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The Easter Bunny will make an appearance-in aid of the Carlyle & District Food Bank-at Carlyle’s The Bargain! Shop, Saturday, April 8 at 1 p.m. Along with a chance to meet the Easter Bunny, a donation to the food bank will allow young attendees to participate in an Easter egg hunt. Staff member Betty Jack (pictured), store manager Shannon MacLeod and the entire Bargain! Shop staff are looking forward to welcoming kids from the area to this special event. MacLeod says: “We’re thrilled to support the Carlyle & District Food Bank and we’re looking forward to welcoming the Easter Bunny to our store and especially, helping people in our area who are in need.”

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NEWS - High School Drama Clubs entertain audiences Week of April 16 to 22, 2017 ARIES IN FOCUS - Bertha Isleifson’s dream becomes a reality A big promotion is almost within your reach. If you’re looking for work, an opening in a nearby- See city might COMMENTS what be the beginning of a new adventure.

You’re increasingly restless and need to take a trip. If your loved ones aren’t available, why not travel solo?

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Beware of people who might try to take advantage of your generous nature. Don’t be afraid to ask for the respect you deserve. You know the right things to say to set the record straight.

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hicle will be stolen. This helps determine insurance rates. A lower risk of claims means lower rates; a higher risk of claim means higher rates.

The CLEAR table is used by auto insurers across Canada. In most other jurisdictions, rates for light vehicles are adjusted annually to match updates to the table.

The changes will mean some minor rate adjustments for light vehicles including private passenger vehicles, light farm vehicles and light commercial vehicles. These will be the first changes to vehicle rates in Saskatchewan since 2014.

Rates for 434,000 vehicles will decrease by an average of $2.58/month. Rates for another 406,000 vehicles will increase by an average of $2.75/month with the maximum increase being $12.25/month (for a high-end Ferrari). Approximately 2,000 vehicles will see no change.

SGI customers who want to see how their vehicle’s rate is impacted can visit www.sgi.sk.ca/2017ratechange.

The Saskatchewan Auto Fund is designed to be financially self-sustaining over time. It does not receive money from, nor pay dividends to, the government.

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GFK Junior Drama Club delights audience on road to Regionals Lynne Bell

Observer Staff

The Gordon F. Kells Junior Drama Club wowed a hometown crowd with their production of Dara Murphy’s “They Eat Sunshine, Not Zebras.” The young cast and crew-under the direction of GFK teachers Tom Broccolo and Justine Kyle-entertained a packed house at Carlyle Memorial Hall on Tuesday, March 29, before literally taking the show on the road to compete at the Region One Drama Fest in Oxbow.

Cast members Jason H., Brooke S., Sydney F., Victoria F., J’Naya C., Colby C., Lois B., Kenna H., Brayden H., Kyra C. and Emily B. were assisted by crew members Brittany R. (prompter), Kelly H. (lights/sound) and Tori C. (set design). The play was directed by GFK School teachers Tom Broccolo and Justine Kyle.

The one-act play is a comedic examination of conformity versus individuality and prejudice versus acceptance. The thought-provoking production features a field of green grass- cleverly played by Jason H., Brooke S., Sydney F., Victoria F., J’Naya C., Colby C., Lois B., Kenna H., and Brayden H. They strive for a peaceful, uneventful existence and spend their days striving for standardization-under intermittent threats from the lawn mower.

The blades of grass seek advice from the elderly blade of brown grass (Emily B.) who advises them to banish and eventually destroy Sunny the Dandelion, played by Kyra C. One of the questions the play poses is: “What does it feel like to be different from everyone?”

This, and other themes which are currently relevant were handled by the young cast with a masterful mix of comedy and maturity.

The group has been working on the production since January and part of the Region One Drama Fest judging requirements include not only a pitchperfect performance from student actors but also a seamless (and timed) stage teardown.

“After Oxbow, there will be 12 regions competing in Regina in May,” said GFK Senior Drama director, Kevin Dyck. “We had a great performance here tonight.”

Staff photo by Lynne Bell

The Dara Murphy play uses comedy to examine the conflict between conformity and individuality in a field of grass. T

Staff photo by Lynne Bell

Members of the Gordon F. Kells Junior Drama Club are pictured onstage after taking a well-earned bow following their performance of “They Eat Sunshine, Not Zebras” on Tuesday, March 28 at the Carlyle Memorial Hall. Cast members (not in order) Jason H., Brooke S., Sydney F., Victoria F., J’Naya C., Colby C., Lois B., Kenna H., Brayden H., Kyra C. and Emily B. all shone onstage with the capable assistance of crew members Brittany R. (prompter), Kelly H. (lights/sound) and Tori C. (set design). The play was directed by GFK teachers Tom Broccolo and Justine Kyle.

Staff photo by Lynne Bell

The Gordon F. Kells Junior Drama Club wowed their hometown crowd as they performed Dara Murphy’s “They Eat Sunshine, Not Zebras”- a comedic examination of conformity versus individuality and prejudice versus acceptance.

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Arcola School Drama Club performs “Sixteen in 10 Minutes or Less” Kelly Running Observer Staff

Staff photo by Kelly Running

Back row: Jeff Bohnert, Zack E., Johnathon U., Dawson C., Makayla B., Bailey C., Shaleen F., Dacey F., and Whitney Paul. Middle Row: Keegan H. and Kayla M. Front Row: Joshua J.

Staff photo by Kelly Running

Two students (Keegan H. and Kayla M.), starting at a new school the next day, have met and become friends online.

Arcola School hosted their hometown drama performance on Tuesday, March 28, in preparation for the Region One Drama Festival, which was held in Oxbow on March 31 and April 1.

The Arcola School Senior Drama performed “Sixteen in 10 Minutes or Less,” a suite of short plays by Bradley Hayward. To honour Canada’s 150th anniversary this year, the Saskatchewan Drama Association asked those competing in regional festivals to perform plays written by Canadian playwrights. Performing a play by Hayward is additionally special as he is originally from Oxbow.

The play is set up in 10 minute segments, each featuring a different problem 16-year-olds may be dealing with. The audience drops in on these innermost hopes and fears coming to understand that being 16 isn’t always easy.

The opening scene focuses on two teens who are starting a new school the following day. They met online and have developed a bond. Excited to meet the following day, Vance is hiding something from Cindy, he is in a wheelchair and is unsure how she will react to this.

The next scene focuses on the right eye and left eye of a girl attempting to stay focused in class.

They begin bickering about their differences; the Right Eye calling the Left Eye lazy and the two disagreeing on how to see the world. Eventually the two come to an agreement, they can be logical, while seeing the beauty in the world.

James has braces. His sister, Piper, comes to check on him after hearing James shriek. Turns out he had something stuck in his braces and couldn’t get it out… although he wasn’t sure what it was… maybe a cheerio? An olive? Or gum? After a small fight with each other as siblings do, they agree that they always have each other’s backs, and Piper eventually pulls the stuck food from James’ mouth.

In the previous scene James has mentioned a continuing nightmare he has at a phone booth. As he attempts to call his mother to come and pick him up, the electronic telephone operator sounds belligerent asking him for any combination of 25 cents to place the call. Eventually he does get through to his mom on one of the phones, while he has his dad on another phone. In his nightmare his parents tell him it was his fault for their divorce.

Finally the main cast of characters: James, Vance, Cindy, and Piper all appear on stage to state a variety of status updates. From cryptic updates to seemingly menial updates, each one shares part of who they are through their update.

Cast: Josh Jones, Keegan Heidinger, Kayla McLaren, and Shaleen Hengen. Off-stage voices: Hengen, Makayla Bryce and Johnathon Ulsifer.

Crew: Stage Manager – Dacey Fleck, Lights and Sound – Dawson Cutler, Zack Eaton, and Ulsifer, Prompter – Bailey Cutler, Costumes and Make-up – Bryce. Direction came from teachers Jeff Bohnert and Whitney Paul.

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Friends of Moose Mountain Lodge: Two years of everyday management Lynne Bell

Observer Staff

Carlyle’s Bertha Isleifson had a dream- to form a group of dedicated volunteers who would work to enhance the everyday lives of the residents of Moose Mountain Lodge (MML). As the founder of the volunteer group, Friends of Moose Mountain Lodge, Isleifson and her fellow “Friends” have succeeded far beyond what they had envisioned just over two years ago.

“I never imagined it would go as well as it has gone,” she says. “The support and interest has been incredible.”

Since it was founded in late 2014, the Friends of Moose Mountain Lodge have made improvements in almost all aspects of the resident’s lives.

Inside the Lodge, a new TV-with improved programming- has been placed in the Activity Room, along with new tables. The common area has also been upgraded with new dining tables, new loveseats and new pictures on the walls and both the family room and the palliative care room have new furnishings and other decorative improvements- all added with the intent of making the spaces more comfortable and pleasant for both the residents and their families.

And one item on Isleifson’s original wish list was granted, too: “A wall-mounted hairdryer so people confined to wheelchairs can have their hair done, too.”

“A few years ago, when I visited the nursing home in Redvers, I saw that they had a big hairdryer mounted on the wall, with a big arm,” she says. “I remember thinking that for our ladies who are in big wheelchairs, that would be such a nice thing for them. It would make the experience of getting their hair done so much easier on them. And now we have one.”

Isleifson has worked as a licensed practical nurse in this area since 1985- mostly at Moose Mountain Lodge- and says: “We have a wonderful facility here.

