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Wawota’s Blake Lamontagne sets a world record

to see old friends from around the world and make new ones.”

Team Canada has always placed fourth in the other competitions, but this year after Day 2 of the event, they were in second place.

This was exciting to the 14-member team, and they continued to hold this spot, taking home second place, which created a lot of excitement for the team.

The world championship ran from Sept. 1118, with different events each day.

On Sept. 15, the excitement began to build, as Lamontagne would have his solo run for the world title.

“I was super nervous that morning,” said Lamontagne. “And when I am nervous, I know I have a good run.”

He had butterflies and could not sit still.

“If I am not nervous, I do not do well,” he said.

He could feel that this run was a contender for the title and with his biggest fan on the sidelines, he was sure to make it through.

When he strapped on the skis and hit the water, his nerves began to settle and his run began.

Lamontagne did many spinning turns, which gave him a score of 1,440. He knew this was an excellent score and was told unofficially this

would take the world title.

On Sept. 24, Lamontagne received the email stating he was the new World MP3 Men’s Trick record holder for the World Disabled Waterski Championship.

Brimner was overthe-moon excited for her son and cannot believe that 16 years later she has a world record holder in her family.

Lamontagne is still riding high and at times he still cannot believe it, but he knows he will need to continue to train and stay in shape to compete in the world championships being held in Australia in 2025, with his No. 1 fan ready to cheer him on.

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had him exercising six days a week, but it was something he grew to love.

His No. 1 fan, his mom Melanie Brimner, supported him each step of the way.

Lamontagne began to compete and found he was pretty good at what he was doing. In 2021, he won the Adaptive Athlete of the Year. His persistence and hard work were paying off.

Travelling to California for the world championship, he was joined by Brimner, as she has for all his world competitions.

“It was great being back at the world championship,” said Lamontagne. “We were able

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Blake Lamontagne set a world record for his trick water skiing. Photo by JD Diamond Photography

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Wawota’s Blake Lamontagne is sitting on Cloud 9 after his recent trip to the International Waterski and Wakeboard Federation World Disabled Waterski Championship.

This was the first time in four years that the championship was held.

Fourteen members of Team Canada, including Lamontagne, went to Shortline Lake in Elk Grove, Calif., to participate in the worldwide event.

Sixteen years ago, Lamontagne was in a serious vehicle collision that left him paralyzed from the waist down. After going through years of bitterness, loneliness and feeling sorry for himself, he met two men, Chris Pearson and Nick Doulias, who would change his life.

They gave him inspiration to try something new. He began to work out and tried waterskiing, and to his surprise, he felt like a natural on the water. This gave him a positive vibe in his life.

It also provided him with freedom and it was something that a lot of able-bodied people cannot do. He had always loved sports, and this was the next best thing.

Lamontagne started to do vigorous workouts to build upper-body strength. This program

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Oxbow had some unusual animals in town

By Stephanie Zoer At the Expressway Family Centre in Oxbow, things got a little exotic on Sept. 30.

It was the fifth anniversary for the Adventure Wrangler from Colonsay to attend the reptile show in Oxbow.

Mackenzie Valentine is the program coordinator for the centre, and she said these events are possible through the grant from Sask Lotteries.

“We love offering events like this for all ages in our small community,” said Valentine.

Wrangler Elisa came to the show with a variety of animals: snakes, bearded dragons, blue-tongued skink, yellow-footed tortoise and a white-

throat monitor, among others.

Ducky, the yellowfooted tortoise, is approximately 20 years old, but Elisa is unsure of the exact age as Ducky was rescued.

When Elisa is hosting a show, she speaks about the importance of doing research on an animal or reptile before purchasing one as a pet.

She said a pet does not choose its owner, the owner chooses the pet, and it is now their responsibility to provide for that animal, including food, water, a warm place out of the elements, and health care.

When choosing an animal as a pet, remember it is a lifetime commitment for the animal.

A yellow-footed tortoise like Ducky can grow to be 36 centi-

metres long, weigh approximately nine kilograms and live for 50 years.

The white-throat monitor is no longer legal to get as a pet since the laws were put in place in June 2021 in Saskatchewan. The one at the show was grandfathered in along with the tortoise.

Elisa has over 20 animals and just received two snakes that needed a new home.

“If it was born in the wild, it needs to stay in the wild,” said Elisa. “If it was born in captivity it needs to remain in captivity.”

They talked a lot about preserving and helping wildlife, and how to treat animals in the wild.

A domestic animal cannot survive in the

wild as they have not been taught how to hunt for food, and the same is true for a wild animal that is caught and later released. The outcome is usually harsh for the animal.

She has toured Canada with a reptile education company, and now 12 years later performs reptile shows, teaches animal education, does dinosaur shows, and instructs

rock and fossil education across western Canada.

The kids were eager to learn about these unique creatures, and have the chance to feel their skin and get up close to them.

Valentine said the crowd of about 50 people grows each year and the parents are just as curious as the kids.

This centre has regular weekly program-

ming and hosts a few larger events throughout the year.

They have a ladies’ night in Oxbow in the spring and will hold a Twisted Tree Auction in the last week of November. It will include an in-person auction with items donated from the community and area.

The funds raised from the events go towards offsetting costs for the centre.

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This 20-year-old yellow-footed tortoise named Ducky enjoyed the attention from all the children. Photo by Mackenzie Valentine

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SARCAN celebrates opening of new Redvers depot SARCAN Recycling celebrated the opening of a brand new, modern and efficient recycling depot in Redvers on Oct. 6.

This new depot is located at 2 Larsen Road, which is very close to the old location, and west of Nelson Motors & Equipment. It is open to the public Tuesday to Saturday, from 9 a.m.5p.m., closing for lunch at noon on Wednesdays.

It is much larger than its predecessor, with a more spacious customer reception area and more space for serving customers. The space for drop and go – SARCAN’s skip-theline service that allows customers to create an account, drop off their recycling, and receive their refund payment later through e-transfer, PayPal or cheque pickup – has also been enhanced, allowing for even quicker visits.

The new depot also has a larger capacity for serving bulk customers, such as bottle drive fundraisers, restaurants,

bars and businesses; and it has hand-washing facilities, automatic power doors to help with accessibility and a larger parking lot.

