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Indigenous Film Industry workshop offers unique opportunity for students to learn

Local area students participated in an Indigenous Film Industry workshop. Photo courtesy Jacquie Walbaum dents, along with those from the White Bear Education Complex, met and attended an assembly to kick off their workshops. Arcola teacher Jacquie Walbaum facilitated

Students from three different schools learned hands-on artistry of film production. Photo courtesy Jacquie Walbaum

the event and welcomed artists from the Pathfinders Film Institute. Actor and founder of institute, Julian Black-Antelope, along with Mike Morrison, senior program supervisor and Kerry Opoonechaw, program co-ordinator, provided students with inspiration and connection to the film industry and pride in the indigenous culture. The students were encouraged to embrace their culture’s heritage and their authentic selves. Students opened to the program quickly as the day progressed. Their comfort level grew, and they connected with one another and the

workshop’s various levels of filmmaking. These included acting, filming, makeup and hair, lighting, script writing, the arts department, directing and production. The White Bear and Arcola groups made their own short film collaboratively. The artists from the Pathfinders Film Institute will edit, fine tune and add music to the production and return it to the students. The youths are excited to see the finished product and share it with the rest of the school. “There is a certain vulnerability to an individual’s art expression,” she said. In time the students

were stepping up and performing, improvising, writing and directing, while others enjoyed the behind-the-scenes work and flourished there. It is ultimately hoped that the students are inspired to consider careers in the Indigenous film industry. The Pathfinders Film Institute has discussed returning for a week-long workshop. This in-depth event would allow more time to study the roles available in the film industry. Students would train with the leaders and become certified for onset roles. The certification would set them up for careers and a future in the film industry.

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White Bear students gave a presentation earlier in the year for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Behind the Blanket, an Interactive History of the Indigenous and non-indigenous People of Canada, challenged people to build their understanding and empathy through the program. It is hoped that with the proximity of White Bear and Pheasant Rump First Nations’ communities, students from all local districts will participate in more events together to form friendships and connections to one another. On Nov. 22, 15 students from three different high schools took part in an Indigenous film industry workshop at Arcola School. Students from Weyburn, Carlyle and Arcola came together for the one-day event. These stu-

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Fischer’s cash cow for the Carlyle Community Complex Foundation By Stephanie Zoer Karen and Calvin Fischer wanted to contribute to the Carlyle Community Complex foundation after the success of the Farming for the Future fundraiser. They wanted to get cattle into the campaign and began to brainstorm their ideas. The Fischers moved to their farm in the Carlyle area in 2005. This is where Karen Fischer was raised on and it is located northeast of Carlyle. They have three children. Jace and Kyla have graduated from school, but Jaden is in Grade 11. They have all attended school in Carlyle. Being community minded and wanting to help with the CCCF, they came up with the

Cash Cow idea. The cow will remain on the Fischer farm with their herd of 70 cows. They calve out about 140 cows. The cash cow will be bred yearly and when the time is right, the calf will be sold at auction. The money raised from the sale of this calf will be donated to the foundation. The cow will stay with the herd and be cared for as usual. The first calf was sold on Nov. 28 in Whitewood and weighed in at 675 pounds, bringing $2,429 to be donated. The cash cow is due to calf in the spring around March or April, and when the big event happens it will be announced, including whether she had a heifer or bull calf. When the calf is of age, it will be

The cash cow calf weighed 675 pounds and sold for $2,429 at the Whitewood sale. Photo by Karen Fischer sold and again the proceeds will be donated to the CCCF. Fischer thinks it would be great and fun to build a cash cow herd. The cows would remain

on their own farms, but the calves would be donated, even if the donation was a one-time event. It would not have to be a cow, either; it could

This cow’s offspring will be donated to the Carlyle Community Complex Foundation each year she calves. Photo by Karen Fischer be another animal that could be donated to build a farm for the foundation. The past year, over $200,000 has been raised for the complex

and the amount continues to grow steadily. The Fischer family challenges other cattle producers to the cash cow concept to help the CCCF grow.

Southeast organizations receive gaming grants Lotteries and Gaming Saskatchewan (LGS) distributed $2.1 million in charitable gaming grants throughout the province in the second quarter of the 2023-24 fiscal year. “We’re pleased to announce the latest round of charitable gaming grants, ben-

efiting 750 groups and organizations in more than 200 communities across Saskatchewan,” Minister Responsible for LGS Laura Ross said. “These grants are paid by LGS throughout the year, supporting a wide range of charitable activities

and organizations.” Four organizations in Carlyle received a combined $5,599.37: the Carlyle Public Library ($121.55), the Co rnerstone Family and Youth Centre Inc. ($191.25), the Royal Canadian Legion’s Carlyle branch ($4,661.57), and the

Southeast SuperNovas softball team ($625). Splitting $1,536.70 in Oxbow are the Oxbow and District Recreation Board Inc. ($455), the Oxbow Community Swimming Pool ($195.95), the Oxbow Seawolves Aquatic Club ($200) and the Royal Canadi-

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($1,555.17) for a total of $1,795.17. Other grants were the Southeast Shrine Club, listed under Alameda ($177.50), the Stoughton Lions Club ($480), Kipling Minor Ball (504.45) Charitable gaming grants help a variety of groups, such as sport, arts and culture organizations, service clubs, seniors’ centres, hospital foundations, school and library programs, volunteer firefighters, animal rescue and wildlife conservation groups, and more. These quarterly grants are made when groups and organizations conduct licensed, charitable gaming activities such as bingos, raffles, breakopen ticket sales, Texas hold ‘em poker tournaments and Monte Carlo events.

