Carlyle Observer: March 20, 2015

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Arcola Optimist Club distributes $19,860 at annual Snowmobile Rally Banquet

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Photo by Lynne Bell, Observer Staff

The Arcola Optimist Club dispersed nearly $20,000 to seven area clubs and organizations at their Snowmobile Rally Banquet, held March 11 at Arcola’s Optimist Legion Hall. This year, the Optimists’ 22nd Annual Arcola Snowmobile rally welcomed 243 riders from Saskatchewan and Manitoba. Since the rally’s inception, the Optimist Club has contributed nearly $850,000 to community projects in the area. “There are a lot of jobs to get done in order to put the rally on,” says Optimist Club president, Blake Brownridge. “Everybody in the club has something to do, and they always get it done. Pictured are members of Arcola’s Optimist Club.

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The Arcola Optimist Club presented $19,860 to seven area organizations at their annual Snowmobile Rally Banquet, Wednesday, March 11 at The Optimist Legion Hall in Arcola.

“We enjoy this as a night out for our club,” says Optimist Club president, Blake Brownridge. “And we try to make it a good night for all of the groups that help us out with our snowmobile rally.”

“We have a great relationship with all of the other clubs or community organizations that either help us put on the snowmobile rally or benefit from it as a fundraiser or both,” adds Brownridge.

“It’s a great rally,” says Optimist Club secretary-treasurer, Glen Lawson.

“Our rally sponsorship was high; we sold out our lotto tickets, and we made a really good profit, even with only 243 riders.

Because of the mild weather and snow conditions this year, that’s only about half the number of riders we usually have at the rally, so under the circumstances, we did very well this year.”

“The rally is not only a major fundraiser for the Optimist Club, it’s also a major fundraiser for almost all of the organizations we support,” adds Lawson.

After a roast beef dinner-catered by Linda Chapman and Eileen Corrigan-seven community organizations were presented with contributions totalling nearly $20,000 by Optimist Snowmobile Rally chair, Randy James.

“The snowmobile rally is our main community fundraiser,” says Brownridge. “And we’ve already got the date for next year’s event, which will be held on January 30, 2016.”

“We’ll be hoping for more snow, but the rally will go ahead, anyway. We hope everyone comes out to enjoy a great event that supports organizations in our area.”

To learn more, or to become a member of the Arcola Optimist Club, contact a member of the club or visit their website at www. arcolaoptimist.com.

Manor raises funds for community rink – page 2 Alida Act One Production – page 4

Arcola Optimists Annual Banquet

Photo by Lynne Bell, Observer Staff

The Arcola Optimist Club’s annual snowmobile rally takes place on the last Saturday in January, with the 2016 rally already scheduled for January 30. This year, 243 riders competed for an array of prizes, with 2,500 draw tickets on the choice of a snowmobile, a quad, or a side by side selling out completely. However, the rally’s big winners are always the community organizations the Optimists support, according to President Blake Brownridge. “In the over 20 years we’ve been doing (the rally), we’ve contributed close to $850,000 to community projects. That’s pretty cool.” Every year, the Arcola Optimist Club holds their rally dinner and cheque presentations at the Optimist Legion Hall in Arcola.

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Oil Drop Shop open for business Kelly Running Observer Staff

The Oil Drop Shop officially opened on Monday, March 9, in Stoughton to cater to quick lube services and filter replacements on heavy hauling trucks and small vehicles.

Located at 1614 Maplewind Road, the shop will be open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. from Monday to Saturday each week. Though these are the hours they’re starting with they do hope to extend them. Whether calling ahead for an appointment or just dropping in at the shop, Larry Debusschere, manager, says they will be able to handle the job.

“We can change the oil in pretty much anything that comes along,” Debusschere stated. “Mostly we will be working with large trucks, but regular vehicles are welcome as well. As far as I know we’re the only quick lube shop for semis though; I’m not saying they’re not out there but I haven’t come across them.”

“The idea is to service small cars and trucks, up to three tonnes, as well as semi and picker trucks, which the floor was made to hold that kind of weight and we have the oversized doors to cater to that.”

In total there are four bays, two of the bays are for small cars and trucks, while the other two bays are set up for semi and picker trucks. Additionally there are 12 employees working in the Oil Drop Shop, which will make the stop quick and will potentially lead to shift work so vehicles can be serviced anytime.

“The shop is set up so we don’t have to take the trailer off of semi units, the only trailers that do have to come off are tankers, but otherwise they can just pull right in,” Debusschere explained. “We are a quick lube shop, so all of the oil is pumped through lines and it’s all metered. We have numerous different oil products so drivers have choice.”

Conscious of the environmental factors of their work Debusschere says they reuse oil in order to heat the shop and the floor space.

The idea for the business came because of a need in the area: “It was a missing link in the trucking and oil field industry.”

“The businesses need to have regular maintenance on their equipment to keep their warranties in place and we can help them with that.”

Photo by Kelly Running, Observer Staff

Plastic drums of various oils are piped through the shop; they are also metered which lets employees do quick and efficient oil changes.

As a quick lube shop they are focused on oil changes, fuel filter changes, greasing, air filtration, and cab filtration. While doing this work they will make repair notes of any concerns for the driver to take to a full-service shop.

Additionally Debusschere says that the Oil Drop Shop will cater to long haul drivers, “In the washrooms we decided to put showers in for long haul drivers. We are finishing off a lounge area where they can grab a coffee and get wi-fi, we’ll have couches in here and a T.V. We’ll also be bringing in a pop machine and a snack machine.”

“While they’re waiting for their servicing to be done they can wait in the lounge then, or we’re also working on setting something up to drive them over to a restaurant if they want to go have lunch while they wait.”

Debusschere is excited for the business to get into full swing with oil changes expected to take under an hour to do.

“It will end up taking around 40 minutes,” he said.

“Today’s our first day so we’re still working some things through and setting up the most effective routine for the employees working on vehicles.”

Manor Community Rec. Board hosts fundraiser Kelly Running Observer Staff

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(left) With over 50 silent auction items the Manor Community Rec Board was excited to see how much they would be able to fundraise on Saturday, March 14.

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In Manor the rink is an important facility that many people enjoy. Therefore, the Manor Recreation Committee hosted a fundraising supper on Saturday, March 14, to ensure the rink continues to have the funds needed to open each year.

“The Manor rink has always been a part of our community,” Rylan Weir explained.

“We’re lucky enough every year in a small community like Manor that we can keep the lights on, the doors open, and the caretaker paid.”

The evening began with a supper catered to by Rylan and Cindy Weir who donated their services, so the Rec Committee only had to pay for the cost of the food allowing them to maximize the amount raised.

The support of the community also came with over 50 auction items and numerous other fun ways to raise money including a raffle table, a 50/50 draw, and various games throughout the evening.

Though a final number of funds raised was unavailable when The Observer went to press, there were approximately 180 supper tickets sold.

“We were pushing for a crowd of 50,” Sharon Fox, one of the organizers, explained. “The funds go to the Community Recreation and Community Culture Committees. Through fundraising the main areas we like to help are the rink and the school.”

Though the Rec Committee hasn’t held a large fundraiser in years, the Manor Fire Department took a break this year from their annual fundraiser, so the Rec Committee decided to step in and host an event in the absence of the fire fighters’ event.

The Rec Committee had help with the event from community volunteers including the Manor Blues, the rec hockey team, that volunteered to run the bar for the event.

“Everything tonight is pretty much all volunteer,” Fox said.

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The hall was filled with people, having only expected 50 they were pleased to have sold 120 supper tickets.

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Country’s Eli Barsi, Blake Berglund, John Cunningham, and Chris Henderson nominated for Saskatchewan Country Music Association Awards Lynne Bell Observer Staff

Four artists with ties to southeastern Saskatchewan will represent this part of the province at the Saskatchewan Country Music Awards, Sunday, April 26 in Yorkton.

Singer-songwriter Blake Berglund from Kennedy (currently on tour in Australia) received two nominations-for Male Vocalist of the Year and Roots Album of the Year, for his critically-acclaimed recording, “Jasper.”

Kennedy native and country music veteran, Eli Barsi, has earned four nominations-for Roots Artist of the Year, Video of the Year for “Portrait of a Cowgirl”, Record Producer(s) of the Year (with Bart McKay), and All Star Band (Guitar).

“I am thrilled and honoured to be nominated for the upcoming Saskatchewan Country Music Awards,” says Barsi. “This busy province has an abundance of wonderful talent, many seasoned arists and newcomers, together offering some strong Saskatchewan entertainment. It’s a pleasure to be among them all.”

“2015 has already been a whirlwind of tours for us, with shows in Colorado, Nevada, South Dakota, Texas, and Virginia. I look forward to many shows in Saskatchewan and Alberta later this spring and summer. The fall will also be very busy as well, including a September tour in Ireland.”

Country singer-songwriter Chris Henderson has earned four 2015 Saskatchewan Country Music Association award nominations, for Male Vocalist of the Year, Manager of the Year, Song of the Year (Composer) for “I Sure Hope He Loves You” and Album of the Year for his second release, “My Turn.”

This year, the SCMA Awards ceremony will take place on Sunday, April 26 at Yorkton’s Gallagher Centre. (Archive photo)

Country music veteran, Eli Barsi (right) grew up in Kennedy, and now bases her career in Moosomin and Nashville. Barsi is nominated for four Saskatchewan Country Music Awards: Roots Artist of the Year, Video of the Year for “Portrait of a Cowgirl”, Record Producer(s) of the Year (with Bart McKay), and All Star Band (Guitar). Barsi’s husband, John Cunningham (left) also picked up three 2015 SCMA nominations for: All Star Band (Bass), All Star Band (Specialty), and Manager of the Year. (Archive photo) “In between tours, I am in and out of the studio, writing and arranging material for the next album. My husband, John Cunningham is also a 2015 SCMA nominee, with three nominations, so I want to congratulate him as well as all of our friends in the Saskatchewan Country Music scene.”

Cunningham’s SCMA nominations are: All Star Band (Bass), All Star Band (Specialty), and Manager of the Year.

Country singer-songwriter Chris Henderson has earned four 2015 Saskatchewan Country Music Association Award nominations. Like his friend Berglund, Henderson also received a nomination in the Male Vocalist of the Year category. He is also up for Manager of the Year, Song of the Year (Composer) for “I Sure Hope He Loves You” and Album of the Year, for his second release, “My Turn.”

Henderson, now based in Regina, briefly taught high school English in Carlyle and lived in Manor during his tenure in southeastern Saskatchewan. He previously won SCMA Song of the Year in 2014 for his Top 50 single, “Don’t Miss Your Kiss Goodbye,” co-written with Troy Kokol and Willie Mack.

“I’m thankful to be recognized by my peers again this year,” says Henderson. “Especially amongst so much talent in the province. I really believe we have the chance to have a special scene in this province.”

“It’s great to be recognized for album and song as well, because it was made in Saskatchewan with 95 percent of the work being done in Regina by many musicians, and producer Brad Prosko. I’m thankful that this project had a taste of national success, as it proves we can do some pretty awesome things, right here at home.”

This year’s SCMA Awards ceremony will take place on Sunday, April 26 at Yorkton’s Gallagher Centre.

For more, visit: www.elibarsi.com, www.blakeberglund.com, and www.chrishendersonmusic.com.

Often described as country music’s “real deal” Kennedy native Blake Berglund is currently on tour in Australia. Berglund captured two nominations at the Saskatchewan Country Music Association Awardsfor Male Vocalist of the Year and Roots Album of the Year, for his critically-acclaimed release, “Jasper.”

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Act One Productions delivers laughs in Alida Kelly Running Observer Staff

Laughter rang through the air in Alida as Act One Productions presented their annual dinner theatre from Wednesday, March 11, to Saturday, March 14, with a Sunday matinee performance.

With certain nights deemed Dessert Theatre, Cocktail Theatre, and the Dinner Theatre on March 14.

The Friday and Saturday productions were both sold out with 128 seats filled.

This year Act One performed the comedy “Caught in the Net,”

by Ray Cooney. A fitting play, as it is a sequel to the very first play Act One ever put on, “Run for your Wife,” in 1993.

The play this year was dedicated to Noel Gervais who had been a mainstay in the productions since the beginning.

Gervais passed away last year and this year’s performance was done in his memory.

The play centres around John Smith who is leading a double life. John has two wives and a child with each. John’s son, Gavin, and daughter, Vicki, find each other online and strike up a conversation discovering their fathers have not only a name in common, but are the same age and are both taxi drivers.

When John discovers the two have arranged to meet he does everything in his power to stop it from happening, even pulling in the help of his friend Stanley Gardner. As they try to keep people apart the lies and crazy antics snowball out of control.

Eventually John tells his wives about each other and discovers they had known for years.

Laughter abounded as physical comedy was enjoyed and lines were delivered with a kick.

John was played by Kim Carlsen who has enjoyed his third year with Act One Productions. Gavin was played by Chad Peet also back for his third year with Act One. Gavin’s mother, Barbara, was brought to life by Linda Potapinski who has been in 10 performances with Act One. Shanna Carriere took on the role of Vicki Smith. Carriere has been involved on-stage for 19 years. Vicki’s mother, Mary, was played by Margaret Peet who has been with Act One for the last 15 years.

Stanley Gardner was portrayed by Tim Cowan who has dedicated two decades to Act One. Stanley’s father, Dad, was brought to life by Dale Potapinski who has enjoyed 15 years with Act One Productions.

Many people went to a lot of work to bring the production to life, it was a true community effort.

Staff photo by Kelly Running, The Observer

With the stage separated into two houses, Barbara (Linda Potapinski) talks on the phone to her husband John (Kim Carlsen) who is at his other house with Stanley Gardner (Tim Cowan).

Staff photo by Kelly Running, The Observer

Much laughter abounded as Stanley Gardner played by Tim Cowan (right) interacted with his father played by Dale Potapinski.

Parking bylaw amendment Kelly Running Observer Staff

Tax enforcement A topic of lengthy discussion involved the consideration of utilizing a collection agent regarding two home owners’ taxes. A letter will be sent out to warn the homeowners that they must be in to the town office to set up a payment plan and that if a payment is missed, the matter will be forwarded to the collection agent.

Purchase of equipment Council approved the purchase of a new street sweeper.

Library installation A baby change table will be installed at the library.

Fire bylaws discussed The Fire Board reported that a request from the Carlyle Fire Department was placed to create a bylaw regarding fire pits size and distance from structures in

town. Also, that a fire ban bylaw be created for the Fire Department to enforce as needed. Council discussed and determined they already have certain fire related bylaws in place for the Fire Department to utilize.

Green and Clean It was reported that the Green and Clean Committee is working on either a sketch or map of the walking path they are going to establish throughout Carlyle.

Parking bylaw amendment Bylaw 2015-03 was passed. The bylaw was an amendment to Bylaw 2820, The Traffic Bylaw, where the no parking in front of the apartments along Mountain Drive was confirmed. It was also extended to include the area further east around the curve as people sometimes park here which causes a danger to those travelling around the corner.

Rusty Relics Museum A motion was passed to continue funding the Rusty Relics Museum at their usual $2,600 per year.