This relocation is a result of increased demand for SARCAN’s services. The volume of beverage containers, paint, electronics and batteries collected by the team of recyclers at the Redvers depot, operated by the Redvers Activity Centre, has been growing steadily over the past few years.

Nearly 7,000 customers visited in 2022, bringing in over 3.5 million beverage containers.

“For the past 35 years, SARCAN recycling has been a leader in environmental protection, creating employment opportunities for people of all abilities, and building up the communities we serve,” said SARC and SARCAN Recycling executive director Amy McNeil. “So, we couldn’t be more excited to be opening this brand new, bigger, brighter and better

building for the community of Redvers, who have been dedicated and loyal recyclers for decades.”

SARCAN’s team of over 900 employees in Saskatchewan collects and recycles over 490 million beverage containers each year, serving over 1.5 million customers in 65 communities across Saskatchewan. Beyond beverage containers, SARCAN also responsibly recycles household paint, end-of-life electronics, and household batteries in every one of its recycling depots.

SARCAN Recycling’s mandate is to provide a socially-responsible and environmentally-progressive recycling system that helps foster the sustainable development of communities across Saskatchewan.

SARCAN’s parent organization is SARC, the provincial association that provides consultation, training, services and leadership to community-based organizations.

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From left, employees Brent Churchill, Jordan Marsh, Lori Lafflin, Amiel Gatpandan and Donald Marsh were at the grand opening.

Alida news - events coming soon

By Edel Cowan I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving weekend. We had an awesome Sunday dinner with family at Tim, Shelly and Ainsley Cowan’s in Alida.

Attending were Lacie and Jesse (Regina), Jeff and Raylene (Regina), Kelsey and Steven (Estevan), Joyce and Jackie (Redvers), and Gray and Edel.

Gary and Brenda Junk spent some holiday time after harvest visiting at Sylvan Lake, Alta., with their family, Jody, Jill and boys, Kara and daughter before returning home.

It’s almost time for the Alida Haunted House and Escape Rooms to open. The spooks, goblins, ghosts, etc., are arriving daily, claiming their spots and setting up residence.

They are waiting patiently for your visit.

The dates we are open are Oct. 20 and 21 from 7-10 p.m.

We would ask that you call 306-485-7023 to book times for the

escape rooms. Also, please note that an ATM is not available at the rink.

The next dates are Oct. 27 and 28 from 7-10 p.m., while Oct. 29, which is also the fun fair, hours will be from 1-3 p.m. Do make sure to bring the little ones, they will surely enjoy the games and treats available. We like to see you and your little ones all decked out in their finest attire and costumes.

See you at the rink for this spook-tacular

event.

The weather has unfair towards the farmers. If it's not raining, it's foggy, cloudy and miserable. Hopefully it will soon turn for the better and those farmers who need to finish up their harvest can get back out in their fields.

Please remember to keep me informed as to any happenings to report in this column. I do need and appreciate your assistance. Contact me at 306-4588561.

MOOSE MOUNTAIN WADO KAI KARATE

BOTTLE DRIVE SATURDAY OCTOBER 14TH Reminder for everyone to get their bottles and cans ready for pick up.

SARCAN’s new building in Redvers. Photos courtesy of Sarah HubbardRichards 1:1:C

“I would like to welcome Myrna to our Moosomin office as my Constituency Assistant.

The offi ce at 806 Broadway Ave, Moosomin is open: Tuesday to Thursday 9:00am to 1:00pm; Friday 9:00am to 12:00pm.

Please give Myrna a call at 306-435-2831, or email robert.kitchen.c3@parl.gc.ca, for assistance with any federal government matters.”

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“Difficulties break some men but make others. No axe is sharp enough to cut the soul of a sinner who keeps on trying, armed Love ceases to be a one pleasure whenwith it ceases to be a secret. the hope that he will rise even in the end.”

- Aphra Behn - Nelson Mandela

A chance to say Some intrigue remains thanks to firefighters for byelections David Willberg David Willberg Willberg’s Willberg’s World World

This week marks Fire Prevention Week throughto wonder how many people are going to be red outYou thehave country. up about having a byelection theitsummer months, even to in Fire departments willinuse as an opportunity the ridings where the votes are scheduled. educate the public on ways they can be more consciThe governing Saskatchewan announced earlier this entious to prevent a fire. ThisParty year’s theme focuses on month that voters would go to the polls in three diff erentcalls concooking, which is a leading cause of preventable stituencies – Lumsden-Morse, Regina-Coronation Park and for fire departments across Canada.

Regina-Walsh Acres – on Aug. 10.

Fire Prevention Week is also a chance to say The Lumsden-Morse riding has beentovacant since longthanks.

And we have lots of reasons be thankful for time MLA Lyle Stewart stepped down for health reasons. the men and women who use this opportunity to serve Regina-Walsh Acres has been without a representative since their communities.

Derek Meyers, whoother haileddepartments from Midale, have tragically died from Carlyle and paid, on-call cancer. members. Most of the firefighters have lots on the go.

Regina-Coronation Park and has respond been without ButMeanwhile, they’re ready to drop everything to a acall. representative in the legislature since Mark Docherty anIt might be a false alarm, a fender-bender collision nounced he was stepping down.

Docherty hasn’t endeared or some other relatively small incident. Or it could be himself to the party’s faithful of late after questioning disomething that’s much more significant, such as athe serirection it has taken under Premier Scott Moe. ous collision, a roaring grass fire that requires hours of At any level, one of the fundamentals to success in anskills elecattention or a serious structure fire that puts their tion is getting your voters to the polls.

It’s even more imperato the test. tive in a byelection.

Voter turnout is traditionally lower. that PeoThey have seen and encountered situations ple just aren’t as interested as they are in a general election. will haunt them for the rest of their lives.

Remember last year might when the Partyapulled a big The firefighters beSask. having busy off day at upset over the New Democratic Party by winning a byelection work, attending a family get-together or just enjoying a in Athabasca – aafternoon, riding that but has they traditionally ancomNDP quiet, relaxing will putbeen those stronghold?

The defeat was so bad for the NDP that it was mitments on hold to respond to a call. (We should also seemingly the last straw in Ryan Meili’s forgettable leaderbe thankful to the employers of the firefighters for beshipso of accommodating the party. ing with their schedules).

