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Lone Wolf Defense o ered at Just Fur Paws
By Stephanie Zoer
Just Fur Paws, located in Carlyle, offered a fourday course on April 3-6 about defense and how to use a person’s canine for protection through the expert training of Charlie Randolph. Randolph is a world renown international dog trainer, who also teaches self-defense moves.
Homeland K9 International and Total Canine Institute were founded in 1992 and are owned by Randolph who lives in South Carolina.
Randolph was in the U.S. Marine Corp for eight years and needed to be ready to go anywhere in the world within 72 hours, and he never knew how long he was going to be away from home.
He disliked being away from his family and decided it was time to stay closer to home and this is when he began his journey with training self-defense and canine training.
The first day of the course was called Lone Wolf Defense. This course was about looking after ones self in a difficult situation.
“In todays troubled world it is becoming more apparent that people know how to take care of themselves when in trouble,” said Randolph.
Ten people took part in the defense class and were taught simple, yet direct moves to keep themselves safe.
“When going out to
a bar in a group, you always leave with that group, no one is left behind,” said Randolph.
He explained it is more difficult for the bad guy to attack a group than it is for a single person as the bad guy is looking for that one single person.
If a person continues to be a problem at the bar, it is always best to try and get out of the situation but if that is not possible, a drink in the face can be a quick fix, but not a long one, but now the person will have a glass in their hand, and this is a weapon if needed.
Randolph explained that it is very important to remain calm if a person sees they are being followed or if they are being attacked.
Often in movies they
will show that a plastic bag is put over the victim’s head, and they grab at their throat trying to get the bag off, when all they have to do is rip the bag by their mouth, but if a person panics, they may not think of this.
Another scenario is a bad guy holds a gun to your head and tells you to get in their vehicle.
“Under no circumstances do you get in the vehicle,” said Randloph.
“If they plan to kill you, I would rather they kill me now so my family will have my body and will have closure,” he said. “If you get in the vehicle, they may rape you, torture you and then kill you and dump your body somewhere.”
Randloph went on to explain that an intruder means to cause harm
to a person, and this is when the victim must pull out all the stops and defend ones-self at all costs. It could be the difference between living or dying.
During the course the students were shown how to do simple moves of defense which they used on each other for practice. Randolph said it is important to practice these moves regularly with another person.
At the end of the day, all the participants received a diploma for their completion of the course, and they could ask questions afterwards.
The following three days were for the canine and their handlers. This was a course utilizing a person’s dog by working as a team to help defend themselves.
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They had 21 canines, 16 canine handlers and four auditors. Each day was filled with training ideas for the people. Some people had experience as others came in fresh.
Over the course, dogs are taught games and to go after tug toys, they are then taught control over the tugging toy and build commands on when to release.
They are taught how to be alert with a stranger but under the control of the handler.
Randloph, who dressed in protective gear, acted as stranger with the dogs to see how they responded and how the handlers controlled the dog.
Andrea McEwen, owner of Just Fur Paws said this course was fun
intense.
The Lone Wolf Defense course brought 10 people to learn how to protect themselves. Photo by Stephanie Zoer
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McEwen said they were able to go to Moose Mountain Leisure’s compound in the dark and really see how it was like at night, and it was a very cool element to experience. This was done with the experienced dogs.
Throughout the four days, McEwen was sure to show Randloph the hospitality of Carlyle, by bringing in coffee from Michael’s Coffee Shop
Thurs, April 17 - Mu n and Co ee morning – Happy Gang – 10am
and donuts from Carlyle Bakery.
Randloph was taken out for meals at the restaurants in town and shown around Carlyle.
“It truly was a great event, and the response I received from those that participated was great,” said McEwen.
McEwen hopes in the future to have Randolph return with his vast knowledge in the canine world.
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Lone Wolf Defense course well attended
A three-day course was o ered at Just Fur Paws on how to become a team with the person’s canine partner. Photo courtesy of Just Fur Paws
Charlie Randolph, a world renown dog trainer and handler, came to Just Fur Paws for a fourday event. Photo courtesy of Just Fur Paws
A good ole country hoedown in Bellegarde
By Paul Kimball
Bellegarde is a small Frenchspeaking community in southeastern Saskatchewan. It is so small that it doesn’t qualify to be a town. In Saskatchewan, 500 people are needed to constitute a town. Bellegarde has about 35 residents, so it gets to carry the label of being a hamlet.
On April 5th, the population increased considerably for
one night, bringing it closer to ‘town status’. About 165 gathered in the hamlet’s community hall for the Bellegarde Country Hoedown 2025.
The size of the community was not the only thing different that night. So was the language. English was the language of preference for Bellegarde that night.
The Country Hoedowns began back in 1988. Their purpose was and continues to be to keep
the community hall and local rink in operation. The planning committee of Natasha Poirier, Liberty Bayliss, Shana Poirier, Kari Bauche and Rheanne Dekeyser decided to use this year’s hoedown to raise money for a kitchen upgrade in the hall.