Waterworks assessment The Waterworks System Assessment’s third round needs to be completed this year. Town has one offer to do the work at $6,700, but they are awaiting another company’s cost and are checking into a third business as well.

Other Huguette Lutz was appointed as a voting delegate to the SAMA AGM. Council looked through a report of Public Works Time Spent 2014. This showed where town employees are working and where the majority of their time is spent.

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Arcola’s “Cinammon Bun Lady” bakes up a batch of goodness with SMACK students and work with her.”

“When they’re with Phyllis, they also just hang out with her, play cards and visit. It’s great for the students and their friendship with Phyllis is somehing they really appreciate.”

“With SMACK, the students have become more aware of the impact of kindness in our community, and in the world. Phyllis is a living example of what a lifetime of volunteerism looks like,” says Paul.

“She’s obviously a great role model.”

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Come and Go Coffee Party In honor of Delores Cutler’s 75th Birthday At the Carlyle Happy Gang

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Students from Arcola School’s SMACK (Students Making A Change with Kindness (l-r) Phyllis C., Taivan M., Melissa E,, Jordan J., Kylee D., and McKenna H., spent two days at the home of Arcola’s “Cinammon Bun Lady”, Phyllis Cameron. Along with decades of volunteerism within the town, Cameron has made cinammon buns for every member of the Arcola School community “for years”, according to educational assistant, Cathy Burton. “To us, she’s the Cinammon Bun Lady, but to the kids, she’s the Cinammon Bun Grandma.” (Photo submitted) Lynne Bell Observer Staff

For decades, Phyllis Cameron has-and continues to be-revered in the town of Arcola for her homemade cinammon buns and for her selfless service to the community.

On March 10 and 11, she mentored some of the community’s upcoming volunteers as she hosted students from Arcola School’s SMACK (Students Making A Change with Kindness) Club in her home for a two-day marathon baking session, where the group made 35 dozen cinammon buns to share with every member of the school, from staff to students to bus drivers.

Making cinammon buns for every person at Arcola School is something Cameron has been doing “for years,” says educational assistant, Cathy Burton. “To us, she’s the Cinammon Bun Lady, but to the kids, she’s the Cinammon Bun Grandma.”

“Every year, Phyllis has made cinammon buns for

every staff member at the school, all of the kids and the bus drivers, too,” says Burton. “This year, the kids wanted to come to Phyllis, and over two days, they made 35 dozen cinammon buns, enough for everyone at the school. That’s just the way Phyllis would like it.”

Teacher and Arcola School SMACK coordinator, Whitney Paul agrees. “As far as volunteering in the community, our students really look up to Phyllis Cameron. She’s been an outstanding community volunteer for decades, and she continues to volunteer, even into her eighties.”

“Definitely the work she does suggests her commitment to volunteerism. And for years, she’s not only baked for us here at the school, she’s also paid for the ingredients out of her own pocket.”

“This year, Cathy went and got the groceries. We at least wanted to help her with the expenses, even though she’d never expect it or ask for it,” says Paul. “Baking with the kids is something she really looks forward to, and the kids are always very excited to go to her house

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Envision’s Carlyle office celebrates International Women’s Day

Gordon F. Kells High School Drama Club presents two nights of Drama as we prepare for the upcoming Region 1 Drama Festival in Moosomin (March 26 – 28): “Gossip”

by Brian Hampton (Produced with special arrangement with Pioneer Drama Service, Inc., Englewood, Colorado) When: Monday, March 23, 2015 @ 7:00 P.M. Where: Carlyle Memorial Hall Price: $5.00

Staff photo by Lynne Bell, The Observer

Envision Counselling and Support Centre’s Carlyle office hosted an open house on Thursday, March12, honouring the women of Envision for International Women’s Day. “Without the frontline staff and volunteers that make Envision successful, we would never be where we are today,” said Executive Director, Christa Daku. “Linda (Coffey) and Jenna (Kosior)have brought the Carlyle office to where it is. Being a distance from Estevan and Weyburn, they continue to build up our office in Carlyle with the excellent clientele services they continue to provide.” Coffey (far right), a Family Intervention counsellor and Kosior (pictured right), an Interpersonal Violence and Abuse counsellor, are pictured at the Carlyle office’s celebration with Envision staff and volunteers from the area.

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Weekly RCMP report Lynne Bell Observer Staff

The Carlyle RCMP detachment received 47 calls to service between Friday, March 6 and Thursday, March 12.

911 Calls RCMP received four 911 calls during this period. A caller reported a vehicle in a ditch near Carlyle. Members attended and found the driver was sober and uninjured.

A call made from Kenosee Lake reported a fight. Members attended and found the report to be false. RCMP also investigated a call from the Carlyle area, and found all was well at the residence where the call originated.

A call from Redvers was found to be made in error.

False Alarm An alarm was set off in error at a business in Carlyle.

Alcohol-related offences In Arcola, a 15-year-old minor was fined $360 for possessing open alcohol.

A 24-year-old male was fined $360 for possessing open alcohol in a motor vehicle, on Hwy 13 near Carlyle.

In Carlyle, a 27-year-old male was charged $200 for being intoxicated in a public place. Another 27-year-old male was also charged $200 for being intoxicated in a public place.

Assistance Members from the Carlyle detachment attended to a mental health complaint in the Carlyle area. As a result, the individual in question went to the hospital voluntarily.

RCMP executed a warrant in Carlyle on behalf of the Saskatoon Police Service. In a separate matter, members from the Carlyle detachment assisted the Saskatoon Police Service by obtaining a statement from an individual involved in a hit-and-run in Saskatoon.

At the request of the Regina Police Service, the RCMP obtained a statement from an individual involved in a hit-andrun in Regina.

The Carlyle detachment also assisted the Estevan Police Service in trying to locate an individual.

Members were asked to take a child home in the Kisbey area. The RCMP investigated and found that this was

not a police matter and that the child in question was safe and well.

Carlyle RCMP were called to assist regarding a child custody issue in Arcola, which was resolved.

Members investigated a report of a suspicious person in Carlyle, and found all to be well.

Two sets of fingerprints for two individuals were taken by members of the Carlyle RCMP. One was for immigration purposes, and one was for a volunteer position.

An Alberta driver’s licence was reported lost near Carlyle.

Assault In Arcola, a 38-year-old male was arrested and charged with assault. He is currently in custody on remand, pending his next court appearance.

RCMP investigated an assault that occurred near Alida. However, the victim declined to pursue charges.

The report of an assault in the Carlyle area was investigated by RCMP and was determined to be unfounded.

Motor vehicle collisions Carlyle RCMP attended to a hit-andrun in Carlyle. All parties were located and no one was injured.

Mischief Members investigated a report of trespassing in Arcola.

Sexual assault A report of a sexual assault in the Carlyle area is under investigation by the RCMP. Traffic infractions Near Carlyle, an 18-year-old male was charged and fined with the following: driving without a valid operator’s licence ($150), operating an unregistered vehicle ($580) and speeding ($460). In addition, the vehicle he was driving was seized by police.

In a separate incident near Carlyle, a 28-year-old male was charged with driving without a licence as well as driving an unregistered vehicle.

RCMP are still investigating the report of a potentially dangerous driver near Carlyle. The individual was observed driving erratically in foggy conditions, as well as tailgating, and nearly forcing other drivers off the road while passing.

Members investigated a report of a possibly-disqualified driver behind

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the wheel in the Carlyle area. Upon investigation, the vehicle was located and the individual in question was not driving. RCMP also investigated a report of a possibly non-licenced vehicle on Hwy 13 in Carlyle. However, this vehicle was not located.

A 31-year-old male was fined $230 for failing to stop at a stop sign in Carlyle.

RCMP issued a light vehicle inspection ticket to a 17-year-old male on Hwy 13 near Carlyle.

Members issued nine speeding tickets: A 54-year-old male was fined $131, a 20-year-old male was fined $132, a 23-year-old male was fined $134, a 28-year-old male and a 43- year-old male were each fined $138, a 21-year-old male,

a 31-year-old male and a 30-year-old male were all fined $139, and a 41-yearold male was fined $150.

Theft Carlyle RCMP received a report of theft of fuel under $80. Members contacted the individual in question, and this person returned to the business and paid for the fuel.

Members are investigating the unauthorized use of a gas card in the Arcola area.

RCMP are investigating a report of theft of cash in the Carlyle area.

Uttering threats A complaint of uttering threats originating from the Carlyle area is still under investigation.

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Stoughton Lions host Funspiel Kelly Running Observer Staff

The Stoughton Lions enjoyed hosting a community Funspiel on Saturday, March 14.

A total of eight teams entered the last curling bonspiel of the year in Stoughton’s curling rink. From youngsters learning how to curl to their grandparents helping them, it became a fun day for all involved.

“It’s all about fun and everyone has a lot of it here,” Lions president, Ken Bahnuick, explained.

Each game consisted of four ends with team members rotating through positions each end. After each end was finished the winning team would spin a specially made wheel which would then add an extra fun twist.

There were eight twists including using a straw broom, no sweeping allowed, sweep the other team’s rocks, throw with opposite hand, only use four rocks, curling normally, switching positions, and switching teams for an end.

“We’re not sure who we are going to give the funds raised from today to yet, but there are about two or three groups we know of right now that could use it,” Bahnuick stated, explaining this was a decision they would make at their next meeting.

That evening the Lions also put on a community supper, which was well enjoyed.

The Stoughton and District Lions, a total of 10 individuals, host a variety of activities in the community including tracking Santa down to visit the local nursing home, running the birthday club at the nursing home, putting together a Lions calendar, and putting together the Stoughton Daze parade for Canada Day. Additionally they host an annual reverse draw in June where they sell 210 tickets. The tickets are then drawn one at a time with the first ticket winning $50 and the last ticket in the bucket winning $1,000.

Though a small club the Stoughton Lions are dedicated and are always open to new members who bring new ideas to the group.

“We’re always looking for new members,” Bahnuick said. “It’s a great way to become involved in your community.”

Staff photo by Kelly Running, The Observer

The Stoughton Lions Funspiel drew lots of youth out to play.

From grandparents to grandkids and everyone in between the Stoughton Funspiel was a great way to say goodbye to the curling rink ice for the year.

Staff photo by Kelly Running, The Observer

Tremendous Antique & Collector Auction Saturday, March 28th, 2015

10:30 a.m. in Prairie Place Complex, Arcola, SK.

Natural Health & Healing Expo Staff photo by Kelly Running, The Observer

A young girl runs the rock out of the hack and down the ice.

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Possibly the premium antique sale of the year!

For info contact: Kevin Paton 306-421-1632 or

Arcola Day Care is offering tasty lunches for purchase

Check websites mrankinauctions.com & rosstaylorauction.com

Admission $5 [12 & under free] A portion of the proceeds from the door will be donated to the Arcola Day Care.

Features: over 75 porcelain and metal advertising signs Red Indian, B/A, Marfak, Texaco, Buick, Barber Shop, Sask.

Life, Leader Post, J.D. & Case Dealership, Quaker State, Goodrich, Canada Confederation, and more rare and original signs. Light up signs; Red Indian barrel pump, B-A 88 Diesel fuel pump; Advertising thermometers; door pushes; clocks; CM5 IV - 10 cent Coca-Cola vending machine; Coke chest cooler; 2 original gas pump globes; some furniture; lamps; many collectibles includes First Nation’s memorabilia; Military; Store items; Case steam tractor cast iron differential cover with eagle logo; farm items; railroad; stoneware, plus much more.

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For more info or to be part of the Expo, please contact: Chaelynn Slykhuis at 306-736-8086 or chaelynn_20@hotmail.com

Murray Rankin Auction 204-534-7401 Killarney, Manitoba - SK license 313936.

Ross Taylor Auction Service 204-877-3834 Reston, Manitoba - SK. license 909917.

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Friday, March 20, 2015

LiveWell with Chronic Conditions program expands to White Bear First Nations Chronic diseases are the major cause of death and disability worldwide. Every 7 minutes in Canada, someone dies from heart disease or stroke. Individuals with chronic conditions such as diabetes, COPD, asthma, heart disease, and kidney disease are better able to gain control over their conditions and live a more productive lives when they have adequate

knowledge on how to selfmanage their conditions.

Acting on feedback from community survey conducted in Carlyle and area last October, Sun Country Health Region is expanding its self-management workshop to the community of White Bear First Nations. Individuals that attended LiveWell with chronic conditions workshop have reported improved quality of life

Sun Country Regional Health Authority

NOTICE of MEETING WHEN: Wednesday, March 25, 2015 WHERE: Aud. 1, St. Joseph’s Hospital of Estevan TIME: 1:30 p.m.

• The Authority is the governing body of your Health Region, and conducts its regular business meetings in public.

• Strategic Planning - Wall Walk at 1:30 p.m.

• Individuals or groups of individuals requesting a meeting with SCRHA must send their request in writing 10 days prior to the meeting stating the purpose of the meeting and the time required.

Send to Sun Country Regional Health Authority, 808 Souris Valley Rd., Weyburn, SK, S4H 2Z9 or to betty.nault@schr.sk.ca Everyone is welcome to attend and observe.

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and better management of difficult emotions (such as frustration, pain, fatigue etc.) arising from their chronic conditions.

Livewell with chronic conditions is a peer-led patient education program offered across the region.

It is facilitated by pairs of trained volunteers from the community to groups of 12-16 people, once a week for 2.5 hours for 6 consecutive weeks. The program is offered free of charge to participants. The Region is partnering with Auldene Craig, the diabetes program coordinator and other health professionals at White Bear Health Centre to make the workshop a success.

Using culturally appropriate resources, participants will learn about appropriate physical activities, how to manage difficult emotions arising from chronic conditions, healthy eating, better breathing, decision making and problem solving.

Individuals with chronic conditions and their care givers/family members are welcome to attend. The workshop provides an opportunity for participants

of the

to participate in decisions concerning their health, build mutual support and confidence in their ability to manage their health and maintain active and fulfill-

ing lives.

The workshop is planned for Mondays, April 13-May 18, 2015 at the White Bear Band Office between 1:30 and 4:30

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Submitted by Myrna Olson

Tuesday, April 7, 2015 Redvers Legion Hall Registration: 6:00 p.m.

Supper: 6:30 p.m.

Meeting: 7:30 p.m.

Supper tickets are $6.00 and are available at the administration office in Redvers.

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Barry and Marlene Myers of Medicine Hat, AB spent several days in Wawota visiting with family members including his mother, Lil Myers at Deer View Lodge.

Congratulations to Jeff and Ashley Pratt of Kenosee Lake on the birth of a daughter. Merryn Grace was born on Mar. 7 and weighed 7 lbs. 5oz.

Ruth Ingram formerly of Manor passed away on Mar. 5 at the Moose Mountain Lodge in

Carlyle. She was 91 years and her funeral service was held on Mar. 12. She was the former, Ruth Fox, sister to Irene Wilson, Muriel Bannister, Helen Pleckham, Bernice Black, Denzil and Sterling Fox. Congratulations to Michael and Katrina de Nevers of Regina on the birth of a son. He was born on Mar. 4 and weighed 8 lbs. He has been named Bennett George.