You can be also sure the NDPskilled. will be saying “Yeah, it was They’re highly It might be but easy for asome byelection” when voters go to the polls in Athabasca next to dismiss them because it’s not their full-time year.but At the when of a favourite a byelection, job, theysame havetime, the level training loses and certification they have nobody to blame but themselves. that would allow them to take a firefighting job in anIt’s pretty easy to predict who willregular win in Lumsden-Morse. other community.

They attend training nights It’s long been a Sask.

Party stronghold, regardless of they what the at the fire hall to keep their skills sharp, and atconstituency has been named.

(It used to be Thunder tend training conventions once or twice a year toCreek). learn If the Sask. Party were to lose, it would be an even bigger upmore. set than when thethem, NDP lost If you call thenAthabasca. you can expect they will reBut the Regina ridings be interesting to watch. terspond admirably. It’s will important to ensure thatIt’sthey rible that we’re talking about the race in Regina-Walsh Acres. have adequate and modern equipment and a suitable Meyers wasCarlyle’s elected tofire be the riding’s MLA 2020,inand building. department hasinbeen itsmany curpeople no doubt thought the personable and articulate man rent home for more than a couple of years; anyone who who was a successful broadcaster would be the MLA for years was on the department at that time will tell you what come. atodifference the current building has made on everyButfrom his victory was relatively close, just 600 votes. thing equipment storage to locker space to trainDocherty’s win was even closer, at less than 300 votes.

You ing. Other communities in the region have also moved have to wonder how many people in his riding agree with Dointo new homes. cherty’s recent comments.

The fire trucks, the other rescue vehicles, the selfThe Sask.breathing Party candidate also won’t haveeverything the incumbent’s contained apparatus and else advantage that Docherty had in 2020 after nearly are a decade also has to be suitable so that the firefighters well in the role. and able to provide a suitable response, esprotected If the in Sask.

Partysituations. wins threeIforthe evenfire twodepartment of the ridings, pecially tough in they’ll tout it as a re ection that they’ve chartered theor provyour community is fundraising for a new fire hall for ince innew the right direction,then that they haveworth createdsupporting opportunisome equipment, it’s well ties for everyone.

The NDP will likely be pleased win you one them, because it will benefit the community.toAnd of these seats, giving them six of the 12 Regina ridings in the never know if you’ll be the one requiring their services. legislature.

If you do, you’ll be glad they’re well-equipped.

Two in Regina?

They’d celebrating, and you So wins this year, during Fire be Prevention Week, it’shave imto wonder if it means the Sask.

Party would amend their diportant for us to reflect on the value of our fire departrection. ments. We should feel a little bit safer knowing that Theare Sask.

Partycommunities is at no risk of losing the next they in our and willing and election. able to Not at this point.

But they might  nd themselves with fewer respond.

MLAs comethe thetheme Octoberfor 2024 Take thisvote. year to heart and ensure It’s unfortunate that these votessense are happening in the that you’re exercising common and paying atsummer months when they could have occurred earlier.

We tention when you’re cooking, so that they aren’t called know, there are limited opportunities have new elections in out unnecessarily.

If you have one oftothose alarm Saskatchewan, but t hese ridings have been vacant since Febsystems for your home, be sure you know the code so ruarythe anddepartment March. that doesn’t have to respond to a false People alarm. are away from home. They’re at their cabin at a lake.And, They’re outdoor activities.

Theytime aren’ttothinkif enjoying given the chance, take the say ing about who to vote for in a by-election, unless they’re really thanks. Most of our firefighters know how much we hooked on politics. appreciate them, not only this week but throughout the Consequently, voter be low. year.

However, itinterest never and hurts forturnout them towill hear what we But it will still be interesting to see what transpires. think of their service.

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Report from the Saskatchewan Legislature Our government was extremely dismayed by the decision of the Saskatchewan Court of Appeals, blocking implementation of the Parental Inclusion and Consent policy, which has the strong support of a majority of Saskatchewan residents; in particular, parents.

The default position should never be to keep a child’s information from their parents.

It is in the best interest of children to ensure parents are included in their children’s education, in their classrooms and in all important decisions involving their children.

That is why our government is taking action to ensure the rights of Saskatchewan parents are protected and that this policy is implemented. Our government recalled the legislature for Oct. 10 and will use the notwithstanding clause of the Canadian constitution to pass legislation to protect parental rights.

As harvest wraps up across our province, Saskatchewan recognizes Agriculture Month in October. Agriculture is a cornerstone of our province, and this month is an opportunity to thank the dedicated farmers, ranchers and agribusinesses who produce high-quality, sustainable food. For a full list of Agriculture Month events or to learn how you can take part, please visit www.farmfoodcaresk.org.

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population continues to grow at its fastest pace in more than a century.

The latest quarterly population estimates from Statistics Canada show the number of people living in our province grew by 8,567 in the second quarter of 2023, and by 30,685 over the past year.

The annual increase is the largest we have seen in a single year in more than a century.

Our government will continue to protect all we have built to ensure future generations can benefit from a strong and growing economy that creates opportunities and improves the quality of life for all.

Wages have increased for early childhood educators (ECEs) as well, recognizing their key role in growing and nurturing future

generations of Saskatchewan citizens. Effective Oct. 1, more than 90 per cent of the province’s ECEs saw an average increase of eight per cent compared to September 2022. This increase is possible through a $7 million joint investment from the Governments of Saskatchewan and Canada through the Early Childhood Educator Wage Enhancement grant.

As Saskatchewan’s population and economy continue to grow, our government continues to invest in strengthening our health-care workforce. We continue to prioritize the fourpoint Health Human Resources Action Plan to recruit, train, incentivize and retain health-care workers to our province.

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This summer, 16 new doctors completed the SIPPA program and began practising in rural and remote communities across the province.

Along with SIPPA, other initiatives, such as the quadrupling of the Rural Physician Incentive Program, expanding medical residency seats at the University of Saskatchewan, and expanding post-graduate medical residency training sites across the province, continue to bring more

physicians to our province and expand the capacity of our healthcare system.