A supper kicked off the evening, catered by Weir’s Catering. The doors were opened to the general public at 8:30 p.m. Silent auction winners were announced shortly after and
then the fun began. The rest of the evening featured dancing to music DJ’d by Trident Music, interspersed with three skits which acted out music videos and a game. The game was
“The Dating Game”, which was a very popular TV show back in the 1970’s.
Of course, as is often the case with these types of events, the evening was also ‘interspersed’ with shooters and other beverages from the bar. The planning
committee made sure that everyone made it home by providing designated drivers. The last thing that anyone wanted was an unhappy ending to a very happy evening. The evening was deemed to be a very good success, not only by those who attended, but also by those who planned it. Plans are already underway for a 2026 Hoedown to create another population explosion in the hamlet of Bellegarde.
The Hoedown committee (left to right) of Natasha Poirier, Liberty Bayliss, Shana Poirier, Kari Bauche and Rheanne Dekeyser. Photo courtesy of Natasha Poirier
Skit performers (left to right) Natasha Poirier, Rheanne Dekeyser, Chauntelle Robbins, Glen Jackson, Tyler Dekeyser and Kelly Lamotte – Photo courtesy of Natasha Poirier
“What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived; it is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance of the life we lead.”
One of my few regrets
I hate to admit it, but I’m in the homestretch of life. I’m reminded of that often when people I know show up in the obituaries. I’m at that stage where I’m reflecting on what has been and what could have been. There’s not a lot I would change. Life has been good.
I was born into a country where freedom reigns. I was brought into a world by loving parents and they gave me good siblings. I married over my head. I’d even go so far as to say that I married the best woman in the world, but I know you husbands would disagree with me. We have three great kids and four great grandchildren. No, we didn’t skip a generation. The grandkids are great.
Work was better than I’d anticipated. Each job outshone the previous one. I currently have four of them and love them all, including this one as a freelance writer.
At 67, I tell anyone who will listen that I’m in life’s sweet spot.
But I do have one regret. I wish I had taken up cooking much earlier in life. I started three or four years ago and I never knew it could be so enjoyable. I never knew what a kitchen was until I was close to retirement age. I knew what a fridge was, but that was about it for that part of the house.
I’m very mechanical as a ‘chef’, tied to recipes, but I am getting better. My first creative experience happened accidentally. I was making a sauce that required constant stirring. When the timer went off, I discovered to my horror that part of the plastic whisk had melted into the sauce. I had heard often that margarine is one molecule away from being plastic (which, incidentally, is a myth) so I figured, what difference does it make whether it’s margarine or part of a plastic whisk in the sauce? I used the sauce anyway. It tasted fine and I was proud that, for the first time, I had added an ingredient that the recipe didn’t call for.
Several years ago, our family went to Cuba for a holiday. Our breakfasts usually included an omelet. The chef would break a few eggs into a pan and then we’d select many items from the omelet bar to add to the eggs. They were delicious.
Then before moving to Carnduff, I worked at a mission that fed the homeless. The cook made soup daily for lunch. He’d take the leftover food from the previous day (except what was left on the diners’ plates, of course) and throw it all into a big cauldron and the result was a soup that was mouth-watering.
Recently, I was thinking of Cuba and the mission. If throwing all sorts of unrelated ingredients together could make a great soup or a delicious omelet, why couldn’t I do the same thing? So, once or twice a week, I do just that. My culinary creativity was growing. I’d take a couple of eggs and toss in whatever had to be used up from the fridge and stir it into the eggs and cook it. The last omelet I made had 15 different ingredients in it. It made for a delectable breakfast…and made my wife happy because I was using up odds and ends that were taking up space in the fridge.
Oh, there’s so much more I wish I had the space to tell you about my new-found love of cooking. I make one or two recipes every week, cooking up things we’ve never had before so that my wife can’t compare it to anything. Along with the new dishes, we get to try out new and unfamiliar ingredients from around the world. It’s added a new joy to my life.
Look out, Gordon Ramsay. Here I come!
- Nelson Mandela
What the artists try to capture
With the snow and ice going, going, gone, I find myself wanting to make a leap and begin planning summer days. I start picturing occasional weekend afternoons pulling a lawn chair into the shade and opening up a new book. Or evenings of unhurried conversation around the fire bowl with family and friends.
There is the same amount of work that needs to be completed on the job everyday, yet somehow the pace feels different. It feels good. It also opens up the question of where to spend some vacation time if those days are taken in the summer.
There isn’t a specific type of holiday I like best. I enjoy scheduled itineraries and full days, but I also like a laidback approach and being able to decide spontaneously what we might want to do. Consequently, we have packed in amusement parks, aquariums, historic buildings, cathedrals, ball games,
museums, tours and lots of walking into some; while others have been dominated by campfires, beach chairs, sun screen, and no worries about getting our steps in. But while I enjoy planning and anticipating particular destinations, some of my favorite experiences have been ones that have taken me by surprise.
During a stop at the St. Louis Art Museum one summer I went in excited mostly to see all the Egyptian art including a collection of sarcophagi, as well as the Renaissance art which was an area I studied in university. But I ended up totally enthralled and spending far more time gazing at the medieval art.
