call like yesterday, when the neurologist told me ‘You have lesions on the brain and spine, you have multiple sclerosis,’” said Dayman.

Her first thoughts would be she would end up in a wheelchair and be a burden to all those around her. She knew this would be a lifelong issue and told her husband that he could move on if he wanted to, as Dayman’s world would have a lot of uncertainties.

Another issue was having children and the doctor asked the couple if they planned to have any. They both said they wanted children, and the neurologist told them they should have kids now.

“When I was first diagnosed, I was angry, frustrated, confused, sad and would always think, why me,” said Dayman.

She became pregnant and had a healthy baby boy named Rexton in 2017. She felt great during her pregnancy and in

2022 had another baby boy named Rylin.

Over the past few years, a new medication has been used on Dayman called Ocrevus which is an infusion done twice a year. It takes four to five hours to be administered and done in Saskatoon at an infusion clinic. Dayman was the second person to receive this treatment.

She tried another medication, but through bloodwork it had a rare side effect and she had to stop taking it. Another one did not help, and her lesions became bigger. It is now nine years that Dayman has lived with MS.

“During my relapses, I would always tell people I want to be normal,” said Dayman.

When she sat back and looked around her, she saw that everyone has some kind of issue.

“People struggle with diabetics, mental health, infertility, the list goes on, so is there such a thing as feeling normal?” said Dayman.

She will always need regular MRIs to check on the lesions. A dye is used and if the lesions do not light up like a Christmas

tree, it means they are not active. This medication freezes them in place, and some even got smaller. Although this medication works to slow the lesions it is not a cure for MS.

Dayman said she still feels incredibly blessed.

“The medication has stopped the progression of my MS,” said Dayman. “I have an incredible supportive husband and two beautiful boys.”

“Living with MS is a blessing and a curse at the same time,” said Dayman. She was always on the go, never sitting still. Now she takes the time that her body needs. When she is tired, she takes it easy. She spends as much time with her boys as possible.

It took Dayman several years to accept the fact that she had MS and now deals with it in a positive manner as much as possible as it is not going to go away.

“We will go through life together and support each other at every obstacle and hurdle thrown our way, just like everyone else does in this crazy thing called life,” said Dayman.

Stephanie Dayman feels blessed to have two beautiful sons while dealing with multiple sclerosis. Photo courtesy of Brielle Klemack Photography

New tattoo business and artist in Carnduff

By Nicole Northild

Mathieu Morneau is a new resident to Carnduff as well as the town’s newest business member.

Originally from Quebec, he is a talented tattoo artist whose chair has already had a steady stream of repeat customers. Since December, when he opened his doors, he has used his tattoo guns to put new ink into more than 130 designs. Not only is he inking the skin of the locals, but people who have come from afar just for him.

“It started as a cool fun thing to do on weekends,” Mathieu said.

He started while he was still in the army at the Canadian Armed Forces base in Shilo, Man.

Someone had bought an Amazon gun and over the next two years, he had practised on almost everyone in his unit, over 100 people. Starting out, for Mathieu it had just been a hobby.

“He didn’t know how good he was and didn’t plan to pursue it,” said his girlfriend Victoria.

Mathieu credits her support in making the change from hobby to career.

“She made it happen,” said Mathieu.

He spent thousands of hours practising line work and thousands more studying technique during his time off at the base.

Mathieu is surrounded by old school art work on the walls, which is his

favorite style of tattoos to do. As for how someone could be so self-disciplined and diligent to practice lines over and over for that long, he shrugged and didn’t have an answer but agreed that “It was fulfilling”.

Mathieu learned art from his grandmother, who painted in oils, but drawing became a staple outlet in his life from a young age.

“I was the bad kid drawing dinosaurs in school instead of paying attention to the teachers,” he said, and his work just evolved from there. Today he does pretty much anything, but mostly is asked to do animals, flowers and memorial works such as kids’ names.

New Arcola Daycare director enjoys her new role

By Stephanie Zoer

Melissa Beuckert was raised a small-town girl in Manor by her parents Rick and Cheryl Lynch. She has three brothers.

Beuckert now lives in Kisbey with her husband Grant and two daughters, eight-year-old Aubrey and four-year-old Charlie.