To further build and strengthen our province’s health-care system, our government invested $1.3 million to create a physician’s assistant (PA) position.

This fall, for the first time, 12 PA positions will be advertised across the province.

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Our government continues to work towards building a stronger Saskatchewan. If you have questions or concerns, please reach out to my constituency office.

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World Mental Health Day an important time World Mental Health Day 2023 was an opportunity for people and communities to unite behind the theme of Mental Health is a Universal Human Right.

The goal is to improve knowledge, raise awareness, and drive actions that promote and protect everyone’s mental health.

Everyone, whoever and wherever they are, has a right to the highest attainable standard of mental health. This includes the right to be protected from mental health risks, the right

to available, accessible, acceptable, and good quality care, and the right to liberty, independence and inclusion in the community.

Good mental health is vital to overall health and well-being. Yet one in eight people globally are living with mental health conditions, which can impact their physical health, their well-being, how they connect with others, and their livelihoods.

Mental health conditions are also affecting an increasing number of adolescents and young people.

The World Health Organization continues to work with its partners to ensure mental health is valued, promoted and protected, and that urgent action is taken so that everyone can exercise their human rights and access the quality mental health care they need.

Join the World Mental Health Day 2023 campaign to learn more about your basic right to mental health as well as how to protect the rights of others.

Refugees and migrants are particularly vulnerable, as they can

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The report summarizes different risk factors and barriers refu-

gee and migrant groups experience and outlines five key themes to be addressed in order to improve their access to mental health care: •Community support: Evidence shows that being part of a community with a shared background and attending school are associated with lower rates of mental disorders.

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South East Butcher Block Co-operative breaks ground

By Stephanie Zoer It has been a busy summer for the board of directors for the South East Butcher Block Co-operative, getting everything in place for the new build in Alameda.

After three long years, the ground has finally been broken for the new full-service abattoir and meat shop.

Trent Dorrance is the secretary of the seven-member board, and he is excited to get this going.

Before the project began, Dorrance said they travelled to other abattoirs in the southeast to see what would work best for them and which route they would like to go to make the process as efficient as possible.

They also wanted to make sure they had covered every angle of

the project. Nothing had been missed. They also want to get their meat from local ranchers and keep the highest standards in meat cutting.

It also gives locals the opportunity to continue to purchase from area farmers.

The retail area will be filled with locallygrown meat, but they will also do custom orders.

The 5,000-squarefoot building will be located at the south end of Alameda.

Over the past three years, they have been securing shareholders as they want it to be owned entirely by shares.

They wanted to keep locally-grown meat in the area, and provide a means to process it.

On Sept. 26, the groundwork began.

South East Butcher Block Co-operative is full steam ahead with its new building. Photo by Trent Dorrance It took a lot of work to get to this point, with engineered blueprints that are stamped with approval. They have gone above and beyond when it came to the provincial health stan-

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T.L. Penner Construction from Virden, Man., is the general contractor. They will tender out the plumbing, electrical, refrigeration and several other trades which will be needed.

In two weeks, the concrete will be poured depending on weather conditions, and each step brings them closer to the opening date.

The building will have a full-service retail store and an abattoir.

Behind the building will be pens to house the animals as the co-operative hopes to start with 20 beef cattle per week.

They will handle pigs, goats, sheep and bison.

This will include wild game such as elk, moose and deer.

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The minute the doors open at the new place, Davis Meats in Alameda will close its doors. The company has been in business for over 20 years and are looking to retire.

Several of the employees will go to work at S.E. Butcher Block, but they will need 10-12 staff to have the business run smoothly.

The opening date is planned for spring 2024, and at this time they are still looking for shareholders. Any current director will happily answer any questions about this.

This venture is an exciting time for Alameda, as it is hoped to bring more people to the town. Dorrance looks forward to the day the doors open.

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Blair Athol Farms, located near Arcola, is the second-oldest Hereford farm in Canada

By Stephanie Zoer The Blair Athol Farm was established in 1882, and the original homestead is located northwest of Arcola. Its location was chosen as it sits south at the foot of the Moose Mountains and the view was incredible.

Duncan Lees’ ancestors immigrated from Scotland in the mid1800s, arriving in Ontario and later moving to Saskatchewan.

The three brothers built two sod homes on the farm and the third brother built his sod home a short distance down the road.

It was at this time the farm was named Blair Athol after a small town in Scotland. The village in Perthshire is known for Blair castle, which is located near the town.

After living in the sod houses for two years, a log cabin took its place and housed the family until 1905.

A two-story yellow brick home now stands in place of the other houses.

Its bricks were made in Arcola and the identical house stands near the edge of Arcola to this day.

The 1905 home has seen many ups and downs, as well as numerous upgrades over the years but still remains standing.

Duncan Lees’ family began to raise Herefords and this year marks the 113th year for registering purebred Hereford

cattle.

Duncan was raised in the old brick house with his parents and four siblings, and at the time the farm was mixed with cattle and grain.

He married Val and together they built a bungalow on the farm in 1974, not knowing that his dad would pass away in an accident the following year.

This forced Duncan to take over the farm, while his mom remained in the brick house.

The Lees had four children, Lynne, Arden, Jeff and Jarrett. Over the years, they have all helped on the farm, but it is Jeff who has remained and now lives in the old yellow brick house.

In 1990 the family agreed to change over to raising the Herefords and now operates at 90 per cent cattle and 10 per cent crop.

They run about 200 registered cows and six registered bulls. Many of the cows are artificial insemination, so the bull count does not need to be as high.

According to Duncan, the Polled Herefords are docile and have a natural motherly instinct.

They are easy breeders and usually calf without difficulty.

When they look to add to the herd, they require the heifer to be feminine looking, with strong features, great feet and even teats that are not too long or short.

This registered Hereford cow, Blair Athol 124E Applause 122G, was sold as a half interest for $16,500 to a buyer in Alberta at the 2020 sale and later became the reserve grand champion Polled Hereford at Agribition. Photo by Jeff Lees Val said their bulls have always been quiet and easy to handle.

In order to create cash flow, a production sale began. It is now in its 26th year and will be held on Oct. 15 at the Blair Athol Farm.

This sale has grown over the years and buyers come from all over Canada and the United States to purchase one of these prized heifers.

