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fundraising dinner Mike McDonald (left) and Irvin Penner welcomed the opportunity to share food and stories of hope at the YUGO Ministries fundraising supper at the Brian King Centre in Warman on Friday, April 25. Perogies and cream gravy, sausage and desserts were enjoyed by the nearly 150 in attendance. Irvin Penner, originally from Dalmeny but now serving full time in Mexico with YUGO Ministries, shared some of the challenges and the triumphs of his missionary work. His daugh-

ter Leah Penner and his co-worker Mike McDonald shared their stories of how their missionary work in and near Tijuana, Mexico is feeding the hungry, visiting those in prison, building homes for the needy, and training pastors to lead their own congregations.

Those in attendance were generous in their support of this work, both in finances and in prayer. For those who missed the opportunity, donations can be forwarded to YUGO Ministries, PO Box 231, St Albert, AB T8N 1N3. (Photo submitted by Barb Sharp)

Money in coat pocket returned after thrift store donation

By TERRY PUGH

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Staff at a Saskatoon thrift store were shocked to discover an envelope full of a “substantial” amount of cash in the pocket of a donated coat.

But the elderly gentleman who donated the coat, along with the rest of his late wife’s clothing to the store, was even more shocked to have it all returned to him the same day.

Marcel Janzen, Manager of the Worldserve Thrift Store on Circle Drive in Saskatoon, said he’s happy the store was able to bring a ray of sunshine into the elderly man’s life.

“He lost his wife two years ago,” said Janzen. “And he saw an article about our store recently and decided that because it was a Christian ministry that operated it, that it would make good use of her

clothing.”

Janzen said the store staff picked up the donated clothing from the man’s house on Wednesday, April 30.

“All the clothing was in his late wife’s room,” said Janzen.

“None of the items had been touched for two years. It was all still on hangers. We put it all in our van and took it back to the store.”

As a matter of course, the staff went through the pockets of the clothing to check for bits of paper, gum and other items.

“Our assistant manager came across a windbreaker that had a package in one of the pockets,” said Janzen.

“She was very surprised to find a large sum of money in the package. Since we knew where it came from, we immediately called the donor and

told him about it, although we didn’t say exactly how much there was.”

When the elderly man came down to the store, he was flabbergasted to learn how big the sum actually was. Janzen doesn’t want the amount disclosed to the public, but did say the cash was counted out in several “crisp one-hundred dollar bills.”

The envelope had apparently been in the pocket since 2009, and the elderly man had no idea where it came from or why it would be there.

“But he was overjoyed to have it returned to him,” said Janzen. “He’s having a difficult time financially. He’s getting up in years and he should be retired. He works part-time trying to make ends meet, so this is almost heaven-sent.”

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The group ‘the Dazzling Divas’ are participating in their 6th Relay for Life at Saskatoon’s Diefenbaker Park on Friday, June 13.

This event raises funds for the Canadian Cancer Society.

All money raised goes towards creating a world where no Canadian fears cancer. The Cancer Society is relentless in the areas of research, support, prevention and advocacy.

The relay begins with the Survivors walk at 7 pm, where Cancer survivors, those fighting the disease and their caregivers are honored.

The teams then spend the next 12 hours walking the track and taking part in a number of other activities planned for the night.

Every participant is there to celebrate the survivors, remember those that lost their fight and support those who continue to fight back.

The Canadian Cancer Society has roots in Saskatchewan that started well over 70 years ago and has a long national history in making a real difference in the fight against cancer. No other cancer organi-

zation has offices in communities across Saskatchewan, a volunteer base of thousands, the credibility that comes from positions based on solid research and the Society’s ability to shape public debate about cancer.

The Divas are a group of 10 very committed women from Dalmeny, Martensville and Warman, who are proud to be part of this event.

They raise funds through pledges and a couple of fundraising events. Their first event this year was a very successful steak night held at The Legends in Warman. The second event is their annual Garage/food Sale in Dalmeny on Saturday May 10 at 312 Cedar Ave. Come and check out the ‘special treasures’, lots of baking, chili and a bun lunch, and also the fresh homemade donuts.

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“I would like to thank my constituents very much for their continued encouragement,” Wyant said. “It is very humbling to have that support and I will work hard to keep it.”

Wyant completed his Bachelor of Arts degree with distinction in 1985, and graduated from the College of Law at the University of Saskatchewan in 1986. Shortly after convocation, Wyant began practicing law with the firm McKercher LLP, where he became partner and practiced until 2012. He received his Queen’s Counsel designation in 2009.

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Raising the roof Langham students build a home for four families

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By TERRY PUGH

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Students at Langham’s Walter W. Brown High School are helping four families build a future based on home ownership thanks to the “da Vinci Project”, Prairie Spirit School Division’s (PSSD) new approach aimed at providing authentic, real-world learning opportunities.

A sod-turning ceremony for the multi-family four-plex project by Habitat For Humanity was held on Friday, May 2 at the site in Saskatoon.

The two-storey building contains four separate three bedroom units with each approximately 1,200 square feet in size with fully developed basements.

The four-plex, which should should be complete by this fall, is situated one block south of 22nd Street at 119 Avenue S South. The infill residence project also involves Prairie Spirit School Division (PSSD), the City of Saskatoon and the Government of Saskatchewan and will provide affordable housing and help assist in revitalizing one of the city’s core neighbourhoods.

For the Grade 10, 11 and 12 students of Walter W. Brown, though, it’s also an exciting educational project designed to teach practical, hands-on skills and will prepare them for life after high school as well as give them the taste of a possible career choice following graduation.

“This project is the first partnership we’ve had with Prairie Spirit School Division,” said Habitat For Humanity CEO Barb Cox-Lloyd at the ceremony. “We’re really excited to start construction of this fourunit home. Since the beginning of September 2013, these students have been working on building four modules that will be transported to this site and placed on a foundation.