She attended hairdressing school in Estevan and is a journeyperson hairstylist.

When her first daughter Aubrey was born, Beuckert decided to be a stay-at-home mother, but once her second daughter Charlie was born, she began to look for a parttime job close to home.

Beuckert saw that Ar-

cola Daycare was hiring and applied. She felt the job would be perfect and the bonus was she could take her youngest daughter with her on the days that she worked, as her oldest daughter was now in school. She began her new job at the daycare last January.

During this time, Beuckert completed her level 1 early childhood education course online through Sask. Polytechnic, and has since begun her level two course, which she is also doing online.

On Feb. 15 Beuckert became the new director for the daycare and now works full-time.

“I love every part of the

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job and getting to know all the kids and their different personalities,” said Beuckert.

“The daycare is always changing, whether it be

new kids or new staff. We always want to continue to grow,” said Beuckert. Although the position is still pretty new to Beuckert, she feels great

and is enjoying the new role.

“There is a lot to learn,” said Beuckert, and she wishes to provide quality experiences

for the children and their families.

Beuckert’s future plans are to be able to have excursions with the children and different fun activities.

The daycare has been busy over the last weeks with their Hutterite chicken fundraiser and the popular Arcola Daycare Ladies’ Night, which was held April 22.

“It was a lot to soak in with being in a new position,” said Beuckert. Working in Arcola allows Beuckert to be close to her home in Kisbey with a short commute to work. It also has her close to her parents who remain in Manor.

Beuckert looks forward to her future at the daycare, and to offering quality, safe and experienced care to the children.

Melissa Beuckert is enjoying her new role as the Arcola Daycare director. Photo by Arcola Daycare Staff

Mathieu Tattoo Parlor in Carnduff. Photo by Nicole Northild

Carnduff 4-H Club members working on record books

By Fallyn M. Shier

The Carnduff 4-H Beef Club’s monthly general meeting was held in Carndu ff on March 8.

We took club photos, and the winners of our halter-breaking challenge were announced. Members could participate in this challenge by sending in $5 and a video to our leaders of calves being led within a set timeframe. The money was split between the challenge winners.

Our project meeting directly followed, and members worked on our record books together.

Record books are on the brain, and we met again as a group in Carnduff to continue working on them on March 21. Each member has to complete a record book every year for their animals. It takes a lot of time and e ffort, so getting started early is a good idea.

Finally, we had nine of our club members attend the Royal Manitoba Winter Fair from March 27-April 1 in Brandon. We had a busy week in the barn. We all participated in showmanship, and we had calves in both the steer and heifer shows throughout the week. We had a lot of fun, and are looking forward to the spring show season which is just around the corner.

Proceeds from Alida fundraiser were presented

Submitted by Edel Cowan

The Alida Curling Club held an auction during their Curl for Cancer bonspiel in February. The final amount of $1,500 was donated to the Cancer Foundation of Saskatchewan to be used towards the purchase of a new breast screening bus.

Much appreciation goes to all who donated and purchased during this event.

Tony and Lil Blashko stopped at Moosomin Hospital on April 9 to visit her brother Ernest Lemieux. They then continued on to Alida where they had lunch and visited with Dianne Lemieux. They were returning from Shoal

Lake, Man., to their home at Penticton, B.C.

Dale, Bill and Kathy Anthony attended the funeral service for their brother Wayne on April 13 in Moose Jaw. A burial service will be held sometime in May in Carnduff. Dale stayed for an extra week in Moose Jaw before returning home. On April 21, Dale’s nephew Greg

and wife Monika Goddard travelled with Dale to Alida, stayed overnight and then continued on to their home in Ontario.

The Alida Rec Board’s third annual online auction was held April 1416. It was a huge success. Merchandise was to be picked up on April 24. Once again, the rec board appreciates all

your support during their fundraising events.

We wish to welcome Sean and Mona Magotioux to Alida. They have purchased the former Joe (Boodie) Lemieux house and will be making their new home there. Hope you folks will enjoy our little town.

On April 20 Tim, Shelly and Ainsley Cowan travelled to Weyburn

where Ainsley participated with her dance class in “De feet dance challenge” at the Artemis Dance Competition. The class received gold. Way to go.