The family is heavily involved in showing cattle and it started when Duncan was young, and then it was his children, and it has moved on to his grandchildren.

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The Lees farm was recognized as the 2009 Canadian Western Agribition Premier Breeder at the National Hereford Show, and also exhibited at the National Western Stock Show in Denver.

The Bonanza, which is the premier junior national show in Canada, is part of the Lees family as well.

The event is a week

long. It showcases Herefords and the members of the Canadian Junior Hereford Association who organizes and presents it.

This year it was held in P.E.I. and in 2024 will be held in Brandon.

Duncan said that when shows are held across Canada, cattle are purchased in the host province; they are housed and trained there. The youngsters then go to the province and show the cattle. It is after the show that the cattle are

shipped home.

Duncan and Val have often been at these shows but remained home this year. Over the years they have housed some of the kids that show in the area.

For many years they have shown at the Arcola Ag Show as well and remain a big part of the event.

The six-generation family is going strong and will carry on the Lees tradition on the family farm with raising registered Polled Herefords.

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A successful season for Sask Aquatic Adventures By Zoer

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Kenosee Lake had a new adventure on the water this year, and it was enjoyed by many people young and old.

Sask Aquatic Adventures has winded down its season, which included the equipment at the lake. The inflatable water park was located at the main beach area.

Stephanie Baer is the co-founder of the business and was nominated for the RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Award, presented

by Women of Influence.

The business began five years ago and this year they placed eight

water parks across Saskatchewan, including Kenosee Lake.

It has seen a steady flow of people enjoy the inflatable park, which had a trampoline, rope swings and the blob. It was one of the busiest parks.

Participants were provided with life jackets and the rest was up to the person to have fun.

The Labour Day long weekend marked the end of the season. With temperatures dropping at night and some rainy days, they decided to pack it up.

Twelve people were employed through Sask Aquatic. Many of them

were certified lifeguards and others were taking care of the lifejackets and cash. All people involved with the water park were hired by Sask Aquatic. It was at no extra work for the Kenosee Lake people.

“Kenosee’s location opened in July,” said Baer. “It was a slow start, but once the word got out and the weather warmed up, it was a booming success.”

Her brother Tyler Baer remained at Kenosee Park throughout the summer and took charge of the waterpark.

He wanted to add to the fun, brought his weights down to the beach and set up chal-

lenges with whoever was interested.

Stephanie Baer said it created a good vibe and it was a lot of fun, although at first, she was wondering what her brother was up to, but fun is what they want for their customers.

The wind caused some issues for locations that were out in the open, but Kenosee is nestled in the trees and the wind was of little concern.

The summer was long and hot, which was good news for Sask

Aquatic Adventures.

Cleanup takes a while and extra pieces are always kept on hand, should one spring a leak, which was the case with the blob. The team quickly took care of this and had it replaced.

All the pieces will be checked before they are put in storage to have them ready for the next season.

The employees enjoyed their seasonal job and have gained a great deal of knowledge, she said. Their confidence increased and they

vowed to return for the 2024 season.

“All in all, we had a great year,” Baer said.

They felt the support from the community was fabulous, and people were very welcoming and friendly.

“It was a great environment to work in,” she said. “This always makes things so much easier.”

The season is behind them now, and they feel Kenosee Lake was an excellent choice and look forward to seeing everyone in the 2024 season.

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Sports A changing of the guard at the Carlyle Golf Club

By Stephanie Zoer There has been a changing of the guard at the Carlyle Golf Club, as Steve Polsom is retiring as the groundskeeper and superintendent.

Polsom has been employed at the golf club for 23 years and he has loved every day of it.

He started there in late 1999 when the new greens were placed and the golf course saw a facelift.

Polsom has many fond memories. Seeing the grounds flourish into the beautiful course it is today is one of them.

He remembers when the trees were planted.

They are now 40 feet high and tower over the course, making it like a park.

“Back then there really was not a nice walking park,” said Polsom, “And this is what we wanted for our club, and this is what we have.”

He will miss the people, as he thought most people came to the course in a great mood, since it was their relaxing time.

The work has always been enjoyable for Polsom, but he admits it is beginning to get harder for the 71-year-old.

His wife Tracy goes to Riding Mountain National Park for a month every summer, and he looks forward to being able to do the same as they purchased a new truck and fifth-wheel unit.

Polsom’s sister lives in Dallas and his daughter is in Phoenix with his three granddaughters, and he plans to visit them in the winter.

His sailboat has not been used in a long time and this will be another one of his projects.

His last day of work will be around Oct. 20, after the lines are blown out and the greens have the tarps placed.

Course manager

Terri Field expressed that Polsom’s knowledge and dedication were exceptional.

“He keep the tee boxes and greens in excellent condition with his sparkling personality and he will be greatly missed,” said Field Larry Schick is the new groundskeeper and superintendent.

Fields said Schick comes with a lot of experience and they look forward to working with him.

Polsom has shown Schick where the water lines are, as this can be tricky to find on a new course, and where things are kept.

Schick is also an experienced groundskeeper, and took a Turfgrass Management Program in Fairview, Alta., from 2003-2005.

This taught him all about plants, trees, soil types, plant diseases, and which fertilizers to use and grasses to seed, as

well as the science behind it all.

He has worked at Kenosee Lake’s golf course as the assistant, which has less responsibilities.

Schick looks forward to his new position, which will fully start in the 2024 season.

Field said they held many tournaments this year, with a seniors’ tournament on Aug. 10, but the largest one was the Wade Robertson Memorial held on Aug. 19. It had 108 golfers on the course.

There were four recreational/service tournaments and a Ryder Cup. Three other events were hosted for business build-

ing relations.

Men’s nights were held every Monday night with 30-40 participants attending. A homecooked meal was offered the second and fourth Monday of the month.

Women had Tuesday nights reserved for them.

Usually, 20-40 golfers attended with a homecooked meal the first Tuesday.

Pairs night would be the third Thursday of the month, with a steak dinner served for the golfers.

Every pairs night offered a meal and was 100 per cent payout.

On Sept. 17, the club held its year-end windup party with 72 golfers in attendance.

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This evening was also a farewell retirement for Polsom. Twenty more people attended the supper which was catered by Weir’s.