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Madison Sage, Leah Daum, Tyler Badham, Kristin Wall, Christian Zacharias and Rachel Neufeld were among the students who took part in the ceremony tion to complete this build will result in four families having the opportunity to have some ownership.”

PSSD Board Chair Larry Pavloff said the 16 students in the construction program at the school put in countless hours building the four modules over the winter on the school’s property.

“These kids know what it’s like to work outside in minus 20 degree cold,” said Pavloff. “They’re used to working outside and they know how to dress for the weather.”

He noted other students at the school are also involved in the project.

The Industrial Arts 30 class is building the kitchen cabinets and bathroom vanities for these units. Grade 7 and 8 students are building garden sheds, birdhouses and dog houses from scrap material from the four-plex build. These products wil either be sold at the Habitat For Humanity ReStore outlet or

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“Our students are highly engaged and are demonstrating leadership and teamwork,” Pavloff explained. “Everyone is very proud of the quality of work (the students) are producing. They start with nothing and when they see what they can accomplish, it makes them feel real proud.”

School principal Michael Neufeld said the four modules will be moved into Saskatoon once the foundation is ready, likely by mid-June. He added the modules are already framed with wiring, plumbing and HVAC systems in the final stages. Insulating and drywalling will also be done in the next few weeks.

The four modules make up the main floor while the second storey and basement levels will be built on-site in Saskatoon. Students will travel from Langham periodically to

help the Habitat For Humanity crews with that work.

Neufeld said the this project marks the beginning of more partnership efforts between the school and Habitat For Humanity.

“We have a long-term contract with Habitat For Humanity and we will continue to do this as long as we can into the future,” he stated. “It’s very exciting.”

Doug Tarasoff, a journeyman carpenter and retired teacher with PSSD, has been overseeing the project at the school. He said the students have been enthusiastic and willing to learn new skills.

“I can’t say enough good things about these kids.

They’re a great group.”

According to Tarasoff, the first lesson the students learn in the program is how to work safely.

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Province adds more funding

The Saskatchewan Water Security Agency (SWSA) is recommending the Canadian National Railway (CNR) upgrade its infrastructure through its rail line upstream of Highway 305.

According to RM of Corman Park council documents, the SWSA sent a letter regarding drainage control regulations and natural water flow to the CNR determining that the rail line is the controlling point and is limiting the natural flow of water.

The SWSA has been working with the Ministry of Highways and Infrastructure following consecutive years of flooding to improve culvert capacities and manage natural flows.

In 2013, the SWSA requested the highways ministry to upgrade its infrastructure because one 600 mm culvert was not managing natural flows and, as a result, water backed up into rural residents yard sites to the north and then spilled east into the City of

Warman.

As a result, the highways ministry added two 600mm culverts under the old Highway 305 to equalize levels on each side of the highway.

However, flows are still restricted at the CN rail line.

At the April 22 RM of Corman Park council meeting a letter between the CNR and SWSA was accepted as information, but some councillors were not shy about expressing their happiness about SWSA’s request.

Division 6 Councillor Bas Frose-Kooijenga said SWSA’s request was welcome news and that it was about time that this issue was addressed with CNR. Over the years, the RM of Corman Park, Town of Osler, City of Martensville and the City of Warman have jointly written the CNR regarding its infrastructure downstream of Highway 305.

The SWSA has requested that the CNR upgrade its infrastructure through its rail line at this location to equal or exceed the capacity immediately upstream under Highway 305.

Three men arrested after chase in Asquith Three men are facing firearms-related charges following a high-speed chase in Asquith on Tuesday, April 29.

The men, ranging in age from 19 to 22, were slated to appear in provincial court in Saskatoon on Wednesday, April 30.

On Tuesday, April 29, members of the Saskatoon Integrated Drug Enforcement Street Team (SIDEST) received information that a man was in possession of firearms and was believed to be in Asquith.

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Junior boot camp seeks to draw youth toward careers in firefighting

By TERRY PUGH

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About a dozen Dalmeny high school students will be suiting up to learn what it takes to be a firefighter and first responder later this month.

A two-day “junior boot camp” for Grades 10 through 12 students is slated for the Dalmeny Fire Hall May 28 and 29. Over the course of the camp, the youth will get hands-on training in all the tools of the firefighters trade, including fire hoses, ropes, fire extinguishers, first aid equipment and breathing apparatus.

It’s an innovative program aimed at introducing young people to the challenges and rewards of a volunteer firefighters’ life, according to Dalmeny Firefighter Ed Finch, one of the organizers of the junior boot camp.

“It’s the first time we’ve done something like this, and we’re pretty excited about it,” said Finch in an interview at the Dalmeny Fire and Rescue annual fundraising pancake breakfast on Saturday, May 3. “It’s a real hands-on experience in all aspects of what a firefighter and first responder does.”

Finch said the goal of the program is to encourage youth to consider a career in firefighting after they graduate from high school. That could mean a full-time career, or it could mean serving as a part-time volunteer professional firefighter in a rural community.

“Almost every community across the province has seen

a decline in the number of volunteers stepping forward to fill the ranks of the fire departments and first responders,” said Finch. “So if we can get them fresh out of school, and if they continue to live in our community, they’ll be more interested in joining because they’ll know what it’s all about.

“They’ll have had a taste of the adventure, and hopefully they’ll want to give something back to the community where they grew up.”

The firefighters will be making their pitch to the students in the coming weeks through presentations at Dalmeny High School. Students can apply to

Dalmeny Fire and Rescue members Thomas and Mary Baxter are the proud parents of nine-day-old baby girl Olive Baxter.

Thomas Baxter has been a member of the department for 10 years, and Mary has been a member for five years. They are one of several married couples who are dedicated members of the community’s fire and rescue team.