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Cornerstone Theatre presents latest Christmas Carol show By Stephanie Zoer Cornerstone Theatre did not disappoint, with its production of A Christmas Carol, Slightly Twisted for the Carlyle Dickens Village Festival on Dec. 1-2. Doug Waldner gave a short speech, welcoming everyone and thanking those who attended. The 26-member cast kept the audience on the edge of their seats throughout the play with their funny twists and turns. The wide range of age with the cast members provided a unique and energetic show. Each performance was done in front of a nearly sold-out crowd of 200 people. The props were well put together, with detail done on the bricks and

windows that opened and closed. Each cast member was clear and executed their parts in a professional manner. Ebenezer Scrooge found out that being rich and not sharing his wealth with the poor would bring three ghosts, one from each of the past, present and future. Scrooge saw how he left the love of his life to make money, and how his employees disliked him because of the low pay. Although Bob Cratchit worked for Scrooge, he still treated him with kindness, and made it through his struggles in life. Scrooge saw in the future that young Tiny Tim would pass away, and this bothered and changed him.

The 26-member cast kept the audience entertained with its twists and turns in the play. Photo by Stephanie Zoer He began to realize that being alone was not a very happy place and began to share his

wealth with those he cared for. The music was played by a live band

and the performers sang with harmony. The audience, with spectators of all ages,

gave a loud round of applause, while giving the cast a standing ovation for a job well done.

High tea was served at the Carlyle Dickens Village Festival By Stephanie Zoer The Carlyle United Church was the place to be if a person enjoyed tea and wearing one of many hats. High tea was served on Dec. 1 and 2 during the afternoon of the Carlyle Dickens’ Village Festival. Lorna Hill and her committee began organizing the event in October as they have for many years. Over 40 volunteers and committee members helped during the festival to make the event stand out. Upon entering the church, Marion Biram welcomed guests, a job she loves to do, as she could chat with newcomers and enjoy seeing old faces that

have returned over the years. Biram said they had rave reviews from the teetotalers, and she was thankful for those that travelled to take part in this special event. Many people come to this afternoon high tea in their English attire to get the true feel of the event. A wall of hats adorned the entrance, and for those who did not have one, they could select a hat to wear for the afternoon. The collection belongs to Irene Doty, who has over 100 decorated hats that she loves to share. Wendy Rounce said Saturday was very busy and about 260 people came to

enjoy the hot brew. It was not just the tea people could enjoy. They had dainty sandwiches, which included cucumber and cream-cheese sandwich with the crusts cut off. This was an old English tradition. One young mother and her children attended, and she was teaching her kids the fine art of drinking out of a tea cup and saucer. A display of handmade quilts hung on the walls with the main colours of blue and silver for the theme. The committee is grateful for all the help they received and for everyone who attended to make this a very successful high tea function.

From left, Jan Bergen and Leola Hirtle enjoyed the high tea experience at the Carlyle United Church during the Dickens’ Festival. Photo by Stephanie Zoer

Dickens pancake breakfast enjoyed by many By Stephanie Zoer The Carlyle Memorial Hall was decorated with garland, lights and bows, giving it a very festive feeling on Dec. 2. Upon entering the hall, hosts and hostesses in their suits and top hats greeted everyone. The female volunteers were in their traditional English fashion. Cornerstone Family and Youth had gorgeous, decorated trees which were sponsored by local businesses and decorated by the committee. Each tree had a theme, be it blue and silver, or white, red and black. They were all elegantly decorated. These trees were for the

silent auction and bidding continued until 10 p.m. and proved to be successful. Pancakes and sausage were served at the breakfast by the Carlyle Royal Canadian Legion members from 9-11 a.m., with 140 people enjoying the warm meal. The food was sponsored by Gordon Food Services. In the far corner, chairs, garland and trees welcomed Santa, as the children gladly sat on his lap to tell him what they wanted for Christmas. In another area, a table was set up for children to colour pictures for Santa or family members. Throughout the day, entertainment came and went with musicians and magicians. Some created balloon

creatures. Lunch was served by the Grade 11/12 classes of the White Bear First Nations, offering loaded bannock burgers and chili bannock. People had the opportunity to bring donations for the Carlyle Food Bank, and to sit and warm up while socializing with the neighbours or someone new to the Dicken’s Festival. Santa’s breakfast, cash donations from visits with Santa and the gift in a jar brought the total amount raised to $1,048.60. Two large boxes of food were collected for the Carlyle District Food Bank. The committee thanks Santa for his great work over the day.

From left, Logan Van Meer, Kayce, Paige and Ava Bryant and Ember Logan told Santa what they would like for Christmas this year. Photo by Stephanie Zoer

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Southeast will play a big part in MRI fundraising The effort to bring an MRI scanner to southeast Saskatchewan has taken another step forward. The St. Joseph’s Hospital Foundation has committed to raising the remaining funds to bring an MRI machine to Estevan, but some hurdles still have to be cleared. While the MRI would be located at St. Joseph’s Hospital, it would serve the entire southeast region. A meeting took place on Nov. 29 between Emmanuel Health president and CEO Corey Miller; the hospital foundation and its executive director Lori Gervais; and hospital executive director Candace Kopec. The business case for the unit was presented, and at the end of the meeting, the hospital foundation committed to fundraise for the full cost of the project. “We’re asking them to pay for it, so we reviewed it in detail to ensure that they understood the project in complete, what equipment … we would be planning to purchase in this proposal, what renovations and additions to the hospital will be required, and then what additional start-up costs [would be needed], things like staffing bursaries and staffing return-for-service contracts,” said Miller in an interview. The total cost, including capital equipment, building and renovation costs, and staff training and startup costs, would be $6,266,000, including taxes, Miller said. The foundation has committed to raising $6.5 million, which would include a contingency. “Anything that isn’t required … would stay within the St. Joseph’s Hospital Foundation as an MRI endowment for future upgrades and future equipment and future costs like staff recruitment, staff training,” said Miller. The project has $2 million already. Elaine Walkom committed the amount, which would cover the cost of purchasing an MRI and hiring two staff members, as a legacy project in memory of her husband Grant, who died in 2017. The provincial government denied her re-