A presentation was done with an appreciation plaque and putter given to Polsom. Also presented to Polsom was a canvas photo of the Carlyle Golf Club with a rainbow ascending over it.

Club secretary Gord Paulley said the photo was amazing. ”He did an amazing job,” said Paulley, “And we wish him all the best in his retirement.”

With another season behind the club, they hope to see everyone next year.

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LAND 0000 FOR SALE th c OBITUARIES In Person or By Mail: OFFICE HOURS: Ernest “Ernie” Joseph Debusschere Offi ce Hours: Monday to Thursday: The Carlyle Observer

Classified - $800 per col. inch Guaranteed Classifi ed - $2699 up to 52 weeks (some restrictions apply) FARMLAND 1934 - 2023 Display Monday to3Friday 'LVSOD\ &ODVVLILHG SHU FROXPQ LQFK By Myrna Olson ebrating their common tagne and Alison Bow8 am to pm Box 160, 132 Main Street

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Congratulations to ey,Congratulations to WANTED Friday: 8 am toErnie’s Noon family announces backgrounds. who were married With saddened hearts, Lunch his passing at classified ads must be prepaid Closed through $OO FODVVLILHG DGV PXVW EH SUHSDLG E\ FDVK FKHTXH RU 9,6$ 0& Carlyle, SK S0C 0R0 *All by cash, cheque or VISA/MC.* Tamara Barkley (VeroniCarson and Amy Brady Closed through Lunch Congratulations to Some of the sights Oct. 7 in Saskatoon.

Newhope Pioneer Lodge in Stoughton, Sask. on August 10, 2023 Visiting with Edna ca’s daughter) Owen of Carlyle on the birth of I am currently Mel and Vivian Vail, they saw wereand churchA graveside service at the age of 89.

PURCHASING single Benner recently were her Easton of Regina who their daughter on July 29.

Ernie was born on March 16, 1934 on the farm south of Forget, whose 65th wedding es, museums, grave- was held at the Catholic to large blocks of sisters, Kay was (andOct. Glen) were married at the ChaShe weighed six pounds, Sask., the eldest child of Paul & Elizabeth Debusschere. Left anniversary 6. yards, gardens, hot cemetery in Wawota on land. with special memories of Ernie are: his sister Mary Stocker and Oakes from Winnipeg let at Kenosee Lake on 11 ounces, and has been OBITUARIES Kathy Olson spent springs, fjords and a Oct. 7 for Vern LamonNO FEES OR her children: Lee (Tamara), Debra (Graeme) and Deanna (Scott); and Jean Miller from CalAug. 5. Their waterfall. reception tagne. named He Lizzie Fae. She is Ernest Joseph Debusschere COMMISSIONS spectacular passed away his sister-in-law Mary“Ernie” Lou Debusschere and her children: Linda two weeks as a volungary.

They were here for a was held at the Wawota a sister for Kacey and 1934 (Ron), Sandy (Donna), Patsy and- 2023 Larry (Glenda); his brother Don teer touring Iceland on Kathy also met some on Sept. 7 at the age 80.a Saskatchewan couple of weeks.

Town Hall.

Tamara the granddaughter Scot By Myrna Olson Congratulations to A Congratulations to Debusschere (Lorraine) and their children: David (Kira), Ryan born and raised, I a 10th anniversary tour distant cousins onis the luncheon wasforserved With saddened announces hisbypassing at (Allison) and Mark hearts, (Laura).Ernie’s Ernie family will also be missed his great Diana Purdie from Regranddaughter of Larry and Deanne Jackson of Tamara Barkley (VeroniCarson and Amy Brady know farming and of the island.

Hoelson, Torfason and at the town hall followNewhope Lodge in Stoughton, Sask. on August 10, 2023 gina nieces andPioneer nephews, as well as many special friends. farmland and can visited with her sisters and Helen Hutchison.

Wawota, and Lynn Brady Visiting with Edna ca’s daughter) and Owen of Carlyle on the birth of The volunteers Nordal sides of the ing the committal. at the age 89.

Melvin David Spry He was of predeceased by his parents; brother Rene and brotherhelp you every step Linda Birnie andwere A graveside Kenosee Lake.

She29. is Bennertogether recently her family.

Easton of Reginaservice who of their daughter on July Ernie was born on March 16, 1934 on the farm 1933 -in-law 2023 came toSandra comCindy Olson, Jack Stocker. of thesouth way. of Forget, Murray and their families. was held on Aug. 13 at the also a great-granddaughsisters, Kay (and Glen) were married at the ChaShe weighed six pounds, Sask., the eldest child of Paul & Elizabeth Debusschere.

Left Melvin Spry passed away peacefully Friday, September 29, The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, August 18, 2023 at 12:00 noon in Our Lady memorate their shared Family and friends Emma and Morgan Doug Rue, with special ofage Ernie sister Mary Stocker and Highview Cemetery ter for Dorothy Brady and Oakes from Winnipeg gathered let at Kenosee Lakeasona Buhr 11 ounces, has been 2023 the Redvers Term Care, Redvers, SK Rev. at the of are: his of La at Salette Roman Long Catholic Church, Forget,memories with Chris Juchacz thefor celebrant.

Interment will history. further information at Innisfail, fromand St. Albert, her children: Lee (Tamara), (Graeme) Deanna (Scott); and Jean Miller from Cal90 years. follow at the parish cemetery, after which everyone is invited toDebra join the family 306-716-2671 forand a time of fellowship farewell to Ken Easton, Clara Coff ey, both of CarAug. 5.

Their reception named Lizzie Fae. She is HEALTH The tour started in Alta., for the Oct. 4 Alta., joined the Kenhis sister-in-law Mary Lou Debusschere and her children: Linda Melvin is survived atbythe hisRoyal daughters, Cheryl, andHall Wilma (Russell and refreshments Canadian Legion in Stoughton. saskfarms@shaw.ca who passed away on Aug. lyle. gary.

They were here for a was held at the Wawota a sister for Kacey and Sandy Patsy Larry (Glenda); brothertoDon wedding of Karlie Jack- ton Olsons of Regina,a Boulton) and son Lukey Those wishing to payMalcolm tribute (Ron), to (Leanne Ernie via a(Donna), donationMiskulin); in hisand memory may do sohisdirectly the the capital city of Reykwww.sellyourfarm 1.

