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The Arcola Optimist Club’s Snowmobile Rally celebrated 25 years on Saturday, Jan. 27. The annual spectacle featured over $30,000 in prizes and even though the weather was less than ideal for sledders, the event still drew snowmobilers and spectators alike to Arcola’s Prairie Place Hall for the day-long festivities. As part of the quarter-century celebrations, the Optimists commissioned a 25th anniversary helmet from Regina artist Art Lima. Pictured (l-r) are Optimist Club members: Kevin Paton, Alan Burton, Glen Lawson and Randy James. (See story on page 3)

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Expect to go through a wide range of emotions this week. You’ll also reconsider your relationship with certain people and realize that you’d be better off without a few of them.

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You may get hit with the winter blues this week. There’s nothing like getting some exercise to make you feel better. You might even discover the joys of a new winter sport.

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GEMINI

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You’ll start to plan a trip or a pilgrimage. Expect to spend several months getting everything organized. Your patience will pay off with the experience of a lifetime.

You’ll find yourself with a mountain of work to do, and most of it will be urgent. While this will be stressful, it will also prove valuable to your overall career path.

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Lack of sleep could catch up to you this week. You may need to make an appointment with your doctor to stop to find events happening start feeling like yourself again.

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This week will be all about tying up loose ends and finishing what you’ve started. You’ll also find the perfect remedy to a health problem you’ve been dealing with for a while.

SAGITTARIUS

SAGITTARIUS

You appreciate good company and will dedicate yourself entirely to those you hold dear. Be careful, though. Some people may take advantage of your generosity.

You’ll succeed in growing your circle of friends, which will lead you to spend more time than usual on social media. More and more people are recognizing your talent thanks to word of mouth.

You’re under a lot of pressure at work, and you’ll be asked to do even more this week to help the company secure a large account.

You could join the gym to improve your mental state.

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CAPRICORN

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You’ll spend a lot of time with your family this week. You might consider moving to a different town.

The change of scenery would benefit you greatly.

You’ll feel on top of the world this week. You’re ready for everything life throws your way, and your professional life will benefit greatly from this newfound enthusiasm.

An unexpected bump in the road could slow you down. It may be a good idea to reschedule a few meetings this week to avoid becoming overwhelmed. The time is right for you to start your own business.

A few of your friends will invite you to join them on a spontaneous trip.

Nothing will make you happier than having your feet in the sand while winter rages on at home.

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You’ll spend a lot of time at the office, but your hard work will certainly pay off in the form of a promotion or pay raise. You’ll spontaneously decide to try a new sport.

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This week will be stressful for one reason or another. You’ll find the necessary motivation to start eating healthier or exercising more regularly.

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25th anniversary for Arcola Optimist Snowmobile Rally Lynne Bell

Observer Staff

Even without the snow - and snowmobiles - the Arcola Optimist Club celebrated its annual snowmobile rally in style, awarding in excess of $30,000 in prizes to the hundreds of sledders and non-sledders from near and far who filled Arcola’s Prairie Place Hall by the end of the day - not only celebrating decades of snowmobiling, but also supporting a variety of community causes.

Husband and wife team Laurie and Jackie Kyle and their friend Candace Grevais Doan - all of Estevan - are avid snowmobilers and have attended the Arcola rally since it began.

“We’ve come to Arcola since it started and we’ll keep on coming to Arcola,” says Laurie, while Gervais Doan added with a smile: “No snow; it’s still a go.”

The day of food and fun ended with draws for prizes totalling $30,000. The event’s grand prize winner - Brian Craig of Arcola - won the choice of four vehicles supplied by Moose Mountain Leisure in Carlyle: a 2018 Arctic Cat 8000 141 HC snowmobile, a 2018 Arctic Cat Alterra Mudpro LTD quad, a 2017 Arctic Cat Wildcat Side x Side, or a 2017 Arctic Cat HDX XT EPS Red Side x Side.

Other prizes included two $1,000 cash draws, jewelery from Hillberg & Berk, a complete ice fishing package from Cabela’s, a Manitoba snowmobiling trip and much more.

The sentimental favourite was a 25th anniversary snowmobile rally helmet, painted by Regina artist, Art Lima and commissioned by the Arcola Optimists especially for the rally’s quarter-century celebration.

The club’s secretary-treasurer Glen Lawson says: “Every year, our sponsorship is really, really great and this year is no exception. Their support and the support of everyone who volunteers at the rally and everyone who attends the rally year after year allows the club to carry out community projects and maximixe our contribution to these worthy causes.”

“We’ve heard from many of our sponsors that

Staff photos by Lynne Bell

Arcola Optimist Club President Blake Brownridge and Secretary Treasurer Glen Lawson preside over the prize-giving at the Arcola Optmist Club’s 25th Annual Snowmobile Rally, Saturday, Jan. 27. Addressing the crowd on the occasion of the event’s quarter-century, Brownridge said: “Twenty-five is a pretty remarkable number.” they’re really pleased with the exposure they receive throughout southern Saskatchewan as the result of their contributions to this event,” adds Lawson. “So we’re really pleased about that, too. We’re happy to be able to give something back to them for their ongoing support.”

Trail coordinator and Optmist Club member Kevin Paton agrees, adding: “This event just wouldn’t be possible without the ongoing support of each and every one of our sponsors as well as evey person who supports the rally.”

Lawson says that during the past 25 years, the Arcola Optimists have been able to carry out local legacy projects, largely due to funds raised at the

Some of the smallest volunteers assist with the grand prize draw at the Arcola Optimist Club’s 25th Annual Snowmobile Rally on Saturday, Jan. 27 at Prairie Place Hall in Arcola.

rally.

“It’s our biggest fundraiser,” explains Lawson.

“Our past projects have included the play park in Arcola, the MacMurray Theatre restoration and renovations to the Arcola Optimist Legion Hall, to name a few.”

“This year, we want to start work on a skate board park and we’ll also begin work on moving the RV park in Arcola.”

Optimist Club President Blake Brownridge addressed the crowd saying, “Thank you all for coming out to the rally for 25 years and thank you to our sponsors. Without everyone’s support, we couldn’t support our community.”

Members of the Arcola High School 2018 graduating class worked the popcorn stand at the Arcola Snowmobile Rally to raise funds for graduation celebrations this spring. Pictured (l-r) are: Hunter Rolufs, David Koshy, Cody Johnston, Hannah Johnston and Hayden Cutler.

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Local 10-year-old author wins SICC Book Writing Competition with Nakota language book Kelly Running Observer Staff

Bronte Big Eagle (10-years-old), son of Juanita McArthur Big Eagle and Jason Big Eagle, from Ocean Man First Nation won the opportunity to become a printed author last year through the Saskatchewan Indigenous Cultural Centre (SICC) Book Writing Competition.

His book, “The Legend of the T-Rex’s Short Arms,” was written and illustrated by Bronte.

“I like dinosaurs and I thought about making a book about dinosaurs,” Bronte stated at a ‘Meet the Author’ night in Stoughton hosted by the Stoughton library and school. “I’m thinking about another one, ‘How the Duck Lip Dinosaur got Duck Lips.’”

His favourite part of creating the book?

“Drawing the pictures.”

“He’s full of ideas,” Juanita smiled. “He’s al-

ways wanted to do a series.”

“He loves reading, you can’t get him out of a book,” Juanita said; while Bronte added that reading is one of his favourite things to do.

The competition was open to youth from Kindergarten to Grade 12 and this is the first book translated to Nakota to win.

“We found out he won in July last year and he read his story at a Language Conference, Nov. 23 to 25, in Saskatoon in front of 400 people,” Juanita explained. She credited 4-H Public Speaking with helping him accomplish that task, while thanking the school for being flexible with Bronte’s language days.

The win is an exciting one for the young man who is not only a creative author, but is contributing to the awakening of the Nakota language.

Bronte Big Eagle holds up his book, “The Legend of the T-Rex’s Short Arms,” during the ‘Meet the Author’ night hosted in Stoughton by the library and school.

Big Eagle won the Saskatchewan Indigenous Cultural Centre (SICC) Book Writing Competition last year.

Staff photos by Kelly Running

Bronte Big Eagle holds up his SICC winning book at the “Meet the Author” night hosted in Stoughton on Wednesday, Jan. 24.

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“The language is going through an awakening,” Juanita explained.

“We’re seeing it in our youth. When he took the book to a Nakota speaker on White Bear, she said that he had made her heart happy. There’s a connection between elder and youth that had been missing.”

Bronte is enjoying learning Nakota, which originally came through Victor Sammy, who the book is dedicated to, who would speak the language to the young man. Now he, along with many who are bringing the language back, relies on Tuffy Helgeson (South Dakota), Mike Turcott (Fort Peck), and Peter Bigstone (Ocean Man).

“It’s an honour to be his mom,” Juanita added. “He’s such an old little guy. All I had wished for in my childhood I see it in him and I’m very thankful for that.”

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(right photo) The cover of Bronte Big Eagle’s first published book, which he wrote and illustrated. He hopes to turn it into a series. xs

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Join the Moose Mountain Snowmobile Club in supporting Prairie Women on Snowmobiles’ efforts Kelly Running Observer Staff

Photo courtesy Prairie Women on Snowmobiles

The Prairie Women on Snowmobiles is a non-profit organization, which focuses on raising awareness of cancer – specifically breast cancer. Through a common hobby of snowmobiling, the participating riders raise funds for breast cancer research. Over 18 years they’ve raised nearly $2.5 million. The Moose Mountain Snowmobile Club is hosting a Banquet and Fundraiser on Tuesday, Feb. 6 (advance tickets only).

Mischief to Gordon F. Kells High School and Carlyle Observer Carlyle detachment is requesting the public’s assistance in locating person(s) responsible for mischief done to the Gordon F. Kells sign and to the Carlyle Observer building. Both the front sign of the High School and the south wall of the Observer office were spray painted sometime

between the night of Jan. 5 and the morning of Jan. 6.

Police are asking the public to keep their eyes open for this sort of activity and gather as much information from suspects as possible.

If you have any information about this or any other crime, please

contact Carlyle RCMP at 1-306-453-6707 or you may call Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), through Sasktel Mobility Network at *8477, or submit a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers. com where you can also view information on other unsolved crimes.

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Screen off! Family time on!

Wondering what to get your family for Christmas this year?

The array of electronic devices is tempting as new models of televisions, DVD players, computers, cell phones, video games, IPads and IPods line the store shelves. But, did you know that children younger than 2 should have NO screen time at all? Or that children aged 2-5 years should not have more than 1 hour of screen time each day? It’s hard to turn the screens off completely. If allowing

your child to watch TV, make it an active learning time. Watch with your child and talk about what is happening.

The best gift you can give your children this year is your time.

Plan some fun family activities with games, crafts, books and music.

Enjoy the time you spend together.

Turn off the TV and try some of these Family Fun Ideas!

• read, write and sing together • have a family game night • go for a walk

• check out the library, or the local rink • make a meal together • have a family pajama party and read your favourite stories together • listen to music together Enjoying Family Fun and sharing time together strengthens your family bond and encourages learning and communication.

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The Prairie Women on Snowmobiles is a non-profit organization, which focuses on raising awareness of cancer – specifically breast cancer. Through a common hobby of snowmobiling, the participating riders raise funds for breast cancer research. Over 18 years they’ve raised nearly $2.5 million.

“In the past four years over $150,000 has also been raised for the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency which has been used to purchase equipment for medical facilities in Saskatchewan,” the Prairie Women on Snowmobiles website states. “The group was formed when two friends, one a breast cancer survivor, asked her friend to snowmobile across Saskatchewan to raise funds for breast cancer research.

Together the two planned, organized and implemented PWOS. The goal since inception is to have this Mission go across Saskatchewan each and every year to raise the funding for breast cancer research.”

Ten volunteer snowmobilers partake in the event each year making their way through various cities and towns over six days and 1,400 kilometres.

“Volunteerism is the whole picture of PWOS women dedicating their time, resources, and sleds to help make the Missions so successful,” the website explains.

This year they will be kicking off their event in Regina on Saturday, Feb. 3, with riding be-

ginning on Sunday, Feb. 4. They will be going through local communities including Kipling, Kisbey, Kenosee Lake, Redvers, Carnduff, Oxbow, Arcola, Lampman, and Stoughton.