But there’s always room for improvement and the Friends of Moose Mountain Lodge are committed to improving the quality of life for our residents and providing things that are fun for them, because who doesn’t like to have fun?”

Improvements have been made to areas on the Lodge’s grounds, by the Friends of Moose Mountain Lodge with assistance from other groups and individuals, including the Carlyle & District Lions, the

Bertha Isleifson’s (pictured) dream of forming a group of dedicated volunteers who would work to enhance the everyday lives of Moose Mountain Lodge residents has become a reality. And in the two years since it was founded, the Friends of Moose Mountain Lodge is a success. “I never imagined it would go as well as it has gone,” she says.

“The support and interest has been incredible.”

Dickens Festival Committee, residents’ families and others.

The Lodge’s outdoor patio has been re-carpeted, the gazebo has been repainted and the Carlyle & District Lions have provided picnic tables that are more accessible for use by residents. Near the entrance to the facility, Carlyle’s Dickens Festival Committee has donated a Victorian bench and the Carlyle History Book Committee has donated decorative ornaments.

In both spaces, flowerbeds have been tidied and new plantings have been added.

The outdoor improvements have resulted in the revival of the traditional family barbeque, now held at the Lodge during the past two summers-with donated manpower, food and entertainment. Residents and guests also support the Carlyle & District Food Bank at the annual gathering.

The Friends of Moose Mountain Lodge is a volunteer group who aim to: “Enhance the everyday lives of the residents and to support the staff who care for them.” Founded in late 2014, the group welcomes volunteers and contributions of any kind. Founder Bertha Isleifson says: “Our residents are still participating members of our community. They’ve helped build their communities, and now, many of them are in a position where they need to have some opportunities for community engagement brought to them. That’s what we want to achieve.”

Fruit, flowers and assistance at birthday or anniversary celebrations are also supplied by the FMML, but Isleifson says: “All of these things are really appreciated by the residents, but the events that stand out the most are outings for our residents who are able and entertainment that we bring to them.”

“In all of us, boredom has the potential to lead us to positive or destructive action,” explains Isleifson.

“We all look for excitement when we’re bored, and by adding things that are enjoyable to the lives of our residents-we can make sure their quality of life is better.”

“Our residents are people with disabilities of all ages,” adds Lsleifson. “And some of them are younger people. All of them really enjoy the special events here.”

Among those special events are: pie- and tartmaking demonstrations by Carlyle’s Dennis Feduk, pub nights and concerts by a roster of artists which include “Elvis” Rory Allen, country recording artist Eli Barsi, Michele Amy’s fiddle troupe and Carlyle’s Happy Wanderers.

FMML members and staff have also arranged transport (for residents who are physically able) to attend productions by Cornerstone Theatre.

“We’re always working on new things,” says Isleifson. “And we welcome new members anytime. But people can also contribute in so many other ways, too.”

“We welcome donations of any kind. Right now, we really need donations earmarked for weekend entertainment,” she says. “ For some of our residents, the weekends are pretty quiet, so we’d like to bring in some entertainment for them. Or, if anyone out there can spare some of their time and talent for an hour on a weekend, they can contact our Activity Department and we’ll make it work.”

“Something as simple as stopping in for a visit is huge,” adds Isleifson. “We have a wonderful facility here, but there are always things that can improve our residents’ quality of life and we’re happy to keep working to provide things that are fun for them.”

“We’ve been able to make real progress since Friends of Moose Mountain Lodge started,” she says. “We have so many people and groups that have stepped in and supported our mission. And we’re also so thankful to our staff, because they’ve really got on board with everything the Friends have done.”

“We can’t thank all of these people enough.”

For more information, contact Bertha Isleifson at: (306)-577-9644.

Elvis is in the building! A surprise appearance by well-known Elvis tribute artist Rory Allen was one of the many entertaining events the Friends of Moose Mountain Lodge (FMML) have arranged for the benefit of the facility’s residents. FMML founder Bertha Isleifson says of the surprise show: “I saw so many toe-tapping, smiling people that day. It was fun for everyone.”

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LHS Drama tackles a challenging play with great ability

PUBLIC NOTICE FOR THE RATEPAYERS OF THE RM OF ANTLER REGARDING THE TENDER OF THE ANTLER COMMUNITY HALL Pursuant to Sections 127 and 128 of the Municipalities Act, as well as Bylaw 3-2005 the RM of Antler No. 61’s Public Notice Bylaw, public notice is hereby given that after the Public Hearing on February 28th, 2017, the Council of the Rural Municipality of Antler No. 61 decided to Tender For Sale AS IS Block 4 Lots 7, 8 & 9 Plan #D3293 in Antler, SK, commonly known as the Antler Community Hall property and invite offers to purchase for the same.

The Antler Community Hall was built in approximately 1949 and it is approximately 5,360 square feet. The building will be sold as is with some of the contents being sold with the building, including chairs, tables, a pool table, a piano and miscellaneous kitchen items. Highest, lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

Tenders can be submitted to the Administrator by dropping off in person at the RM Office, mail, email or fax by the closing deadline of 10:00 am Tuesday, April 11th, 2017 to: RM of Antler No 61 – Antler Hall Tender Attention: RM Administrator #13 Broadway Street, P.O. Box 70 Redvers,SK. S0C 2H0 Fax: 1-306-452-3518 Email: rm61@sasktel.net Phone: 1-306-452-3263 Issued at Redvers, Saskatchewan, This 1st day of March, 2017

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Kelly Running Observer Staff

Lampman High School Theatre presented “Circus Fire” by Canadian playwright Janet Munsil on Tuesday, March 28, in Lampman in preparation for the Region One Drama Festival held in Oxbow on March 31 and April 1.

The play focuses on the true story of a Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus fire, which tragically struck in Hartford, Connecticut in July 6, 1944.

The performance was unique in that characters would transition from one character to another seamlessly on stage: as two individuals sold snacks, one woman searched for her son, and as they crossed paths, they changed characters. The mother became another person selling snacks at the circus, while the other two transitioned into a young girl that had snuck into the circus and an injured soldier she came to be sitting beside.

Transitions from people to animals were also done on-stage with a change in lighting and the actors taking on a different persona portraying a new character/ animal.

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The Lampman High School Theatre earned Best Overall, Best Visual, and Runner Up Best Technical at the Region One Drama Festival in Oxbow and will be attending the upcoming provincial competition in May. (Photo submitted) “This is a very challenging script, both to the actors and especially to the audience as it requires a certain level of theatre experience perhaps to fully unpack, suspend beliefs and follow the movement and plot of a show done in this style,” Christine Branyik-Thornton, the director, explained.

“As part of our ongoing growth as a company we decided to tackle this script; Italian commedia dell-arte style has a very long tradition of being very circus-like and uses only a few actors to tell many stories.”

The play follows a young girl who snuck into the circus, a wounded soldier she sits with, a mother and her son, as they enjoy “the greatest show on Earth!” The comedic show becomes tragic as a fire breaks out. Based on true events, a total of 167 people perished in the blaze, including a young girl recovery workers named, “Little Miss 1565,” whose identity wasn’t discovered until years later.

“It is a very challenging piece, rooted in the commedia dell’arte style and requiring both strong physical and ensemble work, all while using very minimal dialogue,” Branyik-Thorton states in a director’s note on the program.

“It has been a challenge that LHS students have embraced and worked incredibly hard to bring to the stage.”

Performing in the play are Cassidy Roy (six parts), Carter Branyik-Thornton(12 parts), Adrianna Raynard (eight parts), Donavon Andrews (nine parts), Kaya Furey (three parts), Devyn Smyth (three parts), Alexis Christensen (three parts), Matthew Getschel (five parts), Jenna Fleck (three parts) and Gavin Fleck (two parts).

Crew included assistant director – Lucas Bartsch, stage

Staff photo by Kelly Running

Hilarity ensued as clowns attempt to put out a fire on-stage.

Staff photo by Kelly Running

The tiger tamer introduces his prized animals to perform during the circus.

Staff photo by Kelly Running

With a change in lighting and actions portrayed by the cast of the play, the thespians went from aerialists to spectators in awe of the tightrope manager and lighting– Hayley Dechaine, sound – Brandon Miller, followspot 1 – Landon Vinck, followspot 2 – Jacob Kautz, SL backstage manager – Desiree Kautz, SR backstage manager – Kaitlin Stephen, and live sound – Gavin Fleck.

With their performance in Oxbow; Lampman is heading to Provincial Drama Festival in May with “Circus Fire,”

by Janet Munsil.

They also earned numerous awards from the Region One Drama Festival including: Best Overall, Best Visual, Runner Up Best

Technical, Mary Ellen Burgess Outstanding Acting - Cassidy Roy, Runner Up to Mary Ellen Burgess Award sponsored by Cornerstone Theatre - Carter Branyik-Thornton, Runner Up Bob Hinnett Tech Excellence Award -Brandon Miller (sound), Runner Up Best Stage ManagerHayley Dechaine, Unsung Hero Award - Adrianna Raynard, Tech Medallion AwardDonavon Andrews, Tech Certificates - Landon Vinck and Jacob Kautz (followspot), and Adrianna Raynard (script research).

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Weekly RCMP report

Remembering the Battle of Vimy Ridge

Lynne Bell

Observer Staff

The Carlyle RCMP detachment responded to several files from Friday, March 17 to Thursday, March 30.