Harvey and Ethel Hurren of Brandon and the former

minister of Wawota United Church attended church services with the congregation last Sunday.They were passing through on their way to Fillmore.

Sympathy to the Wright family on the passing of 20-year-old Brady Vickers. He was on a student exchange to Korea at the time of his passing. He is the son of Pheona Wright and Mark Vickers and a grandson of Dick and Dianne Wright of Kenosee Lake.

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For more information about LiveWell, please call and leave a message for the program coordinator at 306-842-8213.

Several members of Jean Bogner’s family spent the weekend with her. Included were her daughter Laurie, granddaughter Christina, great grandson, Youssouf, all of Regina, as well as granddaughter Jen, and great granddaughter, Ezri, from Burnaby, BC. The beautiful weather helped make it a wonderful weekend for all. Recently Jean spent ten days with her friend , Barb Fenwick, at Carberry, MB.

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Arcola School to host ColorDash

Running five kilometers has never been more fun. Arcola School is hosting a ColorDash on Saturday, May 30, for friends and families to enjoy as a fundraiser for the Student Representative Council (SRC).

Laurie James and Cathy Burton received information about this particular colour run and decided it would be a great fundraiser for the community.

“Cathy has done these runs before, so when we received the information in the mail we decided it would be a great way for SRC to raise money for supplies for students,” James stated.

“It’s a blast!” Burton, who has participated in similar events in Saskatoon and Regina, added.

“The paint is non-toxic and environmentally friendly, it’s actually a cornstarch base. Every kilometer you get to a station with a handful of people with these boxes of paint who huck it at you.”

James and Burton are excited for the day as the event allows people to register as individuals, groups, and families as well.

ColorDash is self described as being “a family friendly, untimed 5K, who welcomes all shapes, sizes, ages, and abilities.”

“It’s a lot of fun and it’s open to anybody at any age,” Burton said. “It’s a fun thing and the ones I’ve been to

have people who dress up. I’ve made tutus for people and I’ve seen other people who show up wearing wedding dresses they found at value village.”

“You do get a white t-shirt when you sign up so by the end you’re covered by paint.”

Registration is currently open online by visiting www.CD5k.com and selecting “Locations,” then “More Locations,” and finally “5/30/15 Arcola, Saskatchewan.”

The packet pick-up will begin at 8 a.m., while the run will start at 10 a.m. Cost to participate is $40 for an individual, $35 per team member (minimum of four and maximum of 16 on a team), and $85 for a family of three with the option of additional family members being added at $15 each with a maximum of six.

Organizers are also looking for approximately 30 volunteers to help ensure it is a successful event. If interested in volunteering registration is also available online.

If anyone has questions contact either Laurie James or Cathy Burton at Arcola School: 306-4552340.

Arcola School will host a ColorDash on May 30 and are encouraging people to sign up now.

Gordon F. Kells High School

Cougar Corner The Gordon F. Kells High School Drama Club presents Two Nights of Drama as they prepare for the upcoming Region 1 Drama Festival in Moosomin ( March 26 – 28). They will present “Gossip” (by Brian Hampton) (Produced with special arrangement with Pioneer Drama Service, Inc., Englewood, Colorado) on Monday, March 23, 2015 @ 7:00 P.M. at the Carlyle Memorial Hall. (Price: $5.00) & “The Absolutely Insidious and Utterly Terrifying Truth About Cat Hair” (by Bradley Walton) (Produced with special arrangement with Theatrefolk, Crystal Beach, Ontario) on Wednesday, March 25, 2015 @ 7:00 P.M. in the Carlyle Elementary School Gym (Price: $5.00) Congratulations to the junior boys basketball team for a great season. They competed in exhibition games and a tournament in Stoughton this year. It was great to see basketball at GFK. Thanks to the coaches, Miss Scherle and Mr. Broccolo, for their time and expertise.

GFK and CES would like to invite the public to a FREE pancake breakfast on May 7th, 2015 to kick off our Pink Day at Gordon F. Kells school. We will be serving pancakes, sausages, coffee and juice from 8:00 am— 9:00 am. We would also like to also invite you to the Carlyle Memorial Hall at 7:30 p.m. where Dr. Eva Olsson will be giving a presentation to the community.

Dr. Olsson, Holocaust survivor, uses the Holocaust and her experiences in it as a springboard to discuss the following key issues: · The power of hate and the need to stop it when it occurs. · The importance of not being a bystander when bad

STOUGHTON CREDIT UNION LTD. 55th ANNUAL MEETING NOTICE Wednesday, April 15th 2015 Stoughton Legion Hall Supper - 6:30 p.m. (Advance Ticket Only) Meeting - 7:30 p.m.

TICKETS: $6.00 at each branch AGENDA: Financial Reports Director Elections DATE: PLACE: TIME:

Financial Statements can be reviewed at the Stoughton and Kisbey Offices, 10 days prior to the meeting date.

Nominating Committee are accepting nominations for the election of:

3 Directors from the Stoughton Branch

For more information contact Clint Neuls at 457-2443.

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Two Nights of Drama Southeast Saskatchewan Regional Science Fair in Carnduff on March 19th . Good luck guys!

Sr. Badminton has “open” practices Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 7:30 to 9:00pm.

Junior Badminton has practices Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 to 5:00pm. The GFK Jr. Badminton team will be having a friendly match with Manor and Arcola teams on March 26th .

Anyone who is interested in advertising on the school’s virtual signs should contact Mr. Howe at the school. Check out the school’s new website. To view this, go to the school division’s website (www.cornerstonesd.ca) and about half way down the page you will see a “School” tab. Locate GFK and you are there! For all of your Gordon F. Kells news and updates, check out the virtual signs or visit our school blog at gfkells.wordpress.com! You can also find us using Google. Search “Beat the Bells at GF Kells.”

things are happening. · The importance of having compassion and respect for self and others.

We are excited to have Joanne Neddow and our Grandma Angie in our school to offer a program based on First Nations’ traditions called Grandmother Medicine. This program is offered to one of the 7 & 8 classes as a pilot program teaching the seven core teachings that are the essence of most traditions of the world - respect, courage, honor, love, truth, wisdom, and forgiveness.

On March 25th and 26th a group of students will be taking part in the Red Cross “Beyond the Hurt” Respect Ed Program. These students will be taking on a leadership role in our school environment to promote antibullying ideals, and the “Respect, Responsibility, and Integrity Motto.”

The Science Club members Teran Baker and Nathan Kirchofer are getting ready to participate in the

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Friday, March 20, 2015

SPORTS

Baseball players, spectators urged to attend Midget Triple A tryouts

By Lynne Bell Observer Staff

Blaine Kovach, head coach of the Estevan-based SouthEast Midget Triple A baseball team (for players ages 15-18) says that three players from the Carlyle area will be attending the upcoming team tryouts, and he is urging other players and spectators to come out for the three-session series as well.

“There’s no need to pre-register,” says Kovach. “Just come out and show us your skills.”

“We already have Kirkland Chalus, Josh Brown, and Mark Shaw from Carlyle attending, and we welcome anyone interested in playing for us to come on out and show us their pitching, fielding, and running abilities.”

The series of three tryouts-which all players will be expected to attend- will be held March 29 from 2-4 p.m. at Estevan High School, and March 31 from 7-9 p.m. and April 2 from 7-9 p.m. in the multiplex room at Estevan’s Affinity Place.

“This is the highest calibre of ball you can play at this level in Saskatchewan,” says Kovach. “It’s a great opportunity for potential players, and at this level of play, the tryouts are great to watch too.”

For more information, call Blaine Kovach at (306)421-3268.

Carlyle’s Kirkland Chalus (left) will be one of the baseball players vying for a spot on the SouthEast Twins AAA Midget team at three upcoming tryouts in Estevan on March 29 and 31, and April 2. Head coach Blaine Kovach

(pictured right) urges aspiring players as well as spectators to come out. “There’s no need to pre-register,” he says. “Just come out and show us your skills.”

(Photo submitted)

Cougars Novice Team Wade League Champs The Carlyle Cougars Novice Team Wade became Moose Mountain Hockey League champions as they won the second out of three games-with a 10-4 victory- against the Redvers Rockets Novice Team Jody, Wed., March 10 at the Carlyle Sports arena. Coach Wade Robertson said, “I just want to say how proud I am of the kids for their hard work and determination. If one team deserved to win, it was them.”

Pictured are: (Back row, l-r) Coach Wade Roberston, Grady Benjamin, Ayven Standingready, and Assistant coach, Chris Piper.

(Middle row, l-r) Kaden Piper, Nolan Riddell, Dawson Gailbraith, Blake Robertson, Keltin Slykuis, and Max Waugh. (Front row, l-r) Reeve Waugh, Daine Thomas and Chase Robertson (seated).

(Staff photo by Lynne Bell)

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Upcoming Club 19 Events

Sunday, March 22 at 2 p.m.

Carlyle Skating Arena Guest Skater: Niki Nagy, SK Provincial Pre Novice Champion, 2015 Canada Games Competitor Silver collection at the door. Accepting donations for the Carlyle & District Food Bank

Easter Sunday Brunch 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Closed for Good Friday Thursday, April 23rd: Rosie & The Riveters All shows are Advance Tickets Only. For tickets or information call 577-4422 ext. 3 or 4 or email golf.kenosee.amanda@sasktel.net To book an event, call or email Amanda at 577-4422 ext. 4 or golf.kenosee.amanda@sasktel.net 44

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Rebels 16U take gold at home

Observer Staff Photo by Kelly Running

Gracie Schutz (Carlyle), the libero, dives for a ball in tournament action

Observer Staff Photo by Kelly Running

Observer Staff Photo by Kelly Running

Jorja Bendtsen (Carlyle) blocks an opponent from Esterhazy in the first game of the tournament.

By Kelly Running with two pools of three.

Observer Staff After round robin play finished crossover matches The Red Coat Rebels were held. a 16U club volleyball With the Rebels having team based in Carlyle Submitted by the Southeast earned a bye to the and coached by Mickey Vipers Volleyball Club semi-final they faced off Adams hosted their home against Storm A. Taking tournament on Saturday, The Southeast Vipers this match in two sets the March 14.

15U team attended a Rebels moved on to the Attending teams tournament in Oxbow final against RVC. included Esterhazy Storm on Saturday, March 14.

The Rebels took the A and B, Yorkton Blitz, Attending the tourney first set in a tough battle, and a Regina Volleyball were both 14U and 15U but going into the second Club (RVC) team. teams from Estevan, RVC was invigorated and The Rebels were up Oxbow, Weyburn, and determined. RVC took against Storm B and Blitz Arcola. the second set forcing the in their pool, which they Many clubs brought game to go to three. were able to take first in. more than one team and In the final set of the The morning game against the Vipers split their team Storm B was a tough fight, tournament, the Rebels of 13 to make two teams came out a little flat. RVC with Storm taking the first up. The girls cheered took the lead, but it was set leaving the Rebels to each other on despite win the game in three sets. one they couldn’t keep. being enemies in their The Rebels fought hard In the match-up against pool, celebrating good Yorkton the Rebels earned and came back. They took plays and supporting the lead and eventually the each other throughout the victory in two, leaving game finishing with a third day. them first in their pool. set score of 15 to 13.

The draw was set up One team of Vipers

The Red Coat Rebels 16U club team based in Carlyle hosted a home tournament on Saturday, March 14, where they took first place in the six-team tourney. From left to right: Head Coach Mickey Adams (Kenosee), Madison Riddell (Carlyle), Taylor Sargent (Carlyle), Hailey Barta (Carlyle), Carley Colpitts (Carlyle), Branwyn Douglas (Carnduff), Kayla Verity (Carnduff), Jorja Bendtsen (Carlyle), Gracie Schutz (Carlyle), Schuyler Longie (White Bear), Bailey Cutler (Arcola), Taris Rae, and Asst. Coach Jackie Verity (Carnduff).

Vipers 15U compete in Oxbow

Novice Cougars Danielle Benjamin Sports Contributor Our awesome team and coaches pulled it off with a big win of 10-4 in game 2 of the finals against Redvers Jody. This was win #2 in the series and made the Carlyle Novice Wade Cougars the league champions.

Three cheers for the team and coaches for their dedication and heart shown this year. All of the time, patience, skill building, and playing together as a team truly paid off. Again, hats off to the coaches and parents for their commitment and to those 11 boys who played so awesome, Congratulations!!

Moose Mountain Minor Hockey Novice Champions, 2015.

See you next year at the rink!

earned first place in the B-side final, while the other team was unable to further their efforts in their cross-over match.

The girls played hard throughout the day and enjoyed a close tournament to home where friends and family were out to cheer on the girls.

Next action for the Vipers will be for the 18U team in Saskatoon at their third Sask Cup this weekend, March 21 and 22.

Haley Chapman (Manor) takes a swing against a team from Weyburn as Shae Johnston (Arcola) and Mackenzie Fleck (Lampman) cover.

(Submitted by Southeast Vipers Volleyball Club)

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Live sports AUTO RACING Saturday 8:30 a.m. FS1 United SportsCar Series Racing Sebring International Raceway.

2:00 p.m. FS1 XFINITY Se-

ries:Drive4Clots.com 300.

Sunday 1:00 p.m. FOX NASCAR Racing Sprint Cup Series: Auto Club 400. (HD) 1:30 p.m. TSN2 NASCAR Racing Sprint Cup Series: Auto Club 400.

BASEBALL Sunday 10:30 a.m. SPONET MLB Preseason Baseball Tampa Bay Rays at Toronto Blue Jays.

1:00 p.m. FS1 College Baseball Oklahoma State at Texas Christian.

Monday 11:00 a.m. SPONET MLB Preseason Baseball New York Yankees at Washington Nationals.

Tuesday 11:00 a.m. TSN MLB Presea-

1:00 p.m. TSN 2015 NCAA Basketball Tournament Teams TBA. 4:30 p.m. TSN 2015 NCAA Basketball Tournament Teams TBA. 5:00 p.m. CBS 2015 NCAA Basketball Tournament TBA vs. Duke. (HD) 6:00 p.m. SPONET NBA Basketball Toronto Raptors at Chicago Bulls.

7:30 p.m. CBS 2015 NCAA Basketball Tournament St. John’s vs. San Diego State. (HD) TSN 2015 NCAA Basketball Tournament Teams TBA.

Saturday 10:00 a.m. CBS 2015 NCAA Basketball Tournament Teams TBA. (HD) NBA NBA Basketball Toronto Raptors at Chicago Bulls. (Taped) TSN 2015 NCAA Basketball Tournament Teams TBA. 12:30 p.m. CBS 2015 NCAA Basketball Tournament Teams TBA. (HD) TSN 2015 NCAA Basketball Tournament Teams TBA. 3:00 p.m. CBS 2015 NCAA Basketball Tournament Teams TBA. (HD) 5:30 p.m. CBS 2015 NCAA Basketball Tournament Teams TBA. (HD)

www.carlyleobserver.com Sunday 10:00 a.m. CBS 2015 NCAA Basketball Tournament Teams TBA. (HD) TSN 2015 NCAA Basketball Tournament Teams TBA. 12:30 p.m. CBS 2015 NCAA Basketball Tournament Teams TBA. (HD) TSN 2015 NCAA Basketball Tournament Teams TBA. 2:00 p.m. NBA Euroleague Basketball Anadolu Efes Istanbul vs. Nizhny Novgorod. (Taped) SPONET NBA Basketball New York Knicks at Toronto Raptors.