Organized for Tuesday, Feb. 6, is a fundraiser and banquet being hosted by the Moose Mountain Snowmobile Club. The event is being hosted at the Kenosee Inn with doors opening at 6 p.m., followed by a roast beef supper at 6:45

p.m. There will be local entertainment, a silent auction, and raffle items available as well as the opportunity to meet the ladies riding with Prairie Women on Snowmobiles.

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by Tender The Town of Carlyle is offering for sale, as is, Lot 2, Block 24, Plan D1465 (202 5th Street West).

As this is tax title property, Council reserves the right to reject any bid that is not sufficient to cover the amount of all outstanding arrears of taxes, penalties and costs. This property is 15.24m x 38.42m, and is zoned residential R2.

Please submit sealed tenders, clearly marked “Land Tender” to the Town of Carlyle, Box 10, Carlyle, SK S0C 0R0 or drop off at the Town Office located at 100 Main Street, Carlyle, SK by 4:00pm on Friday, February 16, 2018.

Tenders will be opened by Council at the Regular Meeting of February 21, 2018.

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Weekly RCMP report Kelly Running Observer Staff

The Carlyle detachment of the RCMP responded to a variety of calls between Thursday, Jan. 18, and the morning of Thursday, Jan.

25.

911 calls An individual was fined $400 at court for misuse of 911.

Assault An assault occurred in the Carlyle area.

Members responded and dealt with the individual the call involved.

It was determined to be a Mental Health Act file and the individual was lodged for a brief period at the detachment where

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the RCMP ensured the individual obtained their medication. The individual was taken home.

There was an assault with a weapon reported in Carlyle. It occurred during a social event at a residence where marijuana was being used.

An argument developed and police were called to the house. Those in attendance refused to cooperate.

Assistance RCMP assisted EMS to a call in the Wawota area; both emergency services were called off before arrival.

Members assisted with a Child Welfare matter.

Two Mental Health Act matters are currently under investigation.

RCMP were involved in a proactive meeting with an establishment in Carlyle that serves alcohol relating to drinking and driving.

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Driving infractions A careless driver was reported in the Carlyle area. The vehicle was located, but the driver was no longer in the vehicle.

An impaired driver was stopped in the Carlyle area driving with samples of 0.16 blood alcohol – twice the legal limit.

A 72-hour roadside suspension was given to an individual with a history of drinking and driving. SGI extended this suspension to 90 days.

There was a report of an impaired driving in the Manor area.

Members were unable to locate the individual.

A vehicle was stopped for not having a licence plate and fined $175. There was also liquor found in the vehicle and an inspection notice was issued for an inadequate muffler/exhaust.

Three motor vehicles were without insurance and charged $580. One of the three included a letter sent in the mail to the owner of the vehicle as members were working on another matter.

An unregistered trailer was stopped.

A single intersection ticket violation occurred and a warning was issued.

There were numerous speeding violations which occurred with the highest ticket being for $150.

Many inspection tickets were also issued for window tint and several for damaged windshields.

An individual was fined $100 for failing to produce a driver’s licence upon request by an officer.

A vehicle stopped for speeding was also issued a warning for their taillight and wind-

shield.

Two vehicles were stopped regarding auxiliary lamps and headlights.

An individual was stopped for an obstructed licence plate.

Ensuring the licence plate is readable is the responsibility of the driver and they must clean any mud or snow off of it.

Two people were charged for using their cell phone while driving and fined $280.

A vehicle parked at the Carlyle Arena was ticketed for parking in a designated “no parking” zone. “We do have bigger things to be working on,” Staff Sergeant Darren Simons explained.

“But we also can’t ignore the little things.”

A collision was reported to RCMP. It was determined to be a non-reportable collision and both parties are dealing with the occurrence through their insurance.

Liquor Act An individual was charged with having liquor in a vehicle and fined $360.

RCMP investigated a report of an underage drinker, but the case was not solved.

False alarm A false alarm in the Carlyle area was determined to be a child playing with a key fob.

Mischief Property damage was reported.

Theft Two theft investigations were conducted and both were determined to be associated with the Mental Health Act. Cannabis Seizure of marijuana at a Carlyle area residence was conducted. One person will be charged.

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An off-duty member observed an interaction between a person on a no contact order with an individual. The member used discretion and told the person on the no contact order to turn themselves in as there were also warrants out for them. The individual refused, so was arrested and lodged for failing to comply.

An argument at a residence resulted in a 911 call. Members arrived and discovered there were conditions regarding a no contact order. Members used discretion and did not charge the individual – the contact order was later changed in court.

Break and Enter An oilfield theft was reported near Redvers when fuel was stolen from a generator after being broken into.

Two break and enter files involving cottages were investigated: one was unfounded and the other is under investigation.

Criminal Harassment An individual was arrested and charged in court for criminal harassment – they were continually driving by a victim’s residence.

Harassing Communications Two ongoing files of harassing communications are open: one is in the Carlyle area and the other is in the Redvers area.

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‘An Artful Afternoon’ in Carlyle Lynne Bell

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‘An Artful Afternoon’ returned to Carlyle courtesy of Cornerstone Family and Youth and the Carlyle Public Library.

The Saturday, Jan. 27 event featured art activities, games, storytelling, art displays and a raffle for a literacy basket - and although the afternoon was free of charge, donations to benefit the library were “gladly accepted,” according to CFY Coordinator, Jenn Sedor.

“It’s an event that’s open to everyone,” says Sedor. “Families are invited to sit down together at our activity table, enjoy the variety of art on display and listen to some fantastic stories told by our resident storyteller and children’s author, Margaret Bell.”

“We’re showcasing artistic creations made by the kids in CFY’s after-school art classes,” adds Sedor. “But really, the entire event is part of Cornerstone Family and Youth’s ongoing mission to provide accessible and affordable programming for local youth and their families.”

“CFY also aims to raise awareness of and partner with other family-friendly organizations - which is another reason we’re here at the library today.”

To learn more, visit www.cfyprograms.com.

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Cornerstone Family and Youth Coordinator Jenn Sedor (pictured) says Saturday, Jan. 27’s ‘An Artful Afternoon’ at the Carlyle Public Library “Is part of CFY’s ongoing mission to provide accessible and affordable programming to local youth and their families.”

*AMENDMENT* PUBLIC NOTICE RM OF BROCK NO. 64 Public notice is hereby given that the Council of the RM of Brock No. 64 intends to adopt a bylaw under The Planning and Development Act, 2007 to amend Bylaw No. 1983-40, known as the Zoning Bylaw.

INTENT The proposed Zoning Bylaw amendment will allow for two residential subdivisions with no maximum site size in the Agricultural District. It also repeals the requirement that the residential subdivisions must not occur on lands with an agricultural capability rating of class 1, 2 or 3.

AFFECTED LAND The affected lands include all lands in the Agricultural District.

REASON The reason for the amendment is to allow for two residential subdivisions with no maximum site size off of a quarter section in the Agricultural District. It also repeals the requirement that the residential subdivisions must not occur on lands with an agricultural capability rating of class 1, 2 or 3.

PUBLIC INSPECTION Any person may inspect the bylawsor the proposed plan of subdivision at the RM of Brock No. 64 office located in Kisbeyduring regular office hours. Copies of the bylaw will be made available.

Participants of all ages enjoyed an afternoon of free and family-themed fun at ‘An Artful Afternoon’ at the Carlyle Public Library, Saturday, Jan. 27. Here, local children’s author, Margaret Bell entertains some young participants with a story.

Marks of true friendship

By Linda Wegner Of all the places we’ve lived in our nearly 50 years of marriage, I can think of only one neighbour who didn’t become a friend. While we certainly didn’t become buddies with every one of them, we always had a good relationship and we were quick to watch out for each other’s welfare. (In fact, just yesterday I received another act of kindness from neighbours across the street. While waiting for the bus, they stopped and offered me a ride to town where my meeting was being held. It wasn’t necessary but given the rain and wind, it was most welcome.)

Solomon has a lot to say about friendship; in fact, I counted nearly twenty references to the subject. For example, I love the words of Proverbs 17:9: “He who conceals a transgression seeks love, but he who repeats a matter separates intimate friends.”

There’s little more valuable and comforting than to have friends you know you can trust completely – after all, who of us hasn’t failed or provided fodder for gossip should someone wish to spread it around?

Given that we all fail, how should real friends react to wrongs done to them or to others? In another passage (Proverbs 25:9) Solomon instructs friends to discuss the matter between themselves: “Debate your case with your neighbour himself and do not disclose the secret to another….” If there’s a key to genuine and lasting friendship, I believe it’s got to be genuine trustworthiness.

Then there is the element of exhorting and encouraging one another; I especially like The Passion Translation rendering of Proverbs 27:9 “Sweet friendships refresh the soul and awaken our hearts with joy, for good friends are like the anointing oil that yields the fragrant incense of God’s presence.”

Friends – be they living nearby or dwelling in our hearts, they’re a genuine gift.

PUBLIC HEARING Council will hold a public hearing for the Zoning Bylaw amendment on February 20, 2018 at 1:00 P.M. at the RM of Brock No. 64 office located at 790 Railway Ave, Kisbey, SK. The purpose of the public hearing is to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed bylaws.

Council will also consider written comments received at the hearing (or delivered to the undersigned at the municipal office before the hearing).

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“It is not for us to forecast the future, but to shape it.”

- Antoine De Saint-Exupery

New premier chosen

Well it’s the end of the Brad Wall era in Saskatchewan. The Sask Party has chosen Scott Moe as their next leader and he will become the 15th premier in the province’s history.

The votes from the Sask Party were quite split, however, as he only won with 4.483 votes of the 17,159 Sask Party memKelly Running bers that cast their ballots.

Observer Staff The MLA for Rosthern-Shellbrook and now former Minister of Environment will be set to task immediately. He will have to staff his office, decide on cabinet members, and the budget is the top priority once those two tasks have been completed.

Moe’s promises when it comes to the province include a removal of PST on crop, life, accident, and health insurance; a five percent workforce reduction in executive council and Crown Corporation staff through attrition and retirement.

He has also promised the education system $30 million to be put towards education, educational assistants, and support staff in schools… something the Wall government had been cutting.

Critics are saying that the promise of increased funding for schools and a balanced budget will be out of reach for the new Premier, but he had worked on the previous budget cycle and maintains a commitment to balancing the budget.

When it comes to politics I know a balanced budget looks good. The only thing better would be if they fixed the numbers on the budget so we were making money because obviously it’s never good to lose money. However, the problem with a budget is that it’s just that it’s an estimate. You can anticipate how much something will be, how much you’ll spend here or there, and how much income the province will garner; but, none of that is set in stone and things can change.

Moe is considered to have strong rural ties and has stated that he opposes the provincial NDP and will stand up to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in regards to the federally imposed carbon tax as he spoke on Saturday; but, will anything come of this or not is the question.

I still wonder if we allow the carbon tax and just give deductions and money back… after all the money stays in the province and would be another stream of revenue for those in power. With a cap and trade program too, you’re able to lower costs for large industries as they can have the ability to use what is allocated to other businesses.

When it comes to politics, I would say I am slightly left of centre, but I don’t personally feel one party in Canada is really all that different than another. So, although this is simply a party head change, it will be interesting to see if there is much of a difference from under Wall. I never agreed with cutting funding to education, so now that Moe wants to bring back some of that funding I’ve warmed to him already. But, politics are never as straight forward as we outside of them think they are.

It will be interesting to see what happens with our next elections, which is scheduled to be held no later than Nov. 2, 2020.

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Litigating in public what law struggles with I am not one of the hundreds of thousands of Canadian women who have reported it. I am not among the number that remain unreported. I do not carry the scars of sexual assault, and for this I am extremely grateful. I have sat with and listened to heart wrenching accounts of women who shared their pain; a high school student who was vicMy Outlook timized by an athlete billeting at Shelley Luedtke their house, another who was removed from her home when an attempt to take her own life led to the revelations of sexual assault by a stepbrother…and on it goes. The statistics indicate we all know someone who has a story--even if they aren’t ready yet to share it.