Fatal collision On Tuesday, March 28 members of the Carlyle RCMP, Carlyle Fire & Rescue and Carlyle EMS responded to a fatal collision on Highway 9 north of Carlyle. A southbound SUV and a northbound pickup truck collided on the roadway. The lone 29-year-old female driver of the SUV was pronounced deceased at the scene. The 48-year-old lone male driver of the truck was treated at the scene. No charges were laid as the driver of the pickup tried to avoid the collision, which was due to road conditions.

Staff Sgt. Darren Simons of the Carlyle RCMP said: “We would like to express our deepest sympathy to everyone affected by this tragic accident. We would also like to thank the individuals who arrived at the accident scene and stopped to assist before emergency services arrived, as well as Carlyle Fire & Rescue and Carlyle EMS.” “We also urge the public to use restraint on social media when a tragedy like this occurs,” adds Simons. “Please give us the opportunity to notify loved ones face-to-face with accurate information so we can ensure that families receive the utmost support from police agencies and victims services when a tragic event such as this occurs.”

911 calls/False alarms Four non-emergency 911 calls were received, as well as some false alarms. All were investigated by the RCMP. Alcohol-related offences An intoxicated male at a residence in the Carlyle area was removed from the property by RCMP and lodged in cells until sober.

Assault An assault occurred in the Redvers area.

Members of the Carlyle RCMP detachment are conducting a historical assault investigation in Carlyle.

Assistance Members of the Carlyle RCMP detachment served documents of behalf of an Ontario police agency.

Police assisted with two Mental Health Act files.

Failure to comply with release conditions Several individuals within the detachment area failed to comply with their release conditions.

Fraud An individual from within the detachment area lost a substantial amount of money, due in part to an internet fraud involving the individual’s banking information being shared. “These scams are increasingly sophisticated,” says Staff Sgt. Darren Simons.

“People have to be especially vigilant when it comes to sharing any personal information over the internet and elsewhere. It really is a case of ‘Buyer beware!’”

Harassing communications RCMP responded to a report of harassing communications in the Carlyle area.

Property damage Damage (related to vandalism) to the Anglican Church in Carlyle is under investigation by the RCMP. Staff Sgt. Darren Simons says: “Please call us if you notice anything out of the ordinary regarding property.”

Theft RCMP are investigating the possible theft of a vehicle from the Forget area.

Police are investigating a theft from a Carlyle business.

Mudflaps were stolen from a vehicle in Carlyle.

Keys were stolen from a vehicle in Carlyle. This was found to be a practical joke, however, the RCMP asks that drivers not leave their keys in vehicles under any circumstances. “It’s rarely a joke,” says Staff Sgt. Darren Simons. “It can easily lead to vehicle theft.”

Traffic-related offences Carlyle RCMP issued one $280 ticket to a driver for using an electronic device while driving.

Carlyle RCMP investigated six motor vehicle insurance coverage violations. The fine for this offence is $580.

An individual was found by police to be driving without a licence.

Police also charged detachment-area motorists with four intersection-related offences and issued several speeding, seatbelt and inspection tickets.

Canadian Byng Boys returning after beating the Germans at Vimy Ridge, May 1917.

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“In those few minutes I witnessed the birth of a nation” Brigadier-General A.E. Ross, 1936

On April 9, 2017, to mark the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge, commemorative ceremonies will be held in both our nation’s capital and in France. While not the most strategically important battle won by the Canadian Corps in the First World War, it’s certainly a defining one. In fact, if there’s a single moment in Canadian history in which our identity as an independent nation solidified, the victory at Vimy Ridge might well be it. On that fateful day in 1917, Canadian troops succeeded in securing the German-occupied ridge for the Allies after several failed attempts by the French. However, what really marks the battle as a turning point in our nation’s history is that it was the first time all four divisions of the Canadian Expeditionary Force jointly participated in a battle. Troops from all over the country fought together.

The Battle of Vimy Ridge was fought on an Easter Monday in wind, snow and sleet, with the first assault troops advancing up the slope in side-by-side formation at 5:30 in the morning. The success of the Canadian combatants can be attributed to a number of things including meticulous planning, powerful artillery support and extensive training. However, it shouldn’t be forgotten that acts of personal bravery were also paramount.

According to war historian Tim Cook, there were “countless acts of sacrifice, as Canadians single-handedly charged machine-gun nests or forced the surrender of Germans in protective dugouts.” There were over 10,000 casualties in the battle with 3,598 fatalities.

Several years after the war was won, France allotted 107 hectares of land atop the former battleground to Canada to be used as a park and war memorial. Unveiled in 1936, the Canadian National Vimy Memorial is engraved with the names of the 11,285 Canadians who were fatally wounded in France during World War I and who have no other known marked grave. This important beacon of Canadian achievement and unity also decorates the back of our 20-dollar bill.

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“We don’t see things the way they are, we see things the way we are.”

- Anais Nin

Go Broncos!

I love watching hockey… oddly enough I’m a terrible skater. I just never had the drive to get good at something that hurt my feet that much. I was just never a fan of strapping knives to my feet and stepping out onto the ice, I have rather terrible balance, so who could really blame me.

Kelly Running Playing wasn’t my thing.

Observer Staff However, I was born the year the Swift Current Broncos won the Memorial Cup. I grew up like most people in Canada watching hockey and junior hockey was what we watched. We were Bronco fans, and I still am, I’m hoping they topple the Warriors in their playoffs. As I write this they’re headed into Game 6 and are up by one game.

The game itself is fun to watch, it’s based on athleticism and skill, it’s definitely a finesse game; something I wasn’t inclined to excel at but can appreciate others’ abilities. Yet, at the same time, as they pass, deke, and try to find the back of the net, the game of finesse is also a game of brutality. The big hit, fights, it’s a well rounded game with something for everyone to appreciate and enjoy. I think it’s why it’s such a popular game in Canada.

For me though, the game takes me back to late nights in Swift Current either going to the game with my parents, and my aunt and uncle who had season tickets as well, or with grandparents. It brings back that nostalgia. Living where I do, I don’t get to see my family often.

It’s something that I’ve chosen, to be out this way working and coaching; but, at times it can be difficult and having those memories are special.

I watch NHL games because it’s hockey and it reminds me of going to the games in Swift.

Memories come back of my aunty teaching me how to keep track of the goals and assists on that roster sheet that came in the programs.

Thoughts of being carried in from the vehicle after the hour drive home from the game. The Broncos had the best mascot out there, Charlie Horse: I’m not sure who it was in the early 90s, but whoever they had was awesome: he’d be walking along the boards banging his drum or skating on the ice… maybe he was the best because I was five and today’s kids think the same thing of him today. But, I remember thinking he was the best one out there.

One game in particular stands out. It must have been Hallowe’en or something because all I remember is Batman and Spiderman up in the rafters. One came from right above where we were sitting and the other one from straight across from us. And I was in awe as they came down on a zip line to the ice.

So, my hockey memories aren’t necessarily tied up in the game; but, the memories built around the game. In fact, I can even remember my first little kid crush, when I was six or seven, was on Jeff Henkelman; he played defense for the Broncos and was the captain for a couple years. But, I remember we were at the mall in Swift the one day and my sister wanted a photo with all of the players that were there for this meet and great picture day; all I wanted was a photo with the captain though. I remember I couldn’t talk, I just smiled and was so excited to get a picture with him.

So, it’s the memories built around the Broncos that make me a fan and I think for many people that’s why you stay a loyal fan. Not necessarily the win/loss ratio, although winning is easier, but the nostalgia of what you grew up in.

Making sure ‘someday’ starts today It was a diverse group of ladies that gathered for lunch in honour of a colleague who was retiring. After the presents were opened and congratulatory words shared, the guest of honour was asked what she was doing to do now with her time.

She said there were many things of which she was unsure; but one thing she knew with absolutely certainty: she would never again Shelley Luedtke clean her house on a Saturday.

She explained that for 40 years while working in financial administration she had always worked Monday to Friday which meant every Saturday she spent the day cleaning. Never again, she said, would she clean on a Saturday.

Having a schedule and organizational routine is helpful in ensuring things get looked after and completed. Keeping on top of things and maintaining organization keeps other areas of our lives humming along more smoothly. If we neglect taking take of our house; it shows. If we neglect taking care of our teeth; we will feel it. But are we as diligent in other areas of our life where the impact might not be quite so immediate?

In the activity and pace of life it’s easy to get focussed on checking things off a list and taking care of the necessities of the day. The result is that what should get our very best, instead gets the leftovers.

Or more accurately, the people who should get the best of us get what’s left when everything else has gotten our attention. Including ourselves.

We can rather easily compile the list of what we know needs to happen on any given day; but amidst those schedules it might be a bit tougher to point to time we are devoting to the things that aren’t as time-sensitive but should be seen every bit as necessary: time playing an instrument, or painting a canvas, studying a new subject, or writing the piece of poetry that has been forming in our minds. Too often we look at interests and hobbies as our ‘someday’ ambitions. We will have time for those things someday: when our youngest starts school, when the last child leaves home, when our Kelly Running Editor Reporter/Photographer

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current project is done, or when we retire. We imagine we will have more time then; time to do those things we’ve relegated to the sidelines while we wait for openings in our day to get back to (or begin) them. But these aren’t things that shouldn’t be put off.

