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Powwow dancers celebrate First Nation culture
Staff photo by Kelly Running
Everyone enjoyed their day; here two veterans – Rocky Redwood and James McArthur – are joined by young dancers during an intertribal song at the WBEC’s annual interschool powwow. (See story on page 3)
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WBEC welcomes powwow dancers
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The White Bear Education Complex hosted their annual Interschool Powwow on Thursday, April 27, with students participating from Ochapowace, Peepeekisis, and White Bear to both dance and sing. The event is one that brings school aged youth together with a common interest and is a beautiful showcase of First Nation culture. The Grand Entry was held at 11 a.m. following a prayer by School Elder Nora Kakakaway. The entry song, victory song, and flag song were each played to mark the beginning of the powwow. Welcoming elders to the event, WBEC also thanked two veterans for attending: Rocky Redwood and James McArthur. WBEC also welcomed Howie Thompson from Carry the Kettle to act as the MC for the event. Throughout the day there were intertribal round dances held as well as categorized competitive dancing: Tiny Tots, Junior, Teen, and Senior. Additionally there were four entries in the drumming category who played throughout the day, with a lot of praise from Thompson during breaks in playing. Principal of WBEC Sherri Capo welcomed those in attendance: “Thank you for coming and for participating in our annual school powwow. We welcome you to our school and hope you feel like family, thank you to all that are participating; I hope you enjoy your day. And a big thank you to SIGA for helping to make this happen; and to the Powwow Committee for all of your hard work.”
Staff photo by Kelly Running
The White Bear Education Complex hosted their annual Interschool Powwow on Thursday, April 27. Here the Eagle Staffs and flags are carried in during the entry song.
Staff photo by Kelly Running
The Tiny Tot category brought energy and smiles as they participated in the powwow.
Staff photo by Kelly Running
Grass dancing is traced back through history to dancers who would bless and flatten grass for ceremony, dance, or battle.
Staff photo by Kelly Running
The ladies fancy dance brings imagery of butterflies to mind through movement and regalia worn as is evident by this young fancy dancer who holds her shawl out like wings in a flurry of colour as she beautifully dances during the WBEC Interschool Powwow.
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This young tiny tot dancer thoroughly enjoyed herself as she danced the day away.
White Bear Education Complex’s drum group was one of four to sing throughout the day.
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IN FOCUS 4 Ashleigh Wolensky: The
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Serving for Saskatchewan Lynne Bell
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Seventeen-year-old Ashleigh Wolensky of Redvers has taken her championship-level volleyball skills to a new school and is embracing new challenges and opportunities as a Caronport High School student and as a member of Briercrest’s club-level volleyball team. Wolensky hopes that her performance at the Team Saskatchewan tryouts later this spring will net her a spot on the provincial team, which will allow her to compete at the Canada Games this summer in Winnipeg. “Competing as part of Team Saskatchewan (in 2016) was so inspiring,” she says. “The people on my team were so good that it forces you to be better.” Wolensky’s first experience competing at the national level as a member of Team Saskatchewan was at Richmond, B.C.’s Olympic Oval., at the National Team Challenge Cup. Then a student in Bellegarde, she was part of Team Saskatchewan’s 18U squad. “In 2016, it was such a relief to make the team,” she says. “I was really concerned and anxious, because there were so many good athletes at the tryouts in Regina. The coaches watched our passing, serving, hitting, everything. They were looking at our skills and our work ethic.” “I honestly didn’t know how I’d do, but I did my best and I was really surprised and happy when I made the (provincial) team.” “My team came 6th in Richmond and it was a
week where I learned a lot,” she says. “It was so much fun playing teams at that level and it forced me to be a better player. I feel like I’ve come a long way as a player and as a player and a person, it really raised my confidence.” Now attending Caronport High School, Wolensky says life as a boarder makes combining school and sports easier. “It’s easy to do both here. It’s a really small town and a lot of other people do volleyball
(here) and so it’s easy to focus on both.” “I’m playing on new teams, but on the Briercrest (club) team, a lot of the girls played on Team Sask when I did. And a lot of them also play on the school team and like me, a lot of them are from out of town, so it’s not like I’m the only new person or player.” “Wherever I’ve played, my coaches have supported me and played a big role in who I am as a player,” says Wolensky. “When I played for the (Southeast) Vipers, my coach Kelly Running told me I lacked confidence in my abilities and she really encouraged me. And when I first tried out for Team Sask – which led me to playing at the national level in Richmond – (coach) Eugene Brown talked them into letting me try out for the 18U team, even though I was only 16. The way my birthday fell, they said I was too old to try out for the 16U team.” “But I made it. I got the opportunity to try out for the 18U team after not being able to try out for the 16U team and I did my best,” she says. “I was really surprised and happy when I found out I’d made the provincial team and it’s something I hope to do again.” “I started playing volleyball in grade five in Bellegarde,” says Wolensky. “I only started playing club season in 2015. Volleyball has made me feel more confident as a person, more outgoing and closer to my teammates and a better communicator.” “The first time I competed at an Olympic venue in Calgary, I thought: ‘This is awesome and I want to live up to this,’” she says. “It would be such a great opportunity to play for Team Saskatchewan at the Canada Games. And I’ll do my best to make that happen.”
FeatureAsh1 Seventeen-year-old Ashleigh Wolensky of Redvers has taken her championship-level volleyball skills to a new school and is embracing new challenges and opportunities as a member of Briercrest’s club-level volleyball team. Wolensky hopes that her performance at the Team Saskatchewan try-outs later this spring will net her a spot on the provincial team, which will allow her to compete at the Canada Games this summer in Winnipeg.
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Seventeen-year-old Ashleigh Wolensky (pictured wearing #4) has played volleyball since “I was in grade five in Bellegarde.” Since then, she represented her province as part of Team Saskatchewan’s 2016 roster, where she competed at Richmond B.C.’s Olympic Oval as part of Volleyball Canada’s National Team Challenge Cup. Wolensky says of being part of Team Sask’s 2016 roster: “Representing your province is an amazing feeling.”
Ashleigh Wolensky (right) is pictured here with Briercrest teammate Jessica Zacharias (left) blocking the ball at a volleyball tournament in Martensville, Sask. earlier this year. Wolensky, of Redvers, is currently a Grade 11 student at Caronport High School and says living as a boarder at the school makes combining school and sports easier. “It’s easy to do both here,” she says. “It’s a really small town and a lot of other people do volleyball (here) and so it’s easy to focus on both.”
Ashleigh is airborne! Grade 11 student Ashleigh Wolensky’s volleyball career continues to soar, as the 17-year-old is aiming to represent Saskatchewan for the second time as part of the province’s volleyball team, as she prepares for tryouts later this spring. “Competing as part of Team Saskatchewan (in 2016) was so inspiring,” she says. “The people on my team were so good that it forces you to be better.”
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Village of Kenosee begins green space construction Kelly Running Observer Staff
Eight years ago the Village of Kenosee set into motion an expansion of the Village with a new subdivision after purchasing land from Moose Mountain Provincial Park. The land, east of Chapa Avenue and west of Hwy 9, will be cleared of foliage – leaving 50 metres of trees, as a buffer zone, along the perimeter of the planned new subdivision. The project has passed the Community Planning stages and the first phase of the subdivision is currently being completed in the form of a green space. “We have the money in place for the green space, which was all raised through donations and government grants, to begin construction on it,” Village of Kenosee Mayor Mark Doty stated. “They will be completing the tree removal and landscaping, and then we are planning to begin building a gazebo and putting up the playground equipment.” “The playground at the waterfront had to be taken out because the water has risen considerably, so looking at this green space we decided it was a good place to relocate it to.” Doty says that the playground equipment has already been purchased for the green space and they are hoping that both the playground equipment and gazebo will be up by July 1st. The project has seen support by those in the Village, those in the Park, and the Moose Mountain Lions – who have helped to fundraise considerably for the green space. Plans for the future will include an outdoor rink and the inclusion of a BBQ, to make the green space a place where families can spend an afternoon and enjoy a picnic. Thus, their fundraising efforts are still underway. If anyone is interested in supporting the project through donations or by sponsoring a cement bench or cement flower planter – and have a name inscribed – they are asked to contact the Village of Kenosee office: (306)577-2139. A plaque with those that donate to the project will also be added once complete. Donations to the green space project are tax deductible and a receipt can be received from the Village office. “This is kind of Phase 1 of our subdivision; we have 30 lots going, which is really exciting for us,” Doty said. “It’s huge for us because currently we have about 240 homes and businesses in the village, so 30 lots are quite a large addition to the Village.” “It’s past the Community Planning stage and we’ve had a lot of interest in the lots. The preliminary groundwork will start soon. We don’t have a date yet that they will be for sale though as we need to get the infrastructure for them in place first, like the water lines.” “We’re all very excited for this big project for the Village.”