A luncheon was held at the Alex Maureen couple of weeks.

Town Hall. Kolby Tamara is the granddaughter for Scot Debusschere (Lorraine) and their children: David (Kira), Ryan grandchildren, Christopher Drew (Chantelle) Stoughton-Tecumseh & District(Charmaine), Fire Department, Box 598, Stoughton, SK S0G 4T0, or the Stoughton javik on Aug. 30. They son and WanJake and Lamoureauxs land.com (Allison) and Mark (Laura).

Ernie will also be missed by his great the home of Josephine McIssac from Calgary reDiana Purdie from Regranddaughter of Larry and Deanne Jackson of Bottomley, Stewart Bottomley, Jarrett Boulton, (Jenn), & District First Responders, Box 282, Stoughton, SKGreg S0G 4T0. enjoyed a lot of sight- chuk. Congratulations and Micheal and Eriand nephews, astowell many special friends.

Kylie Scottto Nickolson (Erica); greatthanks grandchildren, The(Matt) familyand wishes expressnieces their heartfelt theas staff of Newhope Pioneer FOR Lodge Easton following the newed acquaintances in gina visited with her sisters and Helen Hutchison.

Wawota, and Lynn Brady APARTMENTS/CONDOS RENTin seeing and attended to the happy couple. ca Wyporowich for a was predeceased Damien Spry, Spry Kayla He Bottomley.

Stoughton for Payton the care andand compassion shown to Ernie. by his parents; brother Rene and brotherWawota recently.

Linda Birnie and at Sandra A C ograveside of Kenosee Lake.

She at is four ceremonies four committal. n g r a t u l aservice t i o n s Thanksgiving meal in-law Stocker.

ADULT LIVMelvin predeceased his parents, Herbert and INDEPENDENT Hall was Funeral Services inbyEstevan isJack caring for the“Bert” Debusschere family - Dustin Hall, Funeral Ray and Jessi Nickel, The family of Bill and Murray and their families. was held on Aug. 13 at the also a great-granddaughThehis Funeral Mass on Friday, August 12:00 nooninin Our Lady different ING at apartments MartensWilma Spry; beloved wifewill ofbe 58celebrated years Francis and their son18, 2023 ports cel- also to Blaine Lamon- Keith Olson’s on Oct. 8.

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The Observer

Friday, October 13, 2023

October oil and gas public offering generates $11.05 million The Government of Saskatchewan’s Crown petroleum and natural gas public offering, held on Oct. 3, has raised $11,049,882 for the province’s coffers.

Of the 157 parcels posted for this sale, 107 received acceptable bids, including 104 leases and three licences. These cov-

ered 18,870.845 hectares, and the average price per hectare was $585.55.

Acceptable bids in the southeast region generated $2,516,328 for 47 leases covering 3,668.270 hectares, or $685.97 per hectare.

There were 56 leases posted.

The highest bo-

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nus bid received on a lease in this area was $450,288, or $1,970.12 per hectare. Metropolitan Resources Inc. was awarded this 228.559-hectare lease located two kilometres north of Oxbow and partially within the Alameda-Midale Oil Pool.

The highest dollars per hectare received on a lease in this area was $3,153.15, or a total of $105,000. This 33.3-hectare lease was awarded to ROK Resources Inc. and is located 23 kilometres southwest of Stoughton, within the Innes Frobisher Beds Oil Pool.

The Kindersley area generated the most cashflow, bringing in $5,811,151 for 20 leases and two exploration licenses totalling 7,591.560 hectares. The price per hectare was $765.48.

Thirty-nine leases and four licences were posted.

Millenium Land Ltd. bid $4,244,502.88, or $1,521.99 per hectare, for a 2,788.785-hectare exploration licence located south of Major, near the North Hoosier Basal Mannville Sand Oil Pool. This is the highest bonus bid and highest dollars per

hectare received on a licence in this area.

The highest bonus bid and highest dollars per hectare received on a lease in this area was $406,609.96, or $1,565.89 per hectare.

This 259.667-hectare lease is located five kilometres northwest of Dodsland and near the Druid Mannville Sands Oil Pool and the Plenty Viking Sand Oil Pool.

Cardinal Energy Ltd. was the successful bidder.

Bids for leases and a licence in the Lloydminster area brought in $2,703,203, an average of $374.29 per hectare.

These bids were for 33 leases and one exploration licence totalling 7,222.166 hectares.

Fifty-three leases were posted.

The highest bonus bid and highest dollars per hectare received on a parcel in this area was $391,290.56, or $1,509.83 per hectare.

This 259.162-hectare lease is located 14 kilometres south of St. Walburg and near the Spruce Lake East Waseca Sand Oil Pool.

This lease was awarded to Cougar Creek Land Ltd. The only exploration licence posted in

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The oil industry in Saskatchewan continues to draw interest. Photo by Bill Ross / The Image Bank / Getty Images this area received a bonus bid of $386,164.06, or an average of $276.76 per hectare.

This 1,395.303-hectare licence is located 14 kilometres northeast of Macklin, adjacent to the Evesham North Mannville Sands Oil Pool. The successful bidder was Metropolitan Resources Ltd. The Swift Current area generated $19,199 in acceptable bids, or an average of $49.37 per hectare. All four leases that were posted were sold.

The highest bonus bid and dollars per hectare received on a lease in this area was $11,502.20, an average

of $88.55 per hectare.

This 129.895-hectare lease is located 28 kilometres northwest of Gull Lake and six kilometres west of the Delta Upper Shaunavon Oil Pool. Potts Petroleum Inc. and Supreme Energy Inc. each have a 50 per cent stake.

After four of six public offerings this fiscal year, the province has received more than $48.2 million in revenue. At this time last fiscal year, oil and gas public offerings had generated nearly $34.2 million in revenue.

The next scheduled date for a public offering in Saskatchewan is Dec. 5.

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Local breast cancer survivor rallies for timely testing and early detection

By Ana Bykhovskaia Most of us don't think of breast cancer as something that might affect our lives, especially when we are young and feel healthy.