Expanding on the notions of a French writer in 1795 many writers and comedians have been attributed with a variation of the quote “A day without laughter is a wasted day.” Regardless of who said it first or best, it is something for all of us to keep in mind. Although we can’t schedule something as spontaneous as laughing, we can certainly make sure we are carving out time to read humorists, or watch a comedy or spend time with people who bring a spark of joy into the day.

Or consider those who are members of a faith group but don’t devote time to studying its teachings because other priorities are crowding in on their time. Theologian Dietrich Bonhoeffer explained the commitment to his faith by observing, “Every day in which I do not penetrate more deeply into the knowledge of God’s word in Holy Scripture is a lost day for me.”

The thing is, there should be no lost days from the things that really matter to us. We shouldn’t wait for tomorrow thinking that suddenly more time will open up or opportunities will be more readily available to pursue what we love. We need to start today.

One of those random observances that gets a place on wacky and wild calendars is “No Housework Day” which is noted for April 7. Can I get an amen? But the absence of one activity should also be about the presence of another. So we need to spend a few moments doing those things that tap into our creativity, spontaneity, priorities and dreams, because if we neglect our talents or the aspirations we are harbouring, the results will be far worse than the build up of dust bunnies or bathtub ring. People are depending on us to fulfill our responsibilities, but we also need to ensure we can depend on ourselves to do the things that not only complete the schedules but also connect us to our souls.

That’s my outlook.

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The pull of puddles

“And you know what, Grandma? When we go to town next I’m going to get some new rubber boots!”

He made this simple, mundane, necessary purchase sound like Santa Claus, the Easter Bunny, and the Tooth Fairy all rolled up in one. There is nothing better than a new set Jocelyn Hainsworth of rubber boots when the snow is going down and the puddles are filling up. He seems to have the idea that these new boots will keep his feet dry, not realizing that it’s not the little cracks and holes in the bottom of his old ones that are letting the water come in, but those big holes at the top of each boot which are to blame.

Some how, some way, no matter which boots you buy, they are always one half inch too short for the puddle you want to walk through. Trust me, I’ve done life long research on this: I know it’s crazy, but it’s true.

Puddles bring the kid out in all of us.

Is it the peaceful feeling of standing in still water, contemplating life’s simple pleasures that tempt us in?

Is it the venturing into the unknown ... how deep does this get? How far can I go?

Is it a journey to the other side of the water, just to see if we can make it? And what if it’s not a simple pool, but a running stream? Isn’t it fun to stand in the turbulence and feel the current press against your legs, the moving water hypnotizing you into almost losing your balance?

It’s also very cool to throw stones out into the water to watch the ripples widen and subside. For a little more excitement you can encourage the dog to go fetch them. Or, you can use really big rocks that Grandma can discover later on ... with the lawn mower. She likes that.

How about testing spray patterns? If you ride your bike through it very fast, can you get your brother even wetter? And there’s nothing better that a bike on training wheels so you can just park it in the mud puddle and pedal as fast as you can, shooting up a rooster tail of icy water. (Thanks Grandpa; it’s that much more fun now that he knows the term ‘rooster tail’) And, of course, the most compelling invitation of all ... to see just how high your boots really are. The answer is always the same ... not tall enough ... but it never stops us from trying, and trying again. When it comes to puddles we are all five years old.

I have to admit, though, snow melt puddles – plentiful as they may be – are not my favourite.

Summer puddles are much more my style. There is no more need for boots. A person can roll up her pant legs, kick off her shoes and wade right in, wiggling her toes in soft, squishy, warm mud with sunshine on her shoulders, and probably a muddy little hand holding one of hers to help keep their balance.

Although if they fall over and get their cloths all wet, that’s just one more memory they’ve made that day.

It just so happens that this excited young man and his new rubber boots (plus his younger brother and his correspondingly shorter rubber boots) are coming for a sleepover next weekend. We are at the height of runoff season at the moment with the mud/water/snow ratio at about equal parts in the yard. I know for a fact that the water is over everyone’s boots at the moment and the river running through the yard at the moment could wash a three year old away. Constant surveillance is going to be needed.

Knowing the mess one dog can provide I’m not too sure how this expansion in the mud-lovers society is going to go. Do they have enough clothes to last a weekend? Can my washing machine keep up? Is Grandpa going to be a help, or a hindrance? And I better check out whether I need new rubber boots too.

Goats at the fair The weather we have all been waiting for, is finally here, I hope. As I sit here with my steaming cup of hot coffee, the sun is shining through our big windows, making the days of winter a distant memory.

Although I understand winter could make a comeback or two in the next few weeks, but I am cautiously optimistic! We took Krystyn Gillies in the fair last weekend, making the two-hour trip to the big city to the east bright and early on a Wednesday morning. The plan was to take in all the “kid stuff” since we adults have seen what there is to see every year. The toddler was mildly grumpy, but we were hopeful that a nap and some baby animals would do the trick. Wrong.

I think she maybe had a little tummy trouble that day, but in her defense; we held her captive in her car seat on the way up and in the stroller pretty much all day. We browsed the trade show and said hello to a few vendors we see every year as well as learned about lots of new things. The toddler was mildly distracted with the homemade muffin I produced for her, but she still didn’t want to be in her stroller. After a while, we made our way to the petting zoo/kids area so she could burn off some steam. She could ride on the pedal tractors, which she loved, all made possible thanks to her midnight tricycle runs I’m sure. After that, we made our way into the petting zoo, which was CRAMMED FULL of families doing the exact same thing as us. Her daddy showed her a LARGE two-week-old Holstein calf that she showed next to no interest in, which was surprising. Same with the who dairy side of the exhibit as a matter of fact; maybe it was the fact that mommy and daddy’s cows are black, or at least a solid colour. The next booth was the beef production side of things, and the baby red Angus calf got her attention. She tried to feed the sleeping baby calf all kinds of straw, or anything she could pick up for that matter, but he slept right through it all. Next, she glanced at the pigs but didn’t want any part of them, which was fine since there were only a few mid sized piglets in the pen. Next was the bunny and chick display. There, she humoured her parents and petted the small, yellow chick; but she knew it was a baby chicken and gave it the side eye the entire time. She liked to pet the baby bunny, as long as her dad held it securely while doing so.

We browsed through the pens full of all kinds of different animals, really large rodents, emus, alpacas, sheep, geese, you name it. I glanced into the interactive side of the exhibit, where the kids could go in and pet the critters, but when I asked her if she wanted to go in, she gave me a resounding no. I wasn’t sure what was up, she normally loves

to carry around whatever she can get her hands on, but then my husband pointed out that there were chickens loose in the pen as well. She loves chickens BUT, they must have a fence separating her and them. No idea why, she hasn’t had a bad experience or anything, but she would NOT go into the pen with the free roaming chickens. Instead, she spent the next hour petting and feeding a baby goat in a little pen off to the left. It was a cute little thing but it was the only thing she really wanted to check out in the whole petting zoo. Finally, after the hour, we dragged her away so we could find some other shows to watch. She had another nap, which falsely left us with the idea that she would be happy

and excited about the evening show. Wrong! She grumbled and cried pretty much the entire time, mostly because we wouldn’t let her run off to be kidnapped or who knows what. We finally called it an evening after the heavy horses went through and she HAPPILY trotted through the parking lot to find our car and head home. I think her mood improved because we finally let her walk, but either way, it was nice to head home. The general consensus is that three years old might be the sweet spot for really enjoying the fair, but we will see. Three months was easy, 15 months was great, but two and a bit was tricky but we will give it a go next year and hope everyone enjoys the experience!

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“Spring is nature’s way of saying, Let’s Party!”

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Canada’s Sask Skater of the Month Sakte Canada Submitted

Saskatchewan and DUSO’S offer the Skater of the Month Award to recognize two skaters throughout the province and within the Skate Canada program with a $100 bursaries to each Skater of the Month.

Clubs are able to nominate skaters they feel demonstrate: working hard, helping out wherever possible, loving what they do, assisting the club in activities, helping other skaters, and are a great role model and ambassador for skating.

In February the Carlyle Skating Club coaches (Dawn Brady, Katy Soroka, Jenna Toms & Halle Doty) chose Nolan Cameron as their Skater of the Month and sent in their nomination.

Nolan Cameron joined the Carlyle Skating Club in 2015 with tremendous success in his personal achievements in such little time. Joining as a Preliminary skater, he is now currently working on his Sr. Bronze FreeSkate, Jr. Silver Skills, and Jr. Silver Dances.

While Nolan spends 2 days on the ice in his home town Kennedy, skating independently and as a PA with the CanSkate program, he also travels to Carlyle from Kennedy to be apart of our skating club 2-3 times a week for extra ice time and skating lessons. Nolan has a great

For the past 5 years Nolan has been a Program Assistant with the Kennedy Skating Club. He is always willing to help out wherever necessary and is kind and encouraging to all the skaters. The younger kids admire and respect him very much which keeps them focused and engaged while under his supervision. He was an asset to the Kennedy Club when he assisted the CanSkaters competing at the Virden Fun Skate event this year. It was obvious to see how much the skaters enjoy working with him.

While Nolan spends much of his week on the ice, he also manages to maintain his grades in school and plays in the school band and on the volleyball team. Meanwhile he is also very helpful on the family farm and enjoys riding horses. Nolan and his family are very community minded people. Growing up in a small town they are always found lending a helping hand to any family or organization in need.