3:00 p.m. CBS 2015 NCAA Basketball Tournament Teams TBA. (HD) 5:00 p.m. TSN 2015 NCAA Basketball Tournament Teams TBA. 7:30 p.m. TSN 2015 NCAA Basketball Tournament Teams TBA.

Tuesday 5:30 p.m. TSN NBA Basketball Toronto Raptors at Detroit Pistons.

Wednesday 5:00 p.m. TSN NBA Basketball Chicago Bulls at Toronto Raptors.

son Baseball Philadelphia Phillies at Atlanta Braves.

Thursday 5:00 p.m. CBS 2015 NCAA Basketball Tournament Teams TBA. (HD)

TSN Teams TBA. 7:30 p.m. CBS 2015 NCAA Basketball Tournament Teams TBA. (HD)

TSN Teams TBA.

BOXING Friday 9:00 p.m. FS1 Boxing Golden Boy Live: Alfonso Gomez vs. Yoshihiro Kamegai.

GOLF Friday 12:00 p.m. GOLF PGA Tour Golf Arnold Palmer Invitational, Second Round.

4:00 p.m. GOLF LPGA Tour Golf JTBC Founders Cup, Second Round.

Saturday 10:30 a.m. GOLF PGA Tour Golf Arnold Palmer Invitational, Third Round.

12:30 p.m. CITV Arnold Palm-

er Invitational, Third Round.

(HD) 3:00 p.m. GOLF PGA Tour Golf Champions: Tucson Conquistadores Classic, Second Round.

5:00 p.m. GOLF LPGA Tour Golf JTBC Founders Cup, Third Round.

Sunday 10:30 a.m. GOLF PGA Tour Golf Arnold Palmer Invitational, Final Round.

12:30 p.m. CITV Arnold Palm-

Wednesday 11:00 a.m. SPONET MLB

er Invitational, Final Round.

Preseason Baseball New York Mets at New York Yankees.

BASKETBALL Friday 10:00 a.m. CBS 2015 NCAA Basketball Tournament New Mexico State vs. Kansas. (HD) TSN 2015 NCAA Basketball Tournament Teams TBA. 12:30 p.m. CBS 2015 NCAA Basketball Tournament Indiana vs. Wichita State.

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Friday, March 20, 2015

Jonas Valanciunas and the Toronto Raptors play host to the New York Knicks Sunday on Rogers Sportsnet.

(HD) 3:00 p.m. GOLF PGA Tour Golf Champions: Tucson Conquistadores Classic, Final Round.

5:00 p.m. GOLF LPGA Tour Golf JTBC Founders Cup, Final Round.

Thursday 8:30 a.m. GOLF European PGA Tour Golf Trophee Hassan II, First Round.

1:00 p.m. GOLF PGA Tour Golf Valero Texas Open, First Round.

BY GEORGE DICKIE

Answers:

3) This Major League pitcher recorded two no-hit games after his 40th birthday.

Who is he?

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7) Bruce Matthews

2) This NHL forward was a day shy of his 41st birthday when he scored his 103rd point and final point of the 1968-69 season. Name him.

8) George Foreman

1) This NFL star scored 100 points in the 1973 season at age 46. Who was he?

9) Jerry Rice

Questions:

4) This NBA great played 80 games in the 1988 season at age 41 in winning his last of six championships. Can you name him?

6) Dave Winfield

5) This runner became the first man over 40 to break the four-minute mile. Name him.

5) Eamonn Coughlin 2) Gordie Howe 1) George Blanda

9) This NFL wideout caught 92 passes and played in his fourth Super Bowl in the season in which he turned 40. Who is he?

3) Nolan Ryan

8) This heavyweight boxing champion regained his title at age 45, knocking out a fighter nearly 20 years younger. Can you name him?

4) Kareem Abdul-

7) At age 40, this NFL offensive lineman played in the last of his 229 consecutive games, a record for non-kickers. Name him.

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6) At age 41, this Baseball Hall of Famer delivered the clinching hit in the 1992 World Series. Who is he?

4:00 p.m. GOLF LPGA Tour Golf Kia Classic, First Round.

8:30 p.m. SPONET NHL Hockey Dallas Stars at Calgary Flames.

HOCKEY

Thursday

Friday 10:00 a.m. NHL NHL Hockey

12:30 p.m. NHL NHL Hockey Dallas Stars at Calgary Flames. (Taped) 5:00 p.m. SN360 Los Angeles

Boston Bruins at Ottawa Senators. (Taped) 12:30 p.m. NHL NHL Hockey St. Louis Blues at Winnipeg Jets. (Taped) 3:00 p.m. TSN2 College Hockey Hockey East Championship — UMass-Lowell vs. Vermont.

5:30 p.m. SN360 NHL Hockey Detroit Red Wings at Tampa Bay Lightning.

8:30 p.m. SPONET WHL Hockey Kelowna Rockets at Vancouver Giants.

9:00 p.m. TSN2 College Hockey Hockey East Championship — Boston University vs. New Hampshire. (Same-day Tape)

Saturday 10:00 a.m. NHL NHL Hockey Detroit Red Wings at Tampa Bay Lightning. (Taped) 12:30 p.m. NHL NHL Hockey Colorado Avalanche at Anaheim Ducks. (Taped) 2:00 p.m. SPONET NHL Hockey Columbus Blue Jackets at Calgary Flames.

5:00 p.m. CBC Toronto Maple

Leafs at Ottawa Senators.

8:00 p.m. CBC NHL Hockey Philadelphia Flyers at Edmonton Oilers.

TSN2 College Hockey Hockey East Tournament, Final: Teams TBA. (Sameday Tape)

Sunday 10:00 a.m. NBC NHL Hockey St. Louis Blues at Detroit Red Wings. (HD) NHL NHL Hockey Buffalo Sabres at Nashville Predators. (Taped) SN360 NHL Hockey St. Louis Blues at Detroit Red Wings.

12:30 p.m. NHL NHL Hockey Pittsburgh Penguins at Arizona Coyotes. (Taped) 1:00 p.m. SN360 OHL Hockey Erie Otters at Niagara IceDogs.

Monday 10:00 a.m. NHL NHL Hockey Anaheim Ducks at New York Rangers. (Taped) 12:30 p.m. NHL NHL Hockey Vancouver Canucks at Arizona Coyotes. (Taped) 7:00 p.m. SPONET NHL Hockey Colorado Avalanche at Calgary Flames.

Tuesday 10:00 a.m. NHL NHL Hockey San Jose Sharks at Ottawa Senators. (Taped) 12:30 p.m. NHL NHL Hockey Winnipeg Jets at Edmonton Oilers. (Taped) 5:00 p.m. SPONET NHL Hockey Los Angeles Kings at New York Rangers.

8:00 p.m. SPONET NHL Hockey Winnipeg Jets at Vancouver Canucks.

Wednesday 10:00 a.m. NHL NHL Hockey Los Angeles Kings at New York Rangers. (Taped) 12:30 p.m. NHL NHL Hockey Montreal Canadiens at Nashville Predators.

(Taped) 6:00 p.m. SPONET NHL Hockey Colorado Avalanche at Edmonton Oilers.

Kings at New York Islanders.

SOCCER Saturday 6:45 a.m. TSN English Premier League Soccer Manchester City FC vs West Bromwich Albion FC. 8:30 a.m. SPONET English Premier League Soccer Newcastle United FC vs Arsenal FC. 9:00 a.m. TSN2 English Premier League Soccer Tottenham Hotspur FC vs Leicester City FC. 11:30 a.m. SPONET English Premier League Soccer Stoke City FC vs Crystal Palace FC. (Same-day Tape) TSN2 English Premier League Soccer West Ham United FC vs Sunderland AFC. 5:00 p.m. SN360 English Premier League Soccer Newcastle United FC vs Arsenal FC. (Same-day Tape) 5:30 p.m. TSN MLS Soccer Vancouver Whitecaps FC at Orlando City FC.

Sunday 7:30 a.m. TSN English Premier League Soccer Liverpool FC vs Manchester United FC. 10:30 a.m. TSN2 English Premier League Soccer Liverpool FC vs Manchester United FC. (Same-day Tape) 5:00 p.m. FS1 MLS Soccer Chicago Fire at San Jose Earthquakes.

6:00 p.m. TSN2 English Premier League Soccer Liverpool FC vs Manchester United FC. (Same-day Tape) 9:00 p.m. SPONET English Premier League Soccer Hull City AFC vs Chelsea FC. (Same-day Tape)

Thursday 1:00 p.m. TSN Soccer International Friendly — France vs Brazil.

WINTER SPORTS Friday 1:30 p.m. SPONET Curling Grand Slam, Round Robin 5.

6:00 p.m. TSN2 Curling 2015 Women’s World Championship: Page Playoff. (Sameday Tape)

Saturday 11:00 a.m. CBC FIS Alpine Skiing Women’s World Cup Slalom.

12:00 p.m. CBC FIS Alpine Skiing Men’s World Cup Giant Slalom.

1:00 p.m. CBC Curling The Elite Ten, Quarterfinals.

8:00 p.m. SPONET Curling Elite 10 Semifinals.

Sunday 9:30 a.m. SPONET FIS Alpine Skiing World Cup, Ladies Giant Slalom.

11:00 a.m. CBC Curling The Elite Ten, Finals.

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Faster games is baseball’s goal

Bud Selig, the former commissioner of Major League Baseball, certainly faced major challenges during his 17 years on the job — performanceenhancing drugs chief among them. But his replacement, Rob Manfred, has a bigger challenge: Save the game by speeding it up.

Baseball drags. Baseball is losing fans. Football, mixed martial arts, soccer . . . all seem to be grabbing the attention of younger Americans while poor old baseball putters along, caught in the slow malaise of a world that has sped up.

While TV viewing numbers are up and MLB’s revenues hit an all-time high last year, Manfred has to deal with the fact that the average age of those who watched the all-star game last year was 53. In 20 years, those 53-year-olds will be slower-moving senior citizens watching the slowest of the major sports and the new crop of fans, who dig speed and possess short attention spans, will be directing their sports focus elsewhere.

That’s why Manfred’s No. 1 goal this spring as he gets comfortable as Selig’s replacement is to speed up the game. Last year’s average game time was three hours and two minutes and Manfred says some moves the owners have recently implemented will most assuredly bring that average below the three-hour mark. But while a drop from 3:02 to 2:57 is certainly five minutes in the right direction, it’s still too slow, so the deep thinkers who create baseball’s regulations will be coming up with other methods of speeding up play.

To start with, batters will be required to keep at least one foot in the batter’s box while at the plate.

Pitchers must be ready to throw as soon as the TV timeout ends. Managers must stay in the dugout while requesting a challenge.

Those are wise moves. And here’s another suggestion, from me: Six consecutive foul balls with two out and the batter is retired. No more of those 14-pitch marathons that put fans to sleep.

A fouled bunt with two strikes retires the batter, so why not a six-foul-ball rule, too? Too radical?

Wasn’t the implementation of the DH radical?

Atom Cougar hockey Submitted by Melissa Dixon

The new year started out with our atom tournament, it was exciting, fun and we had a great turn out! The kids had some tough losses and some triumphant wins, but win or lose they always work their hardest. The season ended with the atom cougars playing the Wawota flyers in the semi finals of play offs. They lost the first game but came roaring back in the second to win that one. Game three brought us back home to an intense nail bitter of a battle, but unfortunately came out one goal behind in the 3rd and just missed the win. We were very proud of how hard the team played! So with the end of the

young fans to the game. While that sounds creepy, is there really something wrong with cultivating a fan base of people younger than 50? Just in case the world lasts another 20 years?”

• Greg Cote of the Miami Herald: “There was a WNBA trade: Epiphany Prince for Cappie Pondexter. You know how they keep records for everything? This was first sports trade in history involving two players named Epiphany and Cappie.”

• Comedian Argus Hamilton, on the latest Alex Rodriguez apology for lying about his PED use: “If Alex Rodriguez’s word were any more worthless, his portrait would be displayed on Greek government bonds.”

• Brad Dickson of the Omaha World-Herald: “Charles Barkley told Sports Illustrated he played a game slightly inebriated in 1992. Even more amazing: All those things Barkley said on TNT over the years were uttered when he was completely sober.”

• Comedy writer Alex Kaseberg: “This just in: Harrison Ford crash-lands on a golf course. He is still doing better on a golf course than Tiger Woods.”

• Kaseberg again: “Due to winter weather delays, Wrigley Field will be unfinished, incomplete and generally not ready for the baseball season. Just like the Chicago Cubs. “ •Another one from Kaseberg: “ The Seattle Seahawks have reached a deal with running back Marshawn Lynch. And here I was afraid they would pass on it.”

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Wasn’t challenging umpires’ calls via video replay radical?

If faster games is the answer, then more radicalism is needed. Six foul balls with two strikes and you’re toast, man. Get those games down to two hours and 30 minutes and Sports Wrap-up baseball fans with Bruce Penton Manfred the will crown Man. • Steve Simmons of Sunmedia: “According to the statement of claim Eric Lindros has filed in his defamation suit against former referee Paul Stewart, Lindros was made out to be: ‘unfriendly, hostile, rude, insulting, vindictive, cruel, uncharitable and generally a despicable person.’ Which I’m figuring is about five for eight.”

• Dwight Perry of the Seattle Times: “A mystery tunnel was discovered near the Pan-Am Games site in Toronto. The Maple Leafs’ shortcut to the basement, perhaps?”

• Blogger Bill Littlejohn, after Tennessee released tackle Michael Oher, the inspiration for ‘The Blind Side’: “Michael took the news fine, but Sandra Bullock had to be escorted off Titans property.”

• Comedy writer Jim Barach: “Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban will play the President of the U.S. in ‘Sharknado 3.’ This will give viewers at least one reason to finally root for the sharks.”

• Scott Ostler of the San Francisco Chronicle, on plans to speed up athletic competitions: “Athletes will take as much time as they are allowed to take.

Columbus spent less time planning his first voyage than the average PGA Tour golfer spends lining up a 15-foot putt.”

• Ostler, on the same subject: “MLB’s goal, according to stories and headlines, is to ‘lure’

season at a close we say thank you to the coach Jeff Humphries, assistant coaches Todd Magotiaux and Larry Rae. And to all our wonderful players #1 Logan Romaniuk, #3 Darcie Rae, #4 Caydence Chapman, #7 Mitch Himmelspach, #8 Drayden Arndt, #9 Everett Brown, #10 Cooper Humphries, #13Madison Magotiaux, #15 Tyrell Dixon, #24 Kaysha Turner.