When I walked into the enormous collection I didn’t know where to look first. Massive paintings, sculpture, tapestries and mosaics filled the space and it was amazing to think about the hands that had created them.
The time period saw art heavily influenced by religious themes. Much of it reflects Christianity and you can see the inspiration artists drew in depicting biblical stories, the lives of the saints, and the Passion of Christ; with the art serving as a vehicle for faith expression and contemplation.
I didn’t want to leave the room because I felt
I was surrounded by something meaningful and profound. And I was. But while these centuries-old masterpieces were glorious, it was another piece of art we kind of stumbled upon that also stands out in my mind.
We were driving through Iowa and I was paging through some tourist information when I read about a prayer garden in a city we would be passing through. We looked at the time and wondered if we should bother, but at the last moment decided to make the stop. We are so glad we did.
Beautiful gardens, babbling brooks and manicured pathways took visitors into serene and peaceful places where you could reflect and pray.
The tranquility invited you to stop…to sit…to be still. It made for an unforgettable afternoon.
There was a museum on the grounds and when we stepped inside we came across a breathtaking piece of art — an impressive life-size wood sculpture of the Last Supper. It is one of only a handful of in-theround sculptures in the world.
While it is based on the da Vinci painting, sculptor Jerry Traufler spent seven years bringing his own artistic expression to the piece.
The 12 apostles and Jesus are each its own sculpture, with each
piecing weighting between 200-300 pounds. The work also includes individually carved goblets and unleavened bread on a massive table. Due to its size and craftsmanship, you felt compelled to stay silent and reflect. Clearly it has that sort of impact on many because they have supplied a seating area for guests to sit and take a moment as they take in the power of the scene. If we had insisted on sticking to a schedule and bypassed the stop, we would have missed out on something amazing. Unfortunately, this weekend too many people are going to miss out on something far, far more incredible. The story of Christ is so much more than inspiration for artists, musicians and sculptors over the centuries. The person of Christ, whose death and resurrection we contemplate this weekend, is the story of a love far greater than we can understand. We can thrill to the music and appreciate the art, but it becomes all the more meaningful as it draws us into deeper reflection of what the Savior of the world did for each of us as he died on the cross for every one of us. Don’t bypass the point. It is not another long weekend. It is the greatest event in all of human history. Christ is risen! He is risen indeed! That’s my outlook.
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Brad Siroski talks about his mental health and addiction to the students at Gordon F. Kell High School
By Stephanie Zoer
Brad Siroski turned his life around 13 years ago when he realized that he was going to lose his daughter, and this was something he could not bear.
Today, he goes to schools and talks to students about his path with mental health and addiction.
On April 9, he went to the Gordon F. Kell High School to speak on his long road of recovery. The Grade 6 students from the Carlyle Elementary School were also invited to attend.
Amy Rutten, principal at the high school welcomed everyone to the event and introduced Siroski to the group.
Raised on a farm near Davidson, Saskatchewan, Siroski went to school, came home did his homework and chores and then his mom would tell him, the rest of the time was his.
Siroski always had a smile on his face, but deep down he struggled with mental health.
Having a verbally abusive father, Siroski felt he was worthless. He loved his father and respected him, but knew he drank too much, but he still tried to remain with a smile so no one would know that he hurt inside.
He had attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and was labelled as a troublemaker, a bad apple and that he was never going to make anything of himself in life, and slowly these thoughts took over.
At the age of 13, Siroski took his first drink and this felt good. After the second drink he felt even better, and everything seemed to go away, and it solved some of his problems and the addiction with alcohol began.
Siroski played a great deal of sports and was always ready to lend a hand helping others, but as he got older the struggles at home grew.
By the time he hit Grade 12, he was drinking every day and smoking cannabis, but with the help of his guidance councilor he was able to complete high school.
This is when his life was going to go on a downward slide, and he moved out of his parents place.
It did not take long for him to be kicked out of the first place he lived and kicked out of postsecondary school. He got into trouble with the law with two DUI’s and went to jail for 16 days, with 21 days in rehab.
Siroski got deeper and deeper into drugs, the drugs took over his life and then he found out he was going to be a father.
The day his daughter
was born, he felt pure love for his little girl, but it was not enough to keep him clean.
He stole from his family, and they did not want him around anymore as he was not trusted.
He was not eating, losing weight, stressed and the thoughts of suicide came into his thoughts, as he felt he was a failure and there was no other choice.
Siroski knew he had to change his life but how, and that change came when the mother of his daughter said she was
going for sole custody as she did not want Siroski to be around the little girl drunk and high on drugs,
On August 12, 2012, through the help of his boss, he got into a recovery program. His boss told him that he was proud of him, and this was confusing to Siroski, but his boss said to him that it took a lot of strength to ask for help. He finally let it all out in the program talking with 24 other men. They were going through the same thing as him, and it was a relief for him to be
able to talk to someone that understood.
The drugs and alcohol was only the tip of the iceberg, he had to deal with the mental health issues as well in order to begin the journey of healing.
The day he was accepted back into the schooling system, Siroski found out he had a fist size cancerous tumor on his kidney. He had surgery and nine months later he was good to go.