Nolan’s skating coaches feel that he is a very deserving candidate for the award and extremely proud of his success and to be chosen as the DUSO’S Skater of the Month! Nolan’s wishes to thank his coaches, Photos submitted DUSO, and Skate SasNolan Cameron of Kennedy is pictured with coaches and fellow members of katchewan for selecting the Carlyle Skating Club. (L-R) Coach Jenna Toms, Ruby Parker, Halle Schutz, him as skater of the Katelyn Desjarlais, Makenna Slykhuis, Nolan Cameron, Anna Doty, Tiana month and for the $100 Delalleau, Coach Dawn Dyer, Ciara Corrigan, and coach Halle Doty. bursary.

attitude during lessons and is a very hard working skater. He is always willing to give everything his best effort and applies whatever corrections are given to him. He has also shown interest and and improvement in his dance partnering over the last couple of years.

Nolan has improved as a skater but also grown personally by breaking out of his comfort zone and becoming more confident in his skating. This year he decided to register for skating competitions again after taking several years off from the competition world.

He took part in the Virden Fun Skate as well as Region 1 & 6 Invitational Competition here in Carlyle, both of which he had considerable success - bringing home a medal in all his events!

Weyburn Rush earn gold at Sask Cup 3 Kennedy resident Nolan Cameron was honoured

by Skate Canada for his work as a role model and ambassador within the sport. Cameron received a $100 bursary and wishes to thank his coaches, DUSO, and Skate Saskatchewan for the award.

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Call for Nominations 2 Directors - 3 Year Terms Nomination forms can be picked up at the Stoughton Co-op Administration office, and must be turned into the administration office no later than 6 p.m., April 13th, 2017

The Weyburn Volleyball Club’s 15U team, Rush, had a successful Sask Cup 3 in Saskatoon as they won gold in Div 1 against the Swift Current Sundogs. In the gold medal battle the Rush won 2522, lost 12-25, and then came back for a third set win 15-13. Front row second from left – Emily Nelson (Carlyle), middle front - Shaelen Smith (Carlyle), and front row far right – Faith Nelson (Carlyle). The Rush is having a very successful year thus far finishing with a silver at Sask Cup 2 in Div 1 and bronze at Sask Cup 1 in Div 1. Their provincial action will be hosted in Saskatoon on April 28-30, while they will also be attending Nationals in Regina on May 18-21. [Photo submitted]

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Moose Mountain Wildlife Federation celebrates 15 years Lynne Bell

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The Moose Mountain Wildlife Federation marked the organization’s 15th anniversary at its annual fundraiser dinner and auction, Saturday, April 1 at Arcola’s Prairie Place Hall.

The event attracted 250 attendees and Moose Mountain Wildlife Federation President Harry Laurent says: “We have a great turnout, great prizes and we can’t thank the businesses and individuals who support us enough, especially since the economy is down.”

To date, the MMWF has donated $155,000 to the Habitat Trust Fund, which via the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation- purchases land for preservation throughout the province. The organization has also provided bursaries for students throughout the Arcola, Carlyle, Kisbey, Lampman and Stoughton areas.

The MMWF has also: supported Moose Mountain Rehabilitation, sponsored a child’s attendance at the Estevan and Area Wildlife Federation Youth Camp, maintained facilities at the Alameda Dam, as well as maintaining the MMWF’s clubhouse in Arcola. The group is also involved with Archery Club- which has over 100 members. In addition, the MMWF holds Hunter Safety and Firearm Safety courses and provides instruction, books, training guns and meals to students.

“We always welcome new members,” says Laurent. “We have a lot of new faces here tonight, so that keeps the club and the fundraiser evolving.

That’s great.”

Staff photo by Lynne Bell

Carlyle’s Garth Hindmarch handcrafted a special edition knife commemorating the Moose Mountain Wildlife Federation’s 15th anniversary at the organization’s annual fundraiser dinner and auction, held Saturday, April 1 at Arcola’s Prairie Place Hall.

Carlyle & Area Chamber of Commerce

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Thursday, April 20th, 2017 - Carlyle Memorial Hall 7p.m.-9p.m.

Come spend an evening mixing with other local business people, learning about your Chamber of Commerce and what it can offer you.

Guest Speaker(s) will be in attendance.

Appetizers & Cash Bar provided.

BOARD ELECTIONS Positions open are: - President - Vice President - Secretary - Treasurer Nominations will be taken from the floor or maybe submitted to Steve Schultz at Pharmasave, Nicole Currie at the Pearl Boutique, or Martin Tourand at Ron’s The Work Wear Store.

We hope to see you there!

Staff photo by Lynne Bell

Moose Mountain Wildlife Federation volunteer Colleen Chapman is pictured with a few of the hundreds of auction items and prizes featured at the club’s 15th annual fundraiser.

Staff photo by Lynne Bell

Volunteers (pictured l-r) Robert Duncan of Browning, Sandy Hanrieder of Browning and Evan Meisner of Carlyle are just a few of the people who make the Moose Mountain Wildlife Federation’s fundraiser a success. The MMWF is a branch of the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation and welcomes new members who are interested in supporting their mission.

The work of the Moose Mountain Wildlife Federation is supported by its members as well as by the support of area businesses and individuals.

Staff photo by Lynne Bell

Moose Mountain Wildlife Federation President Harry Laurent (pictured) says of this year’s 15th annual MMWF fundraiser: “We have a great turnout, great prizes and we can’t thank the businesses and individuals who support us enough, especially since the economy is down. We also have a lot of new faces here this year, so that keeps it evolving and that’s great.”

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Staff photo by Lynne Bell

This wildlife-themed wall hanging was one of the hundreds of items donated by area individuals and businesses at the Moose Mountain Wildlife Federation’s 15th Annual Fundraiser Dinner and Auction. The event was a sell-out, with 250 people attending the event at Arcola’s Prairie Place Hall.

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A fun family weekend out was hosted in Wawota with the annual sledge hockey tournament held. Teams were made up of at least four people and each game saw action last for two, 15 minute straight time periods.

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Sledge Hockey Tournament

Waiting on the line-change, these young players had fun enjoying Canada’s favourite game from a different perspective.

Ed Fahlman looks to make a pass during action on the ice.

Twelve teams attended the fourth annual Sledge Hockey Tournament hosted in Wawota on Friday, March 31 – Sunday, April 2.

People of all ages enjoyed the opportunity to try out sledge hockey in Wawota.

Here a young athlete brings the puck down the ice for a chance to score.

The Wawota Sledge Hockey tournament was based on Melanie Brimner’s dream of watching her boys play hockey together again after her son Blake Lamontagne was injured in a car accident. Now the tournament brings awareness and raises funds to be donated. This year donations are going to the Wawota Community Forum, Stars Air Ambulance, and Disabled Waterski Team Canada – of which Blake is a member of and will be competing in Australia this spring.

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NOTICE OF PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL R.M. OF STORTHOAKS NO. 31 Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll for the R.M. of Storthoaks No. 31 for the year 2017 has been prepared and is open to inspection in the office of the assessor from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday Friday, April 7th, 2017 to Thursday, June 8th, 2017 A Bylaw pursuant to section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required.

Any person who wishes to appeal against his or her assessment is required to file his or her notice of appeal with: The Assessor R.M. of Storthoaks No. 31 P.O. Box 40, Storthoaks, Saskatchewan S0C 2K0 By the 8th day of June 2017 Dated this 7th day of April, 2017 Elissa Henrion Assessor

NOTICE OF PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL R.M. of Wawken No. 93 Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll for the R.M. of Wawken No. 93 for the year of 2017 has been prepared and is open to inspection in the office of the assessor from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday on the following days: April 7, 2017 to June 7, 2017.

A bylaw pursuant to section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required.

Any person who wishes to appeal against his or her assessment is required to file his or her notice of appeal, accompanied by a $20 appeal fee for each assessment being appealed, which will be returned if the appeal is successful, with: The Assessor, R.M. of Wawken No. 93, Box 90, Wawota, SK S0G 5A0, by Wednesday, June 7, 2017.

Dated this 7th day of April 2017.

Linda Klimm Assessor

NOTICE OF PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF WALPOLE NO. 92 Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll of the Rural Municipality of Walpole No.92 for the year of 2017 has been prepared and is open to inspection in the office of the assessor from 9:00 a.m. to noon and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on the following days: Monday to Friday, except all public holidays from April 7th to June 7th, 2017.

A bylaw pursuant to section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required.

Any person who wishes to appeal against his or her assessment is required to file his o her notice of appeal with: The Assessor, Rural Municipality of Walpole No. 92, Box 117, Wawota, SK, S0G 5A0, by the 7th day of June, 2017.

Dated this 7th day of April, 2017.

Deborah C. Saville, Assessor

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Carlyle welcomes family physician Dr. Ishpinder Singh Ranu Lynne Bell

Observer Staff

Family physician Dr. Ishpinder Singh Ranu is a welcome addition to Carlyle’s Primary Health Clinic.

Dr Ranu, his wife Sapna and their son Fateh, 6, and daughter Savreen, 3months, have come to Carlyle after seven years in Calgary, where Dr. Ranu was a clinical assistant at a family medicine clinic and Sapna worked as a registered nurse on a medical and surgical unit for Alberta Health Services.

The Ranu family’s move to rural Saskatchewan is the result of their wish to raise their children in a small town environment.