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Weekly RCMP report Lynne Bell
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Carlyle RCMP Staff Sgt. Darren Simons reminds the members of the public that May 15-19 is Sexual Assault Awareness Week in Saskatchewan. “The statistics surrounding sexual assault in the province are just staggering,” says Simons. “One in three females will be sexually assaulted in their lifetime and one in six males will be victims of sexual assault. Unfortunately, Saskatchewan has also come to the forefront of domestic violence murders,” he says. “I would like to add that 91 percent of sexual assaults are not reported to police and 85 percent of victims of sexual assault know their perpetrators,” says Simons. “Please don’t hesitate to report this crime to police.” Members of the Carlyle RCMP detachment responded to several calls between Friday, April 21 and Thursday, April 27. Non-suspicious death RCMP members attended to an unfortunate death at Kenosee Lake. Police do not believe this death is suspicious.
911 calls 911 calls received this week were all misdials and non-emergency in nature. False alarm(s) Members responded to a false alarm in Carlyle. Alcohol-related offences Several intoxicated individuals were lodged in cells this week. An intoxicated male at a Carlyle gas bar was dealt with by police. Assistance Carlyle RCMP assisted the Regina Police Service in serving a warrant. Break and enter Carlyle RCMP are currently investigating a break and enter, which occurred in Arcola. Criminal harassment Members are currently conducting a criminal harrassment investigation in the Kenosee Lake area. Drug investigation RCMP are currently conducting an ongoing drug investigation in the detachment area. Failure to appear An individual was charged with failure to appear in court. Firearm RCMP are still investigating a report of an individual with a firearm in the Carlyle area. Mischief Local RCMP received reports of mis-
THANK YOU The Redvers Activity Centre Foundation hosted a very successful Ladies Night Out on January 21, 2017.
There were approximately 88 Ladies in attendance for the evening of supper catered by Rylan Weir, a lip sync battle contest, a social evening held after the event, along with the opportunity; to take home some very nice prizes. The Grand Prize of $1000.00 was won by Tiffany Haltom. Once again this year, some members of the Redvers Fire Department were auctioned off to the highest bidding tables, with the money raised going to the Redvers Fire Department. The evening wrapped up with a Social and Dance, with music provided by Nick Costache. The funds raised from this year's Ladies Night Out have been put towards the purchase of a new water heater at one of the Group Homes (as we do not receive government funding for equipment) and towards assisting the Individuals we support in spending more time in the community. This fundraiser would not have been such a success if it were not for the generous donations we received from all the businesses and individuals. We would like to thank you for supporting this very important fund raising event. As always, your donation has been publicly recognized.
chief on and around farms in the Carlyle area. Members made patrols, but did not locate the suspects. Staff Sgt. Simons urges farmers to “Be aware of how your equipment is secured during this seeding season and please contact police if you have any concerns.” In Carlyle, two youths were arrested but not charged by RCMP regarding mischief they had caused, including dragging a bench from its original location. Police are investigating a report of mischief at a Carlyle business. In a case of property mischief, an intoxicated male was removed from a residence in the Carlyle area. Sexual Assault RCMP are currently investigating a sexual assault in the detachment area. Theft Members responded to a report of a theft of cash from a residence in the detachment area. “Please do not store cash at home,” says Staff Sgt. Simons. “Your insurance will not cover this type of loss.” Members investigated a report of a stolen truck in the Kisbey area. This was deemed to be unfounded by police. Traffic offences A driver was unhurt after their vehicle struck a beaver in the Arcola area. However, the vehicle had to be towed. RCMP made patrols in response to a report of dangerous driving in the Carlyle area. An individual who
was driving while disqualified will appear in court. A report of careless driving in the Carlyle area resulted in no charges being laid. Four motorists were fined $580 each for driving without insurance. One of these individuals was also charged with speeding and received an inspection ticket for having a damaged windshield. Four drivers were fined $230 each for stop sign violations. Staff Sgt. Simons says: “During seeding season, farmers can often be in a hurry – especially if equipment
breaks down. I’ve personally seen tragic accidents where someone is in a hurry on a road that’s not well-travelled. I know farmers are busy this time of year, but I ask them - and all motorists - to please make a full stop at all intersections. Make sure those tires have stopped rolling and then proceed, once it’s safe to do so.” RCMP issued several speeding tickets during this period, including one in which the driver was fined $230 for speeding through a school zone. Members issued several warnings this
week, including those for vehicle windshields in need of repair, front and rear vehicle lights, misuse of licence plates and mud flaps. RCMP also issued warnings and/or tickets for several trailers which had inadequate lights and improper loads. Members assisted with an incident on Hwy 13 in which a loaded grain truck had a hopper open accidentally. Uttering threats Carlyle RCMP responded to three separate reports of uttering threats in the detachment area.
When he leads By Linda Wegner I admit that in my younger days I secretly wished for a few spectacular displays of God’s leading in my life. You know, something like Balaam being challenged by a donkey (honestly though, there were a couple of times when I could have been associated with that story) but more specifically I confess to wishing that I might be one of those yanked from obscurity into a role of Christian leadership. Hmm, I might start with having publishers beg for the opportunity to be associated with my best sellers. Next, being in demand as a conference speaker wouldn’t be bad either…but enough of that. The truth is, I’ve walked in relative obscurity through my seven decades of life and more importantly, I’ve learned to thank God that I’ve been spared the thorns that go with those kinds of roses. I’ve also learned that God speaks
vital messages in quiet tones. Here’s my most recent example: every Monday I have family over for supper and this past week that included a mutual friend. Early next morning I’d completed my daily walk and was ready to dive into the day’s work when I had a strong urge to call this same friend and ask her if I could come over for tea, right away. I did and she sounded as confused as I felt – but she agreed. Although I’d just trekked around the high school track for an hour I felt as strongly compelled to drive the two blocks to her home. Couldn’t have felt stranger but I finally did as I “was told”. Upon arrival we both realized she was experiencing a medical episode and needed to go to the hospital immediately. I can’t stop asking myself this question: What if I hadn’t listened? “In all thy ways acknowledge Him and He shall direct your path”
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Town of Carlyle lauds Huguette Lutz on her retirement Lynne Bell
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Upon her retirement as Town of Carlyle administrator, Huguette Lutz was praised and thanked for her 10 years of “exceptional service” by Mayor Wayne Orsted. Along with Orsted, former mayor Don Shirley, past and present members of council and town staff honoured Lutz with a celebratory lunch at the Carlyle Civic Centre on Friday, April 28 - Lutz’s last day of work. “We wish Huguette the best in retirement,” says Mayor Wayne Orsted. “And we thank you for doing so much for the town during your decade of service to Carlyle.” Speaking on behalf of Town Council, Councillor Jenn Sedor says: “We truly admire all of the hard work Huguette has put in over the years. She has
really advanced Carlyle – in the areas of helping us build and improve the town’s infrastructure, putting Carlyle on the map with promoting tourism and most importantly, improving the quality of life for so many people in town.” “She’s the ultimate professional and she’s never received the full credit she deserves, so on behalf of us all, I’d like to say thank you.” Lutz briefly spoke about her 10 years at Carlyle’s administrative helm, mentioning the many major projects that were carried out - averaging one a year. “During my 10 years here, the town has - to name just a few - put in a new water treatment plant, a new sewage lagoon and just to make it interesting, re-paved Main Street,” laughed Lutz. “You’ve done so many projects - and it worked out to an average of about one per year. It’s kept me busy, engaged, and interested and I’d like to thank you all.” “It’s been awesome.”
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Town of Carlyle Administrator Huguette Lutz is pictured at a celebratory lunch honouring her for her 10 years of service at the community’s administrative helm. Lutz says of her decade working for the Town of Carlyle: “It’s kept me busy, engaged, and interested and I’d like to thank you all.”
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A plastic eating caterpillar!?