quest earlier this year, creating widespread criticism once the rejection became public. “Once we get approval, we’ll certainly be working with Elaine in trying to work through raising more money in the community and surrounding area, because this diagnostic tool will support the whole southeast of Saskatchewan, and will definitely benefit the provincial waiting lists if all of these residents don’t have to go to Regina,” said Miller. Before the business plan goes to the provincial government, it needs approval from the St. Joseph’s Hospital board and the Emmanuel Health Board. “It just allows us to have a good measurement of is this a community priority. We believe it is. We’ve heard loud and clear … that it is, but this is our cheques and balances to make sure it is a community priority,” said Miller. Fundraising wouldn’t begin until the provincial government gives the project the green light in a budget. The 2024-25 provincial budget will likely be handed down in late March. Renovating the diagnostic imaging centre would be the most expensive component of the project, Miller said, as it would cost about $3.88 million. The MRI would be located in the diagnostic imaging area, where the x-ray units and CT scanner are located. The MRI proposed for Estevan is what Miller called an “MRI in a box”, which would be a pre-built MRI room with a magnet inside. They are assembled in Quebec and one was in-

Emmanuel Health president and CEO Corey Miller stalled in Winnipeg. Other costs include building the structural slab, connecting to fire safety systems, bringing power for the addition and tying in building controls. Staff training and readiness amounts to about $235,000 for training bursaries and return for service bursaries for physicians and technologists. “We have to recruit people to move to Estevan with specialized training, so we built a budget for that,” said Miller. The foundation board has handled big projects in the past, such as fundraising to purchase a CT scanner and fund the first year of operations in 201415. Gervais plans on reaching out to those involved with past campaigns about what to expect. She is also glad to have representatives of several RMs on the board because they will help with reaching out to those outside of Estevan. “It’s going to be a far-reaching campaign, and this is something that is going to be affecting the entire community from one corner to the next,” she said. Having a $2 million

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two years. Miller said there might be some “soft” fundraising efforts occurring before the province commits, preparing the campaign and talking to prospective donors, to get an idea of where they’ll be when the campaign starts. They can start preparing the request for proposals. He has been involved with the installation of several MRI machines around the province from his time working in medical imaging and nuclear medicine for the SHA. He said he has already met with the SHA’s medical imaging team, as well as the Ministry of Health, which has a team of people in medical imaging who understand the need. They

shared data to help build the business plan. “We wanted the ensure that the plan we’re putting forward has already been vetted. They had questions and concerns. We went through and tweaked things with them. They already had eyes on it. They know what’s coming. They had input into it,” said Miller. “So that gives me more confidence that if we take it forward, it’s not a surprise to the people within the SHA or people within the Ministry of Health. They already participated and helped provide the data for the document.” The $6.5 million for the MRI unit will need to be in place before the machine can begin operating, he said.

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New manager for southeast health facilities By Stephanie Zoer Jolene Unrau moved to Round Lake when her boyfriend Karl Messinbird received work in the area. Unrau was raised in Morden, Man. She moved to Winnipeg when she was 18 to complete her education and soon made Winnipeg her home. In 2010, Unrau graduated from Red River College Nursing’s accelerated diploma RN program. She received employment at the Childrens’ Hospital in Winnipeg, and worked in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit for 10 years. In 2012, she continued

her education while remaining at her job, obtaining her critical care nursing certificate. From 2020-2022, her job took her to northern Manitoba, working for the federal government as a community health nurse. Working at isolated, remote nursing stations as the nurse in charge was a very rewarding and interesting job she said. Unrau furthered her career by taking a position at the St. Boniface Hospital in Winnipeg in the emergency department in 2022 and 2023. Also, during this time, she was the pediatric nurs-

ing instructor for the Red River College nursing program. Unrau then moved to Round Lake, north of Whitewood, in July with her boyfriend Karl Messinbird and dog Franklin when Messinbird took on employment in the area. She looked for a job right away and took on the position of the resident care co-ordinator for the Deer View Lodge in Wawota in August. Although she enjoyed the position, when the manager position for the Arcola Heath Centre and Carlyle’s Moose Mountain Lodge came up, she went for it. Unrau began her new

position as the manager on Nov. 6, but focused on the lodge when an outbreak of the flu occurred there. Although it was only a code yellow, she felt staying away from hospital would be a good precaution to take. Keeping in constant contact with the hospital to ensure everything is going well, Unrau said the staff at the hospital is very professional and friendly. She hopes to continue to empower the staff and help them be their own leaders. Unrau is enjoying making Saskatchewan her new home and finds the valley by Round Lake beautiful.

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Wawota Museum and Lions Club host events By Myrna Olson The Wawota Museum held its annual Christmas Tea and Bake Sale last Friday. Once again it was well attended, and the baking sold out quickly. The Wawota Lions Club held its annual Se-

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Palendat and Coralee Brehaut. The museum also drew the winners of its two Santa surprise boxes of donated items. Shirley Corkish enjoyed a week-long visit to Cottage Grove, Minn. While there, she visited with Jeff and Laura Corkish, Owen, Addie

and Mason, attended several hockey games and helped them celebrate American Thanksgiving. Happy birthday to Morris Draper, who celebrated a special birthday on Dec. 2. Wayne and Jean Brehaut of Athabasca,

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Glenlees Farm celebrates big wins at Agribition Rogers’ Ranch of bison and alpacas located in the Moose Mountain Provincial Park By Stephanie Zoer