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Music teacher uses innovative methods to help students develop passion for music

By JAMES TARRANT james@ccgazette.ca

As a music education teacher, Monika Mackenzie is not shy about expressing her love of music, but she is also an advocate in helping students understand what opportunities are available through the ancient art form.

This semester makes it 15 years that Mackenzie taught music at Clavet High School.

Mackenzie was responsible for reintroducing music to the school in 1999, when it was part of the Saskatoon East School Division.

As a band director for the Prairie Spirit School Division (East) Mackenzie teaches music to 200 students enrolled in the band program in several com-

munities including Aberdeen, Allan, Clavet, Colonsay, Dundurn, Hanley and South Corman Park.

Growing up in Vancouver, Mackenzie knew early on that music would play a important in her life.

She started playing piano at an early age and was involved with music programs where it was instrumental, choral or musical theatre.

Mackenzie never truly appreciated the impact music played in the world until she joined a community marching band when she was a teenager.

The touring and marching concert band took Mackenzie to prestigious events including the Tournament of Roses and Rose Bowl Parade in California. She also performed with

the group for Queen Elizabeth, Princess Diana, Pope John Paul II, the World Fair Expo in Vancouver in 1986 and BC Lions football games.

In 2010 her concert band received an invite to the National Music Festival.

Although Mackenzie has a structured music program at schools she teaches where students learn on traditional concert band instruments and classical repertoire based on the PSSD’s curriculum.

She also thinks it is important for students find their own voice through music no matter what genre that may be.

Mackenzie has put together an extra curricular “rock band” style program this

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Saskatoon RCMP detachment report Saskatoon RCMP calls for service The Saskatoon RCMP Detachment serves the rural area south and east of Saskatoon, with detachment offices in the communities of Saskatoon, Colonsay, Hanley, Vonda and Whitecap First Nation.

ABOUT THIS REPORT

This column is an incomplete list of calls for service received by the Saskatoon RCMPGRC during the noted dates. It is only an excerpt of the calls taken. This column is submitted purely for your interest, education and reading enjoyment.

Any questions, comments or concerns should be directed to the Saskatoon RCMP-GRC.

Summary of Calls for Service April 26-May 2

- Complaint of theft from a business in the RM of Colonsay.

- Call of motorcycles driving erratically in Dundurn.

- In The RM of Corman Park, a complaint of a loud party was received.

- A motor vehicle rollover in the RM of Blucher. Minor injuries.

- Complaint of of erratic driving in the RM of Corman Park.

- Erratic drivers on Highway 11, south of Hanley.

- A call about gunshots heard in the RM of Aberdeen.

- A complaint of a suspicious male at a business in the RM of Blucher.

- Complaint of assault in Beaver Creek.

- Call to assist person with obtaining medical information.

- Suspicious person walking in a field in Clavet.

- Complaint of a dead deer on the highway.

- Complaint of an ATV driving around in Dundurn.

- Erratic driving complaint in Vonda.

- Call in regards to ATVs and vehicles driving on a road, causing ruts in the road near Bradwell.

- A 911 hang up in RM of Corman Park. Accidental call.

- Complaint of a driver passing when unsafe on Highway 5 near Saskatoon.

- A call to assist a towing company with a call of a person stuck in a field.

- Domestic dispute complaint on the Whitecap First Nation.

- 911 hang up call. All okay.

- Erratic driver on Highway 41 near Aberdeen.

- Complaint at a location on Grasswood of a person spinning their tires and causing mud to fly at a vehicle.

- 911 call, kids playing with the phone.

- Complaint of an impaired driver on Highway 219. One male arrested and charged with Impaired driving.

- 911 misdial. No emergency.

- Motor vehicle collision in the RM of Blucher. No injuries.

- 911 misdial at a residence south of Saskatoon. No emergency.

- False Alarm at a business in Corman Park.

- Work place injury at a business near Elstow.

- Motor vehicle collision on Highway 11 South of Hanley.

No injuries.

- A vehicle in the ditch on Highway 11 South of Hanley.

No injuries.

- Another complaint of a vehicle in the ditch on Highway 11.

South of Dundurn. No injuries.

- Complaint of a vehicle in the ditch on Highway 15. No injuries.

- A false alarm at a residence in Riverside Estates.

- Possession of stolen property complaint in Dundurn.

- Complaint of a Semi blocking

the road on Highway 5.

- 911 call in regards to a speeding vehicle on Highway 5.

- Complaint of a suspicious person in Aberdeen.

- 911 call at Sunset Estates. No emergency.

- A call about a vehicle driving dangerously on highway 41.

- Complaint of Mischief to a vehicle in Aberdeen.

- Theft from a vehicle in Aberdeen.

- Theft from a vehicle in Aberdeen.

- Another theft from a vehicle in Aberdeen.

- A Mental Health related call from a residence in Dundurn.

- Complaint of a vehicle in the ditch on Highway 219. Police attended and found an impaired driver in the vehicle. The driver was arrested and charged.

- Semi in the ditch on Highway 11 near Kenaston.

- Complaint of erratic driving

in Bradwell.

- 911 Misdial from a residence in the RM of Corman Park.

- A complaint of an abandoned vehicle near Hanley.

- Mischief complaint in Furdale, mailboxes being damaged.

- Complaint of a possible impaired driver on Highway 16 near Elstow.

- Suspicious vehicle in Aberdeen.

- Complaint of a break and enter in Aberdeen.

- Speeding vehicle call on Highway 11 near Hanley.

- A complaint of theft in Prud’homme.

- Complaint of an abandon vehicle on Highway 11.

- A motor vehicle collision on highway 16 east of Elsow. No injuries.

- Impaired driver complaint in Hanley. One male arrested and charged with offences.

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- 911 complaint in the RM of Blucher. Kids playing with the phone.

- On Highway 16 near Saskatoon, a complaint of an erratic driver.