It was an accidental find, but apparently a beekeeper discovered that a parasitic pest in his hives of bees, a wax worm, which feeds on beeswax, can actually break down plastics. The little worm, sometimes used for fish bait, might be the answer to figuring out a way to eliminate plastic waste. Kelly Running The find was discovered when Observer Staff an amateur beekeeper found holes in plastic bags, which she had deposited wax worms in after removing them from her beehives. Research then took place at the Institute of Biomedicine and Biotechnology of Cantabria and the University of Cambridge. The University of Cambridge’s study involved 100 wax worms and supermarket plastic bags: 40 minutes and holes appeared in the plastic, 12 hours and the mass of the plastic was reduced by 92 milligrams, the CBC reported in their article, “Discovery of plastic-eating caterpillar could prove a boon in waste disposal.” Further research will need to be done to figure out exactly how the caterpillar breaks down the plastic as the molecular bonds are very stable, which is why plastic doesn’t break down easily in nature. Thus, researchers’ best guess currently is that the wax worm has an enzyme that can break the bonds in this molecular structure: a structure, which actually resembles wax. According to plastic-pollution.org, 299 million tons of plastics were produced in 2013, a four percent increase from 2012. So, if there’s that much plastic being produced where is it all going? Do all of you recycle absolutely every plastic item possible? If the answer is no, then not all of that plastic is coming from recycled material, especially if the amount produced is increasing. So, we continue to consume items in plastic containers and we don’t recycle all of them, where does that go? A landfill, the side of the road, in the oceans? Although we should be finding a different way to package items, just think about all of the consumer products that come in plastic packaging: food, drink, toys, etc… Almost everything comes in some form of plastic and nothing can really be done about it. However, people are creatures of habit and to make a change that substantial would be very difficult. I have a hard enough time remembering to bring a reusable cloth bag or my backpack when I go grocery shopping. So, we definitely need to be more conscious of the amount of plastic we are using and making sure we recycle it if we are, that’s including myself; but, at least there’s been a discovery which could help to lessen our sometimes careless nature.
Because there’s more to come The number of NHL playoff games that have gone into overtime already this year have resulted in some rather late nights for fans. I think I am going to have to find more eastern teams to cheer for next year since some of the west coast overtime games have stretched my limits. Overtime. When your favorite team heads into extra time it Shelley Luedtke can be the pinnacle of sporting excitement. Overtime. When the boss announces that the work at hand is going to require additional time it can be an economic bonus or the peak of frustration depending on how it impacts other areas of life. Overtime. When a supervisor wonders why a project has run overtime (paralleled likely by over budget) it can cause tension and raise questions that demand answers. Overtime. It occurs when the timeframe set aside to complete something is over. It has come to an agreed-upon conclusion, but the result is still up in the air. More time is needed. More time to compete, to work, to figure things out, and to reach a conclusion--for better or for worse. Overtime is an unknown quantity; a scenario in which anything can happen. There are certainly areas of our lives that can come with more than we bargained for. We can be overwhelmed, overjoyed, overwrought, overcome, or experience over-abundance. It’s more than we can comprehend or deal with in the moment. It is beyond what we feel we can handle right now. It can simply be too much of something, whether good or bad. But perhaps there are lessons to be gleaned from approaches taken to overtime. When a team is heading into an extra frame, coaches will speak to their players about getting back to the basics. They are reminded to focus on the little things and do them well--to not try and get too fancy but to remember the fundamentals; to not think about the next game but keep a laser Kelly Running Editor Reporter/Photographer
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focus on this one. When a boss requires overtime hours it could force employees to look at how things are done and come up with new ways to save time, streamline operations, or determine what extra staffing might be needed. When a project runs over budget and overtime it might be the impetus to look at how the plans could be approached differently and what changes need to occur to bring the project in line. These are things that could be applied in other areas of our life. When we feel overwhelmed by responsibilities we need to strip things down and get back to basics. We need to see what is absolutely necessary and what needs to happen right now. To not get ahead of ourselves but to focus on what needs doing today and releasing what can wait for another day. And when we are overwrought we can maybe peel back the layers and focus solely, if only temporarily, on what’s in your zone and not all the consequent affects--not yet. We can’t solve everything at once, but instead we can put our attention to the fundamental issue and just do what we can for the time being. Maybe, just maybe, we can let someone else carry the ball for a while. The feeling of being overjoyed might not be quite so fleeting if we took a closer look at the individual players bringing that joy into our lives and focused more clearly on each one. And the recognition of over-abundance is perhaps best met with a game plan of simply passing much of it along. Imagine if we approached more things in our life in the same way athletes approach overtime. We would bring an excitement, an intensity and yes, even a bit of nervous apprehension, but it would be at a level that gets the heart pumping and the blood racing. That would be so much better than complacency, disinterest or perceived helplessness with the situation at hand. Because there’s more to come. So let’s suit up and be ready. Perhaps if we approached a few more things as if we were going into overtime we just might see that what happens next is as unpredictable, exciting and potentially life-impacting as anything that came before. That’s my outlook.
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The double chin birthright
We are all so critical of ourselves; our own toughest judges. Whether this is something just ingrained in the human psyche, or something we are taught when we watch and listen to our parents as they repeatedly show dissatisfaction about some aspect of their lives, I’m not sure. All I know is that you would be Jocelyn Hainsworth hard-pressed to find a single human on the face of the Earth who doesn’t wish they were taller, or shorter, fairer or more tanned, had straighter teeth or curlier hair ... the list goes on and on. Give us a mirror and we will find something that could use tweaking. The thing is though, that we tend to be the only ones who see these things. If we lived in a world where no one had ever invented mirrors we would be free of this obsession with details that worry us so much. If we didn’t spend hours in front of our reflections we wouldn’t even know that we had freckles or a unibrow. Our eyes would only look outward. We would be much more at peace with who we are. Another thing that would be a definite help would be skipping the invention of photoshopped pictures. If we only had to compare our looks with other real life people everyone’s egos would be better off. By the time someone is my age they have pretty
much decided they are unsatisfied with nearly everything about themselves. I was introduced to my first physical insecurity by a casual remark my mother made probably before I was ten. My hair colouring was very fair at the time and all she said was that when I was old enough to wear makeup I would need to darken my eyebrows because they were practically invisible. She meant no malice I am sure, but off I went to a mirror to confirm this deformity of mine. For the next period of my life I tried to grow my bangs long enough to hide the fact that I didn’t possess eyebrows. From there I moved on to thinking my nose belonged on a much bigger face that I had. In order to be sure of this I had to use two mirrors and stand just right to get a clear profile shot of what I came to think of as my gigantic schnoz. I attempted to grow my hair even longer to hide this hideous defect. When it came to my attention that most of the women in the family had what they called a ‘double chin’ and every single one of them considered it a curse I knew I was hooped – if I grew my hair long enough to hide that too I was never going to be able to see anything ever again. This was about the time that The Addams Family were on TV and Cousin Itt fascinated me ... what deformities was he/she hiding under all that hair? What probably saved me from being a complete recluse were a couple random and surprise compliments from two different people about how straight my teeth were and what a pretty smile I had. Such
a simple little thing really, but what an impact it had – I can still tell you who these people were and where I was when the comments were made. Never discount the power of positive reinforcement; I came out from behind my curtain of hair and started smiling; it was life changing. I don’t run through a checklist of possible flaws when I meet someone new. They are not judged on size/shape/colouring/texture, their looks are merely what they look like – an individual whose unique features will help me keep them straight from all the others I’ve got stored in my memory banks. And I’m almost positive that’s what they will think of my face too – that it’s just the way I look. It’s so handy that we aren’t just carbon copies of magazine perfection, when you think about it. These rambling thoughts I’m sharing with you are inspired by the newest person I’ve just met. We’ve recently been gifted with a most breath-takingly beautiful grand daughter and as I sat and gazed at her exquisite tiny face I was reminded of a photograph of me at the same age. I went home and found it – sure enough, there it was ... the very same dainty little double chin... the female family heirloom in yet another generation. The very fact that a body that doesn’t quite weigh seven pounds still can manage a double chin tells me that it’s not an excess of padding but something absolutely meant to be a part of her, just as much as her fingers and toes are. And she’s perfect just the way she is. We all are.