Café 361 held a breakfast brunch on April 23 with a fairly good crowd in attendance. Delicious food as always. Let’s hope for another one in the near future.

Members of the Carnduff 4-H Beef Club are, back row, from left, Declynn Allum, Katch Hitchens, Wyatt Thompson, Easton Meredith, Rylan Lanski, Jaggar Allum and Jenna Thompson. Middle row, Dugan Franken, Bryler Franken, Damion Seymour, Brynn Scott and Paden Hitchens. Front row, Chett Franken, Fallyn M. Shier, Colton Thompson and Mason Shier. Photo courtesy of Chelsie Shier

Sports

Kaden Piper wants a future riding bucking bulls

By Stephanie Zoer

Kaden Piper knows what he wants in life, and he wants to be a professional bull rider.

Piper is a born and raised farm boy, living on a farm northeast of Stoughton with his parents, Chris and Jaycee, and has three older brothers Kienen, Cole and Karson.

On the farm, they have approximately 140 head of cattle. Some are purebred red Angus; others are registered Herefords, and the rest are commercial stock.

Last summer Piper purchased a couple of brahma cross heifers. His plan is to also purchase a bucking bull to breed his heifers to. If Piper cannot obtain a bucking bull, he will lease a bull from another contractor to use.

Depending on size, the calves, once grown to the age of two or three, are then ready to ride. Piper plans to purchase a few more heifers in the following year.

These brahmas will be used for Piper to practise on while at home to increase his riding skills.

Piper has been riding since he was eight years old and now is in grade 11. Last year he won at the Arcola Rodeo.

Piper also attended the Canadian Cowboy Association championship in Saskatoon last October.

He rode four bulls at the event: Mean Machine, Style Bender and Low Voltage. All gave Piper great rides, but his fourth ride on Fire It Up had him seeing dirt.

Although he had one ride that did not make the cut, it was still enough for him to win the CCA Championship.

Through the winter, Piper helps on the farm with feeding, and in the spring assists with calving and bottle feeding if they have calves with no mothers.

Come summer, he will help with haying, which includes bringing in the bales to be stacked.

In the meantime, Piper is looking to his future. When he graduates, he hopes to attend a college in the U.S. that has a good reputation with a rodeo program and excellent rodeo coaches to help him improve his ride.

While in school locally, he plays a variety of sports. The senior boys’ basketball team that Piper plays on just won the Hoopla 1A basketball bronze medal.

Piper plans to attend as many rodeos as possible this year to continue his quest to become a professional bull rider.

His first stop was in Tisdale on April 15 for the CCA. This was to gain points for the nationals and high school rodeo.

Special presentation in Oxbow celebrates hockey success

There is a special addition for Oxbow’s arena.

Darlene Himmelspeck of Estevan was in Oxbow recently, where she presented a 20-inch by 24-inch photo of the 1963-64 Oxbow Huskies to Rae Wright. The Huskies made it to the league final that season.

Wright said he was shocked to receive the photo.

“I had interest in the Big Six Hockey League way back then because my father was one of the people who was at the meeting when they formed the Big Six, and he played with a lot of the guys who were in that photo,” said Wright, who is currently the Huskies’ manager.

He was only a few years old when Oxbow made it to the league final that season, so he doesn’t remember anything, but he did get to know a lot of those players as he became older.

Wright is also a former Huskies’ player, was a linesman in the league and is a former Big Six president.

He noted his parents were wintering in Phoenix and just returned home. His father wanted to go to the rink to see the photo.

“I’m sure it’ll be a piece that’s talked about a lot for next season when people go in the rink. It’s always nice to have some old artifacts,” he said.

Himmelspeck said she had the picture among some old photos in her home. She has been to games in Oxbow in the past, but she never saw a photo like this. While it’s nearly 60 years old, she said the image is still very clear.

When she went to Oxbow to present the photo, she visited with Wright, and she was very impressed with his knowledge of the team from that season.

The bucking bull Fire It Up had Kaden Piper seeing dirt a the CCA finals. Photo by Wick Photography

Rae Wright with the Oxbow Huskies accepts a photo from Darlene Himmelspeck. Photo courtesy of Darlene Himmelspeck

Carlyle and District Food Bank receives $11,500 donation

By Gord Paulley

Precision Ag and Cargill have partnered to donate $11,500 to the Carlyle and District Food Bank.