- False alarm at a business on Grasswood.

- A non-suspicious sudden death call in the RM of Corman Park.

- 911 hangup call. No emergency.

- Complaint of a vehicle stuck on Clarkboro Ferry crossing.

- Trespass at night complaint in Hanley. Complainant heard people outside bedroom window.

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- Erratic driver on Highway 5.

- 911 complaint. Kids playing with the phone.

- Breach of the peace complaint in Allan.

- Call to assist with removal of personal property.

- Complaint of a gravel truck with an unsecure load on Highway 5.

- Erratic driver in Aberdeen.

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Object thrown at passing vehicle on Highway 11 tigation into this matter is ongoing.

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THREW OBJECT AT CAR

On May 3 at 11:00 p.m. police received a complaint from a 54-year-old female from Hague, that as she was driving on the highway, a male dressed in dark clothing threw a reflective triangle at her vehicle as she was driving by. Police attended the location and located the male who was attempting to hitch hike back to Duck Lake.

The 23-year-old male from Beardy’s First Nation was given a ride back to a family member’s residence in Saskatoon.

There were no injuries reported. The male was not charged.

VEHICLE HITS THE DITCH

On April 29 at 7:15 a.m. police received a complaint of a single-vehicle accident on Highway 12 between Saskatoon and Martensville. Police attended and found the vehicle was driveable once it was pulled out of the ditch. The 28-year-old female driver of the vehicle was not injured. Alcohol was not a factor in the accident.

HIGHWAY 14 COLLISION

On April 29 at 11:40 a.m. police received a complaint of a two vehicle collision on Highway 14 near Range Road 3073.

Police attended and found that a vehicle had left the stop sign before it was safe to do so and was struck by a second vehicle. A 51-year-old female from Saskatoon was charged with proceeding from a stop sign before safe to do so. A 62-year-old male from Asquith received minor injuries in the collision.

PARKING LOT COLLISION

On April 29 at 3:40 p.m. police received a complaint of a minor collision in the parking lot of Warman High School.

The 23-year-old driver of the car reported she was leaving the school parking lot when she was rear-ended by the vehicle following her. The 23-year-old and her 16-year-old passenger received minor injuries. Inves-

On April 30 at 2:20 a.m. police received a report of a fire at a residence in the Corman Park RM. Police attended along with the Fire Department. The fire was not suspicious and was found to be caused due to an electrical problem. The 63-yearold owner of the home was woken up by his dog barking alarming him to the fire. He was not injured. The house received smoke damage.

HIT AND RUN

On April 30 at 9:00 a.m. police received a report of a hit and run at a business in Martensville. The owner of the vehicle reports that her vehicle was hit while it was parked behind the business. The vehicle received minor damage. Investigation into this matter is ongoing.

BUILDING BIKE JUMPS

On April 30 at 7:45 p.m. police received a complaint of people at the Valley Manor school grounds digging up dirt and making mounds. Police attended and found that the youths had permission to build jumping mounds at the school.

STOLEN TRUCK

On May 2 at 7:00 a.m. police received a report of a stolen vehicle from a chemical company lot near Langham. Suspects entered the fenced enclosure

and stole a truck, damaging the fence around the property as they left. Investigation into this matter is ongoing.

VALLEY MANOR MISCHIEF

On May 2 at 11:15 p.m. police received a complaint of youths causing mischief near the Valley Manor School in Martensville. The complainant reports that the youths were tying ropes across the stop signs on the street. Police patrolled the area but were unable to locate any suspects. Investigation into this matter is ongoing.

ANOTHER GRASSFIRE

On May 3 at 2:30 p.m. police received a complaint of a small grass fire at a residence in the Corman Park area. The fire department was able to extinguish the fire. The cause of the fire was not suspicious. It was possibly started by a stray ember from the burning barrel on the yard. There were no injuries reported.

DRUNK AND DISORIENTED

On April 29 at 8:20 p.m. police received a complaint of a disoriented female on Centennial Drive in Martensville. Police attended and located a 31-yearold female who was intoxicated.

She was arrested and lodged in police cells. She was charged with being intoxicated in public. She was not injured.

MARTENSVILLE ASSAULT

On May 1 at 6:10 p.m. police received a complaint of an assault in Martensville. The 20-year-old female reported that she was assaulted by a 16-yearold female acquaintance. The assault was stopped by a witness at the location. There were no charges and no one was injured.

FIRE PROTECTION The Rural Municipality of Corman Park No. 344 Reminds all property owners that the cost of fighting fires on personal property is the responsibility of the property owner. Fire fighting costs can easily exceed $20,000 when a rapidly spreading fire is being fought.

The Rural Municipality of Corman Park No. 344 strongly recommends that all ratepayers obtain adequate fire fighting insurance. Please check with your insurance agent to determine if your current fire insurance covers the cost of fighting fires. Coverage should include cost of suppressing the fire (cost of trucks, labour, etc.) as well as loss of property.

For questions about fire fighting rates please contact our office at (306) 242-9303 or email rm344@rmcormanpark.ca

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On April 28 at 7:15 p.m. police received a complaint of a suspicious person at a business in the rural area of Warman, walking up and down the train tracks while carrying a packpack. Police attended and spoke with the 50-year-old male from Warman who advised that he had parked his car at that location and was out taking pictures of trains. The backpack was a camera bag. There were no charges on this matter.

ASSESSMENT ROLL 2014 R.M. of Vanscoy No. 345

Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll of the Rural Municipality of Vanscoy No. 345 for the year 2014 has been prepared and is open to inspection at the office of the assessor from 9:00 a.m. to noon and 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. on the following days: Monday to Friday: May 9, 2014 to June 10, 2014.