Free birds I am happy to report, we found the rogue calf and with the help of some wonderful neighbors, we could catch her and haul her to the place where she becomes someone else’s problem. Thank goodness, she is gone, talk about a load off our shoulders! Anyway! So, I am going onto the better Krystyn Gillies half of two and a half weeks, fighting some kind of plague of a cold. It has been a terrible winter for sickness and I cannot wait for summer, where hopefully we will get back our good immunities and enjoy the warmth. The toddler has been sick too, which makes for not very good stories but she has still certainly kept us on our toes. When we dropped off the calf at the auction mart last weekend, we all went to visit some of our in-laws who live near by. They have a bit of a funny farm, so it was neat to see what the toddler thought of it all. When we first showed up, their free-range chickens were of course free ranging. This doesn’t bother any of us, but the toddler immediately wanted picked up. She seems to have this irrational fear of birds that aren’t in a cage. A few weeks ago, my husband and I were in the chicken house, filling the feed pails and topping up the water when the toddler emerged from around the corner and stood in front of the open doors. A few birds mingled amongst each other, causing a few to squawk quite loudly. Well, you would have thought the world was ending as we knew it. The toddler screamed a terrified scream and immediately began to cry hysterically. The poor thing just couldn’t handle the thought of birds getting too close to her. Don’t even get me started on the parrot she spotted last week, I’ve never seen her run so fast. Anyway, at the in-law’s place, there are quite a few birds out and about and the poor child just clung to whoever would hold her. After a while, we wandered over to the goats and fed them some hay for a while; and since the goats and a few birds were behind a fence, everything was peachy. When we were all finished up, we headed back to the yard to play with her cousins. My sister-in-law and I were talking and I mentioned something I had in the truck, so I ran over there to get it, leaving the door open, as I was coming right back. After we discussed whatever we were talking about, I walked around the door to find a HUGE red rooster standing on my driver’s seat. He
just stood there and looked at me like I was the one out of place. I laughed and scooped him off the seat and shut the door, thankful the toddler hadn’t been close by to witness that. She may have never gotten back in the truck again! An hour or two had gone by since the first interaction with the free rangers, so things were looking a bit better in terms of the toddler and birds being in the same yard. My mom and dad had come with us, since we had some tax papers to sign, so my dad had taken her around the yard a few times, holding her hand but intentionally walking past the birds a few times to see if he could get her used to them. She only whined for a minute or two but by the end, she would walk
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past them without running away. I consider that a win! It didn’t help with the fact that her cousins brought were almost every chicken to “pet”, which she would do no such thing; but the fact that she tried is huge. I like to think that if we ever decided to be brave enough to free range our birds, that she would get used to them more, but for now I think they will stay safe and alive in their pens. Who knows! Maybe we will start up our own funny farm some day, (I can see my husband reading this and shaking his head no), but I think it would be fun! We will keep working on the idea of desensitizing the child to unfenced or uncaged animals in preparation! Stay tuned!
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Local youth make Selects teams Kelly Running Observer Staff
Hockey is the great Canadian pastime and for four young players from the southeast it’s a passion. Their abilities and attitudes led them to making a Selects Hockey Development spring hockey team. The Selects program is operated by Legacy Global Sports and was brought to the area by Donna Allan. Originally the company ran a 2007 and 2008 team, which has grown to include teams with youth born in 2006 and 2009, as well as a 2008 girls’ team. Allan has worked with Legacy since 2014 with Travis Howe – Gordie Howe’s grandson. Travis is the Global Hockey Director with Legacy and Legacy is the largest AAA banner in Saskatchewan. Tristan Brownridge (Arcola), Kobe Wotta (Arcola), Reeve Waugh (Carlyle), Chase Himmelspach (Carlyle), Turner Knockeart (Manor), Mason Barta (Carlyle), Chase Robertson (Carlyle), and Ty Fehrenbach (Carlyle) were chosen to play for the Selects. Brownridge and Waugh made the 2008 team, Wotta and Himmelspach earned spots on the 2007 team, while Knockeart, Barta, Robertson, and Fehrenbach earned spots on the 2006 team after participating in tryouts held over the 2016 Christmas break. Local coaches Wade Robertson and Tyler Fehrenbach, both of Carlyle, are also coaching the 2016 team. Making the team brings with it development programs throughout the year for the boys, but they are also entered into tournaments across western Canada. Their first tournaments were held over the weekend of April 21 – 23 in Brandon, Manitoba. They will also compete in Winnipeg on May 11-14, Saskatoon on May 19-21 and June 8-11, as well as their final tournament in Whistler on July 4-6. The So far ofCarlyle the experience, Brownridge says his favourite part is “Making so many new friends; they Observer all like to play hockey and sports as much as I do!” agreed withIn Brownridge that making new IsWotta Available friends and getting the opportunity to play with new Downloadable teammates has been fantastic. Although their season has just really began, all PDF Form. of the local youth are looking forward to more time on the ice doing what they love to do and time to www.carlyleobserver.com enjoy with new friends.
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The 2006 Selects team has numerous youth from the southeast on it as they play spring hockey. Back Row: Wade Robertson and Tyler Fehrenbach (coaches). Middle Row: Chaunce Jack (Indian Head), Turner Knockeart (Manor), Rylen Hansen (Oxbow), Jakson Hansen (Glen Ewen), Mason Barta (Carlyle), Ryder Mathison (Oxbow), Kegan Ksenych (Corning), and Logan Stewart (Carnduff). Front Row: Brock Axten (Minton), Kolten Shulhauser (Alida), Talys Brock (Oxbow), Chase Robertson (Carlyle), Ty Fehrenbach (Carlyle), Ben McCarthey (Corning), and Matty Fornwald (Lampman).
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Matthews top rookie? It’s not automatic
By Bruce Penton Judging by the stats the two leading players put up, the voting for the 2016-17 Calder Trophy, given to the best rookie in the National Hockey League, should be razor
thin between Auston Matthews of Toronto and Patrik Laine of Winnipeg. If you’re a Torontonian, or who happens to live somewhere in the Golden Triangle of Ontario, you laugh at the notion that the vote will be close. Matthews is a slam-dunk winner in the minds of Eastern Canadians, based on his 40-goal season (the only rookie to hit that mark, and second-most in the entire league) and pi-
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A lot happened “While the Lights Were Out” Kelly Running Observer Staff
“While the Lights were Out” many nefarious acts took place, but the butler didn’t do it. The Cornerstone Theatre group brought the play by Jack Sharkey to life on the stage of the Carlyle Memorial Hall with dinner theatres on Friday, April 28, and Saturday, April 29, with a matinee show on Sunday, April 30. All proceeds from the performances and dinners go back into supporting the Carlyle Memorial Hall. Recently this has included renovations to the ladies washroom in the theatre, which now has an extra stall as well as being wheel chair accessible, with work done by Paul Twietmeyer. The whodunit murder mystery farce had the crowd laughing and wondering who could have committed an act of murder… or two murders? The play opened on Lord and Lady Wickenham (David Slykhuis and Colleen Easton) at their estate in Bermuda where they were to host a number of individuals including their son – Algernon (Monte McNaughton), his fiancé – a fashion mogul – Bibi Cavendish (Bertha Isleifson), a French sail-
or – Pierre Pourri, family – Fredonia Custardine (Heather Vermeersch) and Chloe Custardine (Bryanne Forcier), as well as Jasmine Perdoo (Denise Singleton) a woman from the southern United States. While Lord and Lady Wickenham await their guests, a troubling knock at the door is answered by the butler, Roderick Remley (Don Carter), who ushers in Chief Inspector Benjamin Braddock (Jesse Twietmeyer) and his associate Alma Threedle (Mel Gessell). A note had arrived for Braddock to be sent to the house; the note was in a Calypso style pointing to the Jamaican maid, Mimosa (Sandra Campbell). Although, this presents Braddock’s first befuddled inference, that it must have been Nancy Stafford (Debbie Sorensen), as she comes in to speak with Lady Wickenham in a strange tongue . . . as the Chief Inspector accuses Nancy, she moistens her lips and explains that she’s been licking stamps all day and her tongue was simply dry. As the play progresses the audience, along with Jasmine Perdoo, discovers numerous lies and affairs amongst the characters that have all come to the estate.
Then when the lights flicker off, then on due to a storm the stage is set for the detectives to solve a murder. During the blackout gunfire rang out, a painting is stolen and replaced with a forgery, a bloody message is seen above the victims desk, and a mysterious blonde woman (Candy Bye) is standing next to the body holding a bloody knife. Yet, when the detective checks the body of the dead man – Lord Wickenham – it is discovered he had been strangled. To calm her nerves Jasmine Perdoo downs a glass of bourbon and clutching her throat, drops to the floor, dead. As theories and accusations are unravelled and mysteries solved, we are introduced to Mimosa’s fiancé –Tom Groggins – who she was to run away with. Throughout the play, Braddock develops numerous theories which prove to be wrong. Thankfully Braddock has Threedle with him, who is writing a novel, and wants her lead detective to not be a bumbling fool, thus often takes over the reveal or explains to him first, so he is able to unveil what has happened. As they recreate what happened during the blackout, it is discovered that only one mur-
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der took place, despite Pourri’s best efforts. Lord Wickenham was resuscitated after Pourri attempted to strangle him when he was being moved from the room. It had been Lord Wickenham’s plan to fake his murder, so he would not be in the room when, Jasmine Perdoo drank the cyanide laced bourbon as Miss Perdoo knew about Lord Wickenham’s torrid affair with Bibi Cavendish – his son’s fiancé. In the end Threedle solves the case, while happiness comes to Remley and Mimosa, Algernon and Chloe, and the mysterious blonde and Braddock. With misdirection and comedy, the play provided great entertainment to all that attended and would not have been possible without the cast and crew: Director – Dianne Twietmeyer; Stage Manager – Craig Savill; Prompter – Terry Field; Lights and Sound – Doug Waldner; Make-up – Karla Pearson; Set Construction – Paul Twietmeyer, Craig Savill, Shannon Klatt, Dianne Twietmeyer, and Jesse Twietmeyer; Set Decoration – Terri Field and Marylin Carter. For both the seasoned veterans (cast and crew) of Cornerstone Theatre productions and those who took the stage for the first time, there is a lot of talent and ability among them which made for another successful and enjoyable show.