Today, Siroski is drug and alcohol free and has been for 13 years. He has also been cancer free for 10 years.
He has joint custody of his daughter Keyerra Siroski, and he has been married for two and a half years to Barb Siroski and gained two more daughters, Sydney and Genavieve Bakke.
His relationship with his parents and siblings has grown and he feels that each day it continues to improve.
On March 2022 he was part of the integral part of the development of two mental health programs.
He received the Safety Centered Leadership Award in 2022 for his contributions to the design of the Service Hospitality Mental Wellness Modules.
In March of 2023 Siroski received the Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Award for his contribution to the mental health and addictions field.
“The Long Road of Recovery” is a book that Siroski wrote and was released on January 13, 2025, on his mother’s birthday.
He has authored numerous poems that he uses in his presentation, and it is his hope to publish a book on poems in the near future.
While he attends schools and speaks on his life of addiction, he also has his own business helping people.
“Every time I talk about what has happened in my life, it helps me to heal,” said Siroski.
“Remember you are the author of your story, you can write your own happily ever after,” he said.
The students could go to Siroski and speak to him in private if they wished to, or any one who needs to talk can email Siroski at info@ bradsiroski.com
He assured everyone that he would return their email within 24 hours.
“If you need help, reach out, do not suffer alone,” Siroski said. “We are here to help.”
Mental health and addiction was the topic at an event at the Gordon F. Kell High School. From left to right, Alaina Buchanan, Student Service Councilor, Thomas Broccolo, Student Service Councilor, Vanessa Kavalench, Saskatchewan Health Association, and Brad Siroski, Mental Health, and Addictions Speaker. Photo by Stephanie Zoer
Local fundraiser exceeds expectations
By Kaitlynn Nordal
A fundraiser for the local schools has exceeded the expectations of those on the organization committee.
“We were fundraising for the future of our community — a brand new Pre-K to Grade 12 school in Carlyle, along with enhancements that will make it a space our students can truly thrive in,” said Robin Mryglod, School Committee Council (SCC) Chair – Carlyle Elementary School.
Those involved with the fundraiser were hoping to raise $10,000 but raised $33,400.
“The community blew that out of the water,” said Myrglod.
The three-part fundraiser included a student and community talent showcase, an online silent auction, and a call for direct donations.
“We had 115 items up for bid in the auction. Many were generously donated by local businesses and community
In total, we raised $16,700:
• Talent Showcase: $1,387
• Online Auction: $15,005
• Additional Donations: $308
members, and we bundled some items into themed packages to make things even more exciting. This fundraiser was truly about bringing our community together to support something that affects us all—our kids’ future,” said Mryglod.
“We really wanted this to be a community-wide effort and heard so many great things about how fun and engaging it was. It was incredibly meaningful to see everyone come together for a common cause,” continued Mryglod.
The talent show was a huge success.
“The talent show was a fun way to get the community involved and showcase the incredible talents of both students and community members,” said Mryglod. “It wasn’t just about celebrating our kids—it was about celebrating our whole community and showing off the spirit, creativity, and heart of Carlyle. We wanted everyone to feel like they had a part in this fundraiser because building a new school is something that affects all of us.”
There were nine acts in the talent show with a variety of student and community performances which included singing, dancing, poetry, and
musical performances.
“We ended the night with a group sing-along led by our high school Student Leader Team that had the entire crowd on their feet. A real Hallmark moment,” said Mryglod. “We also went old-school with our snacks—the School Community Council ran a nostalgic canteen complete with SCC snack mix and treats from a local freezedried candy maker.”
The auction portion of the fundraiser featured 115 items and ran for three days online.
“Bidding was non-stop from start to finish, and the excitement was real! Items ranged from sports
memorabilia to spa packages, handmade goods, tools, experiences, and so much more,” said Mryglod.
Mryglod and everyone involved with organizing the fundraising wants to thank everyone who donated.
“We can’t say thank you enough. This community showed up in a huge way, and we are beyond grateful for every dollar, every donation, and every cheer from the crowd. It was a reminder of what makes Carlyle such a special place to live and raise a family. The energy, and generosity we witnessed throughout this fundrais-
er was inspiring,” said Mryglod.
Number Ten Architectural Group will in-
clude the improvements in the design of the new school to be implemented during construction.
Jessica Cooper plays piano during the talent portion of the fundraiser. Photo courtesy R. Mryglod
Grade One students perform Spring Is Here during the talent portion of the fundraiser. Photo courtesy R. Myrglod
Administrative Professionals Week
4 facts about administrative workers
Administrative Professionals Week (APW) is celebrated annually on the last full week in April, which this year is April 20 to 26. The event aims to recognize and highlight the vital work of administrative professionals, including receptionists, secretaries, personal assistants, customer support workers and more. Here are some facts about administrative workers to give you insight into the profession.
1. The demand for skilled admin workers is on the rise across Canada. In fact, 41,700 new admin jobs are expected to become available between 2019 and 2028.
2. Administrative assistants are overwhelmingly female. In North America, over 90 per cent of administrative professionals are women.
3. The average administrative assistant annual salary in Canada is $35,121. However, the most experienced workers can make over $47,000.