And our AP players Ty Ferenbach, Mason Barta, Kale Arndt, Chase Robertson, Blake Roberson, and Jackson Humphries for coming out when called. Here’s to a great year!

Keep it up boys and girls!

Midget Cougars off to Provincials

The Midget Carlyle Cougars have taken the South “B” Provincial title against Melville and will advance to Provincials. The Cougars will take on Rosetown in the Provincial final.

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Carlyle Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting Tuesday, April 14, 2015 at 7:00 p.m.

Skyline Motor Inn, Carlyle

Guest Speakers: Ron Areshenkoff from Spectra Financial to give us the low down on the Chambers of Commerce Group insurance plan Steve McLellan - President of the Provincial Chamber of Commerce This meeting is of interest to all businesses in Carlyle.

Everyone Welcome!

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TOWN OF CARLYLE NOTICE OF INTENTION Public Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Town of Carlyle pursuant to Section 207 of the Planning and Development Act, 2007, intends to pass a bylaw to amend Zoning Bylaw No. 2010-06, as hereinafter provided.

It is proposed to amend said Zoning Bylaw as follows: 1. That the following area to be rezoned RMH (Residential Mobile Home) from C2 Commercial: Lots 1 to 6, Block 46, Plan 98SE29012 2. That a Residential Medium Density Zone (R3) be added to the zoning bylaw. a. The intent of the Residential Medium Density Zone is to provide for areas of higher population concentrations. b. Permitted Uses i. Town/Row House Dwellings ii. Semi-detached Dwellings iii. Duplex Dwellings iv. Single Detached Dwellings v. Public Utility Infrastructure c. Discretionary Uses i. Accessory/Secondary Suites ii. Daytime Childcare Services iii. Places of Worship d. Minimum lot areas for R3 Zone are as follows:

Use

Frontage

Mean Width

Parcel Area Depth 390 m2

Single Detached Dwelling 12 m 15 m Semi-Detached or Duplex Dwelling 7.5 m each dwelling 7.5 m each dwelling Attached and Town/Row House 7.5 m each dwelling 7.5 m each dwelling Dwellings

225 m2 225 m2

25 m 25 m 25 m

Other Uses

390 m2

30 m

Use Single Detached Dwelling Semi-Detached or Duplex Dwelling Attached and Town/Row House Dwellings

12 m Front Yard 4m 4m 4.5 m

15 m Side Yard Abutting Street

1m 1m 1.2 m (end)

Side Yard Other

1m 1m 1.2 m (end)

Side Yard

4m 4m 6m

Coverage 50% 50% 50%

Other Uses 6m 6m 3m 1.5 m e. Residential Medium Density Zone (R3) will apply to: i. Lot 20, Block 13, Plan C4513/Lot A, Bloack 13, Plan 61R25004 ii. Lots 17 to 22, Block 50, Plan 102146510 iii. Lots 24 to 35, Block 3, Plan 102146510

The Bylaw may be inspected by any interested person at the Town Office on any day, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Written submissions respecting the Bylaw will be considered by the Council on the 8th day of April, 2015, at 7:00 p.m. in the Town Office Council Chambers.

Dated at Carlyle, Saskatchewan, this 13th day of March, 2015

H. Lutz Chief Administrative Officer

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Wear the shoe that fits

Sitting on a brick facade pedestal as part of the American Stories collection on the second floor of the Smithsonian are the ruby red slippers that Dorothy clicked three times to get back home in the closing scenes of the Wizard of Oz. Although the shoes were silver in L. Frank Baum’s original story, they were changed for the movie to take advantage of the new Technicolor film process. Several pairs were created for the production; one By Shelley Luedtke of which sits on display in the Smithsonian, one is unaccounted for having been stolen from actress Judy Garland, and another had a pre-auction estimate of close to $3 million. Valuable shoes indeed.

I am always struck by the lost and found collection found at any high school anywhere. Amidst the hoodies, single gloves, wrinkled t-shirts and countless water bottles you will find shoes--running shoes--or basketball shoes--or soccer cleats or some such athletic footwear.

Sometimes there is just the one shoe and you can’t help but wonder about the student athlete that got one shoe home and left the other behind.

Although t-shirts and water bottles are often looked at as dispensable, athletic shoes are typically a more costly purchase and one that has parents urging their offspring to take special care. Families can expect to spend more than $20,000 on footwear over the course of a child’s lifetime.

Yet that’s a bargain when compared with what elite shoe designers are charging. A 1,420 diamond encrusted pair of stilettos by Stuart Weitzman are valued at $500,000 while his Retro Rose pumps with 1,800 precious stones will set you back $1,000,000. However to really make a fashion statement you might consider his unique Cinderella Slippers that sparkle with 595 carats of platinum set diamonds and a price tag of $2,000,000.

While shoes like these may be just what’s needed for the yellow brick road or the red carpet, perhaps shoes by these designers are more your style; Manola Blahnik’s for $4600, Jimmy Choos for about $3000 or Gucci for (the terribly reasonable) price of $600. If you’re looking to add to your athletic wear options, or to replace your child’s lost ones, get ready for the April 4, 2015 release of the Remastered Jordan Collection when you can purchase the white/metallic Silver Air Jordan 5s for $200.

Shoes that look great but don’t fit well end up causing discomfort. Shoes that are purchased entirely for fit may not be the most stylish in our closet. Balancing color, style, fit, comfort…and budget…to find the perfect pair for whatever we are doing is the key. But it’s important to remember that the pair that works well for us may not be the right pair for someone else.

We sometimes think we are required to fill someone’s shoes. We move into a new position, take over a leadership role, or replace someone in an organization and we may implicitly think we have to step into the previous occupant’s shoes to be successful. But that is not the case. We need to put on our own shoes and walk our own journey--bringing our particular skills, gifts, ideas and initiatives. To think we need to fill someone’s shoes is to imply that there is only one way of achieving a result-one set of ideas to pursue--one means to an end--and we know that simply isn’t the case. We are not to fill anyone else’s ill-fitting shoes but instead to step boldly into our unique fitting ones.

Cinderella’s prince knew that all too well as he searched the kingdom for one, and only one, maiden who would fit the glass slipper perfectly. Fairly tales, aside we need to remember that the shoes we are to slip on are the ones that belong to us. If we try to fit or mould or cram ourselves into the way someone else may do things we will find that those shoes pinch or are just too sloppy. They don’t suit us because they are not right for us.

So wear the shoe that fits, and leave behind the one that doesn’t. It’s not for you to wear. That one belongs to someone else. Find your own shoes…put those on…and walk the journey intended for you. That’s my outlook.

What does it mean to be an adult?

“So, what’s new with you?”

We discussed what being an adult It’s an easy question, but basically meant socially and determined that whenever my friends ask me I have many people in university, in that to say “Nothing much, I basically transition from high school to their first just work and coach volleyball.” or second years especially were not Having said that, I could talk to actually adults in the true sense of the them for hours about my work or word. volleyball. They know that’s where Now I don’t even really remember my passions are and though I assume what it was we used to talk about in they could potentially get annoyed school... probably some existential about me going on and on about conversation about a theory from how awesome these kids are or how class or what we’d been up to for the

By Kelly Running quickly they pick-up on stuff, they summer. Random funny stories from listen. when we were little and then back to all the work I’ll tell them about different things that happen we each had to do in our classes. We’d talk about with work, such as the wild boar research project what we were studying and why it was meaningful. or share with them other articles like the one on Ultimately being an adult means being War Brides last year. responsible for yourself and being able to make When I ask them what’s new, well usually I get decisions. You rely on yourself more and on your the same kind of answers actually, but for a couple parents less, though they’ll always be there for from Calgary instead of work and volleyball, you. It means that work is a large part of your life it’s their work and soccer. This was actually a because money is more important than it once was conversation we had just the other day, and we as you have to pay rent, save for a house, and buy managed to talk about our “nothing much’s” for the groceries. an hour and a half.

You have to be an upstanding member of society Though we laughed about being boring, and contribute to your community in various ways. talking about the sports we coach, the kids in At times I still don’t feel like an adult, but I the programs, and our work. One of my friends know that in today’s standards I am. But the idea of I talked to is a Nestle rep and the other is a only being as old as you feel is definitely a reality preschool teacher, so there are always fun stories because I don’t feel 26, yet that’s what I am now, I about one being on the road and the other has feel like I’m still in my early 20s. It’s weird to think awesome stories about how intelligent the kids are about, but I suppose time is all relative and can be she coaches. construed differently.

In addition to what we decided was our boring For example when we’re born we are zero years talk we also laughed about how we must finally be old, it’s not until our first birthday that we become adults. one. In other societies though you are considered I remember talking in a history class in one-year-old when you are born because you are in university about how the different stages in life your first year of life. have changed. It used to be you were a baby, a So, age and time can be construed differently kid, a teen, an adult; but, we also discussed how and I think that’s why it can be so hard to act your today that transition between teenager and adult age or not feel a different age than you actually are has developed into another stage. because it would seem age is what we make it.

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Lifestyles Tabor Mountain, Canmore and our transfiguration Pause for Reflection

Lifestyles

By Ken Rolheiser www.kenrolheiser.com

One day Jean Vanier asked one of the mentally handicapped members of his L’Arche community, “Pierre, do you like to pray?” “Yes,” he answered.

“And what do you do when you pray?” “I listen.”

“And what does God say to you?” “Pierre, you are my beloved son.”

Before the Jerusalem Journey to his crucifixion Jesus climbed Tabor Mountain to pray to his Father.

Tabor isn’t a big mountain. It’s more like a high hill rising above gently sloping land. But it is where Jesus raised his thoughts to the Father.

The Father heard him, and in the presence of Peter, James and John God told us “This is my beloved son in whom I am well pleased” (Matthew 17). Two things strike us here: God loves his son and God takes pleasure in him.

Especially during this Lenten Season you and I need to take quiet time with God our Father. Like Pierre we need to listen. And if we are attentive, we will hear God say, “You are my beloved daughter” or “You are my beloved son; I am pleased with you.”

My family has a tradition of visiting Canmore, Alberta, in July. Canmore gets invaded by Stangs and Rolheisers, and even the Mountain goats stop and stare. Mountains are climbed, liturgies are offered and heavenly banquets are enjoyed.

The family travel brochure gives directions to my brother’s condo and lists various holiday activities.

What it does not cover is the profound spiritual experience which makes this a retreat.

Family members have variously experienced the Tabor transfiguration and have come closer to God through it. Several members have had their Jerusalem journey and faced cancer and been called home to the Father. The memory of their presence is part of the Canmore Retreat.

The message God sends us, as he sent it to them, is two fold: “I love you, my child; and I take pleasure in your being. Keep this vision before you and you will have strength for the challenges you are facing in life.”

Lent is our Tabor or Canmore opportunity.

Maybe we can’t be there to climb Ha Ling Peak or Banff’s Sulphur Mountain, but we can breathe the mountain like air of the waning prairie winter.

We can climb a low hill or simply be present to the Lord and listen.

This Lent, take pleasure in being with your God who delights in you.

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Habits are all cultivated Rev. Koshy David: frkoshydavid@yahoo.com Long time ago – not too long –in one of my past postings, I was looking straight at the congregation and speaking, my eyes stuck to a young boy sitting in the pew whose face I couldn’t see because he looked downward to the ground… may be playing with an electronic device or reading a book I did not see. I never got to see his face because he never looked up to the dais.

I was concerned about that boy and could not find courage to ask anyone why should he was so? Someone from behind was hearing what I was thinking in my mind, I looked back to see who was there- it was the same old person who showed me his palms and I saw nail pierced wounds on his palms.

I looked back at him- he stared at me as if why do I expect him to answer my problem. ‘I am entitled to ‘reap what I sow’ but I could see the smile somewhere on his face- maybe he was commenting without words that it is alright to be concerned about that boy.

As I was still standing there leading the worship my mind went back several years that I could still remember the face of Job at the dining table-Job started to live with us for some time- when he was about 9 years old. We always had raw vegetables like carrot, tomato, cucumber etc, as part of our meal. It was a shock for Job to see raw vegetables on the dining table because he has never eaten raw vegetables before. Job somehow thought Publisher ...............................................Ted O’Neill Editor .................................................Kelly Running Reporters/Photographers ................Kelly Running ................................................................. Lynne Bell Advertising ......................................Alison Dunning Production ....................................... Cindy Moffatt ................................................Karen Mitchell-Steele ..................................................Wanda VanderZwan ........................................................... Ainsley Wright

that whatever is on the table all had to eat. Nobody said anything at that time. To my surprise Job sprinkled salt on top of the vegetables and ate a few pieces.

Now several years passed, still raw vegetables are a part of our food and Job has no problem in eating the raw vegetables, this habit has been transferred to him without even a word or compulsion.

Habits, like eating, clothing, attending classes, worships – all are cultivated from when children are young. That boy I found in the church was out of place in the midst of people because that was not his habit.

Attending worship and participating in the church activities are good habits beyond doubt especially when they are young.

“Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.” (Proverbs 22:6) I hope majority of my readers, would agree to the fact that attending worship in any denomination will do only good. But in that country several years ago Church was the only place where I could not find children. In entertainment places, schools, super markets, recreation places, clubs, picnics and anywhere you name it I found children but only in the churches I could not find them. I remained silent in my thought deeply alarmed about my life and lifestyle.

He was still behind me smiling with his usual brightness….

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TFSA: The single best (legal) way to beat the taxman

By Robyn K. Thompson Q – I’ve heard that a Tax-Free Savings Account is a good way to set aside money for things like a down payment on a home or a new car. But I’m not sure I really understand what makes it such a good deal. Can you explain? – Steve Y., Toronto, Ontario A – It’s simple: A Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) is quite possibly the best tax shelter now available to Canadians. Contributions made to a TFSA grow tax-free within the plan, and all withdrawals from the plan are tax-free. Almost everyone is eligible to open

a TFSA. But there are a few rules and regulations you need to know to make the most of this amazing investment vehicle.

You can contribute a maximum $5,500 annually to a TFSA, regardless of your income or pension plan or anything else. There’s no cutoff date – you can contribute any amount at any time you want through the year, as long as you don’t exceed the maximum. You have to be over 18 and a have a valid Canadian Social Insurance Number. That’s it.

If you don’t contribute to your TFSA in a given year, you may carry that unused “contribution room” forward to be used in future years to use above and beyond maximum contributions. There’s no tax deduction for contributions, but the whole beauty of the TFSA is that investment income generated within the plan – whether interest, dividends, or capital gains – is completely tax-free.

TFSA investment power If you haven’t opened a TFSA, and you’re eligible to do so now, you may in 2014 immediately contribute your entire accumulated contribution room since 2009 – that’s $31,000. And the next year, you’ll be able to add another $5,500. And so on. And so on.

Let’s say you are 30 years old today, you make $50,000 a year, and you are able to contribute $31,000 to your TFSA right away. If you continue to contribute $5,500 every #407 Railway Wawota, SK. year until you retire at age 65 (that’s $458.33 per month), at an average compounded an(306) 739-2722 www.frontporch-interiors.com nual rate of return of 8%, your TFSA would grow to $1,446,666! That’s entirely tax-free Open Wed.-Fri. 10-12 & 1-5:30 p.m. Sat. 10-3 p.m. (except for your total $223, 498 in deposits, on which you’ve already paid tax). That’s or by appointment the real power of a TFSA! Follow the rules TFSAs are lovely tax-free investment vehicles. But the rules and regulations can get complicated.