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As Chief Inspector Benjamin Braddock (Jesse Twietmeyer), second from right, explains what happened “While the Lights were Out,” his associate, Alma Theedle (Mel Gesell) far right, threatens those that keep interrupting the big unveil: Lady Monica Wickenham (Colleen Easton) far left, Nancy Stafford (Debbie Sorensen) second from left, and Bibi Cavendish (Bertha Isleifson) centre.
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Bibi Cavendish (Bertha Isleifson), a fashion mogul, makes an entrance… to which she discovers she was introduced to an empty room and her flashy entrance was wasted. Photos by Kelly Running
Lord Clive Wickenham (David Slykhuis) was strangled to death; here his son Algernon (Monte McNaughton) moves the body, while the guests, Clive’s wife (Colleen Easton – seated left), and the butler (Don Carter – seated right) are rather unaffected by the dreadful man’s death.
Mimosa (Sandra Campbell) and Tom Groggins (David Slykhuis) sit listening to an explanation of the night’s events.
“While the Lights were Out” a bullet fires, a painting is stolen, a mysterious blonde appears holding a bloodied knife, and a murder… by strangulation. Here dimwitted detective Benjamin Braddock (played by Jesse Twietmeyer) checks for a pulse on Lord Clive Wickenham (David Slykhuis). From left to right: Unidentified Blonde (Candy Bye), Fredonia Custardine (Heather Vermeersch – seated), Jasmine Perdoo (Denise Singleton), Chloe Custardine (Bryanne Forcier), Bibi Cavendish (Bertha Isleifson – seated and partially hidden), Lady Monica Wickenham (Colleen Easton – seated), Algernon (Monte McNaughton), and Pierre Pourri (Lane Easton).
Guests of Lord and Lady Wickenham chat prior to the nefarious events that occurred “While the Lights were Out.” Back Row: Jasmine Perdoo – Denise Singleton, Chloe Custardine – Bryanne Forcier, and Algernon Wickenham (Monte McNaughton). Front Row: Fredonia Custardine – Heather Vermeersch, Bibi Cavendish – Bertha Isleifson, and Lady Monica Wickenham – Colleen Easton.
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A tribute to the Canadians who fought for peace and freedom over the last 150 years In Canada’s capital city, the National War Memorial stands as a tribute to all Canadians who served our country during times of war. Every year on Remembrance Day, veterans, soldiers and civilians come together at this landmark to formally honour the many men and women who valiantly fought for the cause of peace and freedom throughout our nation’s history. The National War Memorial—titled The Response—was originally unveiled to the public in 1939 to commemorate the Canadian soldiers who died in service during the First World War. In 1982, the monument was rededicated to also honour those who served in World War II and the Korean War. It was rededicated once again in 2014, this time to commemorate all Canadians who ever served and ever will serve Canada during times of war. There are five sets of dates inscribed on the cenotaph, each representing one of the five major conflicts in which Canada has been involved. The South African War (1899–1902) Also called the Boer War, this conflict between the British and Dutch descendants in South Africa marked Canada’s first official participation in an overseas war. More than 7,000 troops were dispatched, many of whom fought in key battles. Canada suffered 267 fatalities in the Boer War. World War I (1914–1918) More than 650,000 men and women from Canada and Newfoundland fought in WWI. More than 66,000 died and another 172,000 were wounded in battle. Significant contributions to efforts at Passchendaele, Vimy Ridge and Ypres, among many others, led to Canada’s inclusion in the Treaty of Versailles. Many believe this was a turning point in the development of a national Canadian identity, a notion that began to solidify as a result of our immense sacrifice during this war. World War II (1939–1945) Over the course of WWII, more than 1.1 million Canadians and Newfoundlanders served in uniform as part of the Allied war effort. More than 45,000 died and 55,000 were wounded. Given our scant population of 11 million at the time, this contribution is all the more substantial. The Korean War (1950–1953) The 26,000 Canadian troops who fought in the Korean War made up one of the largest contributions (in proportion to total population) of all United Nations countries involved. Canada lost 516 soldiers during the conflict. The Afghanistan War (2001–2014) The military operations in Afghanistan that stemmed from the September 11, 2001 terror attacks saw Canada’s largest deployment of soldiers since WWII. More than 40,000 men and women from across the country risked their lives in Afghanistan, and 158 perished. In addition to military activities, Canadians helped rebuild schools and distribute supplies to affected populations throughout the 13-year intervention.
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Spring thaw reveals litter strewn everywhere Kelly Running Observer Staff
Every year in the spring, when the snow melts away, we’re left with the garbage that’s been discarded and stuck in the snow, which sits along the side of the road or blows in the wind. It’s a disappointing sight as it means people are tossing garbage out their window without regard for nature. It was a disappointing day for a local nature lover last week on Friday, April 28. In the spring, each year, she heads out to pick garbage along Moose Mountain Provincial Park’s Christopher Trail. Seeing the amount of litter tossed in the park is frustrating for her as it is not difficult to dispose of items properly: whether through recycling or to a trash container which is sent to a disposal site. Fifteen facts about littering (www.conserve-energy-future.com) 1. It can create roadway accidents as vehicles attempt to avoid the debris 2. It is bad for the pocket book as you can be fined for littering. In Saskatchewan littering is prohibited, meaning “no person shall discard, or abandon or cause to be discarded or abandoned or allow to be discarded or abandoned, any waste: (a) on any land that is owned by another person or the Crown; or (b) into or on any water.” (The Environmental Management and Protection Act) The amount is determined on a case by case basis by a judge, but starts with a first offence at $200 for a person and $2,000 for a company. 3. The most common form of litter whether household, industrial, or construction waste is packaging. 4. Litter is a fire hazard. 5. It’s expensive as money is spent on cleaning litter up. 6. Litter has the potential to kill plants and animals: can the animal get caught in it, is it poisonous, etc… 7. On average, everyone has littered at some point in their life as they were unable to find a disposal site. 8. Litter can travel and doesn’t just affect where it
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While out to pick up discarded litter along Christopher Trail, this was a sight for sore eyes when an individual from Kenosee came upon it. The amount of litter appears as though someone simply dumped all of their garbage out, including a mop and bucket (lower left), in the bush. has been tossed. It may travel via the wind or water systems in an area moving to a new location. 9. Cigarette butts are often tossed, but they take approximately 10 years to decompose, and are also a fire hazard if not put out properly. 10. A variety of reasons why people litter include simply being lazy and not wanting to carry their garbage out, they don’t realize the affects of littering, the garbage bins are too full, or simply don’t care. 11. The most commonly littered objects are fast food wrappers, paper, aluminium, glass, and plastic. 12. Litter can affect water quality. 13. Litter is able to be controlled because it is a human created issue. If people chose to stop littering
Gathered and separated, a nature lover from Kenosee was disappointed to discover so much litter strewn along Christopher Trail. there would be very little garbage found discarded. 14. It’s visually unpleasant. 15. Reducing litter is a three step process: stop littering, pick up litter, and report if you see someone littering. Oftentimes people in vehicles decide to toss items out of the car. Instead of doing this bring along a small bag to place your garbage in for the journey and toss it out once you reach your destination. If out walking or hiking, pack out what you pack in and leave nothing but footprints behind. Overall, simply ensure that your garbage and recycling makes it into the proper bin.