“The purpose of Precision Ag and Cargill is to nourish the world in a safe, responsible and sustainable way,” said Precision Ag general manager Jody Magotiaux.

“We direct our partnerships to organizations such as the Carlyle and District Food Bank that are aligned with this purpose, in this case by addressing food

security. Food security exists when all people, at all times, have physical and economic access to enough safe, nutritious, and affordable food.

“Food that meets their daily caloric and nutritional needs and provides the foundation for an active and healthy life. Precision Ag and Cargill work to advance food security and nutrition around the world every day through our businesses, as well as by supporting organizations such as the Food Bank here in Carlyle.

“We have been in the

communities we serve for more than 25 years and are proud to support local programs such as this one.”

“Thank-you to Precision Ag and Cargill for your gracious donation. Funds are greatly appreciated as we have seen a steady rise in requests for help and a significant rise in food costs. In March of this year, we prepared and distributed 126 hampers, supporting over 300 clients in a 60-kilometre radius of Carlyle,” said food bank chairperson Theresa Luedtke.

Highway 13 near Redvers voted among worst roads

CAA Saskatchewan has released the results for this year’s Worst Roads contest.

From April 4-25, Saskatchewan road users including pedestrians, motorists, cyclists, transit riders and motorcyclists nominated and voted for their worst, unsafe roads. The common safety concerns for worst, unsafe roads are crumbling pavement, potholes, lack of maintenance or repair, congestion, not enough signage, and poor infrastructure.

Highway 13 near Redvers finished fourth due to potholes. Highway 9 around Whitewood was seventh, with the major problem again being potholes.

A total of 292 roads were nominated and voted on during this year’s CAA Worst Roads campaign. These included roads and highways from across the province that have made CAA’s Worst Roads Top Ten list in previous years, as well as some new additions.

CAA said the collec-

tion of roads nominated and voted during this year’s campaign does indicate that Saskatchewan road users are concerned about their safety while travelling on our roads and highways, with this year’s top-10 list indicating the roads that received the majority of the votes.

The CAA 2023 Worst Roads roving reporter stakeholder and road-user interviews are on the CAA Saskatchewan YouTube channel. Weather conditions, age of the roads, heavy

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traffic, and lack of maintenance can cause road deterioration. In cold climates like Saskatchewan, the freeze-thaw cycle plays a key role in creating potholes, a problem that occurs when temperatures regularly go above and below the freezing point.

When rain or snow seeps through cracks and openings in the pavement, it freezes and expands, causing the pavement to heave upward. As temperatures rise, the ground under-

neath the pavement returns to its normal level, leaving a cavity or hole which breaks apart with continued road user traffic over the fractured pavement.

CAA says Saskatchewan is a landlocked province and has almost 250,000 kilometres of roads, the highest length of road surface compared to any other province in Canada. These roads, often a lifeline for many residents, are used on a regular basis for business and leisure

road travel and when these roads deteriorate, road users pay the price.

The CAA Worst Roads is an online engagement campaign aimed at drawing attention to the province’s worst, unsafe roads. This year’s top-10 list of worst roads will be distributed to government and business leaders in hopes of sparking conversation and action. Working towards better roads and safety for all road users is a priority for CAA Saskatchewan.

Village of Kisbey Notice

Public notice is hereby given that the Council of the Village of Kisbey intends to adopt a bylaw under The Planning and Development Act,2007 to amend Bylaw No 81-15 known as the Zoning Bylaw

INTENT

The proposed zoning bylaw amendment will allow for re-zoning Plan D1782 Ext.2 & Parcel F, Plan 101274500 Est.12. Proposed Parcel G changed to Commercial.

AFFECTED LAND

The affected lands are legally described as part of SW ¼, Sec18, TWP8, RGE5, and W 2 Mer. Plan No. D1782 Ext.2, and part of Parcel F, Plan No. 101274500 Ext. 12 and Proposed Parcel G Class Code Change of Part of Parcel F, Plan No. 101274500.