family farm has built a very reputable name with Corey Lees is a born selling cattle across Canaand raised farm boy, da. who lives on the original In the spring, when homestead of the farm of the calves are born, some his grandparents are selected be bull in the By Lucy DavisArchie years and a to new is and Alma Lees. The farm purchased show ring. for genetics. is Nestled located on northwest of The In 2021, a bullherd” calf a half secterm “closed Arcola. was picked,Rogers’ but at the time tion of land a short dis- describes Ranch they had no idea what this tanceTheoﬀ thehomestead Wawota because other bison was builtoninthe 1882, calfbrought would bring them. the highway, edgeand of are in besides the original brickhouse, AXA Evolve Moose Mountain Provin- new Glenlees bull for genetics. where parents 112J isare owned by the cial Park,Lees’ is where you ETBison considered George AnnetteDawn Lees low Lees, maintenance, AXA Farms from will nd and the Rogers. they nowCraig reside, wasfrom builtthe in free New Brunswick River and moved range all and summer 1904. Bear area in 1993. (hay Valleyfed Farm in Ontario. White in the winter) Leestheir is married Ta- and Evolve the Raising three tochiltheyremained require noon assissha, and Lees farm his showdren alongthey withhave the three typi- tance withuntil calving. They daughters, Emma, Kyla do inglike career cal farm cats and dogs, to was walkover. the fence and Becca. They also excelthey expanded into have the line Evolve daily sohad oneantask is the family dog Bobby, who keeping lent topup line, feet bison business in 1998. withgreat mainteguards the farm. and a ofgentle disposition. Currently there are nance the fences. has InBison 2021 he the source Junior over Glenlees 100 bisonFarm majestiis won a lean a herd of 170 cows, with of Bull Calf Championship cally roaming the ranch protein, the hides are 125 of themcaring purebred reg- used at the Canadian Western with many for their traditionally for istered The polledbull Herefords Agribition. calves. calves making drums, and in andsold the other commerThe following are every35couple of the 1930’s, the RCMPyear, and cial stock. they returned to AgribiThe purebred stock tion with Evolve as a yearis serviced by four or five ling bull. Once again Lees purebred bulls, while the went home with a win, commercial stock has a this time as the Yearling red angus bull in with the Championship Bull and herd. the overall Reserve Bull. When Lees was nine Evolve was a twoyears old, he joined 4-H, year-old bull this year and and followed in his fa- in his last year in the show ther’s footsteps with ring. First they travelled showing cattle. to Toronto to take part in As Lees grew older, the Royal Winter Fair. he became more involved On Nov. 4, they enin the show ring and has tered the show ring with continued with his pas- top-notch competition. sion. grouped majestically. Evolve once again led the Bison The farm is a family show by taking home the affair, and no hired hand two-year-old Championis on the site. All of the ship Bull and Reserve Bull work is done by father and overall. son. Returning home, it His daughters are was time to prepare for also involved in 4-H, and Agribition. Emma won the Arcola “These are big shows, steer show this summer. and the competition is Emma has shown across tough,” said Lees. Canada, while Kyla and It would be all hands Becca have done so from on deck to get ready. At Ontario to B.C. times five or six people are Over the years, this grooming Evolve.

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other Canadian police services, made coats to protect against the harsh winters (Wikipedia). Many indigenous communities have long held deep cultural and spiritual connections with bison. They have traditionally relied on bison for Corey Lees took home the CN Supreme Championship with his two-year-old bull, Glenlees AXA Evolve ET food, clothing, shelter, 112J. Photo by Show Champions. tools, fuel, and social and ceremonial purposes. Rogers started out with bison for their own consumption with their meat butchered and wrapped at Moose Mountain Meats, with the hides sent to Winnipeg for tanning. In 1998 the Rogers then ventured into the alpaca business. Alpacas, also known as Dawn Rogers checking in on the bison. Photos by Lucy Davis Lama Pacos, completes the “Sweet Dreams” por- sured in ‘Grades’ where ered to be an exotic ber; tenance. They stay pregtion of the Rogers’ Ranch. the lower the number the in fact, in the 13th century nant for close to a year The ranch at one time was ner the eece. For exam- only the king of the Inca and an interesting tidbit is home to approximately ple, a cria (baby alpaca) Empire could wear an al- that they always give birth would the lowest numin supreme the morning before it 114 alpacas, currently Glenlees 27Cbut Daisy 40F and her calfbe MHPH GL 240J Daisypaca 115Lcoat. were in the top 10 for the cow-calf pair. When Dawn returned gets hot out. there are twelve females ber (1) and would make a is always in beautiful signal forItalian the win. Cow/Calf Chamby Medonte HighsuitLees and won fromthe Peru, the herd was owned Running the ranch is a and “Tasha eight males gracing the back keeping everyone and Evolve were the pionship Polled Farm in Ontario. for scoring at anow higher culled with the Hereford decision lands constant commitment the ranch. Besides at- socks together,” said shows, Lees. “Itthe is level CN Supreme were in the top 10 for of Dawn With yearRogers com(4). The Championeece is also and to start butchering andthe Craig tending alpaca family event.” ship Bull. finalist. pleted, Lees to have to make rugs, sweat- the theirsupreme own consumption and they areplans appreciative ane animals are used for used Once andagain Lees ers, scarves, Evolve was undefeatGlenlees 27C toDaisy downtime before he duvets, mitts while continuing ship some of residing in the southbreeding are usually would take his bull Evolve ed infelt. his The showing career. 40F owned Glenlees, of theofnext possibilities the iseece to aby ber mill in thinks east corner the prosprovsheared in May to sell the and He will now return to the but her calf, MHPH that may enter endless. ince as ‘their home on the the Ontario. Alpacas, like GL the pect into eece.the show ring, and are this Ittime was after named and move 115L,low is partly range’. Alpaca eeceto isOntario consid- 240J bison,Daisy are fairly main- ring. washeonly a farm Champion trip Polled Herethree-week to Peru in to do his job as a herd sire. ford Bull, which qualified Not only did their 2008 to study the Alpaca him for the CN Supreme bull win, but they also did Dawn come home and Class. re-evaluate the herd. A Nerves begingroup of eightwere people had ning to to runPeru high this traveled to as attend was against 37 other bulls alpaca shows, to study the of all breeds from across breeding practices and Canada. learn how to process the thegroup judge learned walked ber.AsThe around the ring and how the Peruvians were passed by Lees, he reeducated in how to breed turned andslapped for both neness Lees and on the back, which the density. Fleece is is mea-