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Badminton Next Generation Boot Camp Focus on Careers Registration Opens Monday, April 10th at 9:00AM. We are pleased to be able offer the Early Safety Training Program (ESTP) at no cost to our Grade 11 and 12 SECPSD students for 2017. The in-class portions of the ESTP training are currently scheduled to occur from May 6th to 8th 2017, at three locations across SECPSD; Estevan, Weyburn and Moosomin. Students have the option of registering for any one of the three locations.Next Generation Boot Camp Focus on Careers - Registration Opens Monday, April 10th at 9:00AM. We are pleased to be able offer the Early Safety Training Program (ESTP) at no cost to our Grade 11 and 12 SECPSD students for 2017. The in-class portions of the ESTP training are currently scheduled to occur from May 6th to 8th 2017, at three locations across SECPSD; Estevan, Weyburn and Moosomin. Students have the option of registering for any one of the three locations.GFK badminton has both junior and senior teams practicing twice a week and taking part in tournaments and exhibition games. Important dates : Junior Badminton Pre-districts – Tuesday, May 2nd , Districts – Saturday, May 6th, Senior Badminton Pre-districts – Tuesday, April 25th , Districts – Saturday, April 29th , Regionals – Saturday, May 6th, Provincials – Saturday, May 13th. Congratulations to Gracie and Sam, Aaron and Delan, and Makenna and Haylee who participated in district badminton on Saturday. They played great badminton all weekend. Good job guys. The track team is busy practising and preparing for the season. After an incredibly successful 2016, they are hoping to bring home some banners again
this year. The SLT held a very successful “Tropical Dance” on the weekend. The students had a lot of fun dancing in the gym, dressing up at the photo booth, and hanging out with friends. Four members of our Student Leadership Team are fundraising to go to the National Student Leadership Conference in Waterloo, Ontario, this fall. They will be hosting a Paint Night on Monday, May 1st in the art room. The first session at 4:00 will be for youth, while the second session at 6:30 is for adults. Tickets are $40 and can be purchased in advance from Brittany Smoliak, Makenna Morrison, Gracie Schutz, or Sydney Flynn. They will also be hosting a Community BBQ on GFK’s front lawn on Friday, May 5th from noon until 1 pm. Hamburgers, hotdogs, cookies, and drinks will be for sale and all proceeds will go to their trip to Waterloo. For parents and students looking for more information about careers and post-secondary options, we encourage they check out the website www.saskcareers.ca for aptitude tests, career descriptions, post-secondary information, scholarships, and much more. Have you forgotten your HomeLogic password? You may now click on the “Forget Password” link to retrieve it. Visit our HomeLogic page for additional information. Parents are reminded to continue to use the Home Logic Parent Portal to keep up with their children’s grades and attendance. Parents can contact the school for information about how to set up access. All your school news can be found on the GF Kells website on the Southeast Cornerstone School Division website under the “schools” tab. (http:// www.cornerstonesd.ca/school/GFKells)
Maryfield Sunrise Villa News Appreciation to Doris Erickson and Charlotte Kovachs for the outing we had to the library. We saw some quilts done by Lorna Sweeting and works by Joe Cornforth. Mary and Sharon Thiessen took us for a ride out to Bob and Mary’s farm to see the goats and gese. Then on to Smith’s farm to walk with the little lambs. It was a good trip. Friday the 28th was movie and popcorn night. The movie we
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Upcoming Events Sunday, May 14th - Mother’s Day Brunch, 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Kisbey Rec. Centre. Adults $12.00; 6-12 $6.00. Sponsored by Moose Mountain Elks #483. 50-3 Saturday, May 20th - 4th Annual Town-wide Garage Sale, Carlyle, SK, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mark your sale with balloons. Register your sale by Wednesday, May 17 send email to: jgmartel@sasktel.net 50-4
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS Estate of Arthur Marinus Steffensen Who died on May 15, 2014. If you have a claim against this estate you must file your claim by June 12, 2017 and provide details of your claim to: C.K. MacKenzie 42 Aberdare Way NE Calgary, AB T2A 6V5 If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.
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SLYKHUIS: In loving remembrance of Larry John Slykhuis who passed away May 3, 2016. No one knows how much we miss you. No one knows the bitter pain We suffered, since we lost you Life has never been the same. In our hearts your memory lingers. Sweetly tender, fond and true there is not a day that we do not think of you. Sadly missed by Wife Lorain, Sons John and family Rob and family Daughter Jean and family 51-1
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Saturday, May 6th - You are invited to Celebrate the 60th Wedding Anniversary of Rene & Mary Debusschere. Stoughton Legion 7:00 pm for coffee and cake. No gifts or cards please. 50-2 Saturday, May 27th - Garage sale, Wauchope Church basement, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lunch available. Rent is $15/table. Phone Angele at 306-452-3857. Sponsored by St. Regis CWL. 51-4
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Mobile/Manufactured Homes
CANADIAN MANUFACTURED MODULAR HOMES -multi section, single section, lake houses, and duplex family units LARGE INVENTORY TO CHOOSE FROM OR FACTORY ORDER TO YOUR SPECIFICATIONS Selling and Servicing Across Western Canada for Over 40 Years! 1.800.249.3969 Check out our inventory at www.medallion-homes.ca Hwy 2 South Prince Albert
Apartments/Condos for Rent INDEPENDENT ADULT LIVING apartments in Martensville, SK. Spend your retirement years in a community close to family/friends in the Saskatoon area that has large city services and small town safety and charm. 1 and 2 bedroom suites available. More information at www.chateauvilla.ca www.chateauvilla.ca, 306-281-4475 or chateauvilla@sasktel.net.
Suites For Rent FOR RENT: 2 bedroom suite in Manor fully furnished. Internet, satellite T.V. Huge very private deck would make excellent Office space. Also 1 Bedroom bachelor suite available. Lots of Parking. Please call for more info: 306448-2116. 51-4
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HEATED CANOLA WANTED!! - GREEN CANOLA - SPRING THRASHED - DAMAGED CANOLA FEED OATS WANTED!! - BARLEY, OATS, WHT - LIGHT OR TOUGH - SPRING THRASHED HEATED FLAX WANTED!! HEATED PEAS HEATED LENTILS "ON FARM PICKUP" Westcan Feed & Grain 1-877-250-5252
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35+ NEW PRODUCTS ADDED THIS YEAR. HERBICIDES, PESTICIDES, FUNGICIDES, SEED TREATMENTS. CALL OR VISIT US ONLINE FOR MORE DETAILS. 306.477.4007 info@gng.ag www.GNG.ag FORAGE SEED FOR SALE: Organic & conventional: Sweet Clover, Alfalfa, Red Clover, Smooth Brome, Meadow Brome, Crested Wheatgrass, Timothy, etc. Free Delivery! Birch Rose Acres Ltd. 306-863-2900. NORTH EAST PRAIRIE GRAIN INC. Currently Buying: Soybeans, Feed Wheat, Barley, Oats & Spring Thrashed Grain. OFFERING: Competitive Prices, On Farm Pickup & Prompt Payment! CALL: 1306-873-3551, WEBSITE: neprairiegrain.com
Career Opportunities
NOW HIRING Lease operators to help service our expanding customer base in MB, SK, AB and ND. We offer dedicated dispatch, well maintained equipment, on-site wash and full service facility with qualified technicians, in-house training, and a very competitive compensation package. All dispatched miles paid. FAST card or passport required Contact: 204-571-0187 or email recruiting@renaissancetrans.ca
Heavy Duty Mechanic
required for preventative maintenance, repair & service of heavy equipment fleet. Journeyman with min. 5 year exp with CAT, JD and heavy trucks. Both camp and shop locations. Service truck and accommodations provided. Wage negotiable. Send resume and work references to: Bryden Construction and Transport Co. Inc., Box 100, Arborfield, Sk. S0E 0A0; Fax: 306-769-8844 Email: brydenconstruct@ xplornet.ca www. brydenconstruction andtransport.ca
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GET UP TO $40,000 from the Government of Canada. Do you or someone you know Have any of these Conditions? ADHD, Anxiety, Arthritis, Asthma, Cancer, COPD, Depression, Diabetes, Difficulty Walking, Fibromyalgia, Irritable Bowels, Overweight, Trouble Dressing...and Hundreds more. ALL Ages & Medical Conditions Qualify. CALL SASKATCHEWAN BENEFITS 1-(800)-211-3550
Affordable 3 bedroom home available in Buchanan, SK with finished basement, attached 2 car garage and large storage shop on 1/2 acre. $84000. ComFree listing #635676. Call owner 306-5719297.