4. The Canadian Certified Administrative Professional (CCAP) designation is a national accreditation and the highest industry standard for administrative professionals in Canada.
The administrative professional job has evolved over the years. The technology boom in the last decade has forced administrative workers to expand their skills. On top of managing memos, spreadsheets and budgets, admin workers must also now be proficient in countless online programs and software.
This APW, thank an administrative professional in your life. You can do so by giving them a card, sending them a gift basket or offering them a gift card to an office store to upgrade their office supplies.
Did you know there’s also Administrative Professionals Day?
This day of recognition takes place annually on Wednesday of the last full week of April. This year, it falls on April 23. Much like APW, it aims to celebrate and shed light on the many contributions of administrative professionals.
Are
HEALTHY HABITS
you neglecting your mental health?
According to the Mental Health Commission of Canada, nearly one-third of people over 65 live with a mental health problem. Additionally, chronic physical illnesses, such as diabetes, arthritis, Crohn’s disease, obesity and Parkinson’s disease often accompany mental health problems. Consequently, more healthcare professionals are emphasizing the importance of caring for both your mental and physical health to improve the aging process.
Consider adopting the following habits to support your mental well-being:
• Exercise. Regular physical activity boosts the production of mood-enhancing hormones called endorphins.
• Diet. Eating a balanced diet rich in fruits and vegetables supports your psychological well-being.
• Hobbies. Engaging in activities you enjoy, such as gardening or playing board games, keeps your mind active and fosters a positive outlook.
• Social interaction. Participating in community activities, volunteering and maintaining regular contact with your loved ones can help reduce feelings of isolation.
• Professional support. If you experience persistent feelings of dread or sadness that interfere with your daily life, seek help. You can find valuable resources by reaching out to a helpline, joining a support group or talking to a healthcare professional like a doctor or psychologist.
Listen to your needs and adopt these simple strategies for better mental health.
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HEALTH & Seniors
As life expectancy continues to rise, many individuals aged 50 and over refuse to label themselves as “old,” and for good reason. The lifestyle of a 50-something in 2025 differs significantly from that of a 50-something in 1960.
Nowadays, being “old” can be divided into two distinct groups: the “young old,” who remain active and healthy, and the “old old,” who experience a decline in their abilities. For instance, a 78-year-old woman who volunteers, takes dance classes and travels frequently might not feel old enough to move into a seniors’ residence.
Gonarthrosis, also known as knee osteoarthritis, is a common condition among older adults. It’s charac terized by the progressive wear of the cartilage in the knee joint. Here’s an overview.
Several factors can con tribute to the development of gonarthrosis, including natural aging, being over weight, having a history of knee injuries or certain anatomical anomalies.
• Engaging in low-impact exercises
• Wearing knee or foot orthoses
“Old” is a relative concept!
Ultimately, the idea of old age— beyond biological factors—is highly subjective. Some people associate being old with a lack of interest in modernity. Whether they’re 60 or 80, those who shy away from new technologies or watch only classic movies and listen to the hits of yesteryear may seem older than their peers who engage with contemporary culture.
According to science, cellular aging accelerates significantly after age 75. However, healthy lifestyle practices can help individuals navigate this stage more smoothly.
Remember that getting older should never become an excuse to stop evolving or learning new things.
What is gonarthrosis and how is it treated?
Common symptoms of gonarthrosis include pain when walking or climbing stairs, creaking or crackling noises in the knee, swelling of the joint and stiffness after periods of rest. These symptoms can significantly limit daily activities and impact overall quality of life.
Various treatments may alleviate the symptoms of gonarthrosis, including:
• Making changes to your diet to promote weight loss
In some cases, your doctor may recommend medical interventions such as anti-inflammatory medications or injections. As a last resort, surgery may be considered.
Finally, early diagnosis and appropriate treatment can improve your comfort and preserve your mobility. If you’re experiencing knee pain, consult a healthcare professional as soon as possible.
Tory candidate Bonk addresses crowd during Estevan visit
By David Willberg SaskToday.ca
One of the candidates to be the next MP for Souris-Moose Mountain was in Estevan on April 11 for a meet and greet.
Steven Bonk of the Conservative Party of Canada spoke to a crowd of more than two dozen people at the Days Inn. After providing the audience with his background and touching on his experiences in the cattle industry and international trade, he spent 45 minutes answering questions from the audience.
Bonk noted he travelled throughout North America and worked in Australia in the cattle industry while in high school and university. He also spent a decade working in Europe before returning to Canada and working in the livestock sector.
Bonk was elected as the MLA for the Moosomin riding in 2016 and spent the next 8 1/2 years in that role, holding several cabinet posts.
He was also the Saskatchewan co-captain, along with Andrew Scheer, for Pierre Poilievre’s successful leadership bid for the Conservative Party.
“Working with Pierre, I realized really quickly
that boy, there’s not too much I don’t see eye to eye with … that guy. His vision for Canada, what we could be, what we should be, what we will be again, is the reason I decided to take a run at federal politics.”
He became the Conservative Party’s candidate last August in a contested nomination.