A Bylaw pursuant to Section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required. Any person who wishes to appeal against his or her assessment is required to file his or her notice of appeal, accompanied by a $75.00 appeal fee which will be returned if the appeal is successful, with: The Assessor Rural Municipality of Vancoy No. 345, Box 187 Vanscoy, Saskatchewan, S0L 3J0 by the 10th day of June, 2014.

Dated this 9th day of May, 2014.

Shawn Antosh, Assessor

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Krawetz changed the face of rural politics

Dangerous work

Change does not come easy for politicians; nor does it come easy for the people that elected them.

By WES PAYNE and TROY WINTERS

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Thirty years after the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) national health and safety committee first proposed the Day of Mourning, workers are seeing some significant setbacks.

The most blatant assault is happening in the federal sector. A recently-passed piece of legislation by the Harper government; omnibus budget Bill C-4; reduced workers’ protections and changed the definition of danger to make refusing dangerous work confusing for workers.

CUPE has heard reports of employers telling workers that they no longer have the right to refuse as a result of the new legislation. This is both factually wrong and dangerous. All workers, regardless of their jurisdiction, still have the right to refuse dangerous work.

Among other changes, the words “imminent or serious threat” were added to the definition of danger, which implies that workers are not entitled to protection from hazards that could cause them illness in the future.

It is still unclear whether the new definition of danger will lead to a modified interpretation of the right to refuse by health and safety inspectors or the Minister of Labour. The government maintains that this new definition does not reduce worker’s rights, but some employers are obviously interpreting the changes to the legislation differently.

Regardless of the finer points of legal interpretation, the law still allows workers to refuse dangerous work. Workers ought to remember one simple standard to assess a potentially dangerous situation: if you don’t feel safe performing a task, you should not perform it until your concerns have been addressed.

“We’re just appalled that the Harper government finds it acceptable to create confusion around something as basic as workplace health and safety,” said CUPE National President Paul Moist. “There is absolutely no good reason to impose these changes. And for us to receive these reports as we mark the 30th anniversary of the Day of Mourning just adds insult to injury.”

It was CUPE’s National Health and Safety Committee that, in 1984, first proposed the Day of Mourning. Since then, on April 28, CUPE members and workers around the world pause to remember those that have been injured, made ill, or killed because they went to work.

Every year, CUPE locals and divisions organize memorial events across the country to honour those workers and to strengthen their resolve to fight for the living.

In 2012, the most recent figures available, there were 977 reported workplace related deaths in Canada. This number only represents those accepted by various workers compensation boards across the nation and generally do not reflect many illnesses contracted as a result of workplace exposure to hazardous materials. The real number is certainly much higher.

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To retire from politics is never an easy decision. Dedicating one’s best years to the fishbowl world of public service requires a special resolve and commitment. It’s not easy to walk away from that.

But change does not necessarily come easy for voters, either, who have to trust that the person they elect will truly be an effective, honest, hard-working representative in sync with their needs and views.

Many rural voters are now losing those effective voices.

Consider the solid representation Melville-Saltcoats voters have received from former agriculture minister Bob Bjornerud, who will retire after the next general election.

Similarly, Wood River voters will lose Yogi Huyghebaert. And Melfort voters lost former finance minister Rod Gantefoer to retirement after the 2011 election.

Now, Canora-Pelly voters

will face the same dilemma as current Finance and Deputy Premier Ken Krawetz, the only MLA this 19-year-old riding has ever had, has announced his retirement.

However, the significance of Krawetz’s departure after the next election; likely to be held in April 2016; actually goes beyond the loss of one influential MLA in one particular seat. Krawetz’s political career has very much represented the transformation of Saskatchewan politics, especially in rural Saskatchewan.

First elected in 1995 as a Liberal MLA by a meagre 66 votes, Krawetz’s initial entry into the legislature represented a major transition.

Liberals, especially rural Liberals, had become all but extinct in this province. In fact, the division for the two decades prior was very clear, with the Progressive Conservatives dominating most rural regions and the NDP dominating most of the urban seats.

But with the incompetence and debt that accompanied the Grant Devine government prior to the 1991 election and with former PC MLA fraud trials in the news going into the 1995 election, voters were clearly looking for something different.

Yet, while trust in the PCs bottomed out, rural voters

were equally untrusting of the NDP government that closed 52 rural hospitals in 1993. Notwithstanding his candidacy in a seat in the middle of what was once known as “red square;” the last NDP bastion in rural Saskatchewan consisting of the seats around Yorkton; Krawetz’s win in Canora-Pelly represented a major change.

That Canora-Pelly voters were willing to take a chance on the former educator and businessman as a Liberal said much. But that they would be more than willing to forgive him for leaving the Liberal ranks and joining Progressive Conservatives to form the Saskatchewan Party just two years later said even more.

After two years of upheaval under leaders Lynda Haverstock and Jim Melenchuk, it became obvious that divided opposition ranks would never unseat the still-powerful NDP. So along with Kelvington-Wadena’s June Draude, Gantefoer and Bjornerud, Krawetz joined PC MLAs Bill Boyd, Dan D’Autremont, Don Toth and Ben Heppner to form the Sask. Party in August 1997.

In fact, Krawetz became the interim opposition leader, realizing a dream of leading a political party that had eluded him a year earlier when he lost to Me-

lenchuk for the Liberal leadership.

To suggest it was a huge gamble for Krawetz to jump ship from the party in which voters elected him is a huge understatement. But Canora-Pelly voters understood his reasoning and shared his vision, rewarding him with a 2,000-plus vote win in 1999.

Voters also re-elected him in 2003 and in 2007 when the Sask.

Party was rewarded with government. Krawetz became education minister and Deputy Leader. He was further rewarded with another re-election in 2011 and the finance portfolio.

Canora-Pelly voters are losing more than a solid, effective representative. They are losing someone who, in many ways, has changed the face of Saskatchewan’s politics.