No one who has been victimized should be silenced. Too many, for too long, have had to live in the shadows because they weren’t heard or believed.

Those days absolutely had to come to an end. But it leaves us wondering where we are now.

More than 10 years ago Tarana Burke was impacted by a conversation with a 13-year old girl who shared the abuse she was experiencing. Burke, overcome by the encounter, found someone she felt would be better qualified to help, but in doing so regretted her inability to say to the young girl, “me too.” Last fall, when a celebrity encouraged victims to use that hashtag, the movement exploded. In just one 24 hour period there were 4.7 million people engaged in an on-line #metoo conversation. We are now witnessing a torrent of accusations and investigations, and the downfall of many high profile careers.

According to Section 11 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms we are presumed innocent until proven guilty under the law. Our law, the Criminal Code of Canada, does not define sexual assault.

Instead the Supreme Court has interpreted it as that which violates the sexual integrity of the victim. This has raised questions for those in the media, in workplaces, and on college campuses of the differences between assault, harassment and inappropriate conduct. What is a violation? What is punishable under the law? And what are companies and organizations to do if they work with someone who is accused of such behaviour?

We know the answer. As soon as accusations are made there has been swift reaction. As public out-

rage grows we have seen the removal of prominent individuals from corporations, the entertainment industry, political parties and advisory boards. Repeated patterns of harassment and lurid behaviour must be stopped and prosecuted. There is no place for that in any of our workplaces. But what do we do with careless and inappropriate remarks? Is this a time for discipline and correction? The conversation it has prompted is important and, long overdue, but the fear many have is that in our effort to show victims our support, we are creating a culture where innocence is no longer a presumption, and we are litigating in public the offences that don’t have a clear definition under the law.

I listened to one activist tell another woman to keep quiet about things she knew nothing about if she wasn’t willing to stand with all women who have come forward. This was after a guest expressed her concern about the possibility that unfounded accusations and careless remarks could irreparably damage someone’s career, family and reputation.

The activist went on to tell her if she wasn’t the victim of assault herself she had nothing of value to add to the discussion. That activist, who speaks on women’s issues, does not represent someone like me, nor does she want to, because I don’t fit her parameters of who should have a voice in this conversation.

There’s another group too, who aren’t being talked about in this. A group that is as concerned about what is happening as everyone else. A group that is finding itself in a difficult place because the nature of the conversation dismisses their concerns.

They are the men, millions of them, who are decent, respectful people of character who treat women in an honourable way. They are the bosses, brothers, co-workers and coaches who ensure workplaces, homes and community organizations are safe places. They are the ones who see women as strong, independent and capable people but now, as they work alongside them, find themselves maneuvering through a vexing series of potential hazards.

Advocacy groups, marches and movements are important in providing a platform in which to talk about these issues, but in doing so we should not shut out those who have something to add. There are workplaces in which abuse, harassment and inappropriate conduct simply do not occur. As we envision future work environments where this is the case we need to have these people in the conversation to help us move forward...because they are already there. That’s my outlook.

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Managing Your Money What a rate hike means to you

Last July, the Bank of Canada (BoC) raised its key interest rate by 25 basis points, from 0.50 percent to 0.75 percent. The upward move, the first in seven years, was quickly followed by Canada’s largest banks raising their prime interest rates.

While an uptick in the overnight lending rate is a sign of the government’s confidence in the growth of the Canadian economy, it has specific financial implications for Canadian consumers.

Homeowners and prospective homebuyers, in particular, will now have to contend with a greater cost of borrowing and homeownership, which could potentially alter their financial planning.

With the prospect of further rate increases prospective

homeowners shouldn’t do their mortgage calculations on 2.5-percent five-year fixed rates anymore, but on a more realistic 5-percent to 6-percent five-year fixed, he says.

Financial plans may also need to change. As interest rates go up and you need to renew your mortgage, you should consider the impact on your weekly and monthly cash flow. For instance, if you have a $400,000 mortgage at a 2.5-percent interest rate you may be paying about $448 a week, but a 1-percent hike will increase your weekly payout by about $50. If interest rates go up by 2 to 4 percent, you could be faced with an additional $100 per week on your mortgage payment.

The BoC’s decision to hike rates also serves as a reminder

that you need to periodically stress-test your mortgage at a higher rate. A small increase isn’t going to be detrimental to a lot of people initially, but over time if those rates do increase, you’re going to feel it Therefore, now may be a good time to switch to a fixed-rate mortgage, before the rate rises again.

There are also implications for investment portfolios, particularly fixed-income securities. Typically, when rates rise, bond prices drop in value.

Those who have a high concentration in bonds could see their investments take a hit.

That’s why you should have a diversified portfolio and consider investment vehicles that hedge against the negative impact of rising interest rates.

However, there are benefits to

rising rates, including potentially earning more interest in a savings account. Mounting rates tend to strengthen the Canadian dollar, too. Rising rates can help if you’re looking to buy some U.S. dollars for investing in U.S. real estate, or buying American securities.

Rising interest rates mean you may need to reconsider your mortgage costs, rebalance your portfolio and/or update your financial plan.

Ask your professional advisor what’s best for you.

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CULTIVATING CORNER Crop prices

By Calvin Daniels One truth about farming is that acres tend to flow to crops deemed to have the best chance of a good return.

On first look that statement is rather obvious, and would seem to make sense.

If a crop is enjoying good prices it would be wise to grow that crop.

Of course the problem that arises is that good prices today are far from a guarantee of good prices by the time the next crop comes off.

Prices can dip rather quickly in the world of commodities which at the heart of their markets rely on supply and demand.

Certainly over the years government trade subsidies from one country, or another, trade barrier tariffs and other outside pressures have circumvented the supply and demand mechanic of markets, but the amount of a crop available to the world market, and the amount buys need to fulfill their requirements remains a key factor.

And therein lies an ongoing reality for producers.

Producers see good prices as a signal to boost production. They do that by look-

ing to seed more acres. In upping seeded acres they send a message to the market that supply will grow, putting downward pressure on prices. It’s a cycle replayed on an almost annual basis.

So with canola futures edging toward $500 per tonne, thanks to a lower American dollar and soybeans seeming to have found their low benchmark, farmers here seem to see the crop as one to make a dollar on moving forward.

Witness a forecast from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada predicting a one million acre increase in canola area in 2018 compared to 2017. If you estimate a 30 bushel per acre crop that means a significant increase in production could hit the world market in the fall of this year.

The situation has the potential to be more burdensome on the market when coupled with the prediction via Ag Canada which suggests large ending stocks of two million tonnes for the current crop year and 2.25 million

by July 2019. That would compare with the 1.3 million tonnes carried forward from this past crop year.

The situation is one where the signal to produce may well stagnate prices moving through the current year, and into 2019.

And of course Canadian Prairie farmers are not the lone producers on canola either, and some interesting developments may be taking place stateside regarding the crop.

The U.S. Canola Association is looking at a program whereby farmers would receive a federal subsidy for growing the crop – see the outside influences in prices mentioned earlier.

USCA is putting forward a proposal in conjunction with the National Sunflower Association and the American Honey Producers Association to increase the acres planted to canola and sunflowers to provide more suitable habitat for honey bees and wild pollinators.

U.S. growers receive subsidies for adopting conservation stewardship practices such as no-till seeding and variable rate fertilizer application.

Such a move will add another level to the market pressures on the crop should the program being officially launched and farmers in the US adopt it in a major way.

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Local connection to SaskTel Tankard Kelly Running Observer Staff

A men’s curling team with local connections is competing at the SaskTel Tankard being hosted in Estevan: Jan. 31 – Feb. 4.

Andrea McEwen of Carlyle is coaching Team Stewart, which is skipped by Brayden Stewart of Maryfield.

Brody Blackwell of Assiniboia is the lead, brothers from Lloydminster Evan Latos is second and Jared Latos is third, while Oxbow’s Shane Kitz is the team’s alternate.

“I’ve been coaching them juniors for the last three years and this is the first year the

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Team Stewart has earned one of 16 spots at the SaskTel Tankard being hosted in Estevan Jan. 31 – Feb. 4. Team Stewart is made up of Brayden Stewart of Maryfield, Brody Blackwell of Assiniboia, brothers Evan and Jared Latos of Lloydminster, and Shane Kitz of Oxbow.

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Tammie Riddell Sports Contributor Jan. 27 and 28, saw the Cougars hosting their annual tournament. The tournament consisted of 8 teams; Moosomin, Rocanville, Estevan, Weyburn Blues, Radville, Weyburn P & H Wings, Esterhazy and the beloved Cougars. Games started on Saturday morning with Carlyle playing Moosomin. The

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the Tim Hortons Brier.

“It’s a far off goal, but it is a goal,” McEwen said. “They’ve played in various events and will be coming up against familiar teams; they had a close game against Steve Laycock’s team.”

“They’re excited.

They grew up watching these guys and now they have the opportunity to play on arena ice and to be a part of it with these guys is pretty special.”

McEwen is also excited that curling is in the family as her brother is currently competing in the Manitoba provincials.

“They’ve had a fabulous year so far and now they get to go out there with the big boys,” McEwen said smiling.

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opportunity to compete at more men’s events developed,” McEwen explained. “They had lost out in the semifinals at juniors, so we decided to try our hats at the Northerns with no expectations. Out of that they were one of the teams to qualify to compete at the Tankards and they will be the youngest competitors there.”

“It’s a huge accomplishment for these guys.”

The team formed through university connections and McEwen was brought into the fold through her relationship with the Kitz family.

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first goal was scored by Moosomin at 8:20 in the first, they attacked again quickly at 4:15.

The Rangers were hungry, and the Cougars could not contain this team.

The Rangers scored at 13:20 in the second. The Cougars finally saw the back of the net at 9:15.

The teams went to the dressing room with the Rangers leading 3-1.

The Rangers were not finished with the Cougars, they scored their forth and final goal in the third, beating the Cougars with a score of 4-1.

The Cougars next game was against the Rocanville Tigers. This game was full of great saves by the goalies, perfect passing, great positional play and some sweet dangling.

The Cougars attacked the Tigers and scored at 18:18. The Tigers answered back with their first goal at 10:48. With only 3:45 left in the first, the Cougars scored their second goal, ending the period with a 2-1 lead.

The Cougars came out strong in the second and scored six goals to The Tigers one goal.

The Cougars were not finished, in the third they scored 2 more goals and shut the door on The Tigers. The Cougars beat the Tigers with a score of

10-2.

Sunday saw the playoffs. The D side final was Rocanville Vs. Weyburn P & H Wings, with Rocanville winning in overtime 4-3.

The C side final saw the Esterhazy Flyers and the Estevan Lightening fighting for the trophy.

The Flyers were victorious 8-2.

The B side trophy was a battle between the hometown heroes and the Weyburn Blues. It was an exciting game with the first period ending with no goals being scored, but the Cougars peppered the Blues goalie with shots. Again, the Cougars came out strong in the second and scored 7 goals. The boys skated hard, passed well, back checked and our goalie made some great saves.

The third period saw the Cougars continue their attack with 3 goals, to Weyburn’s 1. The game ended with a victory of 10-1 and the “B Side Champions” title for the Cougars.

The A side final was a fantastic match between Moosomin and Radville. This was an exciting game with Moosomin scoring the game winner with 5 minutes left in the third, winning the tournament 2-1 over Radville.

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Cougar Corner

Basketball The basketball season has now started and a busy season is ahead for the Sr. Boys. Practices run almost every Monday and Wednesday and tournaments are slotted in for Norquay, Stoughton, Estevan, Oxbow, Rocanville, Gravelbourg, and Davidson. The completion of the season will be the SHSAA playoffs starting with Conferences in March and concluding with Hoopla on March 23rd and 24th!

The band students will be participating in a concert and workshop tour to Edmonton from February 8-11. They are joining with band students from Redvers, Oxbow, and Alameda.

They will be performing concerts in Edmonton schools, and West Edmonton Mall, and having a workshop at a high school in Namao, AB. They will also be attending an Edmonton Oil Kings hockey game at the new Rogers Centre Arena. They will have a great time.