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A diversified farming career has kept Leon Dube busy By Lori Hoffort Leon Dube has worn many hats over the years. Dube began his farming career in 1974. Although they had worked on the family farm many times over the years, Dube and his brother Ron partnered in the 1974 to take over their parents’ operation in the Kennedy area, as his father retired. The quarter section was owned by his grandfather, Armand Lautier, who settled there in 1917. Lautier passed the farm on to his two boys when he retired from farming. In 1942, Dube’s father and mother, Carmel and Anne, purchased land adjacent to the original Lautier farm. They remained as two separate operations until the brothers combined the properties, and Dube Farms was formed. The farming practices have changed and developed over the years. Mixed farming with

grain and cattle has always been part of the heritage of their land. Dube and his brother worked long hours, maintaining their farm with good success. Their partnership successfully ran the farm until his brother passed away. The farm has always been in the family. Dube’s son and daughter have moved away and pursued careers of their own. He hopes that when he is ready to retire that one or both will return to continue the lineage created. Dube rode horseback to run the cattle and travel the land. He has since retired his horse. He kept himself busy with employment off the farm as well. He worked as an outfitter for hunters visiting the area in search of waterfowl through the early fall. He worked as a guide until the pandemic hit and trends changed. Dube has run a trap lease since 1975 in Moose Mountain Provincial Park. He has also

worked maintenance for the past couple of decades. For the past 20 years, Dube has resided on a beautiful little acreage just outside the north end of Moose Mountain Provincial Park. When asked about the wildlife trends and occurrences, Dube sees the natural numbers changing in an ebb and flow relationship. Mule deer are coming back, whitetails vary constantly, moose numbers are down while elk are up. There is the occasional bear, skunk, raccoon and porcupine. The acreage is crossed by a busy stream that parades these creatures as they follow the course of the stream. He continues to operate the farm himself. He practises summer fallow on certain areas. Dube seeds and harvests. He also includes in his efforts, hay fields for harvest and sale. Some of his hobbies include hunting, trapping, farming and fishing. Now over 100 years old,

Years of innovation, market changes and hard work developed family farms over the years. The old barn stands witness to this throughout the years. Photo by Lori Hoffort the farm has seen many changes over the years. Oil wells have multiplied exponentially. There are fewer individual farms. Many are bought up and com-

bined as part of larger operations. The newest change in the landscape is the introduction of windmills. Dube sees them out his kitchen window.

Wawota entrepreneur focuses on interior design By Lori Hoffort Shannon Houff owned and operated Front Porch Interiors in Wawota for 18 years. As part of that, she fulfilled her desire to branch out into interior design. Throughout the years, Houff honed her talents and keen eye for style with courses, hands-on experience and theory. Houff decided to focus on design now that her family has grown, and her design talents continue to develop and expand. She will work from home once the store has officially closed. Houff now plans homes from the blueprint on up, renovations and commercial. She

takes the floor plan and designs the entire package from start to finish if requested. This includes cabinetry, fixtures, flooring and of course décor. Houff has developed a large base of customers that she served with the store. Many are repeat clients that are sure to follow her with this next step in her career. She travelled a lot with the store and the design aspect and is prepared to travel without the brickand-mortar base. She welcomes the challenge that this endeavour will offer her creativity and design talents. As a trend-setting proprietor,

Houff travelled extensively to keep up with all the innovative furniture, styles and décor. She took inspiration from the World Furniture Expo’s annual shows. Her knowledge and vision have allowed Houff the honour of being chosen as the Western Canadian representative for two national quality furniture companies. Houff reflected on the years of hard work and service that the retail store granted her. She expressed thanks and appreciation to have had the opportunity to serve so many over the years. Houff looks forward to further serving her clientele as she continues her journey with design. Shannon Houff takes a moment to enjoy her day.

Stoughton area drives interest with lithium bids The Government of Saskatchewan’s subsurface mineral public offering, held on Nov. 27, generated $1,459,502 in revenue, thanks to interest in lithium in the southeast. Ten subsurface permit blocks, totalling 3,330 hectares, were posted in the public offering. Each block received ac-

ceptable bids. The highest bid was $894,684 from Hub City Lithium Corporation for a 1,192-hectare block five kilometres southwest of Stoughton, which is prospective for lithium in formation water. Hub City Lithium is a joint venture between Reginabased ROK Resources Incor-

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PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 207 of The Planning and Development Act, 2007, that the Town of Oxbow intends to adopt Bylaw No. 1144-2023, to amend Zoning Bylaw No. 1163 as hereinafter provided. Intent The proposed amendment would rezone BLK/PAR R, PLAN 102088751, Surface Parcel No. 166164655, as shown on the atached Picture dated November 23, 2023, and referenced as “APPENDIX A”, which forms part of this Bylaw, from Future Urban Development – FUD to Community Service District - CS to accommodate a school. The proposed amendment would rezone BLK/PAR M, PLAN 102088751, Surface Parcel No. 166164633, BLK/ PAR N, PLAN 102088751, Surface Parcel No. 166164701, BLK/PAR P, PLAN 102088751, Surface Parcel No. 166164666, BLK/PAR Q, PLAN 102088751, Surface Parcel No. 166164712 as shown on the atached Picture dated November 23, 2023, and referenced as “APPENDIX A”, which forms part of this Bylaw, from Future Urban Development – FUD to Residen􀆟􀆟􀆟l Low-Density District – R1 to accommodate future residen􀆟􀆟􀆟l development. Affected Land The affected Land is legally described as Lot 8, Plan 102088751, Surface Parcel No. 166164655, BLK/PAR M, PLAN 102088751, Surface Parcel No. 166164633, BLK/PAR N, PLAN 102088751, Surface Parcel No. 166164701, BLK/PAR P, PLAN 102088751, Surface Parcel No. 166164666, BLK/PAR Q, PLAN 102088751, Surface Parcel No. 166164712. Reason The reason for the amendment is to provide for the accommodation of a school and future residential development. Public Inspection Any person may inspect the bylaw at the municipal office at 319 Main Street, Oxbow, S.K. between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding statutory holidays. The Proposed Bylaw and Map is available for viewing on the Town website at www.oxbow.ca. Public Hearing The council will hold a public hearing on December 18, 2023, at 7:15 p.m. at 319 Main Street, Oxbow, S.K. to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed bylaw. The council will also consider written comments received at the hearing or delivered to the undersigned at the municipal office before the hearing. You can contact the undersigned at 306-483-2914 or administrator@oxbow.ca with questions or comments. Issued at the Town of Oxbow this 1st day of December 2023.