Bonk noted a lot of people are really nervous about what they’re seeing in the polls, with the Liberals passing the Tories for the lead, but Bonk cited the party’s internal polling. In places like Greater Toronto or Atlantic Canada, they have very good numbers, and Bonk said they are on the cusp of a majority.
He views this as the most consequential election of his lifetime, and everyone he spoke to at the Estevan event knows the importance of the election.
The question-and-answer session covered numerous topics. Some he deferred an answer because they were provincial or municipal matters, or the issue hadn’t been covered in the party’s platform yet.
Topics ranged from gun control to taxes, local representation to energy.
On gun control, Bonk said Poilievre would re-
peal the rules brought in by the Liberals during the past decade.
“It just makes no sense that a legally acquired firearm can be confiscated by the government,” said Bonk.
The person who asked the question noted he had 250 firearms that became prohibited overnight. He has a licence to have them.
“Most of the gun crime in Canada, almost all of it, in fact, comes from gangs from illegally acquired firearms in the United States,” said Bonk.
If Bonk is elected, it would be just the second time in 40 years that the riding’s MP wouldn’t be from the Estevan area. Bonk said he would maintain that connection with the Estevan area.
“I served as an MLA for the past eight years for all of the communities. In fact, to be honest with you, I feel a little bit bad for my home community, because I actually had to ask for a bit of a free pass from them, because they knew I was so busy everywhere else.
“But if I’m elected in
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this constituency, I’ll do my utmost to represent everyone equally, fairly and to the best of my ability.”
Bonk noted he and Estevan-Big Muddy MLA
Lori Carr spent a decade fighting the federal Liberals on jurisdictional
overreach by the feds. That includes energy and environmental policies.
Bonk cited the potential of the Canada-First National Energy Corridor announced by the Tories early in the election campaign.
“This energy corridor, it’s going to unleash production of our resources like we haven’t seen,” said Bonk. “We have some of the best producers, some of the most innovative producers in the world. All we need to do is create the environment for them to just take off and boom here.”
The trade war with the U.S. has exposed some of the cracks that exist in the Canadian system, he said, and Bonk believes Canada needs to be more self-sufficient.
On the taxes front, Bonk said Poilievre has promised the largest income tax cut in Canadian history with a 15 per cent decrease.
The federal election is April 28.
ASSESSMENT ROLL 2025
Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll for the R.M of Enniskillen No 3 for the year 2025 has been prepared and is open to inspection in the office of the assessor from 8 a.m. to noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday April 18th, 2025, to June 20th, 2025. A bylaw pursuant to section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed, and the assessment notices have been sent as required.
Any person wishing to discuss the notice of assessment or potential appeal may contact the assessor at the Rural Municipality of Enniskillen No 3. A notice of appeal, accompanied by a $100.00 appeal fee which will be returned if the appeal is successful, must be filed with the Secretary of the Board of Revision, Nicole Hoskins, Western Municipal Consulting Ltd., Box 149, Meota, SK, S0M 1X0, by the 20th day of June 2025.
Dated this 18th of April 2025
Pamela Bartlett Assessor
NOTICE OF ASSESSMENT RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF BROWNING
NO. 34
The property was designated as a Municipal Heritage Property by Bylaw No. 3/86 on May 14, 1986. The Council of the Town of Arcola has received a written request from the property’s legal representative to rescind the heritage designation, citing the current condition of the building and the intent to facilitate its sale. After consideration, Council has approved the request and will proceed with repealing the designation to support the potential sale of the property
This matter is slated for consideration at the May 13th, 2025 Regular Council Meeting. Any person wishing to object to the proposed repeal must ser ve council with a written objection stating the reasons for the objection and all relevant facts not less than three days prior to consideration of the repealing bylaw.
For more information, please contact the Town Office at 306-455-2212, arcadmin@sasktel.net or visit 127 Main Street, Arcola.
Issued This 10th day of April, 2025.
Rebecca Korchinski, Administrator
Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll for the R.M of Browning No 34 for the year 2025 has been prepared and is open to inspection in the office of the assessor from 8 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m on the following days: Monday to Friday, April 4 to June 4, 2025.
A Bylaw pursuant to section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required.
Any person wishing to discuss the notice of assessment or potential appeal may contact the assessor at the R.M. of Browning No 34, Box 40, Lampman, SK, S0C 1N0. A notice of appeal, accompanied by a $50 appeal fee which will be returned if the appeal is successful, must be filed with the Secretary of the Board of Revision, Nicole Hoskins, Western Municipal Consulting, Box 149, Meota, SK, S0M 1X0, by the 4th day of June, 2025.
Dated this 4th day of April, 2025.
Jadon Carnduff Assessor
Steven Bonk, right, speaks with Estevan Chamber of Commerce executive director Merissa Scarlett, left.
Report from the Legislature
Submitted by Daryl Harrison
As April is advancing, so does the implementation of programs and services promised in our 2025-26 Budget presented on March 19th, 2025. With the only balanced budget in Canada, we work every day to ensure Saskatchewan is strong and steady. We continue to be the most affordable place to live, work and raise a family. Included in this budget are the largest personal income tax reductions in the province since 2008. Examples include: raising the basic personal exemption,
spousal and equivalentto-spouse exemption and dependent child exemption by $500 a year for the next four years - over and above the impact of indexation. Upon full implementation, an additional 54,000 residents will no longer be paying any provincial income tax.