Correction

The recital for the Ukrainian Dance club, Sonia’s School of Dance, is being held Thursday, May 15 at the Royal Canadian Legion Hall in Saskatoon. An incorrect date appeared in last week’s editon of the Gazette. *** The City of Saskatoon is organizing the North Central Mutual Aid Agreement meeting. Incorrect information appeared in the May 1 edition of the Clark’s Crossing Gazette.

Internet hot spots have no purpose in Canada’s national parks One of the special memories I remember as a kid was camping. There was nothing like standing around a camp fire watching my marshmallow catch on fire, seeing how far I could skip rocks on the lake or race my bike on some dirt roads with my cousins and friends to see who could make the longest skid mark in the dirt.

I plan on taking my kids camping this summer, I haven’t decided where yet, but it’s going to be somewhere where we can wake to morning birds, or teach my kids about things about nature or just talk in general.

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Talking to each other seems to be a method of communication that is becoming a foreign concept in the world of the iPhone or smart phones.

I know smart phones are addictive and I admit I too have to learn to put the phone away sometimes.

We live in a generation of total convenience. Today you

can send an email, check out NHL games on a sport app and read a novel all in the time it takes to bat an eye.

Maybe not that fast, but my point is: do we need wireless access in places that were established to get away from our technological conveniences?

Not according to the federal government.

It was recently announced that Parks Canada is requesting tenders from contractors to install internet access points at 150 locations. Do we really need this?

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folio, but they were the last untapped location on the planet that internet providers and corporations haven’t saturated.

It was a restricted zone, a no mans land, but now when it comes to telling ghost stories around an open fire everyone will turn into thumb flaying zombies where LED lights will light up the camp sites instead of firelight.

Now the federal bureaucrats try to say that visitors want better wi-fi to be able to stay in touch with work, friends and family, stay up to date on the news and connect with social media, which

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begs the question. Why do you need to surf the web while camping? It makes no sense to me.

Parks Canada has admitted it expects to offer the service free of charge in some locations, but it will charge a fee in some cases, such as where the cost is excessive or the location particularly remote.

What this really means is that they are going to do a trial run in these free locations and if it is popular it will result in an extra fee Parks Canada can charge for campsites across the board.

The government is not going to invest in something

and not get a return. That’s just silly.

But let’s call it what it is.

Going camping to me always meant leaving the TV, computer, iPhones and gaming systems behind in favour of important things like family bonding time.

It’s kind of like what families are forced to do when the power goes out. For some strange reason we tend to find out things about ourselves that we never knew.

Antisocial interaction is a inconvenient truth about technology. Do we really want to promote that in our national parks?

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NOTICE Public notice is hereby given that the Council of the Town of Aberdeen intends to consider the adoption of a bylaw under The Planning and Development Act, 2007 to adopt a new Official Community Plan.

INTENT The proposed bylaw establishes municipal land use policies including, but not limited to, the following subjects: Residential: Existing and future residential development areas, residential lot supply, residential densities, home based businesses, affordable and alternative housing, walkability and neighbourhood design.

Commercial & Economic Development: Attraction of investment and economic growth within Aberdeen, the design of visually appealing commercial districts, enhancement of the commercial core area, and provision for attractive highway commercial corridors.

Industrial: Attraction of new industrial opportunities in Aberdeen, identification of appropriate land for industrial development, visually appealing industrial areas, buffer zones between incompatible land uses, and industrial servicing capacity.

Transportation, Infrastructure & Municipal Services: Ensuring connectivity and traffic safety for all users, promoting land use and development patterns that encourage non-motorized transportation, and optimizing use of existing municipal infrastructure.

Community Services, Amenities & Dedicated Lands: The development and enhancement of recreational and other community services, coordination and integration of community facilities where appropriate, recognition and conservation of the surrounding natural areas, and provision for municipal reserve land.

Biophysical Constraints on Development: Regulation of development on and near hazard lands, including environmental sensitivity, contamination, and flood hazard areas.

sources within the Town, including obtaining heritage designations.

Implementation: Policies regarding implementation of the Official Community Plan and the implementation tools that will or may be used for same, including the Zoning Bylaw, subdivision application review, dedication of lands, municipal land banking, land exchange and purchase, the use of a Building Bylaw, the use of Development Levies and Servicing Fees, and provisions for concept plans.

The Official Community Plan also contains a Future Land Use Concept map (pictured below) which graphically displays, in a conceptual manner, the present and intended future location and extent of general land uses in and surrounding the Town. This map will assist in the application of general goals, objectives and policies of the Official Community Plan. The policies in the Official Community Plan will be implemented primarily through administration of the Town’s new Zoning Bylaw.

YOUR PROPERTY MAY BE DIRECTLY AFFECTED BY PROVISIONS IN THE NEW OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN. PLEASE CHECK THE FULL VERSION OF THE BYLAW, AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW OR PURCHASE AT THE TOWN OFFICE OR FOR REVIEW AND DOWNLOAD FROM THE FOLLOWING WEBSITE:

www.crosbyhanna.ca/downloads AFFECTED LAND All land within the Town of Aberdeen as shown on the Future Land Use Concept contained in this notice is affected by the new Official Community Plan.

REASON The new Official Community Plan will help direct and manage growth and development in the Town of Aberdeen for the next fifteen to twenty years.

PUBLIC INSPECTION Any person may inspect the proposed bylaw at the Town Office, 207 Main St, Aberdeen, SK between 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays. Copies are available to persons at a cost of $30.

Intermunicipal & Interjurisdictional Cooperation: Pursuing opportunities with government to enhance services and provide innovative opportunities for the Aberdeen region, agreements under the Treaty Land Entitlement Framework Agreement, and facilitation of interjurisdictional cooperation with neighbouring municipalities, First Nations, and other stakeholders to address joint planning issues.