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Oxbow’s skating rink and curling rink are well used by local and area residents. Pictured is the U7 team’s practice. Photos courtesy of Lane Nicholls The ice plant requires replacing. Plans for fundraising towards this goal are set. By Lori Hoffort The arena and curling rink in Oxbow were built in 1961. The ice plant was installed in 1963 for the curling rink; in 1986 this plant was replaced with a plant that could produce artificial ice for the skating and curling arenas. Start-up on the ice plant is hard on the unit. The fall of 2023 has proven to be a particularly hard start up. The chiller was replaced by insurance this fall. However, numerous leaks have added up to a large bill in repairs. Each time the condenser leaks, refrigerant must be

replaced. This year’s bill for repairs is $47,000 so far. There is no guarantee that there will not be further repairs required. With that in mind and considering its age, the Town of Oxbow and its recreation division have decided to replace the entire unit. The new unit is a 70-tonne Thermosyphon Ice Plant. It runs far more efficiently and uses outdoor temperatures to cool the plant when the weather permits, reducing the monthly costs significantly. The cost of the new plant is $700,000. The overall savings in operation will help to offset this cost through the

years. The Town of Lampman installed a similar unit and appreciates the efficiency and savings. The town’s annual Chase the Ace fundraiser will dedicate the funds raised this year to the ice plant fund. The fundraiser began Sept. 20 and is expected to run until June 19, 2024. Treena Mohrbutter from the town of Oxbow and Lane Nicholls, sports and recreation director, are thrilled to have such a generous commitment to the upgrade. Last year the fundraiser reached $110,000. Tickets may be purchased online, providing that they are bought within

Saskatchewan. They are $10 each with an e-transfer to oxbowchasetheace@ outlook,com. Wednesdays at 7 p.m. is the cutoff for that week. The draw will be made each Wednesday at 7:45 p.m. and can be watched on Facebook Live on the Oxbow & District Recreation Board’s Facebook page. Nicholls will be heading up a committee of volunteers in the new year. He mentioned that they would work on more fundraising ideas. He asks that people keep that in mind. Mohrbutter has applied for grants and funding through provincial and federal channels. Nicholls mentioned that

the rinks are kept busy with six different hockey teams, plus Star and Can-Skate programs, rentals by the Glen Ewen 4-H Club, public skating, shoot-around time and three-hour skates organized by the Oxbow branch of the Royal Canadian Legion and the Oxbow Lions Club on school holidays. As well, the curling rink hosts senior and junior teams, school programs, doubles and fourperson teams. “The rink is a social gathering place when the weather is too cool to enjoy outdoor activities. It’s nice to come down and have a piping hot chocolate and visit a while as you enjoy the rink activities.”

Carlyle Cougars score 17 goals in one Big Six game The Carlyle Cougars scored seven times in the first period and wound up crushing the Wawota Flyers 17-4 on Friday night. Kurtis Luke led the way offensive with a goal and six assists for a seven-point game. Koby Morrisseau had three goals and three assists for a six-point game. Ben Johnstone, Jesse Gabrielle and Boston Bird each had two goals and four assists. Josh Romanyk, Nikita Kovalenko and Jon Gaudet also had two-goal games, and Connor Hewitt also scored. Chris Dyrkis, Brady Dinwoodie, Lucas Hislop and Wyatt Fisk scored for Wawota. Konner Fuhr was in goal for Carlyle, while Winston Grayson and Jayden Hodson shared the goaltending duties for the Flyers. Also on Friday, the Red-

vers Rockets doubled up the Oxbow Huskies 6-3. Koltyn Miller, Drew Hoff and Declyn Henderson scored in the first period to give the Rockets a 3-0 lead, and Presten Kopeck tallied in the second. Henderson and Kopeck added their second of the game in the third, and also added an assist each to finish with three-point games. Jordon Miller had three helpers. Cody Matthewson was in goal for the Rockets. Dylan Hull, Alex Von Sprecken and Cody Davis had Oxbow’s goals. Derek Cooney assisted on all three of Oxbow’s goals. Cody Levesque was in goal for the Huskies. Friday’s other game saw the Moosomin Rangers score seven times in the opening 12 minutes of the second period and trounce the Kipling-Windthorst Oil

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Kings 15-1. Bud Holloway and Brock Trotter each had three goals and four assists for seven points, Carter Sawchuk had two goals and four assists and Josh Elmes had a goal and four helpers. Dawson Springer, Ryker Cole, Drayson Skulmoski and Chad Hebert had the other goals. Josh Bear had the Oil Kings’ lone goal. Levi Horn was Moosomin’s goalie, while Dylan Dedecker and Zachary Barath shared the Oil Kings’ goaltending duties. In Saturday’s games, the Bienfait Coalers knocked off the Carnduff Red Devils 7-2. Klae Bayda, Erik McKersie, Kaelen Holt, Jason Hengen, Ryan Smith, Tyler Hengen and Ryan Curzon had the Bienfait goals. Trey Stocker and Ben Hiltz scored for Carnduff.