REASON

The Reason for the amendment is to re-zone proposed Parcels G from RW Railway District to Commercial.

PUBLIC INSPECTION

Any person may inspect the bylaw or the proposed plan of Subdivision at the Village of Kisbey located at 295 Morley Street in Kisbey, SK. Between 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Wednesday and Thursday. Copies are available at cost.

PUBLIC HEARING

Council will hold a public hearing for the Zoning Bylaw amendment of Wednesday May 17, 2023 at 5:00 P.M. at the Village of Kisbey council chambers at in Kisbey, SK. The purpose of the public hearing is to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed bylaw. Council will also consider written comments received at the hearing or delivered to the undersigned at the municipal office before the hearing.

Issued at the Village of Kisbey this 21th day of April, 2023

Carlyle and District Food Bank received $11,500 from Precision Ag. From left, Food Bank secretary-treasurer Darlene Burnett, chairwoman Theresa Luedtke, Precision Ag general manager Jody Magotiaux, territory sales manager Jessica Thompson, and sales manager Kirk Johnson. Photo by Gord Paulley

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Joan Weber

Sister Joan Weber, OSU

Sister Joan Weber, OSU (Prelate) passed away unexpectedly on April 7, 2023, after a brief illness. She was 84 years old. Daughter of Francis and Christina (Kraemer) Weber, she was born on Nov. 12, 1938 at Arcola, SK, the oldest of seven children. She grew up, as she said, ‘to the work of the family farm which included a dairy herd. We were the farm hands.’ She attended a small country school until Grade 10 and then completed her high school in Arcola after which she served as a study supervisor in the Manor public school in order to earn money to attend Teacher’s College in Moose Jaw. She then taught for two years in Estevan and two years in Swift Current where she met the Ursuline Sisters.

Drawn to religious life, she entered the Ursuline community in 1963 after enjoying a “last fling” - a holiday in the Caribbean. She began her novitiate in 1964, taking the name Sister Simone, and made First Profession in 1966, after which she taught (usually Grade Four, her favorite grade) in Prelate, Richmound, Tramping Lake and Swift Current, then completed her B. Ed. degree at the University of Saskatchewan in 1973. After eight years of teaching in Yorkton, she attended Newman Theological College in Edmonton and obtained a Diploma in Theology. After ten years of teaching in the Saskatoon Catholic School Division, she superannuated from 30 years as a classroom teacher. In her life story she wrote that since her last five years at St. Philip School were among the best, “she retired with a good feeling for the classroom.”

Following a sabbatical year in South Carolina and San Antonio, Texas, plus an Angela Pilgrimage to Italy, she returned to Saskatoon and pursued her lifelong interest in painting. Her inner struggles, especially after the death of her brother in a farm accident, found creative expression on canvas. She took summer classes at Emma Lake and joined the Saskatoon Bridge City Artists, where she developed her artistic skills and many good friendships and also helped in coordinating many art shows. In 2002 Sister Joan’s art was selected in an adjudicated competition by the Saskatchewan Arts Council to be displayed in various art galleries across the province. Her art was featured at Collector’s Choice in Saskatoon as well as at numerous art shows as recently as at the Saskatchewan Blue Cross Gardenscape at Prairieland less than two weeks before her death.

A dedicated prairie girl, Sister Joan was a loyal member of the Saskatoon Nature Society with particular fondness for bird watching, and the Golden Eagles, a group of seniors with whom she enjoyed numerous short tours around the province. Her appreciation of her Ursuline community was balanced with her big-sister care for her family and her loyalty to many friends. She was grateful for her travels to Phoenix, Quebec, Vermont and Hawaii, to deepen her Ursuline identity and to spend time with family members. The Sisters remember her warmly for her open-hearted forthrightness, her love of learning, her sensitivity to the beauty of creation and her self-deprecating sense of humor.

Sister Joan’s memory is cherished by her Ursuline community, her sisters Helene (Bryce) Seaman, Myrna (Richard) Brooks and Pat (George) Anderson and brothers Gerald (Barbara) and Richard (Lucille); sister-in-law Linda (Al) also her nieces and nephews and their families. She was predeceased by her father, mother, 2 infant siblings, brother Garry & brother-in-law, Larry.

The Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Thursday, April 13th at 2:00 p.m. at St. Anne’s RC Church, Saskatoon, Sk. Interment will take place at a later date in the family burial plot in Wordsworth, SK.

Reginald “Reg” Linder

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Reg on Sunday, April 16, 2023 at the age of 81 years. He was predeceased by his parents Mary and Clarence; siblings Marge, Josie, Phil and Doug. Reg will be lovingly remembered by his wife Sharon; children Jason (Karen) Linder with their children Michael and Branden, Kent (Kerri) Linder, Gail (Kelly) Goff with their children Brayden, Jessica and Samantha, Debbie Goff with her children James, Aaron and special grandson Joshua; as well as nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Reg had a long career with Monarch Beauty Supplies. He loved the outdoors, especially golfing, fishing and was an avid gardener. Reg was a big fan of curling and going to the casino for breakfast, but what he enjoyed the most was being involved with his grandkids activities.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Regina Funeral Home and Cemetery, 4001 East Victoria Avenue, Regina, SK on Sunday, May 7, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. with a reception and gathering to follow. Casual attire is encouraged.

Those wishing to view a live stream of the service, please log onto https://fweb.tv/100148. Family and friends are invited to leave tributes at www.reginafuneralhome.ca.

Arrangements entrusted to Regina Funeral Home and Cemetery (306) 789-8850.

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ANTIQUE, HARDWARE, HOUSEHOLD AUCTION

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AGPRO SEEDS LTD. BUYING HEATED, DAMAGED OFFGRADE CANOLA & FEED GRAINS. #1 buyer on the prairies, top price paid! Call/text: 306-873-0481, AgPro Seeds bids: agproseeds.com, Email: sales@agproseeds.com

FORAGE SEED FOR SALE: Organic & conventional: Sweet Clover, Alfalfa, Red Clover, Smooth Brome, Meadow Brome, Crested Wheatgrass, Timothy, etc. Star City, SK. Birch Rose Acres Ltd. 306-921-9942.

Person to COOK & CLEAN for heavy construction camp this spring with possibility of year round. Spring location: Must have valid driver’s licence and safe food and handling ticket. Send resume and work references to:

Bryden Construction and Transport Co. Inc.

S0E 0A0;

Fax: 306-769-8844

Email:

brydenconstruct@ xplornet.ca

www.

brydenconstruction andtransport.ca

The Rural Municipality of Reciprocity No. 32 is accep ng applica ons for 2 Seasonal Public Works Employees

These are seasonal posi ons, commencing as soon as possible in May, 2023, with guaranteed work un l August 31st, 2023, and may be extended by mutual agreement.

COOK-$18/HOURANDFREEACCOMMODATIONS

Responsibili es include ditch mowing, performing regular preventa ve maintenance on machines and equipment, and all other du es as assigned or needed. Experience is preferred, but not required. Applicants must have a valid driver’s licence and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Submit cover le er and resume, sta ng experience and references, by 4:00 PM on May 9th, 2023 to:

R.M. of Reciprocity No. 32 PO Box 70 Alida SK S0C 0B0

E-mail: rm.of.reciprocity@sasktel.net

Only those candidates selected for the interview process will be contacted.

NOW HIRING

June 1st, 2023.

SUMMER STUDENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The Town of Carlyle is now accepting applications for one (1) full time seasonal position in our Public Works Department. The successful candidate’s duties include, but are not limited to, grass & weed management, general public works maintenance of the parks, roads and cemetery. Candidates must be 16 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license. Training will be provided, however yard maintenance, landscaping or light equipment operator experience would be an asset.

Please submit your resume to the Town Administrator, Box 10, Carlyle, SK S0C 0R0, by fax (306) 453-6380, or email to towncarlyle@sasktel.net by 4:00 p.m. May 15, 2023. We thank all applicants for their interest; successful applicants will be notified.

TOWN OF STOUGHTON

Pursuant to subsection 217 of The Municipalities Act, notice is hereby given that the Assessment Roll for the Town of Stoughton for the year 2023 has been prepared and is open to inspection by appointment

OR by viewing our website; appeal fees must be paid to the Town of Stoughton

Experience preferred but not necessary Valid Driver’s Licence necessary Mechanical skills would be an asset Able to work both independently and within a team Required training courses will need to be completed before start date

Friday, May 5th, 2023.