“I grew up in Punjab-in northern India,” Dr. Ranu explains. “My father was a farmer in India. He grew wheat, rice and also corn. I know that lifestyle and it’s still here.”

“I can relate to the people here and it’s really good to serve the people in a rural area.”

Dr. Ranu studied in India and received his medical degree from Pavlov Medical University in St. Petersburg, Russia.

“I always wanted to explore things,” he smiles. “So I chose to study there. I can understand and speak Russian and as a result of that experience, I know winter, too!”

After working in India and Calgary, Dr. Ranu passed his SIPPA (Saskatchewan International Physician Assessment) exams, he fulfilled the assessment portion of the SIPPA program by practicing medicine in Meadow Lake, Rosthern and Melville.

The Ranus say they have already experienced a warm welcome to this part of Saskatchewan and are looking forward to enrolling Fateh in grade one at Carlyle Elementary School this fall.

“Everyone here has been very friendly,” says Dr. Ranu. “The (medical) staff in both Carlyle and Arcola and of course, the people.”

“We are also very thankful to the administration from the Town of Carlyle,” he adds. “Huguette (Lutz) and Brian and Michelle Romaniuk have helped us a lot.”

“We are all looking forward to life here.”

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Drama Festival Last weekend the Senior and Junior Drama Clubs competed at the Region 1 Drama Festival in Oxbow. Both groups had terrific performances and won many awards.

The junior production, directed by Mrs. Kyle and Mr. Broccolo, won numerous awards. Emily Bouchard received an Acting Award, Brayden Hill received an Acting Certificate, and Tori Chapman and Brayden Hill received Technical Crew Certificates. The senior production, directed by Mr. Howe and Mr. Dyck, received Best Technical Crew Award Runner Up. Also, Jillian Hietanen received an Acting Award; Terran Baker, Janelle Boutin, and Matthew Forcier received Acting Certificates; and Kiri Biberdorf and Julyco Opena received Technical Crew Certificates.

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.

Fitness club has been running since the beginning of September with many eager students coming out Tuesday, Wednesday, and

Thursday mornings from 7:45 – 8:30. All students and fitness levels are welcome to come at any time.

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The next School Community Council Meeting is on April 12, 2017. All interested community members are invited to attend the meeting at 7:00PM in the GFK library.

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) Please check it out.

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Wawota News Submitted by Myrna Olson

Brad and Cheri Mansfield and Ivon and Arla Irving have returned home after enjoying a holiday in Cuba.

Dennis and Sarah Weatherald and their girls, Madeleine and Amelia are back from their family vacation. They met up with Sarah’s parents in Hilton Head, South Carolina and enjoyed a threeweek break from the snow. Highlights included the Children’s Discovery Museum, walks to the beach,

NOTICE OF PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF ANTLER NO. 61 Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll for the Rural Municipality of Antler No. 61 for the year 2017 has been prepared and is open to inspection in the office of the assessor from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. on the following days: Monday to Friday from April 3rd, 2017 to June 5th, 2017.

A bylaw pursuant to section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required.

Any person who wishes to appeal against his/ her assessment or classification to the Board of Revision is required to file his/her notice of appeal with: The Assessor, The Rural Municipality of Antler No. 61, Box 70, Redvers, Saskatchewan S0C 2H0, before the 5th day of June, 2017.

Dated this 3rd day of April, 2017.

Melissa Roberts Assessor

playing in the tidal pools, building sand castles and trips to the ice cream store.

Ruth Dennis spent several days visiting with family in Estevan. She visited with Gwen and Remi Donais, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

She has a new great-grandson, Ryker Benjamin, born to Tenille and Brad Wilhelm. Ruth and Gwen also travelled to Weyburn where they visited with Dot Dennis.

Family and friends gathered in Brandon on March 26th to attend a baby shower in honor of Kristen Lamontagne.

We were busy with family visitors this past week. Our son, Craig Olson who lives in Taiwan was home.

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It has been 6 years since he was here. Travelling with him is his lady friend, Nicole Wen, whom we enjoyed meeting.

They visited friends in Leroy before travelling to Banff for a few days.

Also visiting was Cindy Olson and her children, Emma and Morgan Buhr from Morinville, AB. They all had a good time re-connecting with their friends.

The Town was busy over the weekend with The Annual Sledge Hockey Tournament on Fri.-Sun. and the 4th Annual Wawota Rocks Gala on Saturday Night. I hope to have more info on these events for next week!

The community was sadden to hear the news of the tragic passing of Kaitlin (Katie) Ione Vinge.

She was 29 years old. She and her husband, Riley Riddell owned The Happy Nun restaurant in Forget where they made many friends. Our sympathies to Riley and his family and Katie’s family and all who were friends.

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TIFF: Toronto International Film Festival

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Every September, Toronto rolls out its best red carpet to welcome filmmakers, celebrities and media from around the world. The Toronto International Film Festival—more commonly referred to by its abbreviated moniker, TIFF—gets progressively bigger with each passing year. It’s an economic powerhouse that brings millions of dollars ($189 million in 2013) to the city while celebrating the art of cinema. Last year, 1,200 screenings of just under 300 films took place over the festival’s ten-day tenure. It’s the largest film festival in North America and the second largest in the world, after Cannes.

TIFF was launched at the Windsor Arms Hotel in 1976. It was originally organized by co-founders Bill Marshall, Henk Van der Kolk and Dusty Cohl. At the time, the event was called the “Festival of Festivals” and initially showcased flicks from other festivals around the globe. In its inaugural year, 140 films were shown, with Cousin, Cousine being the very first movie ever screened as part of the event. In the early days, Hollywood steered clear of the festival, fearing that Canadian audiences were too “parochial,” too narrow-minded. Over time, this attitude changed and today Hollywood films and culture are an integral part of TIFF. The Toronto International Film Festival has evolved over the years and continues to shift and adapt to changing times. The name was officially changed to its current version in 1994, and the entire festival was then rebranded to align with the vision of the new director and CEO, Piers Handling. More recently, a new facility, the TIFF Bell Lightbox, was erected in the entertainment district to house all things TIFF. The first five floors of the 46-storey edifice have become the hub of film culture in Toronto, hosting screenings, filmmaking workshops and other silver-screen-centric events.

Awards are another new addition to TIFF. While the People’s Choice Award for best film is a long held tradition—and often the first precursor to an Oscar nomination—since 2015 judged awards in various categories have been incorporated into the festivities.

Celebrities have played an increasingly important role in drawing crowds to TIFF. Big names on the attendee list from last year alone include Leonardo DiCaprio, Scarlett Johansson, Matt Damon, Natalie Portman, Gerard Butler, Amy Adams and Kurt Russell, to name just a few. Celebrity spotting in the GTA has become an annual autumn ritual for Torontonians and tourists alike.

The Toronto International Film Festival is one of Canada’s most important annual events and becomes bigger and better with each passing year.

Where are we from?

THE 52 LARGEST GROUPS IN CANADA’S MULTICULTURAL MOSAIC

CANADA’S ITALIAN COMMUNITY The first Italian to arrive on Canadian soil was the Venetian navigator Giovanni Caboto (commonly referred to as John Cabot), who explored and claimed the coast of Newfoundland for England at the end of the 15th century.

Today, there are close to one-and-a-half million Canadians who claim full or partial Italian heritage, and they represent 4.6 per cent of our nation’s entire population. Italian Canadians are represented across every sector and industry and are an indispensable part of our cultural mosaic.

Though there were already small but significant populations of Italians living in Canada before Confederation, they only began to arrive in large numbers at the beginning of the 20th century. From 1900 until the First World War, close to 120,000 Italian people—mostly hailing from the southern part of their home country—came to the new world in search of economic opportunity. This first massive wave of immigrants consisted primarily of young males who wound up working in lumber, mining and railroad construction. Many of them stayed and eventually brought over their families. However, this influx was slowed by the two World Wars and the Great Depression. A second, larger wave of migration occurred from 1950 to 1970. In 1958, Italy surpassed Britain as a source of immigrants to Canada. This second group was largely discriminated against due to Italy’s support of Germany during the wars.

Today, a majority of Italian Canadians reside in Ontario (61%) and Quebec (21%), with Toronto and Montreal holding major populations. Along with Chinese, Italian is the most widespread non-official language in Canadian media, with a number of radio and TV stations broadcasting in Italian.

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Alida News Submitted by Edel Cowan

Gray, Edel and Tim Cowan attended the Promotional Ceremony for Inspector Murray Cowan to Deputy Chief on March 27 at Estevan City Hall.

Congratulations to Cheryl and Daryl Harrison on the safe arrival of their first granddaughter, Ava Michelle on Mar. 29. daughter for Carla and Mark Lewis of Saskatoon. Cheryl spent from March 29 – April 1 and visiting with the Lewis’ and getting acquainted with her granddaughter.

There were approximately 75 in attendance at the special barbeque lunch held at Girard Bulk Service Ltd. In Alida on Wednesday, March 29 for those who wished to come and meet Jason Hancock, the new owner. The lucky winners of the draw were – Robbie Boutin who won a hoodie, Shirley Jones and Gary Junk who each won a pail of oil – Congratulations folks. Best wishes and Good luck to Jason and his staff as they continue on with this petroleum business.

Margaret Peet spent the weekend (March 30-April 2) in Regina where she visited with her mother Claire Germain and her sister Pauline Craggs.