Jackson Miller was the Bienfait goalie, and Cody Dumaine and Mason Plews were in goal for Carnduff. The Redvers Rockets rallied from a 4-1 deficit in the third period to edge the Midale Mustangs 5-4 in overtime. Braeden Magotiaux scored the winner with 13 seconds to play in the extra frame. Kopeck had two goals and two assists for a fourpoint game. Magotiaux also scored twice and Declyn Henderson had the other goal. Jordan Miller assisted on all five goals. Brayden Bjorndal had two goals, and Sterling Bear and Logan Martinson also scored for the Mustangs. Thomas Bauche (Redvers) and Talen King (Midale) were the goalies. The Coalers pounded the Flyers 12-4 on Sunday,

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handing the Flyers their second straight lopsided defeat. Taysen Holt had a goal and six assists, Kaelen Holt notched four goals and an assist and Dylan Herzberg notched two goals and two helpers. Wyatt Garagan had two goals, and Justin Byers, Kyle Salaway and Ryan Smith also scored. Jackson Walliser was the goalie. Phil Fath, Wyatt Nixon, Ayden Lawless and Billy Easton scored for Wawota. Winston Grayson and Jayden Hodson shared goaltending duties. Upcoming games will see the Rangers at the Mustangs, the Cougars at the Huskies, and the Coalers at the Flyers on Dec. 8, and the Cougars at the Rockets, the Huskies at the Oil Kings and the Flyers at the Red Devils. All games will start at 8 p.m.

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Beverly Rose hearts, Grimes, With saddened Ernie’s family announces his passing at Tamara Barkley (Veroni- Carson and Amy Brady 76, of Pioneer Kenosee Newhope Lodge inLake, Stoughton, Sask. on August 10, 2023 Visiting with Edna ca’s daughter) Owen ple of Carlyle on the birth of Saskatchewan passed By Cannington businesses andand families of Saskatchewan. A at the age of 89. Benner recently were her Easton of Regina who their daughter on July 29. away peacefully surrounded Ernie was born on March 16, 1934 on the farm south of Forget, MLA Daryl Harrison are choosing our great child support service by thethelove her of famsisters, Kay (and Glen) province were married the work Cha- will She weighed six pounds, Sask., eldestof child Paul & Elizabeth Debusschere. Left to at live, be launched to asily Wednesday, withon special memoriesNovember of Ernie are: his sister Mary Stocker and Oakes from Winnipeg let at Kenosee Lake on 11 ounces, and has been Nov. 19-25 is Manand build a family. sist parents experi29, 2023 at the Arcola Health her children: Lee (Tamara), Debra (Graeme) and Deanna (Scott); and Jean Miller from CalAug.Our 5. Their reception encing named Lizzie Fae. She is Center. ufacturing Week in government separation and his sister-in-law Mary Lou Debusschere and her children: Linda gary. They were here for a was held at the Wawota a sister for Kacey and Beverly (Bev)(Donna), is survived (Ron), Sandy Patsy by and Larry (Glenda); his brother Don Saskatchewan, a week continues to work to divorce and to calcu-a her husband of(Lorraine) 51 years,and Glen couple of weeks. Town Hall. the late granddaughter for supScot Debusschere their children: David (Kira), Ryan dedicated to recogniz- build and Tamara protectis our initial child Grimes; sonMark Michael (Allison) and (Laura).(Lisa) Ernie will also be missed by his great Diana Purdie from Regranddaughter of Larry and Deanne Jackson of ing the province’s near- economy. Recently, our port without having Grimes, grandchildren, Austin, nieces and nephews, as well as many special friends. gina visited with her sisters and Helen Hutchison. Wawota, and Lynn Brady ly 2,000 manufacturgovernment responded to go through a family Scarlettwas and Madden of Cal-parents; brother Rene and brotherpredeceased by his Friday, August 18, 2023 gary,He Alberta; Linda Sandra to Athegraveside service court of Kenosee Lake. Shecan is HE BSERVER daughter Alenna ers forBirnie their and significant federal governprocess that in-law Jack Stocker. Murray and their families. was held on Aug. 13 at the also a great-granddaugh(Lonnie) Lischka, grandchildren, Breton and Easton of Calgary, The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, August 18, 2023 at 12:00 noon in Our Lady contributions to our ment’s proposed Clean be costly and complex. Alberta, as well as numerous siblings,Forget, extended nieces, Highview Cemetery as a This ter forwill Dorothy Brady and of La Salette Roman Catholic Church, with family, Rev. Chris Juchacz the celebrant. Interment will economy. Electricity Regulations. reduce some nephews andparish many cemetery, friends. of to thejoin Moose THE after which everyone is Heart follow at the invited theMountains family for a time of fellowship farewell to Ken regulaEaston, of Clara Coff ey, bothburden of CarHEALTH Their hard work The proposed the financial Bev was predeceased herCanadian parents, Legion Theodore Isabelle and refreshments at the by Royal Halland in Stoughton. who passed away on Aug. and lyle. allow parents to fo(Kappel) brother Stark; sisterviaCharlla Meisner andmemory may do so directly to the and dedication help tions impose a net-zero Those Stark; wishing to payClark tribute to Ernie a donation in his 1. A luncheon was held at Maureen Glen’s parents, Jack and Jean Grimes. Stoughton-Tecumseh & District Fire Department, Box 598, Stoughton, SK S0G 4T0, or the Stoughton create opportunities electricity grid across cusAlex on theand well-being of In May 2024, a Graveside at Our Lady of 4T0. Seven the home of Josephine McIssac from Calgary re& District First Responders, BoxService 282, Stoughton, SK S0G for people who call Canada by 2035, which their children. Sorrows Catholic Church in Lampman, SK and thanks a Celebration of of Newhope Pioneer Lodge in The family wishes to express their heartfelt to the staff Eastonleave following the newed in our province home, will SaskatchOuracquaintances government Life at Kenosee SK compassion Four Seasons will tobeErnie. held for Bev Stoughton for the Lake, care and shown committal. Wawota recently. employing more than ewan families paying also continues to en(Tentatively May, 25, 2024).in Estevan is caring for the Debusschere family - Dustin Hall, Funeral Hall Funeral Services LAND FOR SALE Ray than and Jessi Nickel, Thethat family of Bill and and If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to the 31,000 more double to sure families Director. Ads must be received ouroffice officeSaskatchewan by Ads must be received in in our by William, Gallahan and Marie Jensen gathered Carlyle Public Library, in memory of Beverly R. Grimes. Please workers. Manufactur- keep the power on. friends can access supmake cheques payable to the Town of Carlyle, Box 10, Carlyle, in Wawota for a reunion FARMLAND ing businesses cre- Isobel We from call onDidsbury, the fed- port in difficult situaAUCTIONS FEEDLibrary & SEED FOR SALE SK S0C 0R0 (designate to the Carlyle Public Branch) or Alta., stopped by in WaAug. 7-13. Families in atate sustainable proderal government to tions. 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Buffalo Party has candidate in Cannington for 2024 The Buffalo Party of Saskatchewan has announced that Michelle Krieger has been acclaimed as the candidate for Cannington in the 2024 provincial election. “Thank you to all the members in the constituency, as well as both the provincial and constituency association boards of directors, for their support,” Krieger said. “I am proud to have the opportunity to represent