The basketball season has now started and a busy season is ahead for the Sr. Boys. Practices run almost every Monday and Wednesday and tournaments are slotted in for Nor-

quay, Stoughton, Estevan, Oxbow, Rocanville, Gravelbourg and Davidson. The completion of the season will be the SHSAA playoffs starting with Conferences in March and concluding with Hoopla on March 23rd and 24th!The basketball season has now started and a busy season is ahead for the Sr. Boys. Practices run almost every Monday and Wednesday and tournaments are slotted in for Norquay, Stoughton, Estevan, Oxbow, Rocanville, Gravelbourg and Davidson. The completion of the season will be the SHSAA playoffs starting with Conferences in March and concluding with Hoopla on March 23rd and 24th!The basketball season has now started and a busy season is ahead for the Sr. Boys. Practices run almost every Monday and Wednesday and tournaments are slotted in for Norquay, Stoughton, Estevan, Oxbow, Rocanville, Gravelbourg and Davidson. The completion of the season will be the SHSAA playoffs starting with Conferences in March and concluding with Hoopla on March 23rd and 24th!Junior Drama for grades 7-9 has begun. Practices are

Mondays and Wednesdays after school (3:305:00), but Tuesday and Wednesday on staff meeting weeks.

Fitness Club continues on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, from 7:45 – 8:30AM. All fitness levels are welcome. Come out and get your day started with some fitness.

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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.

Remember, if you ever want to set up an interview with one of your child’s particular teachers, please contact the school. 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.

Saskatchewan Winter Games have local connections The 2018 Saskatchewan Winter Games are being held in North Battleford from Feb. 18-24. The games are the largest multi-sport event in the province and draws athletes from every corner of Saskatchewan. The first games were held in Moose Jaw in 1972 and have been a staple in the province ever since. Estevan hosted the Summer Games two years ago – in 2016 – which also saw Team Southeast bring home 53 medals – behind Saskatoon and Regina.

Team South East, which covers a rather large tract of land chose athletes from the Manitoba border to the

United States border, over to Weyburn and angled up towards Balgonie. Local athletes competing in this year’s Winter Games include: Gymnastics: Maci Thompson – Maryfield Sasha West - Wawota Coach - Jodie Dunham Wawota Hockey: Austin Davis – Redvers Connor Box – Corning Colby Cuddington – Manor Weightlifting Aaron Chapman – Carlyle Tyler Colpitts – Carlyle Taris Rae – Carlyle Jorja Bendtsen – Carlyle Kendra Schultz – Carlyle

Karli Colpitts – Carlyle Coaches: Carson Brady – Carlyle, Mackenzie Craig – Carlyle Bowling Caden Trafford – Oxbow Laci Glennie – Carnduff Hudson Walker – Carnduff Rayna Stadnick – Carnduff Female Hockey Marieve Elliot – Kipling Kate Pirlot – Wauchope Kelsey Carson – Lampman Figure Skating Carly Paton – Carnduff Kelsey Carson – Lampman Athletes for Wrestling, Snowboarding, and Badminton are yet to be announced by Southeast Connection.

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The 14U Southeast Vipers competed in Estevan where they went undefeated all weekend playing against two Estevan teams, the South Shore Stingers, and Yorkton Blitz Blackout. Pictured here are: (back row left to right) Tracy Barsi (Asst. Coach), Madi Harkness, Kiara Bates, Alex Jensen, Taylor Raynard, Shalanne Cutler, Kyla Lees, and Krista Light (Asst. Coach). Front Row: Katie Milbrandt, Lauren Kobitz, Rylee Himmelspeck, Yveian Orpiano, and Jami Harkness. Missing from photo Kailey Dube.

Submitted by the Southeast Vipers Volleyball Club The Southeast Vipers Volleyball Club teams are back in competition with a 14U team and a 16U team being operated this year.

The 14U Vipers attended a tournament in Estevan on Saturday, Jan. 27. The competition went well for the girls

who served strong and worked hard together throughout the day. They went undefeated for the day and successfully kept the winning streak alive with a win over the Estevan Red team in the final.

The 16U Vipers attended their first Sask Cup of the season in Saskatoon. They battled hard and had some close

games with some of the top ranked teams in the province throughout the weekend. With games that could have gone either way, the 16U team found themselves battling for Tier 3 Bronze winning the battle.

The 14U’s next action is on Feb. 10-11 in Saskatoon for their first Sask Cup, while the 16U team will compete in Regina.

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Friday, February 2, 2018

The 25th Annual Arcola Optimist Club Snowmobile Rally

Arcola Optimist Club member Kevin Paton attributes the Arcola Snowmobile Rally’s ongoing success - regardless of weather conditions - to Arcola’s Prairie Place Hall and the community’s volunteer spirit. Pictured here are three of the Over $30,000 in prizes were awarded at the 25th Annual Arcola Snowmobile rally’s youngest supporters: table-clearing team mates (l-r) Ava Hudson Lees, Rally. As usual, proceeds from this year’s event will benefit a variety of Olivia Ann Brownridge and Amara Lees. community causes. Pictured are hardworking volunteers Jayne Paton (left) and Cathy Burton (right) with the ice-fishing prize package from Cabela’s.

This year’s rally grand prize allowed the winner to choose from a 2018 Arctic Cat XF 8000 Snowmobile, a 2018 Arctic Cat Alterra Mudpro LTD Quad, a 2017 Arctic Cat Wildcat Trail Side by Side or an Arctic Cat HDX XT EPS Side by Side.

2018’s lucky winner is Brian Craig of Arcola. Earlier in the day, Regi Maher and Archie Kamp took a look at the grand prize possibilities supplied by Moose Mountain Leisure in Carlyle.

The Arcola Optimist Snowmobile Rally not only raises money for area organizations and charities every year, but the event also allows other community groups to benefit by volunteering at the event itself. Here, volunteers Richard Arndt (right) and Kent Lees (left) join members of the Arcola Volunteer Fire Department in preparing the event’s pancake breakfast.

Even though the lack of snow meant the Arcola Optimist Club had to make modifications to the community’s annual Snowmobile Rally, the event was still a success, as sledders and civilians alike showed up at Prairie Place Hall for the day-long event, which this year, celebrated its 25th anniversary.

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Estevan visitors (l-r) Candace Gervais Doan, Jackie Kyle and Laurie Kyle agree, as they’ve attended every year since the rally began. “No snow; it’s still a go,” says Gervais Doan.

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Who do you like to win biathlon, Martha?

Bruce Penton It’s time for the Winter Olympics, where every four years, some guy in Canada turns on the TV and says to his wife: “Hey Martha, they’re skiing and then stopping to shoot rifles again.”

That would be the biathlon, of course, one of the more obscure sports that’s part of the Winter Olympics program, which are being held in PyeongChang, South Korea starting Feb. 9.

There are a few, shall we say, sports that are lesser known to the general population, although those who are aficionados of luge, bobsled and ski jumping would take great offence at referencing their sports as obscure.

People who take part in those sports are certainly some of the best

an adult Bad News Bears team vie for gold.

The women’s hockey should be among the most exciting competition, because Canada and the U.S. invariably battle it out for gold and this year should be no different. Our curling teams, led by Kevin Koe and Rachel Homan, are gold-medal favourites, and our usual array of skaters, skiers and sledders will undoubtedly come home with medals. Skaters will be in the spotlight, as ice dancers Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir will carry our flag during the opening ceremonies and Patrick Chan is a contender for gold in men’s singles.

Personally, I’ll be watching the hockey, curling, skiing and a little bit of the rest, but I’ll program the PVR to catch the action when comeback kid Mark McMorris of Regina — who nearly killed himself last year when he crashed into a tree at full speed in the B.C. backcountry — flies around during the Big Air snowboarding event. Big Air I could watch every year.

Luge? Every four years is quite enough for me.

• Dwight Perry of the Seattle Times: “The Lon-

don Daily Mail says a jetpowered mobility scooter was successfully tested, boasting a top speed of 70 miles-per-hour.

So if NASCAR was ever thinking about starting a senior circuit.”

• Conan O’Brien of TBS: “Professional race car driver Danica Patrick is dating again, after breaking up with her previous boyfriend, a NASCAR driver. When asked why that relationship didn’t work out, Patrick explained, ‘We were just going in circles.’”

• From the Chicago Tribune, deftly avoiding any mention of Packers QB Aaron Rodgers: “Racing driver and Bears fan Danica Patrick confirms she’s dating Bachelorette winner’s brother.”

• Bob Molinaro, in the Norfolk Virginian-Pilot, on Serena Williams winning the Australian Open a year ago while eight weeks pregnant: “I think we’ve finally found something not even Roger Federer can do on a tennis court.”

• Greg Cote of the Miami Herald: “New York Mets announced their spring training would include a circus again

this year. Welcome back, Tim Tebow!”

• Brad Dickson of the Omaha World-Herald: “I had a dream the New England Patriots were called for having 14 men on the field including the referees.”

• RJ Currie of sportsdeke.com: “Ex-WWE star Christy Hemme just gave birth to quadruplets. Things got a little tense during delivery when she broke a chair over her obstetrician’s head.”

• RJ Currie’s groaner of the week: “SportsCentre showed an errant basketball grazing the head of a high-school ref and taking his toupee with it. The poor guy. He had the rug pulled out from over him?”

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athletes in the world, because a sport such as ski jumping takes not only skill and flair, but extreme courage, too.

And even though most Canadians couldn’t offer 25 intelligent words in describing the difference between luge, bobsled and skeleton, those competitors have to be strong, athletic, agile and dedicated. Not to mention the courage to go fast. Really fast.

But for most Canadians who turn on their TV sets to watch the action, they will be concentrating on the favourites of the Olympics — downhill skiing, speedskating, figure skating, hockey and curling.

Canada’s hockey teams will have medal opportunities, even though our country is sending a men’s team of relative unknowns, because the NHL owners have refused to allow its servants to compete. So instead of Crosby, McDavid and Price on our side, we have the likes of Brulé, Bourque (Rene, not Ray), Klinkhammer and Vey. Other countries will be equally disadvantaged, so watch the Canadian hockey version of

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• Said Dwight Perry about the same incident: “Thus introducing a new term to basketball lexicon — the hairball.”

• Comedy writer Alex Kaseberg: “New England Patriot, Rob Gronkowski, was at practice following concussion testing.

It was not encouraging, however, when, after practice, Gronk asked the blocking dummy for her phone number.”

• Kaseberg again: “The Baltimore Ravens’ first round draft pick, Marlon Humphrey, was arrested for robbery.

That is an unfortunate first strike, because, in the NFL, you only get 32 strikes.”

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Notice is hereby given under The Tax Enforcement Act that unless the arrears and costs appearing opposite the land described in the following list are fully paid before April 4, 2018, a tax lien will be registered against the land.

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Maryfield Villa News Submitted by Janet Mark We, and all Maryfield have a spectacular view this morning.

Hoarfrost coats the evergreens: and the deciduous trees in the village. Unfortunately teh streets are too icey, but we few walkers can find a little grass to follow.

Our Aide, Dawn, brought us another wonder of nature. Her sister raises peacocks, and collects the feathers when

the birds moult. Male feathers are over three feet long, the females, with a different “eye” are less than a foot. The males fan their tails and wings when they are courting. They made great “conversation piece” at breakfast.

We had three tables for whist this week, with Gloria Oliver and Doris Erickson calling Bingo, as well as lead-

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ing crafts. Charlotte Kovach brought a movie, “Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman”, as well as bags full of large print books.

The only visitors who signed the guest book were: Linda Mulligan with Freda Longman, and Sherry Wilson, Leanne Jackson, and Joe Blaise visiting the Wawota residents who live here.

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Sincere sympathy is extended to Faye Walker on the death of her cousin John Chester of Carnduff, who passed way at the Sunset Haven on Jan. 23 at the age of 80. In keeping with John’s wishes, a private service will take place at the Carnduff Cemetery a later date.

There were many family members and friends who attended the friendship luncheon following the funeral service of Elaine Purves on Jan. 24 at the Alida Hall.

The Alida community are sorry to bid farewell to the following: Brad and Kelli Healey who have left the Alida area and returned to Alberta where they will be making their new home.

Best wishes and good luck Brad and Kelli.