PUBLIC HEARING Council will hold a public hearing at 7:00 PM on June 17th, 2014, at the Community Hall, 202 2nd Ave, Aberdeen, SK, to hear any person or group that wishes to comment on the proposed bylaw. Council will also consider written comments received at the hearing or delivered to the undersigned at the Town Office before the hearAgricultural Land & Fringe Areas: Ensuring that future urban land requirements are ings. not restricted and working with the RM of Aberdeen to address concerns of mutual interest.

Issued at the Town of Aberdeen this 8th day of May, 2014.

Natural & Heritage Resources: Protection and sustainment of valuable resources within the Town such as groundwater, and the protection of important heritage re-

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Susan Thompson, Chief Administrative Officer

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NOTICE Public notice is hereby given that the Council of the Town of Aberdeen intends to consider the adoption of a bylaw under The Planning and Development Act, 2007 to adopt a new Zoning Bylaw.

INTENT / ZONING DISTRICT OBJECTIVES R1 - Low Density Residential District: To provide for residential development in the form of single detached dwellings and other compatible uses.

R2 - Medium Density Residential District: To provide for residential development in the form of single detached, semi-detached, two-unit dwellings, multiple-unit dwellings, dwelling groups, and for other compatible uses.

R3 - Small Lot Residential District: To provide for residential development in the form of single detached dwellings on narrow lots and other compatible uses.

RMH - Mobile Home Residential District: To provide for development in the form of mobile homes and associated uses.

C1 - Downtown Commercial District: To provide for development in the form of a range of downtown commercial, community centre commercial and other compatible uses.

C2 - Highway Commercial District: To provide for development in the form of a range of highway commercial and other compatible uses.

CS - Community Service District: To provide for development in the form of a range of community services and other compatible uses.

M1 - Industrial District: To provide for development in the form of a range of industrial and other compatible uses.

FUD - Future Urban Development District: To provide for public open space within Town boundaries and to limit development therein in the interest of potential future development.

The proposed Zoning Bylaw also contains updated and new general provisions that apply to development throughout the Town. Updated and new provisions include:  development permit requirements, application fees and application process;  discretionary use permit requirements, application fees, application process and

evaluation criteria;  regulations for fences; • regulations for accessory buildings and structures (including membrane covered structures, shipping containers, and secondary suites); • regulations for off street parking and loading;

• regulations for signs; • regulations for home-based businesses;  regulations and standards for adult day care facilities, bed & breakfast homes, day care centers and preschools, dwelling groups, above ground fuel storage tanks, mobile homes, mobile home courts, gas bars, parking lots, and service stations;  regulations for development on or near hazard lands;  regulations for landscaping; and  regulations for outside storage and waste material storage.

AFFECTED LAND All land within the corporate limits of the Town of Aberdeen, as shown on the Zoning District Map contained in this notice, is affected by the new Zoning Bylaw.

YOUR PROPERTY MAY BE DIRECTLY AFFECTED BY PROVISIONS IN THE NEW ZONING BYLAW. PLEASE CHECK THE FULL VERSION OF THE ZONING BYLAW, AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW OR PURCHASE AT THE TOWN OFFICE OR FOR REVIEW AND DOWNLOAD FROM THE FOLLOWING WEBSITE:

www.crosbyhanna.ca/downloads REASON The new Zoning Bylaw will help direct and manage growth and development in the Town.

PUBLIC INSPECTION Any person may inspect the proposed bylaw at the Town Office, 207 Main St, Aberdeen, SK, between 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays. Copies are available to persons at a cost of $30.

PUBLIC HEARING Council will hold a public hearing at 7:00 PM on June 17th, 2014, at the Community Hall, 202 2nd Ave, Aberdeen, SK, to hear any person or group that wishes to comment on the proposed bylaw. Council will also consider written comments received at the hearing or delivered to the undersigned at the Town Office before the hearings.

Issued at the Town of Aberdeen this 8th day of May, 2014.

Susan Thompson, Chief Administrative Officer

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Martensville Business Expo highlights commercial sector growth

A two-day trade fair in Martensville last weekend highlighted the growing number of commercial businesses in the city and the region.

Martensville Economic Development Officer Dillon Shewchuk said the event saw a larger number of businesses participate this year, and the response from the public was also encouraging.

“So far the turnout has been good,” said Shewchuk in an interview at the Business Expo during the morning of Saturday, May 3. “We had a fair number of people out on Friday evening, and I expect things to get busier in the afternoon.”

He noted that while there has been some turnover in the businesses at the exhibit, almost all the exhibitors from previous years were back again.

Shewchuk said the event offfered a number of children’s activities in an effort to attract more families. Entertainment for the younger set was provided by Beeper the Clown.

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By TERRY PUGH

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Prairie Spirit School Division Martensville Board of Education Member Bonnie Hope chats with Martensville Mayor Kent Muench during the trade show The organizers also worked The objective was to increase Public sector agencies exhibto engage more fair-goers in di- the interaction, and Shewchuk iting at the trade fair includalogue with the exhibitors by said most exhibitors were haped the City of Martensville and offering an “Expo Bingo” game. py with the result.

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lighting the way A crew from Hundseth Power Line Construction installs a decorative street lamp standard in front of Warman City Hall on Thursday, May 1, after taking down the old street lamp. The speciallyordered street lamps were installed along several blocks of Central Street, Warman’s traditional main business corridor, to highlight the heritage of the area and increase its street appeal.

You can never be over-prepared for an emergency, says Dean Brooman, Deputy Fire Chief with the Martensville Fire Department.

In an interview on Saturday, May 3 just prior to the kickoff of Emergency Preparedness Week May 4-10, Brooman said a simple emergency kit containing a family’s basic necessities should be put together ahead of time and kept in an accessible place in the home.

The kit should contain a supply of water, food, basic first aid materials, identification, cash, batteries, radio and other supplies. A full list of recommended contents are posted online by the federal government at www.getprepared.gc.ca .