When such a diagnosis comes, it feels like a bomb that quietly explodes, changing everything in life.

That's how it was for Carlyle's Lorrissa Stigings, the mother of two teenage girls, a wife and a 43-year-old woman in the prime of her life.

Her diagnosis came out of a general checkup which, on its own, was unalarming.

"I just went for my annual physical in November [2021], and my doctor said, 'I know you're only 43, but we should probably do a mammogram,'" Stigings shared.

"I share the same doctor with my mom, and my mom [Avis Bell] has breast cancer. She was first diagnosed when she was 68. She had a single mastectomy and chemo treatments. And then after that, she was on an estrogen inhibitor for five years. She went off, better five years. In year six, she was diag-

nosed with breast cancer again, and double lung cancer. That was three years ago. She's still taking treatments, and she's still doing really good."

Since there were no alarms or physical concerns, Stigings didn't get worried at that point and was scheduled for a mammogram. Even though it was recommended by a doctor, it took over four months to get in, and since she was under 50 years of age, she had to get it done in Regina.

"I went for my mammogram in March of 2022. And I knew that night. I read the report on eHealth. And I knew," Stigings shared.

"There were suspicious findings.

"I went back at the end of March for a biopsy. The biopsy came back within a week, I believe, and confirmed ductal carcinoma in situ [the presence of abnormal cells inside a milk duct in the breast]. That's the most common kind of breast cancer, so that means that it hasn't spread outside of the mammary ducting. It starts by microcalcifications. So that was good. They got me all

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Even though she said she knew that cancer was running in her family, the news hit her hard.

"My dad passed away of prostate cancer in 2008. And then my mom got hers. And she was 68, nine years ago. So, I always knew I was going to get cancer. I always knew it.

And as much as you say that, you're just never prepared for somebody to say you have cancer," Stigings said with emotion.

"That was the hard part. But then I started thinking about my teenage daughters, what does that leave them? … Now I've given that history to my kids.

That's the hardest part.

"As soon as you get told you have a cancer diagnosis, everything just stops. The world continues on, but your world stops because you don't know how this is going to turn out for you. It's hard. It's very hard."

The surgery took place in May, but the news that came back was even more nervewracking.

"My pathology came back saying that there was a spot behind

that first spot, and it was invasive. And they cut right through it," Stigings paused.

"I was terrified. I didn't know what was going to happen but I had to go back."

They had to take another scoop in June, but the results still came back positive for ductal carcinoma. In August, she went in again for the third attempt to beat cancer.

"Finally, it was clear. And then we started radiation in October. We had it for 16 days, back to back to back. We only had weekends off. We were done on November 4.

And then I had a hysterectomy in April of 2023 to eliminate the chances of any further cancers," Stigings said.

She hasn't been released from the Alan Blair Cancer Centre, as she still needs one more MRI, scheduled for October.

"After that, they'll hopefully kick me out of the program," Stigings said.

Regular physicals were a part of her routine, even though she didn't have any concerns, and that, she believes, made a big difference.

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Stigings says having support circles is ‘crucial’ « A15 "I had no lumps, but I did my physicals every year.

But because ductal carcinoma is so small, you don't feel lumps. So, I don't know how long I had it. Obviously long enough for it to turn into invasive. But you are not supposed to go for mammograms until the age of 50.

Who knows where I would have been at the age of 50," Stigings said.

The fight with her breast cancer was tough on all fronts. She didn't make her story public until she was getting ready for her first surgery in May 2022 when she shared it on social media.

"I didn't make that post and I didn't tell anybody until I'm laying there ready to go, and I'm thinking, 'If one person reads this, and they go and ask to have a mammogram done, whether it'll come back good, bad or otherwise, I need to do this," she recalled.

"I have now had three of my good friends go and get

checked out just because of my situation. They had no lumps, no bumps, no warning signs, no nothing. Just like it was for me."

Stigings said this experience changed a lot in the sense of her understanding of her mother's experiences and just in general.

"It is very life changing …

I sat and watched my mom, but it didn't really click in until I was sitting there going through it. And it's like, 'That's what she meant, okay,'" Stigings shared. "So, trying to have a conversation with my friends about it, they don't get it. They don't understand."

Stigings said creating a support circle is crucial for winning this battle. She was diagnosed in April 2022, and three other women in the Carlyle area received similar diagnoses right after.

"Now we have a support group together. There's a bunch of us who get together and just chit-chat and sup-

port each other. Other people can't do that. And we have a real connection, I guess we've become friends over all of this," Stigings said.

Breast cancer is considered to be running in the family history if it affects more than one generation, so for Stigings' daughters it will be a factor.

"I talked to the doctor about how soon my kids should be getting checked out. And they should be getting checked out 10 years before I was diagnosed, so they should be getting tested, or checked out at 34," Stigings said, noting that being a part of breast cancer groups, she notices a lot of younger women being diagnosed with the disease.

With her life-changing experience, Stigings now encourages women of different ages to ensure they keep a close eye on their health and get mammograms done.

"Go get the mammogram. Be persistent with

your doctors, even though you might be under 40 or under 50. It doesn't matter.

Just go get a baseline because you really never know when it's going to pop up," Stigings said.

She also noted that when she made her story public, some people changed around her and tried avoiding her, which is something that society needs to overcome.

"I think it's about cancer in general. People get that awkward feeling that they don't know what to say, so they just ignore you. It's like, you sit back, and the world is spinning and yours isn't.

You're sitting there in your little circle, and you're looking around trying to find your leaning posts."

She added that the cancer survivors were a big help through her journey, but her husband was also her leaning post throughout this time.

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by my side, I would not have made it through this diagnosis as well as I did," Stigings said.

The Breast Cancer Society (BCS) says breast cancer is the second-most common cancer in Canada and is the number one cancer in women (excluding non-melanoma skin cancers). It is estimated that about one in eight Canadian women will develop breast cancer during their lifetime and one in 34 will die from it. Breast cancer can also occur in men, but it is not as common.

The BCS statistic shows that every year, an estimated 27,900 Canadians are diagnosed with breast cancer and thousands more are living with the disease.

Screening helps find breast cancer before symptoms develop. All provinces and territories have breast cancer screening through an organized screening program or your health-care provider.

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