Jeff Cowan, visited Regina over the weekend (April 1-2) with his parents, Gary and Edel, his brother Tim, Shelly and Ainsley Cowan also spent time with friends Grant Barber and Jenny Riersgard and others.

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Saturday, April 1were Lynette Peet, Shelly Cowan, Stacey Beriault, Sheri Patton and Leanne Dubuc.

Redvers Grade 12 class held a fundraiser to help with their graduation funds – a Steak Night in Maryfield on Sunday, April 2. There were many family and friends from Alida who attended this event to support three of our Grade 12 students, Julie Potapinski, Liam Boutin and Wendel Peet.

We are now into another new month-April-did not get caught on April 1? I admit, I sure did-granddaughter Ainsley called me to tell me that she had broken her arm that morning-I fell for it! After asking her how it happened-I heard a giggle and “April Fools, Grandma”. Well she got me big time, guess that made her day, I do believe that spring has finally sprung-nice to see and feel the warm sunshine. There is a lot of water out there; hope there won’t be too much flooding happening. The creeks are definitely ripping now along their path to their final destination. Understand that we lost our power on Friday (for another 14 hours) due to a downed power pole in a flooded area near Cantal-sure glad it wasn’t freezing out, but it was a hardship for those who were busy pumping water from their basement.

I’m in my glory again-Men’s World Curling is on, started April 1 and goes all week-Canada is on a roll as Team Gushue has won all his games so far (3-0). Go Canada Go!

After a policing career spanning over 20 years, Alida native Murray Cowan was named Deputy Chief of the Estevan Police Service on Mar. 29 at Estevan City Hall. Cowan is the son of Gray and Edel Cowan of Alida.

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By Bruce Penton Most avid hockey fans in North America would be more than willing to accept a twoweek closure of the National Hockey League season if the tradeoff was a gold medal game in the Winter Olympics between, say, Canada and Russia.

NHL president Gary Bettman is not so enthusiastic. In fact, he has indicated the NHL and its owners are cool to the idea of having its players take part in the 2018 Olympic Games in Pyeongchang, South Korea, with the season having to be suspended for two weeks and the rest of the 82-game schedule jammed into what’s left of the winter.

By the end of this month, the International Ice Hockey Federation needs an answer from the NHL. Playing or not? The players have indicated enthusiasm — the stars loving the spotlight the Olympics bring; the secondary players not minding the idea of a two-week midwinter vacation — but Bettman has not given the NHL’s blessing.

Which is ridiculous, because there’s not a

single person close to hockey who doesn’t think Bettman is just using the Olympic Games as a negotiating tool.

You know, we’ll capitulate and let the players go to the Olympics, but …. we want the current (owner-favourable) Collective Bargaining Agreement extended for two years.

While Bettman is playing hardball with the NHL’s participation in Korea, there is no such negativity towards the Winter Games of 2022 in Beijing. China is a country the NHL has its eyes on for future marketing activity, and, in fact, has scheduled a couple of NHL preseason games in China next year. South Korea, however, holds no such marketing potential for the NHL, although the IIHF wants to expose the game to Asia in general.

“Building ice hockey’s profile in Asia is one of the top mandates of my current presidential term,” IIHF president Rene Fasel told Pierre Lebrun of TSN.com.

“There is a rising interest in the sport within Korea, and we would miss a huge opportunity to grow the game if we didn’t have a best-on-best showcase in this country.”

Canadian fans remember Sidney Crosby’s ‘golden goal’ in overtime against the U.S. in Vancouver in 2010. They remember Canada’s 3-0 victory over Sweden in the gold medal game in Sochi, Russia in 2014.

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It would be a crying shame for Canada to send a team of amateurs or second-rate pros to Pyeongchang to wear the maple leaf while the NHL owners stay home, ostensibly to confirm their power over the players and to count their money.

• Brad Dickson of the Omaha World-Herald: “After being snubbed, Terrell Owens bought himself a jacket with the words ‘Hall of Fame’ on it. I picture Pete Rose: ‘Can I get the name of the company that made that?’

• Conan O’Brien of TBS, on the recent L.A. Marathon. “Actually there wasn’t supposed to be a marathon — people on the 405 freeway just gave up and got out of their cars.”

• Cubs president Theo Epstein, to MLB. com, after Fortune magazine anointed him No. 1 in its ‘world’s greatest leader’ rankings: “Um, I can’t even get my dog to stop peeing in the house.”

• Scott Ostler of the San Francisco Chronicle, on the Oakland A’s penchant for trading talented and popular players: “Consumer watchdogs warn A’s fans not to fall in love with those food trucks at the Coliseum this season. If the Jamaican taco truck becomes wildly popular, the A’s are sure to trade it for a fried-whaleblubber-on-a-stick truck.’”

• RJ Currie of sportsdeke.com: “NBA Commissioner Adam Silver called it ‘an extremely

significant issue’ that NBA teams rest the stars people want to see.

‘Nothing to worry about here,’ said the Brooklyn Nets.”

• Comedy writer Alex Kaseberg: “Kentucky lost to North Carolina 75-73 on a buzzer beater. People in Kentucky have not been this depressed since they made it illegal to bring your sister to the prom.”

• Janice Hough of leftcoastsportsbabe. com: “The Raiders sent out an email today to season ticket holders offering to let them put down a deposit on tickets in Las Vegas. This is sort of like your significant other telling you he/she is leaving you for someone else as soon as they get their home built, but she’d love to have you come to the housewarming party.”

• Stephen Colbert of CBS Late Show fame: “Today we learned that Donald Trump is violating another norm because he won’t throw out the first pitch at the Washington Nationals’ opening day. I don’t know why. Maybe he’s worried his hands are too small to palm a baseball.”

Conan O’Brien of TBS: “President Trump has turned down a chance to throw out the first pitch on opening day for the Washington Nationals.

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Sun Country staff changes Sun Country Regional Health Authority Chairperson Marilyn Charlton announced that CEO Marga Cugnet and Vice President Murray Goeres have accepted the Voluntary Separation Package offered by the provincial government.

In her March 30 announcement, Charlton

NOTICE OF PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL TOWN OF ARCOLA Pursuant to subsection 217 of The Municipalities Act, notice is hereby given that the assessment roll for the Town of Arcola for the year 2017 has been prepared and is open to inspection in the office of the assessor from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm on the following days: Monday to Friday from March 31st to May 31st, 2017.

A bylaw pursuant to section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required.

Any person who wishes to appeal against his or her assessment or classification to the Board of Revision is required to file his or her notice of appeal including the applicable assessment appeal fee with: The Assessor Town of Arcola Box 359, Arcola, SK S0C 0G0 By the 31st day of May, 2017.

Dated this 31st day of March, 2017.

thanked Cugnet and Goeres for their long and dedicated years of service and wished them well in their future endeavors.

As the province of Saskatchewan moves to one Provincial Health Authority to plan and deliver health care services in a more consistent and

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47-2 Cornerstone Theatre Inc. presents “WHILE THE LIGHTS WERE OUT” by Jack Shirley. Dinner Theatre - April 28th & 29th, Tickets: $35. Cocktails at 6 p.m. - Supper at 7 p.m. - Performance at 8 p.m. Matinee - Sunday, April 30th, 2 p.m. Tickets $20, Carlyle Memorial Hall; Box Office: Pearl Boutique, (306) 453-4488.

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46-4 Monday, May 1st to Friday, May 5th: Dickens Thrift Sale. Drop off Monday & Tuesday. Major fundraiser for Dickens festival and Carlyle museum.

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RM of Tecumseh celebrates service The R.M. of Tecumseh representatives gathered together to acknowledge the retirement of three employees:

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Every life is a story.

There are milestones that we can’t wait to share, while there are others that we wish we didn’t have to.

These stages of life are an undeniable part of the human journey, and we invite you to share yours with us in our weekly Life’s Milestones.

Are you celebrating an anniversary or birth, or you’d like to announce your engagement? Is your youngest child graduating, or perhaps a colleague is retiring? Has a loved one passed away, or would you like to remember one in some special way?

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OBITUARIES Devona Mary Nicholson December 14, 1936 - March 29, 2017

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Lloyd Muma has been filling the position of Administrator for the RM of Tecumseh for the last couple years. He is retiring and moving on from this position leaving new administrator Alysson Slater to fill the job.

A kind and caring friend to so many, Vonnie was born in Carnduff, SK to Alfred and Genevieve Mitchell on 14 December 1936.

She passed away during heart surgery on 29 March 2017.

Vonnie grew up in Carnduff, part of a large and loving family.

Raised by her widowed mother, she quit school early to work as a telephone operator. She married Art Nicholson in 1956, and they moved around south eastern Saskatchewan during the early years of their marriage. With two daughters, they settled in Lampman, where Art worked for the Rural Municipality of Browning, and Vonnie worked at the Co-op. They were members of Faith Lutheran Church and active in the general community. Known for her wonderful baking, Vonnie often made dozens of donuts, buns, pies, and cinnamon rolls for community functions, and school fundraisers. She was a creative force in multiple ways: quilting, refinishing antiques, and gardening. She was an avid baseball fan and a fearsome fastball coach. Vonnie loved the natural world, especially the birds, but often waged war with the Saskatchewan climate as she worked to grow roses, uncommon vegetables, and assorted fruit trees. Her busy and vibrant life continued after she and Art retired. In 2010, they moved to Camrose, where they have become part of the Brookside, Bethel, and Augustana communities. Everywhere she went, Vonnie became a surrogate mother or loving friend to so many. She did not suffer foolishness, but she was unfailingly kind and caring to everyone, even the fool. She loved life, she loved to laugh, and she made everyone at every gathering feel like family.