Supporting our local businesses has always been a source of pride. However, current global affairs, illustrate how critically important it is. The Small Business Tax Rate will permanently remain at one per cent, which benefits more than 35,000 small businesses and saves them over $50 mil-
lion annually in corporate income taxes.
Our government’s commitment to procuring from Saskatchewan-based companies remains strong and has awarded nearly 90 per cent of all procurements to Saskatchewan companies over the past
five years. When Saskatchewan companies bid, that number has jumped to 95 per cent. In the same period, the province has awarded more than 99 per cent of procurements to Canadian companies, with less than one per cent awarded to US companies.
The commitments for human resource planning continues to see results in health care and education.
Statistics Canada’s latest labour force numbers show continued growth in Saskatchewan as we lead the nation with a 3.4 per cent job growth rate. Health care and social assistance is up 8,100, an increase of 8.8 per cent and
educational services is up 4,900, an increase of 8.7 per cent. Saskatchewan also had the lowest unemployment rate among provinces at 4.9 per cent, well below the national average of 6.7 per cent.
Our province was featured at the Food, Fuel, Fertilizer Global Summit last week. The summit explored the global role Saskatchewan plays, particularly in the sectors of agriculture, mining and energy. Through his keynote, Premier Moe discussed: food, and energy security, cutting the carbon tax, the province’s tariff response plan and the importance of diversi-
fying export markets. In 2024, Saskatchewan’s exports reached over 160 countries, with eight markets that totaled over $1 billion. Last year the province saw international merchandise exports reach $45.4 billion, a top three record for Saskatchewan.
Private capital investment in Saskatchewan increased last year by 17.3 per cent to $14.7 billion, ranking first among provinces for growth. All of this allows our government to prioritize affordability, health care, education, and safer communities. Delivering the services Saskatchewan people need and deserve.
Local teenager wins bronze at public speaking competition
By Kaitlynn Nordal
Jessica Cooper of Carlyle recently won bronze during a public speaking competition in Saskatoon at the SaskPolytechnic Kelsey campus.
Cooper says since she was young, she was always a talker.
“I would share everything I had in my brain and still do. At this time, I was very scared about preforming, so I didn’t get out on a stage until Grade 6 when I became involved in drama,” said Cooper. Cooper was introduced
to speaking competitions through the Air Cadet program where Cooper was encouraged to try out their Effective Speaking competition.
“I did very well, so when our school offered a similar program, I jumped at it,” said Cooper.
Cooper enjoys the performance aspect of public speaking.
“I love preforming. It’s something I’ve always done whether through speaking, drama, or piano,” said Cooper. “The act of sharing what I think
and having people listen is something I really enjoy.”
Cooper recently competed in a competition in Saskatoon at the SaskPolytechnic Kelsey campus on March 28. It was a trades competition (carpentry, plumbing, drafting, hair styling, etc.) with public speaking as a category.
“I wanted to do it because I don’t get to compete for my school often as I am not an athletic competitor, and felt this was my chance,” said Cooper.
This competition took
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TheCollege is governed by adedicatedseven-personBoardofGover nors. With threevacancies arisingdue to upcomingretirements, theBoardisseekingexpressions of interest from individuals eager to contribute as Boardmembers.Candidates will be assessedwithpreferencegiven to those whomeet thefollowing criteria:
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a lot of preparation for Cooper who was given her topic a few weeks ahead of time.
“My prompt was “Throughout Canadian history, there have been many silenced voices. With this in mind, how can we encourage them to join the trades industry?” Using this, I created a five-to-seven-minute speech I would present,” said Cooper.
“This is the prepared segment; the second segment is an impromptu speech. The impromptu question is given to each competitor one at a time,” continued Cooper. “They have two minutes to create a twoto-three-minute speech. That morning, they had us tour the other trades and asked the question, “What stood out to you most?” I mainly focused on the precision, passion, and future of trades for my three sections.”
“The competition was stiff; I had six competitors with five of them being Grade 12 students. I felt nervous because I seemed so inexperienced compared to them. The actual competition was less nerve-racking: it was a small crowd with three judges,” said Cooper.
ENFORCEMENT LIST
Municipality of Browning No 34
OF SASKATCHEWAN
Notice is hereby given under The Tax Enforcement Act that unless the arrears and costs appearing opposite the land described in the following list are fully paid before the 17th day of June, 2025, a tax lien will be registered against the land.
NOTE:
A sum for costs in the amount of $20.00 per parcel (as required by subsection 4 (3) of The Tax Enforcement Act) is included in
Jessica Cooper recently received a bronze medal for public speaking during a competition in Saskatoon.
Photo courtesy J. Cooper
Cannington MLA Daryl Harrison. File photo A13 » BRONZE
The story behind the band The Ugly Strippers of Oxbow
By Paul Kimball
The Ugly Strippers
Just what in the world are they?