the people of Cannington in the upcoming election and look forward to meeting many more of you out in the community to learn about what issues matter most to you and your families.” Raised on a farm just north of Alameda, Krieger believes she has a solid grasp on the challenges agricultural community face and the fact that those issues will only become more pro-

nounced in the coming years. Being from the southeast, she also understands how important the oil and gas and mining industries are to the province, as well as the “devastating impact an overreaching federal government can have in those sectors.” Krieger currently owns and operates a business coaching, consulting and bookkeeping

firm in her hometown of Alameda, which serves clients across western Canada, and holds the designations of certified professional bookkeeper and certified profit first professional. She is a town councillor in Alameda and sits on the Southeast Healthcare Recruitment and Retention and the local Saskatchewan Health Authority liaison committees.

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Alida news - Bingo fundraiser was a success By Edel Cowan The Alida Golden Gate hosted a Christmas sign evening on Nov. 27. Torri Warken from Oxbow was the instructor. Ten women attended and fun was had by all. Act One Production held a meeting Nov. 28 to see if there was enough interest for another fundraising show this coming March. People’s help is

needed and will be greatly appreciated as lots of volunteers are needed. It was decided to look around to see if there’s someone interested in acting in this year’s play or maybe at least helping out behind the scenes. The number that is interested will decide which play will be chosen. Let’s hope we’ll be able to hold another drama event in March.

Contact Shanna Carriere, Diane Potapinski, or Tim or Shelly Cowan if you’re interested and haven’t been contacted. Faye Walker travelled to Saskatoon Nov. 30 where she spent time with the Nickle family and watched her two younger granddaughters participate in the Saskatoon Children’s Choir presentation. Sincere sympathy

is extended to Wes and Rachelle Smith on the passing of his uncle Neil Holmes on Nov. 27. Neil had worked for Three Star Trucking and lived here in Alida before he returned to Pierson, Man. On Dec. 1 the Cowans (Tim, Shelly, Gray and Edel) attended the Missoula Children’s Theatre in Redvers where Ainsley was one of the students who participated in the production of King Ar-

thur’s Quest. It was a great show with a job well done by all. . The Alida Rec. Board members held another event on Dec. 1 at the Alida Hall. This was the second annual Lisette Dubuc Memorial Christmas Bingo fundraiser. There were special games, cash and prizes. There was also Chinese and silent auctions and a beer garden to enjoy. It was a great way to

start the holiday season off right. The board appreciated all donations received for this event and continued support for their events. Sincere sympathy is extended to Dot Zelionka on the passing of her husband Lawrence on Dec. 2 at the age of 97 years at the Moosomin Heath Centre. Condolences are also extended to all family members.

PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Town of Oxbow intends to adopt Bylaw No. 1142-2023 under The Planning and Development Act, 2007, known as the Planning Services Fee Bylaw. Intent The proposed Planning Services Fee Bylaw No. 1142-2023 will provide for fees to be charged for planning application related services. Affected Land The affected lands are all the lands located within the Town of Oxbow. Reason The Planning and Development Act, 2007, enables planning applications fees to be charged for the review, advertising, approval, enforcement, regulation and issuance of development permits, discretionary use permits, minor various applications, amendments to the Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw. The costs are not to exceed the cost to the municipality of processing and advertising the application, and of administering and regulating the development. Public Inspection Any person may inspect the bylaw at the municipal office at 319 Main Street, Oxbow, Saskatchewan, between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. from Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays. The Proposed Bylaw is available for viewing on the Town website at www.oxbow.ca. Public Hearing The council will hold a public hearing on December 18, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers at 319 Main Street, Saskatchewan to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed bylaw. The council will also consider written comments received at the hearing or delivered to the municipal office before the hearing. You can contact the undersigned at 306-483-2914 or administrator@oxbow.ca with questions or comments.

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Friday, December 8, 2023

Decorating prizes awarded as part of Dickens Festival A decorating contest was held in Carlyle as part of the Dickens Village Festival. Carlyle District Lions Club members Shiela Menard, Dennis Feduk, George Anderson and Gord Paulley served as judges and made their evaluations

on Nov. 30. Terry and Laurie Fornwald won first overall for their building at the corner of Fourth Street East and Carlyle Avenue. Wendy’s Day Home, operated by Wendy Marcotte and located on First Street West, won

the award for top business. Harold and Carol Ann Smith finished first in the traditional category for their building on Fourth Street East. Brian and Michelle Romaniuk on Ruckle Road won first place for novelty.

Brian and Michelle Romaniuk won for best novelty decorating.

Terry and Laurie Fornwald won for the best overall decorating. Photos by Gord Paulley

Harold and Carole Ann Smith were first in the traditional category.

On behalf of the Dickens Village Festival committee Wendy’s Day Home won the best business decorating.

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PLEASE APPLY TO:

JUSTIN DUHAMEL 306-455-3774 or EMAIL RESUME TO: jduhamel@frenchtransport.ca

We would like to thank each and every person who helped make the 20th festival a success- to our sponsors, businesses’ extra store hours, parade and play commitment and committee volunteers who spent hours prepping leading up to the weekend. Special thanks also to Craft & Trade Show Vendors It takes a whole community to make this festival a success.

THANK YOU

The Observer

Friday, December 8, 2023

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