Tanya Hjelmeland and her daughter Kayla have moved to Manor to make their new home, good luck and best wishes to the two of you. Emily Beers, Kyle Lemesurier and their son Kayden will soon be moving to their new home in Estevan. Best wishes and Good luck are extended to you folks as well – we’ll miss seeing you around.

On Jan. 27 Adrianna and Aidyn Junk spent quality time with their grandparents Gary and Brenda Junk as their parents, Jason and April attended Ethan’s hockey game in Mossbank. Daryl, Cheryl Harrison, Kelly and Trisha Schulhauser and girls also attended this hockey game.

Three of our local boys – Thomas Harrison, Ethan Junk and Kolten Schulhauser play hockey with the Oxbow Pee Wee team. The first round of the Provincials was on Jan. 27 against Mossbank. They won this first game and their second game will be in Oxbow on Feb. 1. Way to go team – continued Good Luck boys as you move forward in the Provincials.

It was a quiet Jan. 28 at the Alida Rink – as Kitchen Group 3 served up 38 breakfasts. Maybe next time you guys will be much busier. Next week it will be back to Group 4 at the helm – good luck to them in beating or at least meeting the Breakfast challenge. See you at the rink.

On Feb. 2 – Will he or Won’t he? That is the question we’ll all be waiting to see and hear the answer to. It’s Ground Hog day! The new Willie will hopefully NOT see his shadow as I for one DO NOT wish

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for a longer winter.

Speaking of weather – Mr. Jack Frost has surely been busy with his paintbrush. As much as his art work is pretty to see – I hope that the saying for everyday of heavy frost there will be a day of rain in spring. That could be a bad omen – I think – as that will be lots of rain, and really we don’t want too much, causing us more flooded areas. Guess we’ll just have to be patient and wait and see what happens.

Hubby has been staying out of my hair the last few weekends.

You see this is the time of year that a lot of the major contests are on Amateur (ham) radio, so he disappears down to his radio room not to be seen until he gets hungry.

The North American QSO party, the Canada winter contest, the American Radio Relay League ten meter contest, etc. etc. are just some of the contests that occupy his winter weekends. The only thing is that he steals the computer and I’m not able to work on my news column until much later on Sunday evening, and

that could make me a little cranky (ha ha). Oh well, it keeps him busy and not bothering me about going somewhere or worrying about the upcoming farming season. Anyway it is fun to see what kind of a score he racks up and if maybe he will get a certificate for topping Saskatchewan or maybe even better.

This is my time to be in seventh heaven – curling is in full swing on the television now with The Tournament of Hearts.

Boy, I surely do enjoy watching these games and can always dream that I’m out there enjoying the game on ice (ha ha – note I said dream).

It’s a new format this year with 16 teams participating – that makes for more curling – Yeah!

Now speaking of curling – did you know that the Provincial Tankard is being played in Estevan this year? It starts on Wednesday and ends Sunday afternoon with the winner going on to the Brier. Maybe we’ll be able to take in a game or two, since the games are so close to home. Oh – can’t forget – there’s curling happening at

Alida Rink this coming weekend – The Oilmen’s bonspiel – come on out and enjoy watching some local curling.

One more thing to make note and maybe we can see you enjoying some free time at Alida Rink. Some of us have decided to come out Friday evenings, to do some socializing and try out some new or old skills – just to have a fun evening out, away from the house. This past Friday, Jan. 26 saw some trying out their curling skills once again and enjoying a short pic-up game of curling – while others enjoyed challenging each other in a game cards – Bridge. Do believe there was even some trying out their skating abilities. It’s a great evening out for both beginners and/or oldies to get some kind of exercise and get reaquatinted with a sport.

Come on out and join us at the Rink.

Once again folks please remember to keep me posted with any happenings going on – either call (306443-2496) or text (306485-8561) or e-mail (g.cowan@sasktel.net)

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Mary Jean Campbell Mary Campbell passed away at Newhope Pioneer Lodge, Stoughton, Sask. on Saturday, January 27, 2018 at the age of 71 years.

In keeping with Mary’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a graveside service will be held at the Handsworth Cemetery, Handsworth, Sask. in the spring. If friends so desire, donations in Mary’s memory may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada (Saskatchewan Division), 150 Albert Street, Regina, SK, S4R 2N2.

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Selection Committee members should possess the following: ° Métis ancestry with solid knowledge of Métis history and culture; ° knowledge, skills, and expertise in the area of training & employment; ° solid knowledge of labour market and training trends within the area of impact and be reputable, with a solid history of community service.

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1920 - 2018

Nora Singleton, beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and aunt passed away on Friday, January 19, 2018 at the Lampman Community Health Centre at the age of 97 years.

She leaves to cherish her memory her �ive children, Marlene (Nelson) Haygarth, Alameda, Jim (Maureen) Singleton, Arcola, Darlene (Dave) McCulloch, Winnipeg, Ken (Denise) Singleton, Kennedy and Rob (Sheila) Singleton, White Bear Lake; eleven grandchildren and eighteen great grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and special friend Verna Reed.

Nora was predeceased by her husband Robert Singleton; parents, Carlos and Bertha Pollard; all her siblings and grandchild Tylar.

She was born, raised and educated at Kisbey, living in Kisbey for 94 years until moving to Bow Valley Villa, Oxbow and then to the Lampman Community Health Centre. On July 1, 1941 Nora married Robert Singleton and they farmed south of Kisbey. One of her greatest enjoyments was decorating her house and yard for Christmas, making costumes and dressing up for Halloween.

Nora was a faithful member of St. Michael’s Anglican Church and Guild where she was Warden for over 50 years. She took an active part in community activities, especially the Recreation Centre, but most of all, her family was dear to her, enjoying grandchildren and great grandchildren.

She will remain forever in our hearts.

A service of celebration and thanksgiving was held at the Kisbey Recreation Centre on Saturday, January 27, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. with The Rev. Michelle Moore of�iciating. Immediately following the service, a time of fellowship and refreshments was held in the Recreation Centre. Interment will take place at the Arcola Cemetery at a later date.

If friends so desire, donations in Nora’s memory may be made to the Kisbey Recreation Centre or the Lampman Community Health Centre Trust.

Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Hall Funeral Services, Estevan.

Thank You The family of Nora Singleton wishes to extend their sincere thank you and gratitude for the many acts of kindness at the time of her passing. Thank you to all the family and friends who visited, sent �lowers, cards, messages, food and to those who attended the funeral. Heartfelt thanks to Michelle Moore for a beautiful service, Trina Ilchuk for providing the piano accompaniment and Hall Funeral Services for their assistance. Thank you to the Kisbey Recreation Centre ladies for the lovely lunch served following the service. Many thanks to the Lampman Community Health Centre for their care and compassion for Mom during her stay there.

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Morghan A Krieger 1998 - 2018

Morghan Ashlee Krieger, 19 years old, from Calgary, Alberta, passed away suddenly in Halifax, Nova Scotia on Thursday, January 18th 2018, surrounded by her immediate and some extended family.

Morghan was born, May 6th, 1998 to Trenton Mark and Cindy Marie (Shultz) Krieger, in Calgary Alberta.

She attended grade school in Calgary and found her true passion at a very early age. From the age of 8, she started taking vocal lessons, for singing and musical theatre, and while she was very shy about her talent around small groups, her personality shone bright on a big stage in front of large crowds. By the time she started high school, she was an accomplished vocalist, actor (musical theatre), pianist, and self-taught on the guitar. Morghan learned a level of strong friendships, guidance and love through her musical arts. It was early on in high school where she discovered a career path in Musical Therapy, and was steadfast in her desire to fulfill this dream. She researched the various degree programs available and chose to study at Acadia University in Wolfville, Nova Scotia.

She began her program in September of 2017 and immediately fell in love carrying forth her dream of music. Morghan also developed a strong adventurous spirit, a love of travel and helping others, which took her to Africa volunteering at an orphanage over the 2016 Christmas break. She shared much love and joy with her family, extended family and her many friends.

Morghan is survived by her parents Trent and Cindy, brother Brayden, grandparents, Judy, Grant and Linda, Marvin and Berniece, aunts and uncles, Rick and Joni, Coralie, Christine and Shad, John and Wendy, Jodi and Oliver, Sean, and Cory, 1st cousins, Sonya, Scott, Sam, Blake, Justine, Jazlynn, Jayden, Jayla, Wynter, Caleb and Kiera and godfather Tyler. Preceded in death by Uncle Gus. Morghan’s smile, laughter, and music will live on in our hearts forever!!

Funeral Services: Sunday, January 28th, 2018 at 3:00pm First Alliance Church 12345 40th Street SE Calgary, Alberta T2Z 4E6

In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Morghan’s memory to the following: Morghan Krieger Memorial Fund Serpas Vocal Arts Academy 11 Copperstone Way SE, Calgary, AB T2Z 0E7

Morghan Krieger Memorial Fund Acadia University, Music Therapy program 15 University Avenue, Wolfville, NS B4P 2R6

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Scott Moe becomes Saskatchewan’s new premier Jordan Twiss News Editor, Shellbrook Chronicle It took five months of campaigning, and five ballots.

But after all was said and done, RosthernShellbrook MLA and former environment minister, Scott Moe, shocked the province by being selected as the leader of the Saskatchewan Party, and Saskatchewan’s new premier.

Nowhere was the surprise more palpable than at Saturday’s Sask.

Party Leadership Convention, held at Saskatoon’s Praireland Park, where more than 2,000 party members gathered to celebrate, and greet the man or woman who would be selected to lead the Sask. Party into the post-Brad Wall era.

Moe’s victory, which saw him garner 8,075 votes (or 53.9 per cent of the vote), defied the predictions of pollsters, which, in the week leading into the convention, had Moe pegged as a distant third place finisher, behind fellow leadership candidates Ken Cheveldayoff, and Alanna Koch.

It was also a comefrom-behind victory, as Moe trailed Koch by few-

er than 50 votes after the results of the first ballot were read, with Cheveldayoff a close but unexpected third, Gordon Wyant in fourth place, and Tina Beaudry-Mellor a distant fifth.

However, once Beaudry-Mellor and Wyant were removed from the running after the second and third ballots, respectively, Moe surged into the lead. And Cheveldayoff’s elimination from leadership contention after the fourth ballot results were revealed, gave Moe the push he needed to take the place of the outgoing Premier Wall, who officially retired from politics on Jan. 31.

In the end, Moe topped Koch, who was deputy minister to Premier Wall before taking a leave of absence to run for the Sask. Party leadership, by just 1,161 votes in the fifth and deciding ballot.

But while the closeness of the race sparked questions about division within the party, Moe was quick to silence any doubt, and said that he, his fellow candidates, and the party, would be united going forward.

“We are stronger and more unified than ever

before,” he said in his victory speech.

“I am truly humbled to be a part of this team, and by the trust that you have placed in me to lead this party, and this province, into the future.”

Moe launched his bid for the Sask. Party leadership Sept. 1, 2017, with the support of 21 of his fellow MLAs, and a promise to “stand with Saskatchewan” – a promise he reiterated many times throughout the campaign, and at the leadership convention.

His platform included promises to balance the budget by 2019, restore PST exemptions on crop, health, and life insurance, and establish a ministry of international trade and exports, which will be responsible for growing Saskatchewan’s presence in markets around the world.

However, in a media scrum with reporters following his victory, Moe said his first priority upon returning to Regina would be to get up to speed on budget talks, and look to implement his promise on PST exemptions, and a separate promise to spend $30 million to put 400 educational assistants in classrooms across the

Photo by Jordan Twiss, News Editor, Shellbrook Chronicle

Outgoing Premier Brad Wall gives an impassioned farewell speech during Saturday’s Sask. Party Leadership Conference at Saskatoon’s Prairieland Park. province.

Moe added that he’d also be looking at the policy platforms of his fellow candidates, to see if any can be implemented by his government going.

Most notable, however, was Moe’s vow to continue leading the province’s stand against the federal carbon tax being imposed

by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s Liberal government – even if it

means taking the feds to court.

“I will fight for this province. I will fight for our economy to ensure that we do not have a carbon tax, “ he said.

“Justin Trudeau, if you’re wondering how far I will go, just watch me.”