First, there’s wide latitude in what you can invest in.

Qualified investments are very much like those allowed for RRSPs: cash, stocks listed on designated exchanges, mutual funds and ETFS, bonds, GICs, and certain shares of small business corporations. Shares traded “over-thecounter” on dealer networks or exchanges are not qualified TFSA investments.

“In kind” contributions of qualified investments are also allowed (for example, stocks transferred from a nonregistered account) in your TFSA. But any in-kind transfer will trigger a deemed disposition of the security at its fair market value, which will be considered as the amount of your contribution. If there’s a capital gain, you will have to take 50% of the gain into income for tax purposes. But if there’s a loss on the disposition, you cannot use it to offset other gains.

Remember, too, that as in other registered plans, various investment tax benefits won’t apply, such as preferred tax rates on dividends and capital gains, as well as the ability to use capital losses to offset gains.

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This happens if you start using your TFSA like a This property hasn’t been lived in since these piggy bank or a daily interest savings account, dipping upgrades were done, everything is like new. into it when you’re short of funds, and then topping up again when you’re flush. If you’re prone to doing this, This is a great entry level home, or maybe you could end up in a confusing cycle of contributing, you’re looking for a rental property. Don’t withdrawing, and re-contributing so that you end up with miss this one! what the Canada Revenue Agency calls “excess amounts” in your TFSA – that is, over and above the $5,500 annual contribution limit for the year.

The CRA levies a tax penalty of 1% per month based on the highest excess TFSA amount in your account for NEW VACANT LOT each month in which an excess exists. This means that the 1% tax applies for a particular month even if an excess amount was contributed and withdrawn later during the same month. The excess-amount tax kicks in on the first dollar of excess contributions.

High net worth investors should seek advice You see what I mean about complicated rules? Qualified investments, excess amounts, qualifying portion of withdrawals, exempt contributions, and so on can make for some dangerous hidden traps and pitfalls in what seems 6 Watzamattau St. Kenosee Lake 127 6th St West, Carlyle (75 x 126 lot - Zoned R2) MLS# 526360 MLS# 521950 like a straightforward TFSA investment. To avoid falling into them, and paying the often hefty taxes and penalties that result, be sure to consult with a qualified financial advisor if you are a high net worth investor and your TFSA strategy goes beyond anything but the simplest investment REDUCED REDUCED allocations. – Robyn Robyn Thompson, CFP, CIM, FCSI, is the founder of Castlemark Wealth Management, a boutique financial advisory firm specializing in wealth management for high net worth individuals and families. Contact her directly by phone at 416-828-7159, or by email at rthompson@castlemarkwealth.com for a confidential planning consultation.

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Letters from Africa

often ¿nd myself conÀicted being here in Africa. As much as I’ve fallen in love all over again with this place and these people, I still have moments of feeling so small and insigni¿cant that I’m really not making a dent in the real issues. But recently I’ve been able to look at it from a different perspective that I want to share with you.

Africa is at a bit of a disadvantage right off the hop. It’s likely one of the most advertised and exploited third world countries for things like hunger, poverty and aids. And while all of these things are realities here, I feel like it causes us to all look at Africa with such pity. Although I’ve been here before and to a large degree what they show on TV and the internet is true, but not 100% accurate, I ¿nd myself again thinking “how am I going to make a difference” much the same way I did last time I was here!

These past few days I’m realizing that this the wrong mind set altogether! We don’t need to be coming in here with pity and sympathy trying to be the saving grace for these people. And here’s why I think that is.

Every day I drive into a slum to go to the school. The ladies in the streets are sweeping off their shop steps, preparing their vegetables and fruits to sell, the men are starting to hang and cook the meat, drivers are loading up passengers and heading out to take others to their jobs or schools or where ever they are headed. Anywhere there is a school you can hear the children singing, reciting the alphabet, or counting their numbers, with the odd young child out playing in the streets with their parents watching close by. And yes there are dogs and goats all over, there’s garbage in the streets, sometimes trash burning beside the road, sights and smells that are in no way reminiscent of Canada or anywhere in North America that I’ve ever been too, there are so many indications of growth and development if you look with the right set of eyes.

Now as you picture this I want you to understand some numbers and logistics of Kenya.

• Kenya is roughly 225,000 square miles.

• Saskatchewan, in comparison, is about 250,000 square miles.

• The size of Canada is approx. 3.85 million square miles.

• The population of Saskatchewan in 2014 is 1.3 million people.

• The population of the entire country of Canada in 2013 is 35.16 million people.

• Kenya’s population in 2013 was 44.35 million people.

• The population of the slum of Kibera is approximately 1 million and it’s in an area of 2.5 square

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km. That would be like taking all of Saskatchewan and sticking us in an area of 2.5 square km. Let that one sink in for a minute. So here’s my point.

To all of us Canadians and Americans that want to come into this country thinking we have to much to teach, so much to offer, we have money to help them and that we have to think of some way to “make a difference” as I was struggling, we’re absolutely insane if we honestly think we can make this place like North America because there is absolutely nothing about Kenya that is in any

way like North America! How do we solve things like unemployment and housing just for starters, in a way that makes sense in our North American minds, knowing the facts and logistics of Kenya? I honestly don’t think we have the answers to things like that as much as we think we might! I think we have great ideas and intentions for these people, but I think the real goal and purpose of coming to a place like this, is not to tell them how to improve their country and home. I think the goal should be to pay close enough attention to the things these people are already doing, improving, developing and are actively changing for their country and rather than coming in with the statement of “let me show you how” we should consider the question “what can I do to help?” instead.

If jobs is what these ladies need and sewing is a skill they know and can use, it’s providing income for them and what they need is to sell product for material, then I’m more than happy to help in that area! If they need a fresh-water well in their slum to provide their community with clean water, then let’s get ‘er done! But who am I, to come

into their country, their city, their community, their home and tell them what they need?

During my time here I’ve been blessed to work in a few schools and fall in love with some darling children, with incredibly loving teachers, who need sponsorship for their school and their kids to be able to provide food for their kids every day, give them an education and be able to pay for supplies and the building these children are learning in. I came in with crayons, pencils, coloring books and craft supplies galore (and to those of you who donated those things, THANK YOU! The kids have absolutely loved them and needed them!), but if they don’t have the building to learn in, or aren’t being fed and kept healthy enough to go to school every day, then how useful are all these great gifts?

And so, here’s my proposition to those of you back home. While I know that schools and sponsoring kids is only a small part of what the people of Kenya need, it’s a need that you and I can be a part of together. The school supplies that were donated are wonderful gifts that the kids need and appreciate, but now I need your help making sure these kids have the proper means to stay in school and can enjoy them! The parents are doing so great and are so happy and proud when they can pitch in and purchase their child’s uniform, or shoes, but they know they can’t possibly cover the full amount of their child’s school fees on their own. So, on behalf of some adorable children, dedicated teachers and determined parents, if you want to be a part of the “how can I help” movement rather than the “let me show you” movement and help sponsor a child or a school, please email me and let me send you the information on how you can help. From there, you can decide how to act. I can promise you that giving to a cause like this won’t go to waste. casey.nicole@outlook.com See next week’s issue for another Letter from Africa. If you have missed previous please contact us for a hard copy or visit our website at www.carlyleobserver.com (Nicole Andrew (20) of Carlyle is currently living in Nairobi, Kenya, where she is working with Jacaranda Community, a mission founded and run by evangelists, Garry and Brenda Kean. While here Nicole will be working alongside single mothers and their children helping them overcome the cycle of poverty in the slums of Nairobi. During her time in Africa she will be sending The Observer weekly letters about her experiences and is also keeping a blog; follow her at https://nicoleinafrica2015.wordpress.com.)

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Above: (L-R) Troy Foster and Doug Ilchuk of the Moose Mountain Snowmobile Club accept a cheque for $1,500 from Randy James of Arcola’s Optimist Club.

Left: (L-R) Mavis James, Carlyle & District Food Bank chairperson, accepts a cheque for $1,000 from Arcola Optimist Club snowmobile r a l l y c h a i r, Randy James.

The Optimists held heir annual rally banquet and cheque presentation on Wednesday, M a r c h 11 a t Arcola’s Legion Staff photo St ph hoto by Lynne Bell Hall.

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Observed At Arcola Optimist Club Annual Snowmobile Rally Banquet Right: Arcola’s Prairie Place Complex is the site of the Arcola Optimist Club’s annual snowmobile rally, as well as numerous other community and private events. (lr) Clint Brown accepts a $2,000 contribution for Prairie Place from Randy James, on behalf of the Optimist Club of Arcola.

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The Arcola Figure Skating Club received a donation of $3,000 from the Optimist Club of Arcola. Optimist Club member and snowmobile rally chair, Randy James (right) presents the cheque to Amanda Baumgartner (left) of the figure skating club at the Optimists’ annual rally banquet, held March 11 in Arcola.

Right: Terri Lee Lees (left) of the Arcola Curling Club receives a cheque for $3,280 from Optimist Club snowmobile rally chair, Randy James (right) at the club’s annual rally dinner, March 11.

Above: (L-R) Michelle Cundall accepts a cheque on behalf of the Arcola Daycare from Optimist Club member Randy James. The daycare received a contribution of $6,600 from money the Optimist Club raised during their 2015 snowmobile rally, held the last Saturday in January.

Left: (L-R) Clay Chapman of Moose Mountain Wildlife receives a cheque for $2,480 from the Optimist Club of Arcola from club member and snowmobile rally chair, Randy James.

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The Alameda Aces’ road to “C” Provincial Final against Naicam Submitted by Rob Klassen The Alameda Aces bantam hockey team has been playing in the SHA Bantam “C” Provincial championship. Their journey started in January when the team travelled to Maple Creek in round one.

With a strong showing, the Aces beat the Maple Creek Hawks 5-0 in game one.

Maple Creek was to travel to Alameda for game two the following weekend but bad weather intervened and they forfeited the series.

Round two began Feb. 27 with another bus trip out west. This time, they faced the Glentworth Thunder and came out short with a 6-5 loss. Glentworth travelled back to Alameda on the 29th for game two of the two game total point series. With a full house and lots of cheering fans behind them, the Aces pulled through with a rousing victory of 10-4.

They were then off to the South finals vrs the Carnduff Jr. Red Devils, a team which the Aces had struggled against all year in regular season play.

The stage was set for game one in Carnduff on Wednesday March 11 and it proved to be an excellent showcase of what the south east has to offer when it comes to minor sports. The Red Devils jumped out to a quick lead scoring in just 6 seconds in the first period and ended up ahead by two goals after the first.

The Aces come to life in the second and were able to tie the game up on goals by Liam Rutten and Brody Nordin.

The third period was a battle that went back and forth with Alameda coming out strong which led to Preston Carriere

scoring 31 seconds into the period to give the Aces the lead for the first time in the game. The Red Devils came back and tied the game with 12 minutes left and it stayed that way until the 6:59 mark when Liam Rutten would put his second goal of the game in the net to give the Aces the lead again. The last seven minutes of the game were a nail bitter with chances on both sides of the ice, and with just 24 seconds left Ty Stovin scored for Carnduff to tie the game up and that’s how it would end.

Game two was played on Friday March 13th in Alameda in a very loud rink with approximately 320 fans. The Red Devils again had a strong start, grabbing a two goal lead on goals by Ty Stovin and Hunter Stinson before Dylan Hull hit the twine for Alameda’s first goal at the 8:19 mark of the first. The first period ended with Carnduff up 2–1. The Aces tied the game up at the 10:13 mark of the second which was short lived as the Carnduff scored two goals in a matter of 3 minutes to go up 4-2 after two.

The Aces came out hard in the third and scored at the 18 minute mark to make it a 1 goal game. The third period had a lot of excellent scoring chances at both ends and some great goaltending by both teams. With the Aces on a power play and the goalie pulled, the Aces were in tough when Cole Brooks scored with just 20 seconds left in regulation to tie the game.

After a short break the teams went into overtime and at the 6:46 mark of overtime Mykel Beirman scored for the Aces to win the game, crowning them Southern

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Bantam C Provincial champs.

The final stage has been set and the Aces will now face the Naciam Vikings for the shot at becoming the provincial champions. Game one of the final series is set for Alameda this Saturday with a 5 pm puck drop. The second game of the series will be in Naicam on March 27th at 6:00.

We would like to thank all of the parents and volunteers for all of their hard work this year working the clock, kitchen and door and all of the awesome fans that have come out to support and cheer us on...... Without all of you, none of this would be possible.

And last not certainly not least we would like to thank the coaches, Kelly Pastachak, Ryan Hull and Jason Hammermeister for the time and energy you have put into our kids this year and the lifelong lessons you have taught them.

Please come out and watch some excellent hockey and support your hometown Aces as they battle for the championship. We should have room for fans on the bus for anyone that may want to attend, please call Rob at 461-5410 if you are interested in attending the game in Naicam.

Kennedy/Langbank News Submitted by Doreen Cancade I have learned that for a happy day, look for something bright and beautiful in nature—yes we have seen a number of things this past week, but is SPRING really here?

Thanks to Laura Kish for the nice pictures and write up about the Kennedy Figure Skating, as of this weekend the final supper for raising money for the rink has come to an end for this season. I am sure everyone had a very good skating season.

Congratulations to Morgan Debenham on her first time of writing a speech for the Clover Buds in 4H, (Roughriders) she was first in the local speeches and first out of 10 at the district speeches which were held in Whitewood on Saturday. Also congratulations to Aaden Husband on his speech in Kennedy and he came in 2nd at Whitewood.

Jerry and Dorothy Barsi of Regina spent a couple of days recently visiting with his parents Joe and Esther

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Maryfield Sunrise Villa News The World Day of Prayer was held at the Villa on Friday. Prayers and reading by Roy Bortolotto, Rhonda Erickson, Ruth Gray, Wenda Brady, Mary Braun, Nettie Klassen, Charlotte Kovach. Counting money for Tele Miracle at the Villa, there was $250.00 Joe & Shirley Blaise. Ruth & Therese came to visit Olive & Aileen and the rest. Visitors for Ruth Longman were Doug and Diana Longman, Reg Longman and Freda Longman.

Quincey Longman and Joan Allan, Susan and Theresa Goebel of Regina came to visit Pat Oliver. Rose Farkas is gone to Wawota for a few days to visit her family.

We had a visit from the Provincial High School Curlers from Maryfield, Brayden Stewart, Derrick Kay, Brandon McMullin and Carrick Friesen. Appreciation for coming and congratulations on a job well done.

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Friday 13th some of the Kennedy Friendship members attended the fun day at Wawota, Kipling and Kenosee Lake members also attended, roughly speaking there was over 50 enjoying a great day with pool and cards (these days are always a fun time).