Surprisingly, they are a music band based out of Oxbow. They have been around since 2023 and consist of five members. Corey Hill is their singer, Quince Boutin and Erin Brown play guitars, Sean Brown is the bass player and Jason Junk is the drummer. All these musicians, with the exception of Quince, have music in their family history. Jason’s dad was in a band called the Bow Valley Playboys. Even racy band names run in the family.
So, The Ugly Strippers, so far, are not what you think.
But if you heard that they were playing at a venue near you, you might be a little hesitant to take in a show and even more wary about taking your kids. Perhaps you envision five guys playing and singing, maybe doing their thing
with no shirts or doffing more and more clothing as the show went on.
Well, none of that happens. These are all family guys and Erin is Sean’s dad, after all. That just wouldn’t be right.
Contrary to first impressions, The Ugly Strippers are not an ‘uncovered’ band. In fact, they are a cover band, playing music from established artists ranging from the 1970s right up until today. None of their music are songs that The Ugly Strippers have written.
So…why the name? How did they come up with it?
Originally the band was called C.Hill & The Gang The ‘C.Hill’ part came from their singer and ‘The Gang’ were the rest of the band members. It was meant to be a play on words – Chill & The Gang – stemming from a popular band called Kool & The Gang, a rhythm and blues band that has been around since 1964. C.Hill
& The Gang played a handful of times in the beginning, often as a warmup act to more established bands.
In the early days, one of the original members left and in time, became part of another band called The Leftovers. One day, Corey and Erin were reflecting on how their band member had left and had become a Leftover and Corey remarked that leftovers meant being second-best and wondered what that made C.Hill & The Gang? He jokingly said that made him feel like an ugly stripper. Erin had one of those ‘AHA moments’ and said, “That’s it…let’s call ourselves The Ugly Strippers.”
The name stuck. It drew attention to the band, sometimes for the wrong reasons, but it opened up more opportunities to perform. They now play 15 to 20 times a year, which keep five non-stripping family guys with careers pretty busy.
Bronze medal winner
« A12 Cooper received bronze at the competition.
“The results weren’t announced right away. I waited for hours being hopefully optimistic. I was proud of how I did and hoped to achieve the top three. I was so excited when my name was called. It
was such a huge moment,” said Cooper.
Receiving bronze made Cooper want to work harder next year.
“Looking back, I could have done better; this only makes me want to join again next year, and hopefully get to nationals,” said Cooper.
NOTICE OF ANNUALGENERAL MEETING
For allmembers of AdvantageCo-operative AssociationLtd. RedversLegionHall • Monday,April 28th,2025 Meeting: 6:30 p.m. Agenda Itemsincluded.
•Directors’ Report
•GeneralManager’s Report
•FCL Delegate’s Report
•Auditor’s &Financial Report
•AppointmentofAuditors
•ElectionofDirectors
-Three 3YearTerms
-Vacancy-One 1YearTerm
-Vacancy One(2) Year Term
•- Memberswho wish to be nominatedfor thepositionofdirector of theCo-operativemustdeliver nominationpaperstothe nominating committeeatleast14daysbeforethe AGM(April14).Ifyou have a passion abouthavinga sayinthe AdvantageCo-op,pickupa Nomination Formtoday!! Papers can bepickedupatthe administration office.
•You have theabilitytoparticipate in thedemocraticprocessatour Annual GeneralMeeting, which includesaskingquestions andvotingonproposedbylaw changes.
•The BoardofDirectorsare recommendingthe following Policychanges that arehighlighted in red.
3.02 Approval of Membership;becominga member of theCo-operative Motion to amend3.02ofthe AdvantageCo-operativeAssociationLTD by lawApprovalofMembership. No person maybecome amemberofthe Co-operative unlessthatpersonhas submitteda written or electronic application forthe membership in aformauthorizedbythe Board, anduntil thesaidapplicationhas been approved by theBoard or by acommittee.
VI DIRECTORS Qualifications of Directors
6.01 In addition to the circumstances setout in theAct and theregulations whichanindividualisNOT eligible to be adirector,and an individual shall not be eligible to remaina director of theCo-operative if thatindividual: Hasnot transacted at least$5,000 in business with theCo-operativeinthe precedingfiscal year of the Co-operative; Does notresideinthe tradingareaofthe Co-operative; Hasnot been amemberofthe Co-operative foratleastone year before beingelected as director;
Is an employee of theCo-operativeorthe spouse,common-lawspouse, child,sister, brother, parent or in-law of an employee of theCo-operative in direct supervision.
Is aspouse, common-lawspouse, child,sister, brother, parent or in-law of adirector of theCo-operative.
Is an individual having an accountwiththe Co-operative whichisoverthree months old.
Former employee of theCo-operativenot less than 5years removedfromemployment
Former employee whowas terminated from theposition Must be willingtosubmitcriminalrecordcheck as required as an SLGA permit holder Respect-Positive
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The not-so-ugly-non-stripping Ugly Strippers from left to right - Quince Boutin, Sean Brown, Corey Hill, Jason Junk and Erin Brown. Photo courtesy of Corey Hill
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