Wall fires parting shots Many of Moe’s statements echoed ones

made by Premier Wall in his final address to the party at Saturday’s convention.

Defiant in his exit as he was in his final years as leader of the Sask.

Party, Wall began by imploring the party to unite in the aftermath of the leadership race, and face the challenges that lie ahead. Namely, the 2020 general election.

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From Page 20 - Scott Moe “It is important that the state of the party be strong tonight because of what lies ahead, because of what we will need to do in the future, and because of what we will need to do on behalf of the province in 2020,” he said.

From there, Wall used his 30-minute address to fire parting shots at the opposition: the opposition NDP in Saskatchewan, Alberta Premier Rachel Notley’s NDP government, and the federal government.

Taking aim at the feds first, Wall said the Sask. Party would continue its opposition to the federal carbon tax, and that it wouldn’t seek approval from Ottawa on its Made-in-Saskatchewan strategy to combat climate change, or any other policies.

“We don’t work for the feds. This party works for the people of

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Outgoing Premier Brad Wall congratulates premier-designate Scott Moe. Moe was named the next premier after the fifth ballot at the Sask. Party’s leadership convention on Saturday.

Saskatchewan,” he said.

Turning to the Saskatchewan NDP next, Wall denounced the party’s cynicism about the province’s future

prospects, and its discomfort with the province’s reliance on the oil and gas, and mining sectors.

He added that, go-

Photo by Jordan Twiss, News Editor, Shellbrook Chronicle

New Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe celebrates his victory at the Sask. Party Leadership Convention with daughter Taryn, son Carter, and wife Krista.

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of children, senior citizens, and many others in need. They have provided playgrounds, children camps, senior citizen housing, and special equipment for hospitals and regional health units.

Special concern has been placed on the need for the early identification and rehabilitation of hearing impaired children. Funding is provided by their National Charity, the Elks & Royal Purple Fund for Children. Money from this Fund is also made available to provide assistance for the good

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Hwy 361 West South Yard • P.O. Box 518 Lampman, SK S0C 1N0 Main office: (306) 487-1611 Fax: (306) 487-3101

“ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES FOR THE OIL & GAS AND COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIES”

Brought to you

Mrs. Deborah Sallenback, from Aldergrove, British Columbia, the National Leader of the Elks of Canada will be visiting Moose Mountain Elks Lodge No. 483 on Thursday, Feb. 8, on their regular meeting night.

The Elks of Canada are a fraternal organization founded in Canada in the year 1912, and have a total membership approaching 13,000 members.

The organization is dedicated to working for the good and welfare of the community with priorities for the needs

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the age of 93 years. Her funeral service will be held from the Free Methodist Church on Feb. 10. Pearl will be remembered for her love of the written word and her long and admirable teaching career.

Jan. 22 was an exciting day for the Dennis Weatherald family. Dennis and Sarah and big sisters, Madeleine and Amelia welcomed Katherine Evelyn home.

Katherine was born in Brandon on Nov. 30.

National Leader makes visit

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Green, Collin and Duncan of Winnipeg and Rebecca Saunders of Waterloo, ON. Some news from the holidayers: Blair and Ava Wilson enjoyed several days in Jamaica; Henry and Wendi McCarthy and family have returned after a holiday in Cuba; Jake and Kayla spent several days in Mexico.

Sympathy to the family and friends of the late Pearl Wilson. She passed away at Deerview Lodge on Jan. 17 at

REDVERS UNITED LUTHERAN SHARED MINISTRY

Office - 685-2068 Shop - 685-4601 Hank - Cellular - 482-7096 Scott - Cellular - 482-7097 Gainsborough, Sask.

48 Carlton St. Redvers, SK S0C 2H0 Phone (306) 452-3200 Cell (306) 577-7775 Fax (306) 452-3240

Wes and Sherri Nickel welcomed a new grandson on Dec. 23. He was born in Saskatoon to Colin and Brenna Hayson. He is a brother to Weston.

Word has been received of the passing of Irene (Dennis)Wilkinson of Kelowna on Dec. 10 of last year. She was the youngest daughter of Art and Nellie Dennis of the Parkman District.

Recent visitors with Evelyn Green and Michael were family members Roger and Kathy

and welfare of other children when finances are not available from other sources.

Since its inception, the Elks & Royal Purple Fund for Children has contributed over 15 million dollars throughout Canada in public awareness and special projects to bring about the early identification of the hearing impaired.

On the occasion of the visit, the Moose Mountain Elks will be having a supper in the Kisbey Rec Centre – the public is welcome to attend.

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Fire Extinguisher Sales, Services & Rentals Gas Detection Sales, Services & Rentals Breathing Air Refills & Hydro Testing SCBA/SABA Equipment Sales, Services & Rentals Fit Testing Safety Air Trailers and Personnel Calibration Gases & Accessories Sales New & Reconditioned Equipment First Aid, Eyewash & Burn Kit Services Signage

Student-Pastor Marja Hordern

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.

Manor Anglican/United Churches Contact Rev. Michelle Moore, (306)577-9704 Knox United Church - Manor

11:00 a.m. Worship

2nd & 4th Sundays from May through Sept.

4th Sunday Services held at All Saints Cannington Manor

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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Bedecs Ready-Mix

Carlyle • Redvers

453-2474

452-3376

Proud Supporters of Minor Hockey

Proud to salute our Minor Hockey Players & Coaches 109 Railway Ave. E. - 453-6712

Carlyle Collision & Painting

Photo by Bob Orsted

Carlyle, SK • 453-2545

Proud to Support Minor Hockey

Supporting Minor Hockey and Skating everywhere Cannington Office: Box 130, Alida, SK S0C 0B0 Alida Phone: 443-2420 Fax: 443-2269 Toll Free: 1-877-326-3652

Dan D’Autremont, MLA

Photo by Bob Orsted

CARLYLE FOOD WORLD 111 1st St. East, Carlyle Phone: 453-2250

Proud Supporters of Minor Hockey

GM CONSTRUCTION 101 - 6St W, Carlyle, SK (306) 453-2421

Supporting Minor Hockey in our community

Carlyle • 453-2446 Redvers, SK • 452-3558

Supporting Minor Hockey in our area

Photo by Bob Orsted

Proud to support Minor Hockey

Carlyle, SK • 453-2242

453-2833 Proud to support Minor Hockey!

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Proudly supporting Minor Hockey in our communities Ph: 306-487-2608

Proudly supporting Minor Hockey Photo by Bob Orsted

218 Main Street, Carlyle

453-4466

Open 6 days a week!

Monday - Saturday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Salutes Minor Hockey.

125 MAIN ST. CARLYLE

306-453-2425

Photo by Bob Orsted

Ramada Carlyle Hotel

• Full kitchen & upscale extended stay • Complimentary continental hot breakfast • Free high speed internet • Meeting room • Fitness room • In room computer with free internet access • Guest coin laundry

Your best choice for accommodation in Carlyle, SK.

www.ramada.com tel: 306.453.2686

Only 30 min. from Stoughton & Redvers!

Good luck to all Minor Hockey Players in the 2017/2018 Season Photo by Bob Orsted

Hwy. 9 N., Carlyle, SK 453-4444

Proud to support Minor Hockey Carlyle • Wawota

PROUD TO SUPPORT MINOR HOCKEY

CARLYLE, SK 306-453-2511 Proud supporter of Minor Hockey!

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Highway 13, Carlyle • 453-2412

Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Phone 453-2044 101 Railway Ave., Carlyle

Photo by Bob Orsted

Dr. Robert Kitchen MP Souris Moose-Mountain 1-866-249-4697 website: www.drrobertkitchen.ca

Supporting Minor Hockey in our Communities!

Tanya Robertson, Owner 117 Main Street Box 1419 • Carlyle, SK • S0C 0R0 Phone/Fax: 306.453.2562 email: carlylesewandsews@sasktel.net Follow us on Facebook at: www.facebook.com/carlylesewandsews

Photo by Bob Orsted

Ph: (306) 685-2068 Fax: (306) 685-2267

PROUD TO SUPPORT MINOR HOCKEY!

Proud to support minor hockey in our community!

Proud to Support Minor Hockey in our Communities 202 Main St. Carlyle (306)453-0050

SOUTH EAST TANK RENTALS

577-7042 Southern Plains Is proud of our Minor Hockey Organization

Proud to support Minor Hockey in our communities

TOWN OF CARLYLE 453-2363

Proud supporters of our Minor Hockey and Skating Clubs

Redvers, SK • 306-452-6309

We are proud to salute our Minor Hockey players and coaches. www.spearingservice.com

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202 Main St. Carlyle • (306)453-0222

Carlyle Sask.

Home-453-6396 Cell-577-3311

Proud to support Minor Hockey

Estevan Female Bantam Bearcats (Team is based out of Carlyle)

Photo submitted

Team Roster (not in order of photo): Micheline Biermann, Caydence Chapman, Jesa Colliness, Kiley Davis, Karissa Elliott, Emily Frostad, Julie Frostad, Kenna Hagel, Hanna Jaworski, Kassidy Johnson, Kamri Olfert, Corey Purves, Kaysha Turner, McKenna Walls. Coach Brian Hagel, Ass’t. Coach Ashley Miller, Ass’t.

Coach Troy Turner.

Proud to Support Minor Hockey

Dolores Young (306) 575-7717

Carlyle, SK • 453-2545

Proud to Support Minor Hockey

D & D Lumbermart LTD. Wawota, SK Phone: (306) 739-2566 Fax: (306) 739-2789 Email: ddlumber@sasktel.net

Proudly Supporting Hockey In Our Communities

218 Main Street, Carlyle

453-4466

Open 6 days a week!

Monday - Saturday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Salutes Minor Hockey.

2017-18 SALUTE TO MINOR HOCKEY

Proud of our Minor Hockey Organization.

Best Wishes to Players, Coaches & Organizers!

739-2216

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Supporting Minor Hockey and Skating everywhere Cannington Office: Box 130, Alida, SK S0C 0B0 Alida Phone: 443-2420 Fax: 443-2269 Toll Free: 1-877-326-3652

Dan D’Autremont, MLA

Proud to support Minor Hockey

Good luck to all Minor Hockey Players in the 2017/2018 Season

Hwy. 9 N., Carlyle, SK 453-4444

Proud supporters of our Minor Hockey and Skating Clubs

Redvers, SK • 306-452-6309

We are proud to salute our Minor Hockey players and coaches. www.spearingservice.com PM40011904

CARLYLE, SK 306-453-2511

Proud to support minor hockey in our community!

OBSERVER THE

Heart of the Moose Mountains

WWW.CARLYLEOBSERVER.COM

FACEBOOK.COM/CARLYLEOBSERVER

Proud to support Minor Hockey!

Proud supporter of Minor Hockey!

Dr. Robert Kitchen MP Souris Moose-Mountain 1-866-249-4697 website: www.drrobertkitchen.ca

Supporting Minor Hockey in our Communities!

# 13 Highway Redvers, SK 452-3418 Redvers & Oxbow Proud to support Minor Hockey and Skating Clubs

Carlyle • Wawota

PROUD TO SUPPORT MINOR HOCKEY

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Moose Mountain Meats Proudly Supporting Minor Hockey in our Communities

Located 1/2 mile south of Wawota/Grid Road #603

(306) 739-2500

Ho�f Moto�s

Hwy 13 • Redvers, SK • 306-452-6422

GOOD LUCK TO ALL MINOR HOCKEY PARTICIPANTS! The Town of Redvers

Proudly Supports Minor Hockey

We proudly support Minor (306) 443-2228 Hockey!

VILLAGE OF ALIDA Left to right: Back row- coach- Sally Suller. Assistant coaches- Brian Carriere, Devan Brisebois, Greg Quennelle, Manager Sandie Quennelle. Middle Row- Nathan Quennelle , Adam Brisebois, Jacob Finkle, Caleb Toms. Front Row- Kia Axten, Ryker Carriere, Huxton Cameron, Hunter Kamp, Jaxon Aulie.

Carlyle, SK • 453-2545

Proud to Support Minor Hockey

La Salle Hotel proudly supports Minor Hockey Antler, SK 306.452.6186

Bedecs Ready-Mix

Carlyle • Redvers

Novice 1: Back row L to R: manager April Sutter, coach Christopher sutter, assistant coach Todd Gervais.