The Rural Municipality of Wawken No. 93 308 Railway Avenue, Box 90 Wawota, SK S0G 5A0 Phone (306) 739-2332 / Email rm93@sasktel.net

Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted

VILLAGE OF MANOR

The Village of Manor is seeking a summer student for the 2023 maintenance season.

Duties to include, but not limited to, grass cutting, painting, general building and equipment repairs, equipment servicing, general cleaning.

The student will report to the maintenance foreman. Experience with small equipment preferred but not a requirement.

Skills and Abilities

Essential Skills

- Reading text

- Oral communication

- Working with others

- Decision making - Job task planning and organizing

- Continuous learning Credentials (certificates, licenses, memberships, courses, etc.)

- Valid driver’s license required

Specific skills

- Operate various equipment and machinery

- Clean and maintain sidewalks, streets, roads and public grounds

- Assist in routine maintenance and repair of equipment

- Assist equipment operators to secure attachments to equipment or truck

Please send your resume to: Village of Manor Box 295, Manor, SK S0C 1R0 Fax to: 306-448-2274

Email to: admin.manor@sasktel.net

2. A tender must be submitted in a sealed envelope marked

Tender” addressed to the Village of Forget Address: P.O. Box 522, Stoughton, Sask., S0G 4T0

3. Tenders close on June 14, 2023.

4. Tender opening: Rural Municipality No. 65 council chambers, 111 Government Road, Stoughton, SK. June 15, 2023 at 7 P.M.

5. A certified cheque to the municipality for 5% of the amount of the tender must accompany the tender.

6. Highest, or any tender, not necessarily accepted.

7. Successful bidder will have 30 days to provide the balance of the tender.

8. Successful bidder shall have 2 years to develop the property with a taxable improvement to finalize the transfer of the property. Dated the 13th day of April, 2023.

Z. Slater Administrator Village of Forget

FORM L [Section 78 of the Act]

NOTICE OF CALL FOR FURTHER NOMINATIONS

(complete as applicable)

Councillor (Rural Municipality)

Councillor (Rural Municipality)

(Close of withdrawal period (second Wednesday following the close of the withdrawal period)

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Phone: 306-453-2525

Worship Hours at the Church of Your Choice Choice

Full Gospel Church Welcomes You 202-4th St. W. Service Schedule:

202-2nd St. W.

Sunday Services: 10:00 a.m.

CLOSED JULY & AUGUST ***

Ph: 306-453-6136

You are welcome to join us at: 302 Main Street, Arcola, SK

Sunday morning Service 10:30 a.m.

Jesus Still Heals Today Wed. evening Bible Study 7:30 p.m. 306-453-2512

Pastor Rodney & Gail Cox

Church of Our Lady, Carlyle

Father Chris Carlyle

Saturday at 7 p.m. Sunday at 11 a.m.

Kenosee: Saturday at 5 p.m.

Forget: Sunday at 9 a.m.

306-453-6200

Arcola-Kisbey United Church

306-270-2824jason.hobbis@globexmanagement.com facebook.com/people/Stoughts-Eatery/100077438947420/ Carlyle United Church

Worship Times: 10a.m.

KISBEY: 1st & 3rd Sunday

ARCOLA: 2nd & 4th Sunday

5th Sunday to be announced at church 306-455-0011

Please join us for worship

Free Methodist Church Hwy 48 • Wawota

Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Pastors Kevin & Bev Kay

Church: 306-739-2313

Roman Catholic Oxbow/Cantal/ Carnduff

Rev. Father Vince Borre Oxbow

St. Joseph’s - 9:00 a.m.

Cantal St. Raphael’s Sunday - 10:45 a.m Carnduff St. Jude - 12:30 p.m.

Rev. Father Vince Borre

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Legion in Carlyle completes kitchen upgrades

By Gord Paulley

The Carlyle branch of the Royal Canadian Legion recently received financial assistance for $10,000.

The funds were received from the Government of Saskatchewan under its Veteran Club Project Program.