Vonnie was the feisty matriarch of a large and loving (and noisy) family. She is lovingly remembered by her adoring husband of 60 years, Art; her children, Roxanne (Wayne) Harde of Camrose, Michelle (Kris Lepianka) Nicholson of Maple Ridge, BC; her grandchildren, Erin (Gord Burt) Harde of Calgary, and Alex Lepianka of Sackville, NB; and, her great-grandchildren, Arwyn and Bristol Burt of Calgary. She also leaves to mourn beloved cousins, nephews and nieces, and their families: Diane (Roy) Atcheynum and Dave (Linda) Unraw; Eldon (Marlene) Thompson and Donalee Patton; Brian Mitchell; the Carvers, Les, Alf, Doris, Ian, Dew, and Daryl; the Mitchells, Blaine (Jill), Curt (Paula), and Geoff (Jody); the Mitchells, Christine (Rick), Tracy, and Monte (Nicki).

Vonnie was predeceased by her parents, Alfred and Genevieve; her Aunt Doris and Uncle Ab; her siblings, Pete, Don, Viv, Gord, and Durl, and their spouses, Doreen, Sharon, and Kathy; and her nephew, Chad (Jill) Mitchell.

A Funeral Service was held at 1:00 p.m., on Saturday, April 1, 2017 from Bethel Lutheran Church in Camrose, Alberta, with Rev. Deborah Ann Taylor officiating.

If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to the Bethel Lutheran Church.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.

Burgar Funeral Home Camrose & Daysland in care of arrangements. 780-672-2121.

“Dedicated service since 1906”

REDVERS UNITED LUTHERAN SHARED MINISTRY Photo submitted

Marilyn Bowes (middle) has been working for the Tecumseh RM since before 2000. She is retiring onto other endeavours. Zandra Slater (left), Dwight Shields (right).

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SERVICES FOR THE MONTH OF APRIL (EVERY SUNDAY)

at Dannevirke Lutheran Church Redvers, SK Every Sunday at 10:00 a.m.

Good Friday Service at 10 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.

Photo submitted

Ernie Debusschere (middle) has retired from RM of Tecumseh. He has been on council about 34 years starting January 1983.

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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DRILLING REPORT

Friday, April 7, 2017

Public library budget cuts: fact sheet

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Town of Arcola

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The Crescent Point Leisure Complex in Carlyle is now accepting resumes for the following positions:

• Assistant Manager • Head Guard • Full/Part time Lifeguards • Instructors • Concession

The Town of Arcola is now accepting applications for the full-time position of Public Works Maintenance Assistant.

This position is deemed permanent and will work directly under the direction of the Town Foreman.

Email resume to: carlylecomplex@gmail.com APPLICATION DEADLINE APRIL 10TH, 2017

On March 22, 2017 the Saskatchewan Provincial Government announced a 58% cut to funding for the Regional Public Library system.

These cuts will directly impact the Regional Library Headquarters’ ability to coordinate services to Saskatchewan’s rural public library branch network.

Without Headquarters operations, local rural public library branches and their communities will lose the following services: • No new materials such as books, DVDs or magazines will be purchased or processed.

• No ability to transfer books or other items between library branches.

• No digital resources such as e-books, e-audiobooks, streaming music, streaming

This posting will remain open until successfully filled and only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

For more details contact the Town of Arcola at 306-455-2212 or arcadmin@sasktel.net.

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SUMMER STUDENT Redvers Tourism

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Opportunity Is Knocking

The Redvers Tourism Committee is now accepting resumes for a full time summer position starting on the May long weekend and ending September long weekend.

The position is for performing food services in the Log Cabin and working with the public. Must be willing to work some weekends.

Beautiful Rocky Mountain House Alberta Hunting. Fishing. Camping

Application deadline is

April 15, 2017

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Send Resumes to:

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movies, or downloadable newspapers and magazines.

• No province wide integrated computer system for rural branches.

• No coordination of literacy programs such as Aboriginal Storytelling Month or Summer Reading Club.

• No payroll system or administrative support. Public Library staff will have to become employees of their municipality.

• No I.T. support for staff and public access computers or the computer network.

• No guidance, professional advice, or support to local library boards.

• No training or supervision for local branch staff.

• No special programming kits such as book club or makerspace kits.

It is important that all the residents of Saskatchewan understand the implications of what will occur with these budget cuts and how it will impact our communities, especially rural and remote communities.

In order to preserve rural public library services, municipalities may choose to make up the loss in provincial funding. A $5.77 per capita grant from municipalities within Southeast Regional Library’s service area would be required.

All Saskatchewan residents are encouraged to please contact their MLA’s and municipal governments to express their opinions on this matter.

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NEWS

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Call for volunteers for 2018 Tim Hortons Brier The search is on for volunteers for the 2018 Tim Hortons Brier, March 3-11 in Regina, and we’re hoping you can get the word out to your audience to make this event even better!! Those interested in volunteering can go to: http://www.curling. ca/2018brier/volunteers to sign up!

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF VOLUNTEERING? • Receive the official volunteer clothing • Access to the famous Patch with live entertainment • Limited edition volunteer pin (not available to the general public) • Volunteer handbook • Invitation to the volunteer appreciation party • Access to the venue when not on shift. Seats are available based on capacity, reserved seating is not provided. For those volunteers who want reserved

seats, it is suggested that they purchase tickets.

GENERAL INFORMATION • You must be 19 years of age or older as of March 3, 2018, to volunteer for the 2018 Tim Hortons Brier.

• Dependent on response from volunteers, all applications MAY NOT be required/accepted.

• Every effort will be made to assign volunteers to their area of choice. We hope volunteers will want to assist in any area.

CONDITIONS OF VOLUNTEERING By applying to become a Volunteer for the 2018 Tim Hortons Brier, you acknowledge and agree with the following: • A minimum contribution of 30 hours volunteer service will be required for the event (flexibility can be arranged if necessary).

• Volunteers are required to wear official event

uniform at a cost of $100 This fee also contributes to the volunteer reward package detailed under “Benefits of Volunteering” listed above. This fee will be collected when you register online. At the same time you will choose your uniform size and submit a photograph for your accreditation.

• Authorization to perform a background check for those volunteers working in the Banking area and those working with Junior Stars.

• Authorization for photographs to be taken and used by Curling Canada.

• Photo identification is required for accreditation.

• We will use email to communicate with volunteers. Please provide your email address when applying through this volunteer system. Adjust your privacy settings on your email account to allow the receipt of emails from us.

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THE OBSERVER

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What is your community doing for Canada Day this year?

Let us know by April 30th and we will include it in the 2017 South East Saskatchewan Summer Vacationer! or email at observer@sasktel.net Call us at 306-453-2525

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Many people are affected by cancer each year. The treatments can take a toll on the human body and as a result hair loss is a typical side effect. Thus, charities have established hair donation sites to create wigs.

According the Canadian Cancer Society’s website approximately eight to 15 ponytails are needed to create one real-hair wig.

Locally, Kelly Running, the editor of The Observer, grows her hair to donate: “I let my hair grow, and every two years it’s long enough that I am able to cut and donate it to Pantene Beautiful Lengths, which is partnered with the Canadian Cancer Society.”

Pantene Beautiful Lengths was created in 2007 by Proctor & Gamble Canada, in partnership with the Canadian Cancer Society. Pantene Beautiful Lengths accepts hair donations, then makes and distributes real-hair wigs to Canadian Cancer Society wig banks across the country at no cost to the Cancer Society or to the individual’s receiving the wigs.

Since 2007, over 70,000 ponytails have been donated through Pantene Beautiful Lengths.

However, Pantene Beautiful Lengths requires a minimum of eight inches of hair, it cannot have been chemically treated (bleach, colour, or perm), and must be no more than five percent gray. For many people who like to colour their hair, this becomes a problem for donating it.

There are other charities, which also work with donated hair including Angel Hair For Kids, which requires at least 12 inches of hair and cannot be chemically treated; or Locks of Love which does accept coloured or permed hair except for bleached hair, and they require a minimum of 10 inches to create a hairpiece.

Look into the one best suited for you: Pantene Beautiful Lengths http://www.pantene.ca/ en-ca/brandexperience/

“I let my hair grow, and every two years it’s long enough that I am able to cut and donate my hair to Pantene Beautiful Lengths, which is partnered with the Canadian Cancer Society,” explained Kelly Running, editor of The Observer.

make-the-cut, Angel Hair For Kids - http:// www.acvf.ca/angelhair-for-kids, and Locks of Love - http://www. locksoflove.org/get-involved/ When donating to any of the sites hair must be clean (shampoo and/or condition), gather hair at the nape of the neck and put it into a ponytail – keep the band tight as hair

that comes out of the band or is swept up off the floor is not accepted – cut your hair just above the elastic. Feel free to place a second tie to ensure hair does not fall out of the ponytail.

Then place the ponytail, with elastic band, once dry in a zipper-locked bag and seal tightly.

Place that in a padded or plastic envelope and send to the charity of your choice.