Middle row LtoR: Kyson Gavelin, Rhett Malin, Raif Henrion. Front row LtoR: Ryker Gavelin, Daxson Pickard, Regan Gervais, Will Sutter.

453-2474

452-3376

Proud Supporters of Minor Hockey

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Supporting Minor Hockey and Skating everywhere Cannington Office: Box 130, Alida, SK S0C 0B0 Alida Phone: 443-2420 Fax: 443-2269 Toll Free: 1-877-326-3652

Dan D’Autremont, MLA

Carlyle • 453-2446 Redvers, SK • 452-3558

Supporting Minor Hockey in our area

Novice 2: Back Row- Mandy Jorgensen (Manager), Jody Jorgensen (Assistant Coach), Bronx Jorgensen #49, Morgan Nixon #15, Hunter Hamilton #14, Steven George (Head Coach). Front Row- Wyatt Murray #27, Kyson Dangstorp #25, Jack George #40, Brycen Frecon #11, Jhace Blerot #10.

Ph: (306) 685-2068 Fax: (306) 685-2267

PROUD TO SUPPORT MINOR HOCKEY!

Proud to support Minor Hockey

Dr. Robert Kitchen MP Souris Moose-Mountain 1-866-249-4697 website: www.drrobertkitchen.ca

Supporting Minor Hockey in our Communities!

Redvers Minor Hockey Atom 1: Back row: Angela Gervais Manager, Brad Naviaux Assistant Coach, Jamie Gervais Head Coach. Middle row: Grayson Pryde, Carson Gervais, Draven Naviaux, Spencer Hill, Grady Sutter. Front row: Logan Quennelle, Ryatt Huynh, Chase Borreson, Presley Nord, Rylan Ohnander.

Missing: Greg Quennelle Assistant Coach.

Proud supporters of our Minor Hockey and Skating Clubs

Redvers, SK • 306-452-6309

We are proud to salute our Minor Hockey players and coaches. www.spearingservice.com

Atom 2-Jody: Back Row- Jeremy Kraniyk (Assistant Coach), Jody Jorgensen (Head Coach), Mandy Jorgensen (Manager). Middle Row- Kenny Lawless #46, Tristan Swayze #8, Axton Martin #44, Nate Jorgensen #9, Blaise Jorgensen #12. Front Row- Rylan Lawless #47, Sayjen Chicoine #48, Koby Kraniyk #2, Jacob Ulrich #45, Cooper Godenir #51.

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PROUD TO SUPPORT MINOR HOCKEY Bantam A: Back row (left to right)- Aurel Poirier, Rodney Miller, Ethan Fouillard, Carson Longphee, Carson Henrion, Mathew Magotiaux, Minty James, Richard Delmaire, Susan Delmaire. Front Row (left to right) – Donavyn Fortin-Delmaire, Ethan Delmaire, Ryland Garnier, Naton Miller, Sawyer Chicoine, Jason Poirier.

Good luck to all Minor Hockey Players in the 2017/2018 Season

Hwy. 9 N., Carlyle, SK 453-4444

# 13 Highway Redvers, SK 452-3418 Redvers & Oxbow Proud to support Minor Hockey and Skating Clubs

Bantam B: Back row left to right: Kevin Sylvestre, Jason Magotiaux, Kate Pirlot, Chaz Sylvestre, Kaiden Kerntopf, Cole Poirier, Cash Martel, Arlen Kerntopf. Front Row left to right: Owen Jacobson, Nathan Duncan, Colby Magotiaux, Jeremy Meredith, Jacob Dumaine.

Ramada Carlyle Hotel

• Full kitchen & upscale extended stay • Complimentary continental hot breakfast • Free high speed internet • Meeting room • Fitness room • In room computer with free internet access • Guest coin laundry

Your best choice for accommodation in Carlyle, SK.

www.ramada.com tel: 306.453.2686

Back Row: Brad Naviaux (Coach), PJ Jacobson (Coach), Krista Naviaux (Manager). Middle Row: Frankie Millions, Kyler Chicoine, Cade Mohrbutter, Donavyn Pigeau, Bradin Cosgrove, Taylor Martin, Kaleb Cop, Lincoln Pryde. Front Row: Dylan Matthewson, Turner Jacobson, Vincent LeNouail, Jaxon Henrion, Jada Naviaux, Miles Nord, Maisey Minchull, Riley Frecon. Missing: Brad Cosgrove (Coach), Syd Chicoine (Coach).

Only 30 min. from Stoughton & Redvers!

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Best wishes for a great season filled with fun and sportsmanship

R.M. of Antler No. 61 Redvers, SK • (306) 452-3263 PM40011904

OBSERVER THE

Heart of the Moose Mountains

WWW.CARLYLEOBSERVER.COM

FACEBOOK.COM/CARLYLEOBSERVER

Proud to support Minor Hockey!

Front Row L to R: Zach Lees, Isaiah Jacobsen, Evan James, Oliver Poirier. Josh Duncan, Braeden Magotiaux, Noah Aime, Trevor Dumaine, Darius Huynh, Cody Holden and Lisa Holden (manager). Back Row L to R: Scott Duncan (asst coach), Lucas Bevan, (equipment manager), Seth Poirier, Will Boon, Lane Chicoine, Riley Stewart, Austin Dufresne, Dakota Rue, Austin Chicoine, Ryan Aulie, Noah Fouillard, Jericho Rachul, Simon Berry, Aydan Lawless, Brian Magotiaux (coach), Syd Chicoine (ass’t coach).

For the love of the game There’s no doubt about it; Canada is hockey country. With over 4 million Canadians involved in this national sport as players, coaches, officials, administrators and volunteers, and 1.5 million games played in over 3,000 arenas each year-not including the 2 million grueling practices that take place-it’s not just a sport, it’s a national obsession!

When something gets this big, it obviously needs a bit of organization. This is the role of the Canadian Hockey Association, which has been the governing body for amateur hockey since 1994. Currently over 500,000 players are registered with this nation-wide organization that represents all hockey levels right up to the National Hockey League. The Association also provides leadership by establishing by-laws, rules and regulations as well as guidelines for its development programs.

One of the Association’s main objectives is to ensure children have a safe and enjoyable first contact with hockey. To achieve this, it has developed special programs for young players. The Initiation Program is designed to teach girls and boys the basics of the game: having fun, being physically active, developing a sense of teamwork, improving basic motor skills as well as learning how to cooperate and play fairly. The Play Right Program encourages players to focus on the most important aspects of hockey, such as having a positive attitude, developing skills, eating right and being in good physical condition. Knowing these basic rules helps players do their best and get the most from their favourite sport.

To learn more about amateur hockey, or to join the thousands of volunteers already involved in our national sport, contact your local chapter of the Canadian Hockey Association. You can also visit their website at www.canadianhockey.ca.

Rec. Hockey 1: Back Row: Manager Cheryl Ohnander, Lauren Nixon, KayleeOhnander, Ethan Wotta, Coach Christian Cop. Front Row: Makayla Chicoine, Carter Ewert, Quentin Cop, Ayden Raymond, Valen Keating. Missing: Peyton George, James Tinant, Lexie Pirlot, Asst Coach Ian Gray, Asst Coach Thomas Chicoine .

Rec Hockey 2: Back Row, Left to Right: Olivia Pirlot, Kelton Sorenson, Alliyah Urschel, Lexi Pirlot, Ava Steenbruggen, Gabriel Harlos, Chloe Dumaine, Koby Martel, Tye Steenbruggen. Front Row, Left to Right: Sophie Martin, Kamilah Pineda, Emma Dumaine, Jacob Harlos, Eli Hildebrandt and Avery Malin. Missing: Karson Low, Hannah Low, Owen Gray and Hayden Henderson.

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# 13 Highway Redvers, SK 452-3418 Redvers & Oxbow Proud to support Minor Hockey and Skating Clubs

Carlyle, SK • 453-2545

Proud to Support Minor Hockey

Proud to support Minor Hockey

Good luck to all Minor Hockey Players in the 2017/2018 Season

Hwy. 9 N., Carlyle, SK 453-4444

Ph: (306) 685-2068 Fax: (306) 685-2267

PROUD TO SUPPORT MINOR HOCKEY!

Ramada Carlyle Hotel

• Full kitchen & upscale extended stay • Complimentary continental hot breakfast • Free high speed internet • Meeting room • Fitness room • In room computer with free internet access • Guest coin laundry

Your best choice for accommodation in Carlyle, SK.

www.ramada.com tel: 306.453.2686

Only 30 min. from Stoughton & Redvers!

Supporting Minor Hockey and Skating everywhere Cannington Office: Box 130, Alida, SK S0C 0B0 Alida Phone: 443-2420 Fax: 443-2269 Toll Free: 1-877-326-3652

Dan D’Autremont, MLA

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Dr. Robert Kitchen MP Souris Moose-Mountain 1-866-249-4697 website: www.drrobertkitchen.ca

Supporting Minor Hockey in our Communities!

We are proud to salute our Minor Hockey players and coaches. www.spearingservice.com

Good luck to all Minor Hockey Players in the 2017/2018 Season

Hwy. 9 N., Carlyle, SK 453-4444

Proud to support Minor Hockey in our communities

Proud to Support Minor Hockey!

Hwy. 13, Arcola • (306) 455-2222

Arcola Agencies 455-2366

Proudly supports the local Minor Hockey Teams and Skating Clubs

Proudly supporting Minor Hockey in our communities Ph: 306-487-2608

Arcola/Kisbey Initiation Jr. Combines Back Row Left to Right: Parker Cameron, Ryan Wrigley, Matt Wheeler, Michael Wyatt. Middle Row Left to Right: Dane Lees, Kane Zilm, Ali Wrigley, Ava Wheeler, Caycen Wyatt, Cruz Carter, Allora Trobert. Front Row Left to Right: Eli McIntosh, Nash Cameron, Greyson Grimes, Sadie Grimes, Ethan Grimes, Layne Birnie, Finley Clark.

Proud to support minor hockey in our community!

CARLYLE, SK 306-453-2511 Proud supporter of Minor Hockey!

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Arcola Co-op Proudly Supports Minor Hockey in our Communities!

HWY 13, Arcola • (306) 455-2393

Arcola/Kisbey Novice Jr. Combines Back Row Left to Right: Rod Lees, Blake Brownridge. Middle Row Left to Right: Hailee Birnie, Nowa Kennedy, Kruz Brigden, Leif Clark, Kane BigEagle, Jace Neuls, Pierson Berner, Talyn Trobert. Front Row Left to Right: Renessa Lees, Karleigh Bonar, Korbin Bates, Tyson Brownridge, Kendall Grimes, Isaah Smith, Kohen Brownridge.

218 Main Street, Carlyle

453-4466

Open 6 days a week!

Monday - Saturday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Salutes Minor Hockey.

453-2833 Proud to support Minor Hockey!

Arcola/Kisbey Atom Jr. Combines Back Row Left to Right: Marius Wotta, Ryan Wrigley, Klint Brownridge. Middle Row Left to Right: Gracyn Einarson, Riley Purcell, Reese Karlunchuck, Kobe Wotta, Alexander Matthews, Front Row Left to Right: Brighton Coderre, Aiden Wrigley, Kevin Ghali, Hayden McIntosh, Tristan Brownridge, Tucker Wyatt, Jhett Brigden.

Dr. Robert Kitchen MP

Water & Crude Vacuum Truck Service • Oil Hauling

24 Hour Service Ph 462-2130 Fax 462-2188

Carlyle, SK • 453-2545

Souris Moose-Mountain 1-866-249-4697 website: www.drrobertkitchen.ca

Supporting Minor Hockey in our Communities!