Funding has been used to purchase new appliances, install a new water heater and third sink, and improve lighting to their kitchen at the Carlyle Legion Hut. The kitchen is now fully operational and has been inspected and approved by the provincial health department. The club now has a catering licence.

Catering and facility rental are extremely important to this organization’s fundraising activities.

The Carlyle legion is once

again preparing the meal for the Cornerstone Theatre’s dinner theatre to be held this weekend.

“The Legion Branch #248 has a long history in this community of which I am proud to be a part of,” said president Mike Makelki. “The support we receive from this area is greatly appreciated and is the only way we can remain active. Our membership is small but dedicated. We appreciate the provincial funding and look forward to serving Carlyle and surrounding communities.”

If anyone is interested in learning more about the legion, they can contact Makelki for information on membership or services by calling 306-453-2797 or emailing legioncarlyle248@ gmail.com.

Company pleads guilty after workplace incident

Dunnigan Holdings Ltd. pleaded guilty in Estevan Provincial Court on April 3, regarding one charge under The Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, 2020.

The company was fined for contravening subsection 11-2(2) of the regulations, “being an employer, fail to ensure that only trained operators are required or permitted to operate powered mobile equipment, resulting in the serious injury of a

worker.” One other charge was stayed.

The court imposed a fine of $25,000 with a $10,000 surcharge, for a total amount of $35,000.

The charge stemmed from an incident that occurred on June 6, 2021, near Alida. A worker suffered serious injuries after falling onto a septic tank.

A news release states employers are required to provide safe and healthy workplaces, and must provide information, training

and experience necessary for employees to perform their jobs safely.

The Ministry of Labour Relations and Workplace Safety says

it works with employers and workers to eliminate workplace injuries and

illnesses through education, inspections and prosecutions.

Steven Bonk, MLA for Moosomin Constituency

Steven Bonk, MLA for Moosomin Constituency

622 Main St., Moosomin, SK

622 Main St. Moosomin, SK

Phone: 306-435-4005

Phone: 306-435-4005

Email: stevenbonkmla@sasktel.net

Email: stevenbonkmla@sasktel.net

Of ce Hours: Monday - Friday 9 am - 12 noon; 1 pm - 4 pm

Office Hours: Monday - Thursday

Royal Canadian Legion Carlyle branch comrade Nedra Clark, Cannington MLA Daryl Harrison and legion president Mike Makelki cutting the ribbon at the legion hut kitchen facility in Carlyle April 15th.

Photo by Gord Paulley

Church offers monthly lunches

Full Gospel Church women serving lunch on April 13 were, from left, Corinne Hewitt, Carolann Smith, Audrey Rasmussen, Heather Thomas and Joyce Brown.

The congregation of the Carlyle Full Gospel Church has decided to hold monthly soup and sandwich luncheons on the second Thursday of every month. All donations collected will be designated towards a different community group. From the April luncheon, the proceeds will be donated to the Carlyle Community Complex Foundation. The next luncheon will be held May 11 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The church is located at 202 4th Street West. Everyone is welcome.

Glen Ewen Mixed 4-H Club members enjoy activities

Submitted by Abigail Bartlett

Our club met Jan. 28. Club speeches were given. Speakers and topics were:

Kesler White: Do You Need Chopped Wood?; Eli Bartlett: Comedy;

Paden Hitchens: When I Caught the Biggest Fish; and Abigail Bartlett: All About Chubby and Balu; Lenore Rittaler was our judge for the day and comments were given to each member about their speech.

After the meeting, we went to Trina Hitchens and had a baking class.

On March 27 I gave the Club a report on the visit to the RM of Enniskillen and the district meeting. We talked about speaking with the co-op store to see if we could

have a food drive for the food bank and give back to the community.

On April 12, we had a project meeting. A vet came from the Western

College of Veterinary Medicine to semen test rams. They are doing a study to develop a set of guidelines for different breeds of sheep. We got to

look under a microscope. Events that are coming up are district public speaking in Alameda. District bowling is coming up.

Andrea Balon Kathy Fargo Dave Armstrong

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Photo by Gord Paulley

Back row, Trina Hitchens and Eli Bartlett. Front row, Abigail Bartlett, Paden Hitchens. Missing is Kesler White.