Saturday evening family members and friends joined together for a supper at Club 19 to celebrate a special birthday for Carol West, followed by a social time at the Kennedy Friendship Center.

Clifford and Candace Slykhuis visited with John and Jean Istace at Spy Hill on Saturday.

Sunday afternoon George and I visited with Ed and Willie Rey in Kipling—a special day for Ed—his birthday—they are both doing fine in their new residence (very happy to be together).

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OBSERVER AGRICULTURE Social media finding a place in agriculture

by Calvin Daniels Observer Contributor

As a journalist access to the Internet has become essential in doing my job.

I doubt there is a day goes by, that is doing background on, or checking something in my notes, that I do not turn the computer screen to the web browser and undertake a search.

It is likely the same for farm producers.

That was certainly the contention of Peter Gredig with AgNition Inc when he spoke to a group of farmers in Canora, SK., in late January. It was his position that farmers needed to use sites such as Twitter, as a way to connect with other producers in their area, or in

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their specific crops, as a way to glean information which might be helpful.

While there are many sources of good information on issues which can arise on the farm, one of the best sources will be another producer who has dealt with the situation before. Farmers are after all a resourceful lot, and they have an ability to find innovative solutions to problems which pop up.

What I am surprised by though is how social media is becoming not just an avenue to solve farm problems, but as a meeting place for like-minded producers, and even as part of farm marketing strategies.

It was interesting to talk with Mike and Joanne Neilson of Neilson Cattle Company at Willowbrook and Carey and LeeAnn Weinbender with Sliding Hills Charolias at Canora recently. Both are purebred Charolais operations working to market bulls into a rather crowded marketplace of breed sales and productions sales each spring.

For the Neilsons and Weinbenders social media sites online are a relatively new tool they are using to help market their bulls. That marketing effort goes beyond a farm website, and includes Facebook pages, and video posting of the bulls to be marketed on YouTube.

It was in doing a feature on the Charolais producer’s efforts that I became aware of just what Facebook offers

producers, and can also be of use to a journalist such as myself.

Most of the breed specific cattle associations have a Facebook presence. Some such as the Canadian Angus Association are avid posters of photographs and information.

Like most things on Facebook you need to glean through the posts a bit to find the most useful information, but you can help that process by creating an ‘Interest’ file and add only your ‘farm’ contacts to it.

In my case the list is growing steadily, as I include various cattle breeds because of my broader generalist interest in agriculture.

My list includes Draft Horse Fans and Friends, Belted Galloway, and Chantecler chickens, which would be a more diverse list than a producer might have, but it goes to show the diversity of groups being supported with pages on Facebook.

There is even a page called the CMC Poultry and Hatching Egg Auction in Canada. It has more than 1,000 members, dedicated to poultry enthusiasts. It is a case of Facebook allowing a Canada-wide connection among diverse people which was not possible even a few years ago.

One can only imagine what could transpire from such connectivity in the years ahead.

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Theater and it was sold out (128 seats). Once again the audience really enjoyed their evening of entertainment, Submitted by Edel Cowan some even stayed till the wee hours in the morning COMBINE HEADERS visiting with the cast and crew. On Saturday, March Visiting with Dale and Linda Potapinski over the 2012 36 ft D50 MacDon draper header ............................................$65,000 14 was the Dinner Theater – it too was sold out. The weekend (March 14-15) were Barry, Tamara and 2010 36 ft Case IH draper header ....................................................$60,000 audience coming from near and far (Winnipeg, Weyburn, daughter Claire Potapinski and Elaine Potapinski all of 2002 30 ft 1042 Case IH draper header, transport case adapter .....$35,000 Regina, Estevan and Minot ND to name a few) all Winnipeg. They also attended the Dinner Theater on 2002 36’ 962 MacDon Header, pick up reel and transport, 88 case adaptor ..........................................................................................................$28,500 seemed to enjoy the delicious meal of Chicken Oscar, Saturday, March 14.

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6 ways to get your credit card debt under control

By Robyn K. Thompson

If there’s any one item that will suck the life right out of your bank account, shred your budget, and seriously damage your long-term savings goals, it’s debt. And the worst kind of debt is credit card debt.

With annual rates of 20% or more, they’ll bleed you dry unless you take preventive action right now. So pay off that credit card debt as fast as possible. If you’re in deep, consider consolidating your debt with a lowinterest line of credit or a personal loan. And then cut up all your cards, save for one. And on that one, slash the allowable credit limit to the bare minimum – and never max out the card!

Paying off large credit card balances that you’ve carelessly run up, especially over the holiday spending extravaganza, might at first seem an insurmountable task. But after you’ve put the brakes on your bad borrowing habits, and freed up some extra funds for the month, there are six tried-and-trur tactics you can use to start chipping away at the debt mountain.

1. Make the minimum payment Start paying the minimum monthly payment on each card. Add an additional amount beyond the minimum to at least one card with the highest interest rate.

2. Consider a zero-interest transfer Consider transferring a high card balance to one of the zero-interest transfer promotions that start appearing in your mailbox at this time of the year. You could get breathing room of as much as six months with no interest. Any payments you make would go directly against your principal amount. But if you go this route, be sure to check terms and conditions after the interest-free period expires.

Remember, too, that applying for a new credit card,

especially if you already have wallet slots full of the things, will affect your credit score. If you suspect you’re in this situation, consult a qualified financial planner, typically one with a professional accreditation, such as a Certified Financial Planner (this is different from a “credit counsellor” – see more below).

3. Pay a fee, switch rates Talkto your credit card company (often your bank) to see whether you are eligible for a premium card. You’ll pay an annual fee, but the interest rate charged on these cards can be less than half that charged on no-fee cards.

If you have large outstanding balances, what you spend on the annual fee (anywhere from $99 to $150 or more per year) will be offset by savings you’ll gain on the monthly compounded interest payments.

4. Lne of credit if you can This is a tricky one. If you already have a personal line of credit, and if you haven’t maxed that out too, you might consider paying down some of your credit card balance using your line of credit. Interest rates are considerably lower on lines of credit, so you’d be reducing the overall interest rate hit. On the other hand, if it’s a secured home-equity line of credit, you in effect have a second mortgage on your home. If you don’t pay that as stipulated, the bank can seize your home. If it’s an unsecured line of credit, it’s in effect a callable loan – and that bank can demand payment in full at any time, especially if you start missing minimum payments. Use personal lines of credit sparingly.

5. Loan consolidation

Another tactic is to speak to your bank about a loan consolidation. In other words, take out a personal loan at lower interest rate to pay off other higher-interest creditcard loans. Your bank’s loan officer can work out a payment schedule to fit your budget. But as I mentioned above, you’ll have to make a promise to yourself to cut up or lock away all but one (preferably low-interest) credit card until that personal loan is paid off.

6. Get the right kind of help Finally, be skeptical of so-called “credit counselling services,” especially of the strip-mall, store-front variety. You may end up in an even worse debt crunch than before. If you’re concerned about credit card debt problems, talk to your bank first or consult with an accredited, fee-for-service financial planner or advisor.

Getting into a credit card crunch is easy – getting out is difficult and often financially painful. Above all, avoid declaring personal bankruptcy, even though this might appear to be the “easy” way out. (It’s not a coincidence that bankruptcy trustees ramp up advertising in postholiday period.) Bankruptcy is a legal morass and will impede your ability to borrow and conduct your other personal financial and business affairs, including investing, for years to come.

So make every effort to fix your credit card crunch using the tactics I’ve outlined here. It takes persistence and fiscal discipline, but it can be done.

Courtesy Fundata Canada Inc. © 2015. Robyn Thompson, CFP, CIM, FCSI, is president of Castlemark Wealth Management. This article is not intended as personalized advice.

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Saskatchewan’s population grew by another 17,396 people in 2014 to an all-time high of 1,132,640, according to new figures released today

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Premier Brad Wall said the continued growth shows the strength of the province and its economy.

“2014 was the eighth straight year that our population has grown by more than one and a half per cent – the strongest period of population growth since the early days of our

province,” Wall said. “It’s a big change from a decade ago when so many young people were leaving and our population was declining.”

Saskatchewan’s 2014 growth rate of 1.56 per cent was the second-highest in Canada, behind only Alberta. Saskatchewan, Alberta and BC were the only provinces with positive net inter-provincial migration in 2014, as every other province lost more people to other provinces than they gained.

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Among the other provinces, Saskatchewan gained the most people from Ontario (1,651), Manitoba (639) and Quebec (282).

Wall said later today, the government will table a budget designed to sustain growth by keeping Saskatchewan’s economy strong.

“A growing Saskatchewan is a strong Saskatchewan and we want to keep that going,” Wall said. “We never want to go back to the way it was when our population was declining.”

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by Linda Wegner When it comes to hobbies, crossword puzzles have got to be my first choice. Even after a day filled with writing articles or editing the work of other writers, I head to my recliner chair, put up my feet and begin wrestling with words (or, more accurately with some of the more bizarre definitions attributed to those words).

The one thing, however, that blunts my pleasure is dull pencils. I may be on

top of the game but when a pencil is unsharpened it reduces my ability to read what I’ve written. Because the quality of the lead’s imprint is muted and my age-related vision is less than perfect, I’ve had to go back over my work several times before determining whether the last entry was or was not correct.

Since launching my company in 2000 I’ve learned a lot of lessons: some of them I discerned quickly while it took near

disasters before I caught on to some others. Like those faded crossword answers, I wasted far too much time and effort simply because my body was tired out and my creativity and enthusiasm suffered the results of that exhaustion.

Hubby and I have just returned from a week’s visit with family, a long-overdue vacation that served as a time of total relaxation as well as a sharp reminder of the value of refreshing. In the few days since we’ve

been back I’ve set about my work with new strength and excitement.

In life or in business, it’s vital to keep sharp. Repeated use of our time and resources without taking time to renew body, mind and spirit, leaves us like a dull instrument.

“The steps [and stops] of a good man are ordered by the Lord, and He delights in his way.” Psalm 37:23 Don’t risk losing the most important things in life.

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Government Continues to Respond to Bullying Report The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $25,000 to fYrefly Saskatchewan to support gender and sexually diverse youth throughout the province. This funding will help the organization

provide year-round gender and sexual diversity education and support for urban, rural and northern communities in Saskatchewan.

“Our goal is to ensure schools and communities are safe, welcoming and inclusive for our students,” Education Minister Don Morgan said. “This investment also supports our government’s commitment to working with community organizations to help respond to the recommendations in Saskatchewan’s Plan to Address Bullying and Cyberbullying.”

This partnership will allow fYrefly Saskatchewan to work with school divisions to support students who are gender and sexually diverse and to help all students understand how they can help create safe and inclusive environments, free of sexual discrimination.

“FYrefly in schools is a welcomed educational initiative in Saskatchewan,” Camp fYrefly Saskatchewan Co-Chair Reverend Carla Blakley said. “The Y in fYrefly is capitalized because youth are important. FYrefly in schools aims to reduce discrimination and bullying, especially against sexually and gender minority youth, so that a safe, caring school environment can be provided for all Saskatchewan youth.”

Since 2009, fYrefly Saskatchewan has been offering a four-day summer camp for students who are gender and sexually diverse.

To find out more about fYrefly Saskatchewan or to apply to their summer camp, please visitwww. usask.ca/education/fyrefly/index.htm. To find out more about Saskatchewan’s Plan to Address Bullying and Cyberbullying, visit www.education. gov.sk.ca//Anti-Bullying/ campeau-report.pdf.

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Brook Faron Biesenthal May 10, 1989 - Feb. 22, 2015 Brook Faron Biesenthal, late of Kenosee Lake, Sask. And Lethbridge, Alberta, passed away suddenly near Redvers, Sask., Sunday, February 22, 2015 at the age of 25 years.

Brook is survived by his parents Fa ro n B i e s e n t h a l a n d C i n d y Biesenthal; brothers Kasey and Mitchell Cullum; grandparents Bruce and Brenda Biesenthal, and Delber t and Ida Payton; greatgrandmother, Elizabeth Albert; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

Brook attended elementary school in Carlyle, Sask., and Perley Elementary School in Grand Forks, B.C. He finished elementary school at Livingstone School in Lundbreck, Alberta. Livingstone was Brook’s high school right through Grade 11. Then he came home to Kenosee Lake where he graduated from Gordon F. Kells High School in Carlyle.

Brook decided on the University of Lethbridge to further his education. He was completing his Bachelor of Arts and Sciences with a degree in political science and psychology. He had the honor of being on the Dean’s List and being a member of the PoliSci Club during his studies. He served a term as President of the PoliSci Club.

Brook had the prestigious distinction of having one of his papers published in a university text book (writing for the academic disciplines) authored by one of his professors, Sally Hayward.

Summer employment brought him into the oilfield where he experienced a variety of jobs. The last few years he kept busy working for TCA Marketing Ltd. Brook worked at Carlyle during the summer and part-time at the Tabor, Alberta facility over the winter months at university.

A memorial service was held March 3, 2015 at the Moose Mountain Church of Christ.

The University of Lethbridge held a memorial for Brook on the evening of March 5, 2015.

Brook will be sadly missed and forever remembered by all those who knew him.

If friends and loved ones so wish the family would like donations to: Moose Mountain R n R Wildlife Rehabilitation www.moosemountainrnr.org or the PoliSci Club Political Science Depar tment, University of Lethbridge. - www.uleth.ca/giving/make-gift/. Please indicate in memory of Brook Biesenthal.

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Upcoming Events Sunday, March 22nd - Langbank Craft and Trade Show, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Langbank Communiplex.Lunch available.Over 50 tables booked.Free door prizes, Chinese auction, silent auction. For more information call Gayleen, 306-538-4999. Everyone is invited.

44-1 Sunday, March 22nd - Carlyle Skating Club presents: “So, You Think You Can Skate?” at 2 p.m., Carlyle Skating Arena. Guest Skater: Niki Nagy, SK Provincial Pre Novice Champion, 2015 Canada Games Competitor. Silver collection at the door. Accepting donations for the Carlyle & District Food Bank.

43-2 Monday, March 23rd - Redvers Wildlife Annual Meeting, 7:30 p.m. at the Log Cabin.

43-2 Thursday, March 26th - In honour of Helen Gervais’s 90th Birthday there will be a “Come and Go Tea”, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. It will be held at the Redvers Estate Condos in the 3rd floor common room. Everyone welcome.Also Helen’s family will be having a dance for her Birthday on Saturday, March 28th. It will be held at the Redvers Legion Hall from 8:00 p.m to 11:00 p.m. Everyone Welcome - Let your presence be your gift.

9-2 Cornerstone Theatre Inc. presents “Move Over Mrs. Markham”. Dinner Theatre: March 27th and 28th, $35. Cocktails 6:00 p.m., Supper 7:00 p.m. Matinee: Dessert Theatre, Sunday, March 29th, 2:00 p.m., $20. Carlyle Memorial Hall. Box Office: The Pearl Boutique, 453-4488.