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Steel Buildings / Granaries STEEL BUILDING SALE ...”MEGA MADNESS SALE!” 20X23 $5,780. 25X25 $6,312. 30X31 $8,175. 33X35 $9,407. One End Wall Included. Check Out www.pioneersteel.ca for more prices. Pioneer Steel 1-855-212-7036
Alida News Submitted by Edel Cowan
The Alida Community extends sincere sympathy to the family of Muriel (Harper) Truman who passed away April 27 at the age of 83 years. She and her late husband Allan farmed in the Wauchope area where they raised their five daughters. A memorial service will be held in Manor on Monday, May 1. Condolences are also extended to all family members (including the Harrison and Harper families). On April 28 members of the Alida Housing Authority met at #362 Café where they held a regular housing meeting and later recognized Glenda Nielsen for her past years of volunteer service on the board. Glenda received a commemorative clock from the Saskatchewan Housing Corporation in recognition of 10 years of volunteer service with the Alida Housing Authority. The presentation was made by Chairperson Brenda Junk and delicious lunch was enjoyed by everyone. There were many folks at the Moose Creek Regional Park on Sunday, April 30 to choose their seasonal campsites. Good luck folks hope all went well for you and lots of fun this coming camping season at the dam. John Cowan left the Cowan farm May 1 for Regina where he will visit with his granddaughter’s husband for
a couple of days before heading back to his home at Hillcrest Mines, Alberta. Enjoyed your visit and safe travelling John. Welcome to May folks – gosh where does the time go? The weather is taking its sweet old time in becoming nice and warm, sure keeps itself cool once the sun goes down and that dear old wind likes to keep things cool as well. Oh well we’ll likely be complaining that it’s too warm before too long – never satisfied. Looks real nice to see the grass turning green and buds on the trees, they’ll be in full leaf before we know it. Everyone seems to be getting itchy fingers to get digging in the dirt. A little fieldwork was started at the Cowan farm this past weekend, just digging around the wet spots and fortunately didn’t get stuck. Yes sir the busy seeding season will be in full swing before too long. Take care out there guys on that big machinery. Once again folks a reminder to please contact me with your news – either call (306-443-2496) or text (306-485=8561) or e-mail (g.cowan@ sasktel.net) – I appreciate your hearing from you. Until next time – Keep smiling – Think positive – Drive safely and Take care.
Wawota News Submitted by Myrna Olson
David and Nicki Ford and their family, Rochelle Friesen,Kelton,Zoey, Jaime and Scott Finlay,Jordi and Paul and Tenille Ford, Emery enjoyed a week’s holiday at Disney World in Orlando, Florida during the Easter break. Moe and Saundra Corkish spent last weekend at Neepawa visiting with Saundra’s cousins, Roy and Wendy Link. Earlier in the month they spent an extended weekend at Muenster visiting with Keith and Lori Hinz and family. The Lion’s annual fish fry held recently served over 275 people. This is a popular event for many. Dennis and Vicki Beauchesne have returned home after spending several months in Sun City, Arizona. Happy birthday to Scott Haines who was feted at a 60th birthday surprise party. Family and friends joined at the Legion Club Rooms for snacks and cake on Apr. 22 for this event.
Tom and Cheryl Weatherald have returned home from a two-week holiday in Anaheim and Santa Monica, California. They attended several hockey and ball games while there. The Wawota Acting Company performed several short skits at their 11th annual presentation
on Sunday, Apr. 23. The 19 performers provided lots of laughs and raised $2150.00 for World Vision. Congratulations on this excellent effort! Sympathy to John and Pauline White and other family members on the passing of Ron Hutchinson of Regina. He was 92 years old and the husband of the late Marion White.
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milestones
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OBITUARIES Alice Roberta “Muriel” Truman August 16, 1933 - April 28, 2017 With family by her side, Muriel passed away peacefully on Friday, April 28, 2017 at the Redvers Health Care Centre, Redvers, Saskatchewan at the age of 83 years. Muriel’s memory will forever be cherished by her 5 daughters and their families, Patricia (Steve) Klap and their son Sam; Isabelle (Ken) Ryde and their children, Grant (Ange), Steven and Ashley (Tyler); Beverley (Dave) Zyla and children, Tara (Paddy), Tess (Dan) and Jillian (Adam); Norma Roberts and Shelly (Marv) MacDonald; sisters in law, Gladys Harper and Kay Truman as well as many nieces, nephews and extended family and friends. Mureil was predeceased by her husband Allan; parents, George and Margret Harper; granddaughter Georgia Klap; step granddaughter Reese Ryde; brothers, Bill, Frank, George and sisters, Ellen Renard, Edna Pickering and Margaret Rose. Muriel was born on August 16, 1933 in Oxbow, Saskatchewan. She grew up in the Auburton and Wauchope area attending the Arthur and Middleburg schools. In 1950 she married Allan Truman and together they farmed near Wauchope and raised five girls. Muriel was a hard worker and loved the farm life. She could get on a tractor, finish cultivating, haul grain and still get meals organized and kids ready for school. She stayed on the farm after Al’s death in 2003 and reluctantly moved to Manor in December 2013 where she enjoyed life there with her sister Margaret and new neighbours and trips to the casino. She was a long standing member of the Manor Legion women’s Auxiliary and a community reporter for the Redvers Optimist. Muriel was a kind and generous person with a big heart. She was a dedicated mother and grandmother with a quick sense of humor. She had a love for cats, enjoyed watching sports, especially curling, golf and the Blue Jays. The Funeral service for Muriel was held on Monday, May 1, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion, Manor, SK with Rev. Michelle Moore officiating. Interment took place at the Manor Cemetery. All were welcome to attend the lunch reception following the interment. In memory of Muriel, memorial donations may be made to the Redvers & District Community Health Care Foundation, PO Box 766 Redvers, SK, S0C 2H0. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Hall Funeral Services, Redvers.
REDVERS UNITED LUTHERAN SHARED MINISTRY Knox United Church-Redvers Dannevirke Lutheran Church-Redvers
SERVICES FOR THE MONTH OF MAY (EVERY SUNDAY)
at Knox United Church Redvers, SK Every Sunday at 10:00 a.m.
Our Lady of Fatima Roman Catholic Church Rev. Father Wilfred B Calinawan Alternate Storthoaks & Bellegarde Saturday.......7:30 pm Sunday.......9:00 a.m. Redvers - Sunday.................10:45 a.m. Anglican Church of Canada Contact Rev. Michelle Moore, (306)577-9704 St. Margaret’s - Manor (Knox United Church)
11:30 a.m. Worship
Redvers Campus “Enhancing life in South-East Saskatchewan” (306) 453-2781 SUNDAY 10:45 am Service Campus Pastors Blair & Debbie Andrew Sr. Pastor Louis Halbgewachs ALL ARE WELCOME
Roman Catholic Oxbow/Cantal/ Carnduff/Carlyle Rev. Father Melchor Somonte Oxbow St. Joseph’s - 9:00 a.m. Cantal St. Raphael’s Saturday- 7:00 p.m. Carnduff St. Jude - 11:00 a.m.
Rev. Father Yodel Cereno
Carlyle Church of Our Lady 11:00 a.m.
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Friday, May 5, 2017
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Member Service Representative (Casual) Alameda, Alida & Gainsborough
Prairie Pride Credit Union is seeking a motivated, energetic individual who enjoys working with the public, is willing to accept new and exciting challenges and work effectively as a team member. Qualifications Include: • Grade 12 Diploma • Must be bondable • Effective listening and telephone skills • Computer and keyboarding skills • Ability to problem solve and provide solutions • Sales experience and background of exceptional customer service are preferred Compensation starts at $20.39/hr. Compensation is provided for periodic travel.
Apply in confidence to:
Kirstin Mathison Deposit Services Supervisor Box 37, Alameda, SK S0C 0A0 E-mail: Kirstin.mathison@prairiepride.cu.sk.ca Closing Date: Until Filled
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Mower Operator
R.M. of Wawken No. 93 The R.M. of Wawken No. 93 is seeking to fill the position of: F/T seasonal Mower Operator. The Mower Operator position starts approximately June 1, 2017. Duties of the mower operator include: mowing ditches & mower maintenance, loader/tractor work, moving/loading of culverts, sign installation & equipment repairs. The position requires: a valid driver’s license, good communication & organizational skills, the ability to follow directions, & the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Mower experience would be an asset. Wages are negotiable based on experience. Applications stating experience, expected salary and references may be submitted to the Municipal Office by 5 p.m. on May 8, 2017. Successful candidates will be contacted for an interview on May 11, 2017.