Located in Kisbey and Lampman

Ph: (306) 685-2068 Fax: (306) 685-2267

Proud to Support Minor Hockey

PROUD TO SUPPORT MINOR HOCKEY! Supporting Minor Hockey and Skating everywhere

Highway 13, Carlyle • 453-2412

Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

125 MAIN ST. CARLYLE

306-453-2425

Proud Supporters of Minor Hockey

Dan D’Autremont, MLA

Proud to support Minor Hockey

CARLYLE FOOD WORLD 111 1st St. East, Carlyle Phone: 453-2250

Cannington Office: Box 130, Alida, SK S0C 0B0 Alida Phone: 443-2420 Fax: 443-2269 Toll Free: 1-877-326-3652

Proud to Support Minor Hockey in our Communities

Lampman, SK (306) 487-2525

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Southern Plains Ramada Carlyle Hotel

Proud supporters of Minor Hockey Arcola, SK Ph 306-455-2429 • Cell 306-577-7553 email: jjtrucking@sasktel.net

• Full kitchen & upscale extended stay • Complimentary continental hot breakfast • Free high speed internet • Meeting room • Fitness room • In room computer with free internet access • Guest coin laundry

Your best choice for accommodation in Carlyle, SK.

Is proud of our Minor Hockey Organization

www.ramada.com tel: 306.453.2686

Only 30 min. from Stoughton & Redvers!

Good luck to all Minor Hockey Players in the 2017/2018 Season

Hwy. 9 N., Carlyle, SK 453-4444

Arcola/Kisbey Pee Wee Jr. Combines Carlyle • Wawota

PROUD TO SUPPORT MINOR HOCKEY

Back Row Left to Right: Rod Lees, Kasenya Einarson, Bradyn Beatty, Josh Fleck, Jordan Weber, Zane Karlunchuck, Liam Kent, Brendan Lockerby, Ashley Weber, Michael Weber. Front Row Left to Right: Levi Donahue, Kaleb Devins, Karsten Bonar, Mathias Fornwald, Ethan Lees, Dexter Saxon, Tye Farnsworth.

PM40011904

OBSERVER THE

Heart of the Moose Mountains

WWW.CARLYLEOBSERVER.COM

We are proud to salute our Minor Hockey players and coaches. www.spearingservice.com

Proud to support Minor Hockey in our communities

FACEBOOK.COM/CARLYLEOBSERVER

Proud to support Minor Hockey!

We are proud to support local Minor Hockey!

Alameda Agencies Alameda • 489-2258

Carlyle, SK • 453-2545

Proud to Support Minor Hockey

Supporting Minor Hockey and Skating everywhere Cannington Office: Box 130, Alida, SK S0C 0B0 Alida Phone: 443-2420 Fax: 443-2269 Toll Free: 1-877-326-3652

Dan D’Autremont, MLA

Proud to support Minor Hockey

Friday, February 2, 2018

Ph: (306) 685-2068 Fax: (306) 685-2267

PROUD TO SUPPORT MINOR HOCKEY!

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We are proud to salute our Minor Hockey players and coaches. www.spearingservice.com

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Glen Ewen Mixed 4-H report On January 20, 2018, Glen Ewen Mixed 4-H held their regular meeting at the Communiplex Mariah Warriner – the President, opened the meeting and led with the Pledge.

DISCUSSION ARISING FROM THE MINUTES: a) Speeches

District Public Speaking to be held at the Communiplex.

Regional Public Speaking to be held in the Oxbow School.

Provincial Public Speaking will be held in Melville, SK. b) Provincial 4-H Ski Day is at Mission Ridge.

Pause for Reflection

By Ken Rolheiser www.kenrolheiser.com

La dolce vita and memento mori A young minister was obliged to call upon the widow of an eccentric man who had just died. In his attempt to console her he said, “I know this must be a very hard blow, Mrs. Vernon.

But we must remember that what we see here is the husk only, the shell.

The nut has gone to heaven.”

We are all attracted to the good life and we have a natural fear of death. We can joke about it, as in our opening lines. Some of these anecdotes have a ring of truth about them.

It’s not that I’m afraid to die, I just don’t want to be there when it happens. Woody Allen How young can you die of old age? Steven Wright Personally, after my death I want my face book message to read: Is visiting with his ancestors. And that is the truth I am looking forward to.

Our lives are a book.

The last chapter is the key. If we could read that chapter first, it would give everything a perspective, especially our

attitude toward suffering, pain and hardship.

We all travel the road of life and we seek ways to enrich our journey. We need words of hope and peace, and only God can provide these.

Aleteia (World wide Catholic News) of January 3 said, “Memento mori [remember your death] is not a morbid fixation on death; it is a rich and ancient spiritual practice that can lead a person to a life of virtue and eventually to a life that ends in eternal salvation. In short, thinking about your death will lead you to life.”

Monks used to greet each other daily with “Memento mori”. Saint Ambrose wrote: “Death must be active within us if life also is to be active within us. . . [Death] is a passover from corruption, from mortality to immortality, from rough seas to a calm harbour.

The word “death” must not trouble us; the blessings that come from a safe journey should bring us joy. What is death but the burial of

sin and the resurrection of goodness?”

Aleteia goes on to suggest some memento mori daily practices: 1.Get a skull for your desk - tweet about it every day. 2. Read a book about last things.

3. Make a resolution focused on holiness.

4.Plan your own funeral.

(This is as practical as having a will in place.)

5.Spend time with older, wiser people.

Memento mori should counterbalance the dolce vita, the sweet life. Poet Horace expressed la dolce vita as nunc est bibendum or “now is the time for drinking” . In our lives there is certainly room for both the joy of wine and the wisdom of reflection.

Creatures who do not enjoy the creator’s blessings show evidence of ingratitude. Joy and happiness make life more precious. Learn to appreciate God’s goodness while in this world as a happy preparation for what is to come.

Heaven starts here, on earth, and we take the best of love and our

Statement from Grain Growers of Canada on the latest round of NAFTA talks January 30, 2018 Last week, Grain Growers of Canada (GGC) President Jeff Nielsen was in Montreal for the latest round of NAFTA talks. Mr. Nielsen took part in events including a press conference with agriculture producers from Canada, the US and Mexico as well as a roundtable with Parliamentary Secretary Andrew Leslie.

“It is very important to ensure that we have producer voices at trade negotiations as 90% of Canadian farmers have a lot to lose if these talks fail, and so much to gain from their success,” said Mr. Nielsen, following

the meetings. “The opportunity to engage with our international counterparts reminded me just how much we have in common as an industry. The integrated supply chains that NAFTA has allowed to develop have helped all three nations grow our economies and supported the incredible innovation we see today.”

“Farmers are a trade reliant part of Canada’s strong middle class,” continued Mr. Nielsen.

“We recognize how hard our government has been working to find a successful conclusion to these talks and encourage them to continue

their efforts. So many Canadians rely on NAFTA for their livelihoods and it would be devastating blow to lose all it has provided.”

Grain Growers of Canada provides a strong national voice for over 50,000 active and successful grain, oilseed and pulse producers through its 13 provincial, regional and national grower groups. Our mission and mandate are to pursue a policy environment that maximizes global competitiveness and to influence federal policy on behalf of independent Canadian grain farmers and their associations.

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good deeds with us when we die.

And so, dear reader, if we live our lives filled with hope and laid down in service to family, spouse, friends, community and world, there is no fear of death, but only gratitude for life.

Finally, God will gather us all in tender hands, loving and forgiving.

c) Dereck Nordin gave a report on the Cupcake Making class he attended. d) District Curling reports were given by Jill Bayliss and Eli Bartlett. e) Morgan Bayliss gave a report on the Christmas Concert in Glen Ewen.

NEW BUSINESS: a) District Bowling – April in Carnduff. b) 4-H Speeches were presented: Eli Bartlett – Pokemon Amanda Nordin – Dogs Mariah Warriner – Viola Desmond c) Our group photo will be in March BIRTHDAY celebration for Dominique Doherty.

MYRNA’S TIME: Myrna’s time Plans were discussed and finalized for District and Regional Public Speaking.

4-H Saskatchewan Photo Contest begins. Categories and ages were discussed.

S.E. Regional Record Books have not been returned yet.

PROJECT REPORTS: Small Pets – Eli Bartlett and Dominique Doherty, Foods – Amanda Nordin, International Cuisine – Mariah Warriner, Outdoor Adventure – Dereck Nordin and Morgan Bayliss, Performing the Arts – Jill Bayliss and Gina Bayliss.

ADJOURNMENT: Our next meeting will be held in February. After the meeting the members enjoyed a delicious lunch and then played games.

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Seniors’ Survey: Sask. Health focus group in Carlyle Lynne Bell

Observer Staff

Local seniors and community leaders put their heads together at the Saskatchewan Health Authority’s ‘Seniors in the Community’ focus group on Friday, Jan. 26 at Carlyle’s

Golden Heritage Court.

Facilitators Deb Kennett Russill - occupational therapist and Chair of Seniors in the Community - and Felecia Watson - Director of Quality and Safety for the Sun Country Health Region/Saskatchewan Health Authority in this

Deb Kennett Russill (left) and Felecia Watson (right) conducted a ‘Seniors in the Community’ focus group in Carlyle on Friday, Jan. 26. Local seniors and community representatives took part in a wide-ranging discussion and surveys which addressed issues of accessibility and quality of life for seniors in their communities. Watson will file a report at the end of the project, which will be turned in to the province’s health authority.

area - both stated that the event’s purpose was to explore what is needed locally to support seniors’ quality of life in their home communities.

“The goal is to survey area communities and ultimately, to support seniors to remain in their own homes safely for as long as possible and to address their quality of life in their communities,” says Kennett Russill.

“We’re asking: ‘Where can we help?’ as a health region in our different communities.”

“We feel really strongly that we need to hear from the seniors themselves,” adds Watson. “What they need and what’s important in their community.”

Nearly 20 participants - including local seniors as well as representatives from the Town of Carlyle, the Carlyle & District Food Bank, the Carlyle Housing Authority, Friends of Moose Mountain Lodge, the Carlyle and District Lions Club and the Happy Gang Club - took part in a wide-ranging discussion after completing a confidential survey which addressed aspects of accessibility and quality of life affecting seniors in Carlyle.

Livestock, Crops and Forages 18th Annual Moose Mountain Ag Day Tuesday, February 13, 2018 - Prairie Place Hall, Arcola, SK 9:00am

Ag Trade Show Opens, Coffee & Registration

9:30am

Welcome & Sponsor Recognition

9:50am

lntercropping Lana Shaw, PAg, MSc, Research Manager, South East Research Farm (SERF) Trade Show Booths, Networking, Coffee Break

10:40am 11:10am

Upper Souris Watershed Association Program Update David Pattyson, Executive Director

11:30am

Canola Straw – Potential Roughage Resource?

Lorne Klein, Forage Specialist, Saskatchewan Agriculture

12:00pm

Lunch

1:00pm

Increasing Diversity to Enhance Resilience Ryan Boyd, SG&R Farms, Forrest, Manitoba

1:45pm

Automated Agriculture Cory Beaujot, Marketing and Communications Manager, SeedMaster Manufacturing

2:30pm

Trade Show Booths, Networking, Coffee Break

3:00pm

What’s Happening to our Weather?

David Phillips, Senior Climatologist, Environment & Climate Change Canada

Registration at the door $25.00, includes lunch For more information contact Lorne Klein at 306-848-2382 or lorne.klein@qov.sk.ca Thank you to our Sponsors

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Director of Quality and Safety for the Saskatchewan Health Authority in this area - Felecia Watson - is pictured here at a ‘Seniors in the Community’ focus group at Carlyle’s Golden Heritage Court on Friday, Jan. 26.

The survey questions addressed issues that included: accessibility, transportation and roads, housing, respect amd social inclusion, participation and communication, employment opportunities, community supports and health services.

Participants were also asked to rank health concerns in their community. The results listed the group’s top concerns as follows: Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, cancer, diabe-

tes, depression and foot care.

Resources for seniors in Carlyle that were discussed included the town’s Handivan, the Happy Gang Centre and Meals on Wheels - which led Watson to conclude: “What I’ve heard here today is that there are lots of great resources in your community and in some cases, it’s just a matter of harnessing them and getting the word out to people about what’s available.”

Watson will com-

pile a report for the Saskatchewan Health Authority when the community visits are complete.

“It’s important to raise awareness and if these issues aren’t discussed and addressed, then they’re not acted on,” says Kennett-Russill.

“We’ve had a really great turnout today and a valuable discussion.”

For more information, visit: www. saskhealthauthority.ca.