42-3 Sukanen Ship Pioneer Village and Museum 38th antique collectible sale and vehicle parts sale Friday, March 27 noon to 8 pm, Saturday March 28, 9 am to 5 pm. Moose Jaw Exhibition Grounds, 250 Thatcher Drive East. www.sukanenship museum.ca swna1x Saturday, April 4th - Wawota Wildlife Federation 23rd Fundraiser & Awards Banquet at Wawota Town Hall. Happy Hour 5:30 p.m.; Roast beef supper 6:30 p.m. Big game fish & bird awards to be given out. Photo contest - Scenic & Wildlife, trophy & $50 prize. Raffle tables. Silent & Live auctions. Door prizes.

Ladies & youth tables. Special raffles. Adults $20; Youth (12 & under) $15. Call Allan, 306-739-2702; Morley, 306-739-2680.

150 advance tickets only to be sold.

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STRUBLE, Lee Alvin We celebrate the life and remember with love a great farmer, partner, father, son, brother, uncle, cousin and friend. Lee was born March 25th 1954 to the late Mary and Alvin Struble. Lee was diagnosed with metastatic prostate cancer in December 2013 and passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family on March 6, 2015. Lee will forever be in the hearts of his partner Janelle and her daughters Sydney and Justiss; his children Stephanie (Blake), Jennifer (Zane), Brent (Shasta) and their mother AnnaMarie; his sister Vickie (Dennis) and all of his nephews, nieces, cousins, and dear friends. Lee loved to farm and was the fourth generation on Struble farms. He was an active community member and always willing to help, he served with the Wawota Lions Club for 33 years. Lee loved his family and watching his children in their numerous sporting activities. He often coached many of their teams and would always offer words of encouragement.

Lee also loved planning holidays, traveling, camping, and cooking. He had a passion for spending time with his family. Lee was always available and willing to help or offer advice. He will be deeply missed but the memories of him will forever be cherished.

Funeral service was held from the Wawota Town Hall, Wawota, on Wednesday, March 11, 2015 with Roy Bortolotto officiating.

Interment was in the Wawota Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Lee’s memory to the Wawota Lions Club or the Canadian Cancer Society. The family would like to send sincere gratitude to the staff at Moosomin Hospital, Regina Pasqua, and Saskatoon Royal University Hospital who cared for Lee. Special thanks to everyone who came to visit, brought food, sent condolences, and offered help.

Email or sign the online book of condolences at www.carscaddenfuneralchapel.com.

G.R.Carscadden Funeral Chapel in care of arrangements.

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Raymond Roy Luhr, late of Estevan, SK. passed away on March 7, 2015 at St. Joseph’s Hospital at the age of 80 years.

The Visitation was held on Thursday, March 12, 2015 at 7-9 p.m. at Chapel of Hall Funeral Services, Estevan, SK. The Funeral Service was held on Friday, March 13, 2015 at 2pm at Estevan Alliance Church with Pastor Donovan Epp and Pastor Jim Kedge officiating. Interment took place prior to the service at 10:30 am at Arcola Cemetery. All were welcome to attend.

Those wishing to make donations in memory of Ray may do so to the Kenosee Lake Bible Camp, Box 217, Kenosee Lake, SK. S0C 2S0or the Gideons International in Canada, PO Box 3619, Guelph, ON, N1H 6T9. Messages of condolence may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.hallfuneralservices.ca Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Hall Funeral Services, Estevan, SK. 44-1

Ivan Humphries 1923 - 2015 Ivan Louis Humphries, formerly of Carlyle, SK passed away at the Estevan Regional Nursing Home, Estevan, SK on Sunday, March 8, 2015 at the age of 91 years.

Ivan was born to parents, Thomas and Charlotte Humphries on November 30, 1923. He grew up in the Moose Creek area, attending school at the Moose Creek Rural School. He grew up with his older brother Ralph and sister May. Ivan spent time in Northern Saskatchewan cording wood with cousins and others. He also traveled to Banff Alberta where he worked building Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel. He then returned to Saskatchewan were he started farming on SW-36-6-3-2. He farmed with his son Don until 1995. He married Sarah Livingstone in March of 1948. They enjoyed spending time at the summer cabin at White Bear Lake, fishing and boating with their children, Garry, Al and Don. Ivan also enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening along with farming and livestock. They moved to Carlyle in 1966 and continued farming, and later on in life he lived in Regina with Sarah in the winter and at Carlyle in the summer.

Ivan’s last few years were enjoyed at the Estevan Regional Nursing Home. Ivan enjoyed curling in the winter, and passed away on the Sunday of the Brier final in 2015.

Ivan is survived by his sons, Garry Dale Humphries, Thomas Allan Humphries and Donald Craig (Kathy) Humphries; grandchildren, Shayne, Chris (Julia), Teresa (Garrett), Tammie (Chad), Cory (Kelsey), Joey (Shayna), Lindsay and Nathan; great-grandc h i l d re n , Kayd e n , O l i v i a , Ca m p b e l l , Va n e s s a , Ty s o n , E l l e x a h a n d S a l e m ; s i s t e r May (John) Melnyk.

He was predeceased by his parents, Thomas and Charlotte Humphries; granddaughter Tanya and brother Ralph (Nellie).

A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, April 2, 2015 at 1:30 p.m. at the Carlyle United Church, Carlyle, SK with Rev. Sung Shim officiating. Interment will take place at a later date at Moose Creek Cemetery.

Those wishing to make donations in Ivan’s memory may do so directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Saskatchewan, 279 - 3rd Avenue N., Saskatoon, SK, S7K 2H8.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Hall Funeral Services, Estevan. Messages of condolence may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.hallfuneralservices.ca 44-1

they moved to BC, where Roy died in 1962.

Lillian worked hard to obtain the education she needed to work and contribute to society. After graduating from Moose Jaw Normal School in 1934, she taught in Saskatchewan and BC until 1978. Post retirement, she taught sewing to young women at a World Vision school in Kenya for a year. During the War, after training to operate a mechanical calculator with 108 keys called a comptometer, she worked in the accounting department of Burns and Company in Vancouver and Prince Albert. In 1969 she graduated from the University of British Columbia with a Bachelor of Education degree.

Lillian’s marriage to Alastair Angus ended in divorce. In 1981 she married Jake Visser, living with him on his farm at Telkwa, and later in Smithers, BC. After Jake’s death in 2001, she lived alone with her macaw, Chico, until illness forced her to move to Bulkley Lodge in 2009. Alzheimer’s disease ravaged the last 5 years of her life. During this time her friends Sophie and Henry Fehr and Lil Chick visited almost daily, providing the loving attention that her distant family could not.

Despite her dementia, Lillian had moments of lucidity, acknowledging family and friends, singing hymns, and praying; these were precious visits from Lillian who, in some ways, had already left us.

Lillian was passionate about trout ¿shing with Jake and other family. In 1988 Lillian, Ken and grandson Alejandro, then only 6, caught a marlin at Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. She always had a large garden, and valued food she grew or caught above what she bought in the store.

Lillian had strong religious beliefs. In the 1993 Dyer Family Tree booklet, she says: “The most important part of my life is my faith in Jesus Christ as my personal savior.”

Lillian is predeceased by her brothers Reginald, Bert, Fred, and Harold, and sisters Marjorie and Ethel. Her sister Frances Horner lives in Calgary, Alberta, and sister Myrtle Brayford in Brantford, Ontario.

Lillian’s son Ken Erickson is in Burnaby, BC. Grandson Alejandro Erickson lives with his wife Kassia and baby great grandson Auberon Roy Erickson in Durham, UK. Chico, Lillian’s macaw, is at the World Parrot Refuge on Vancouver Island.

There will be a Celebration of Life for Lillian at 1:30pm, 27 March, 2015 at Mountain View Assembly church in Smithers, BC. There are 62 photos from Lillian’s life online at http://goo.gl/VMDHIB. For smaller ¿le sizes suitable for emails, scroll down to the folder titled “Small versions (max dimension 1024 pixels)” Friends from the farm community of Manor, Sask can be found on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/3194745012/ permalink/10155282157275013/

Sunday, April 12th - Wauchope Brunch, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Adults $10; Students (12 & under) $7; Preschool (5 & under) Free. Proceeds for upkeep of Church and grounds.

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Lillian Dyer (Erickson, Angus, Visser) 20 March 1915 - 12 Feb. 2015 Lillian Visser, née Lillian Olive Dyer, 6th of 9 children born to Charles and Nellie Dyer on the farm south of Carlyle, Sask, died at Bulkley Lodge in Smithers, BC on 12 Feb 2015, only 5 weeks short of becoming the ¿rst centenarian in her family.

Lillian married Roy Erickson in 1940. During WW2 they lived in New Westminster, BC; Prince Albert, Sask; and then farmed north of Kinistino, Sask.

From 1946 to 1959 they had a farm at Manor, Sask, where they raised their only offspring, Ken Erickson, born in 1943. In 1959

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Cleo Schrader 1924 - 2015 Cleo Frederick Schrader, late of Raymore, SK and formerly of Forget, SK passed away peacefully at the Regina General Hospital on Friday, February 27, 2015 at the age of 90 years.

Cleo’s memory will be forever cherished by his loving wife of 70 years, Yvonne Schrader; children, Keith (Lynda), Craig (Cathy), Mar t y (Lorraine), Randy (Donna), Les (Brenda), Liane (Rob McLeod), Laur ie Mayes (Brian Hebert) and Bonnie (Ray) Johner; grandchildren, Tammy (Jeff), Trena (Mike) and children Tavis (Nina) and Christian, Kevin (Nicole) and children Dalton and J.T., Corey (Michelle) and children Hannah and Katelynn, Robyn (Blaine) and children, Jaden and Maddison, Jamie (Carlos), Adam (Diana), Steven (Justine), Bobbie-Jean (Danny) and daughter Lily, Karlie, Ceigee (Aaron), Kassey (Andrew), Curtis (Kirsten), Braden (Jenn), Danielle and daughter Maize, Cody, Ryan (Jenna), Kyle, AleeshaRae (James) and children Jacey and Annika, Kristy (Dustin) and daughter Peyton; sisters, Yvette Long and Betty (Albert) Nelson; in-laws, Roseina Schrader, Alice Horn, Eva Schrader, Alice Brown, Lorette Scott, Marie (Fred) Podmaroff and Evy Hebert, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his son Darwin; infant son Kenneth; parents, Albert and Freeda; mother-in-law Rose Anderson; siblings, Corwin, Orville, Wayne, Harold (Irene) and Lloyd (Myrtle) and in-laws, Dennis Curtis, Louis Long, Maurice Hebert, Noel (Eileen) Hebert, Jim Brown, Dick Scott and Rosalie (Walter) Gehl.

The Funeral Mass was celebrated on Thursday, March 5, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of La Salette R.C. Church, Forget, by Rev. Yodel Cereno. Interment will take place at a later date.

Those wishing to make donations in Cleo’s memory may do so directly to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 917A Albert Street, Regina, SK, S4R 2P6.

Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Hall Funeral Services, Estevan.

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Crime Stoppers The Carlyle R.C.M.P. and Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers are asking your help in solving the following crimes: In December, 2014, a 26 ft. enclosed skidoo trailer was stolen from a business in Manor, SK. The suspect vehicle, a Ford F150, sustained damage during the theft. *** On February 4, 2015, during the early morning hours Carlyle R.C.M.P. responded to a break and enter complaint located at the Color Me Crazy business in Arcola. Culprit(s) in this incident broke into the business causing the alarm to be activated. Stolen from the business was an undetermined amount

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The big difference between bottomup and top-down investing

By Pat McKeough Bottom-up investors have the great advantage of basing their decisions on what they know about stocks, rather than trying to guess how stocks might be affected by a random series of events. This is the crucial distinction between two basic ways to make investment decisions, commonly referred to as “bottom-up� and “top-down� analysis.

Here’s why we think the bottom-up approach is the superior one.

Using the bottom-up approach, you focus on

understanding what’s going on, rather than trying to predict what happens next. You could call this “descriptive finance.� You delve into earnings, dividends, sales, balance sheet structure, competitive advantages, and so on.

From there, it quickly becomes obvious that there’s an awful lot you don’t know about the risks in the investments you are considering. So you try to design a portfolio in which the risks offset each other.

Using the top-down approach (which you might call “predictive finance�), you downplay what’s going on now and try to figure out what happens next. You may zero in on trends in stock prices, the economy, interest rates, gold, and so on. You may disregard most details. Or, you may focus on a single key trend, event or detail, such as the Y2K scare that gripped the world in late continued on page 31

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The big difference between bottom-up and top-down investing continued from page 30

1999, the Internet stock boom of the same era, avian flu, or the future of the electric car.

In any one year, top investment honours often go to a top-down advisor.

When enough people offer opinions about the future, after all, somebody has to get it right. But nobody gets it right every time.

Anybody who did would eventually acquire a measurable share of all the money in the world, and nobody ever does that.

That’s why there’s a lot of turnover in the top ranks of top-down investors. One bad guess can ruin a previously enviable record.

Gains add up for bottom-up investors Over periods of five years and beyond, however, top investment honours mostly go to a member of the bottom-up crowd.

That’s partly because bottom-uppers tend to make fewer big mistakes. This lets their gains accumulate.

This also leads to longer holding periods, which provide greater tax deferral and lower brokerage costs.

The top-down approach appeals to beginning investors, when they have not yet learned how little they know. (That’s a good time for it, when you have little money to invest and can’t do yourself much harm.) By the time they build up enough of a stake to begin serious investing, most advisors and investors have settled on a mix of top-down and bottom-up.

As years pass, successful investors tend to put more weight on bottom-up. They like the way it cuts risk.

Sometimes, a topdown idea acquires way too much influence on way too many investors. A classic example was the intense interest that built up for many months in 2012 over Greece’s debt crisis and a possible eurozone economic collapse, if not a worldwide collapse. Week after week, in almost every newspaper or online news source, you could find one or more articles delving into how that might oc-

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cur, and the devastating financial results that would follow.

This widespread attention tends to get priced into the market, as traders say. In other words, investors react to this kind of potential calamity by paying a little less for investments than they otherwise would. As a result, you can buy good investments for less money.

At the height of the eurozone crisis, European authorities crept tentatively, and often nervously, towards a final resolution of the fiscal predicament in Greece. As they did so, the markets adjusted and even moved up. The predicted collapse did not occur.

To put it another way, if the risk of another European debt crisis – or the future of oil prices, or ongoing unrest in the Middle East – tempts you to sell all your stocks and go into cash (as traders say), keep one thing in mind: you’re not the only person who knows about that risk.

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Nalco Champion has an immediate need for an Area Manager in our Energy Services – Oilfield Chemicals group located in Carlyle, SK. The Area Manager is instrumental in overseeing the execution of business development and maintenance of all business requirements for the assigned area. This will be achieved by designing and implementing plans and strategies, monitoring sales results and ensuring customer satisfaction is Reached. As the successful candidate you will have the ability to motivate and challenge staff to exceed expectations and to maintain and promote technical and operational excellence to optimize operations .

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July 17 - Boating & Fishing Feature August 21 - Back to School Feature September 18 - Fall Harvest Feature October 9 - Oil and Gas Feature November 6 - Winter Ready Feature November 27 - Christmas Gift Guide

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