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MAINTENANCE PERSON VILLAGE OF KENNEDY Have you been looking for that “Right Sales Management Position”? Then we are looking for you!!! Come join a very progressive media company as the REGIONAL SALES MANAGER and grow with us in both traditional media and digital (social) media. Our company has one of the fastest growing digital departments in the country and we are just on the ground floor in Saskatchewan and Manitoba.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
• Assist sales teams with the development of the digital business category in their territories • Achieve monthly, quarterly and annual targets • Ability to clearly articulate the benefits of a digital marketing strategy • Successfully deliver compelling presentations for our digital solutions • Facilitate the development of online strategies for SMB, and medium to large enterprise clients alike • Ability to analyze and report on campaign metrics and secure long term business • Contribute to the success and growth of the sales team and the overall revenue • Proactively review client’s digital footprint and digital business practices to enable needs analysis selling • Exposure or experience with Challenger Sales mindset • Understand best practices as it relates to digital marketing and advertising • Understand the competitive landscape and be able to appropriately position our service relative to competitors
Education, Qualifications and Skills
• Previous sales management experience • Undergraduate degree in Business, Communications or Marketing • Demonstration of strong background in or more of the following: Website development, SEO, SEM, Social Media, Display Advertising, Video and/or Brand Identity • Demonstrated sales leadership and the ability to motivate team members to hit monthly, quarterly and annual sales targets • Google AdWords and Analytics certification is a must • Outstanding verbal and written communication
Personal Qualities
• Self motivated with the ability to find creative resolutions and drive for results • Extremely effective time management • Detail oriented, multi-tasker • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment • Diplomacy; effective listening and public speaking skills • Personable, understanding, objective and honest • Outstanding relationship building skills
To apply for this role, please send cover letter and resume to jambrose@GlacierMedia.ca by May 12, 2017 Only qualified candidates considered for this position will be contacted for an interview.
The Village of Kennedy will be accepting applications for the position of Part Time/Seasonal Maintenance. The successful applicant should be self-motivated and be able to work with minimal supervision. The successful applicant should also be able, or have a willingness, to operate and maintain heavy equipment including, but not limited to, a Versatile bi-directional tractor, a zero turn mower, a skid steer/Bobcat, a three ton truck and a quarter ton truck. A valid Class 5 driver’s licence is a requirement. The majority of the hours of this job would occur from May 1st to September 30th of each year and the hours and days worked are negotiable. The salary and benefits offered would be dependent upon the work experience and qualifications of the applicant. Interested individuals should submit their resumes including references to the Village Office.
Village of Kennedy Box 93, Kennedy, SK S0G 2R0 Email: village.kennedy@sasktel.net Fax:(306)538-4522 Applications for employment will be received up to and including 4:30 pm on Tuesday, May 9th, 2017. The Village of Kennedy would like to thank you for your interest. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. For more information call the Village of Kennedy office during regular office hours of 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Tuesday to Friday at (306)538-2194 or Mayor Linc Brickley at (306)538-4646.
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Field Operator Alida, Saskatchewan May 5, 2017 Reporting to an Area Supervisor, the Field Operator is responsible for the orderly and cost efficient movement of pipeline products. Position Responsibilities: • Responsible for the orderly and cost efficient movement of pipeline products in compliance with acceptable and safe pipeline practices • Track and maintain pigging schedules • With training recognize Abnormal Operating Conditions and perform tasks to resolve the condition • Maintains records of product movements. • Assists with equipment maintenance and troubleshooting as directed • Ensure housekeeping is maintained • Participate in and successfully complete all required technical and safety training Skills and Qualifications: • Minimum grade 12 education or equivalent. • Oilfield experience and mechanical aptitude is an asset. • Possess a valid Class 5 drivers license and a clean driver’s abstract. • Journeyman accreditation is an asset • Requires good interpersonal skills and be a self starter • An effective team player We thank all interested candidates; however, only qualified candidates will be contacted, please submit your resume to careers@teml.com
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DRILLING REPORT
Friday, May 5, 2017
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
EMPLOYMENT Part-time secretary position for Arcola & Kisbey United Church
Lees Oilfield Services
is currently accepting resumes for a full time Equipment Rental/Delivery Technician
Summer Student Position at the Rusty Relics Museum
Approx. 2 hours per week at
$15/hour.
Job duties will involve moving/fueling/maintaining light towers, moving & setting up emergency shower units. Candidate must be hardworking, reliable & responsible. The applicant will be able to work unsupervised or with minimal supervision in traveling to & from lease locations in the Arcola & surrounding area. This position is based out of Arcola with competitive wages relating to previous experience. Please forward resume including one reference via fax: 306-455-2660 or email: lees.sales@sasktel.net. Interviews will be conducted with qualifying applicants.
Museum Assistant
For more information call:
Mid May till the end of August (about 14 weeks)
Elaine Hislop
7 hours a day Monday-Friday
at
306-455-2366 (daytime)
Please send resumes to Ron Paul Box 840, Carlyle, SK S0C 0R0
Moose Mountain Valve is currently accepting
Lees Oilfield Maintenance
SUMMER
STUDENT POSITION
resumes for a full time Valve Maintenance/Installer
Job duties will involve driving picker truck, assist with frac valve installs, moving barricades, hotshotting & rebuilding valves in shop. Candidate must be hardworking, reliable & responsible. 3A or 1A license is preferred, but training can be provided if necessary. The applicant will be able to work unsupervised or with minimal supervision in traveling to & from lease locations in the Arcola & surrounding area.
is currently accepting resumes for one full time & one part time Lease Maintenance Operator Job duties will involve mowing, snow removal, fencing, hotshotting, and operating company semi-truck. Full time position will require 1A license. Candidates should be hardworking, reliable & responsible. Previous experience with equipment will be an asset. The applicants will be able to work unsupervised or with minimal supervision in traveling to & from lease locations in the Arcola & surrounding area. Both positions are based out of Arcola with competitive wages based on experience. Please indicate which position you are applying for: Please forward resume including one reference via fax: 306-455-2660 or email: lees.sales@sasktel.net. Interviews will be conducted with qualifying applicants.
The Carlyle Public Library is looking for a student to run summer literacy programs. This will be for 7 weeks in July and August for 30 hours a week.
This position is based out of Arcola with competitive wages relating to previous experience.
OILFIELD DIRECTORYThe drilling report
Please forward resume including one reference via fax 306-455-2660 or email moosemountainvalve@sasktel.net Interviews will be conducted with qualifying applicants
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The Weyburn Volleyball Club’s 15U team, Rush, played hard in the Sask Volleyball Provincials and earned a silver medal in Div 1 Tier 1, landing them second in the province of 41 teams. On this team includes Shaelen Smith (fifth from left), Faith Nelson (sixth from right), and Emily Nelson (second from right) – all of Carlyle. The team beat the Saskatoon Huskie Volleyball Team – Green to advance to the final where they faced the Swift Current Junior Sundogs: 19-25, 25-8, and 12-15. The team has now set its sights on Nationals in Regina, May 19-21.
Kennedy/Langbank News Submitted by Connie Schwalm So far, this spring has been (relatively speaking) fairly dry. A nice, reasonable rain right now would certainly clean things up and bring out the green in the pastures. That said, the rain will be irritating for the Kennedy-Langbank Girl’s Softball Team.
There were already four games scheduled to take place this week: the regularly scheduled games on Monday and Wednesday and ‘make-up games’ on Saturday and Sunday. Here’s hoping that rain doesn’t cause too much havoc with their schedule. The girls have been
GALLINGER CORRAL CLEANING is hiring Tractor/Spreader operator for the 2017 season.
CARLYLE • WAWOTA
If you are a careful, mechanically inclined, responsible individual. You need apply.
Must have valid drivers’ license
Call Ross at (306) 453-2212
Wilnick Repair Service
HELP WANTED Mechanic/ Mechanic Helper
Carlyle
Call 453-6300 or send resume to Box 937 Carlyle, SK S0C 0R0 or stop in Highway 13, Carlyle
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practicing hard and are looking forward to the games. The Kennedy United Church held their 24th annual Time & Talent Auction at the Community Hall in Kennedy on April 29th. Special prayers for palliative care will be held at St. Ann’s Roman Catholic Church in Kennedy throughout the day (8 am - 8 pm) on Thursday, May 4th. A special ceremony will be held at 8 am to begin prayers and another will take place at 7:30 pm as the prayers end. (While I know that this special event may well be over by the time you read this...I mention it anyway. The week of May 7th - 13th has been designated as National Palliative Care and Hospice Week in Canada. It is hoped that a greater number of Canadians might be encouraged to learn more about palliative and hospice care and appreciate its importance. Events like these special prayers help us to remember that the end of life IS a part of life.) That’s all I have folks. Please feel free to give me a call at 306495-8888 if you have any news that you would like to share with the community.