“Everyone should have a basic kit,” said Brooman. “The idea is that when a disaster hits, you should be able to cope for about 72 hours. It takes some time for emergency response protocols to kick in, and the first few hours are critical in any emergency.”

Brooman said the prairies exprience severe storms in both winter and summer.

“We’ve seen things like tornadoes, plow winds, blizzards and so on that have real-

ly caused a lot of damage,” he said. “Emergency Preparedness Week is a time when we can focus attention on the issue, but really, you should be aware of the need to be prepared all year long.”

Brooman said it’s importan to have a communication plan to be able to contact family members in the event of an emergency.

“You should talk about this ahead of time, and have a designated place where everyone can meet,” he said. “This is the same idea in the event of a fire in your home.”

Brooman said people need to be aware of the location of the shut-off valves for electrical, water and other utilities in the home. He also recommended people have an updated emergency kit in their vehicle.

“You never know where you could be when something occurs,” he said. “You could be on vacation at the lake when an unexpected situation happens.”

The Canadian Red Cross says disasters are more common than most people think. In 2013, the agency helepd more than 91,000 people in response to 2,800 emergencies; an average of almost eight emergencies every day. In Saskatchewan, 2,355 people received Red Cross assistance.

Martensville appoints new Emergency Measures Organization Coordinator

TERRY PUGH | CLARK’S CROSSING GAZETTE

The City of Martensville has appointed Tracy Wilson-Gerwing, PhD as coordinator of their Emergency Measures Organization (EMO) effective April 1, 2014.

A research fellow with the Department of Pediatrics, University of Saskatchewan, Wilson-Gerwing has strong organizational and communication skills and extensive experience coordinating tasks amongst diverse groups of people towards a focusedgoal. Committed to continual learning, she will be

completing courses relating to the management of emergency operations.

Although the primary focus will be on renewal of the City’s Emergency Preparedness Plan, Wilson-Gerwing is also working towards the preparation of website pages that will provide guidelines for household preparedness and emergency kits.

Members of the community are encouraged to visit www. martensville.ca and sign up at the Notify Me-Emergency Alert Center.

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Martensville Fire Dep’t boosts capacity with new pumper truck

By TERRY PUGH

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A new $400,000 pumper truck capable of utilizing a compressed air foam system (CAFS) will boost the Martensville Fire Department’s capacity to respond to emergencies in the rapidly-growing community and region.

Martensville Fire Chief Kurtis Dyck said the new truck, which was delivered from the Manitoba-based manufacturer on Friday, May 2, was custombuilt for the department.

“The main advantage of this truck is it uses a much more efficient system for fighting fires,” said Dyck. “Utilizing compressed air foam takes a lot less water to extinguish a fire than if you just use straight water alone.”

Dyck said the new pumper also ensures the community is protected if their existing pumper, a five-year old vehicle, is out of service for maintenance or any other reason.

“The only backup we had was an old 1989-model pumper truck that really didn’t meet modern firefighting standards,” said Dyck. “It really wasn’t reliable enough to be used on its own as a frontline vehicle. It’s

still useful, and we’ll be keeping it in service, but it’s strictly a backup.”

The new Top Mount Enclosed (TME) vehicle is capable of carrying five firefighters to a scene.

The cab of the truck is loaded with sophisticated controls capable of operating a wide array of firefighting equipment on the outside of the truck. A single operator can control numerous functions from inside the vehicle.

“It’s pretty amazing,” said Dyck. “We’re all being trained on it now so that regardless of who is on a call, they’ll be capable and confident when they are called upon to use this machine.”

With the addition of the new pumper truck, the City of Martensville will have invested close to $1 million in the fire department’s fleet over the last five years, according to Dyck.

The new vehicles include the two pumper trucks, a grassfirefighting truck and a tender vehicle. The city has also added on an additional bay to the fire hall.

“These are big expenses, but given the growth of the city, and the region, it’s something that had to be done,” said Dyck.

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Martensville Fire Chief Kurtis Dyck says the new $400,000 pumper truck will boost the department’s firefighting capacity

EMO Coordinator suggests: Get your kit together before emergency hits Submitted by

TRACY WILSON-GERWING Martensville EMO Coordinator

Emergency Preparedness Week is a national awareness initiative. This year’s Emergency Preparedness Week theme is: “72 Hours: Is your family prepared?”

In conjunction with Emergency Preparedness Week, the City of Martensville’s Emergency Measures Organization (EMO) is pleased to launch its web pages at www.martensville.ca.

Located under the “Emergency and Protective Services” tab, the new pages describe the responsibilities and aims of the EMO. In addition, pages can be found to help the public prepare themselves in case of an emergency.

As the “72 Hours” theme implies, if an emergency situation should arise, individuals need be prepared to be self-sufficient for 72 hours without power or tap water.

The first step to being prepared is knowing what types of emergencies are possible in the area. The second step is to make an emergency plan for your household. The third step is to have an emergency kit with enough supplies to last

A home-prepared emergency kit is essential for dealing with crisis situations (Photo submitted) for 72 hours while emergency workers aid those in urgent need of help.

It all sounds pretty straight forward, but while many people recognize the need for an emergency plan and a 72 hour emergency kit, only about 40% of Canadians have bought or built an emergency kit (www.getprepared.gc.ca).

If we look around our homes, many of us have the basic items we need for an emergency kit.

The problem is that if we are forced to leave our homes in a hurry, there really isn’t time to run around and find all of the items we need.

include canned food in your kit • Flashlight – wind up or battery operated • Radio – wind up or battery operated • Extra batteries – if you chose battery operated flashlight and/or radio • First aid kit • Extra keys for your house and vehicle(s) • Cash – small bills ($5 and $10) • Emergency Plan • Special items – medications, infant formula, medical equipment, food and water for pets Once you have a basic kit, it is recommended that you add: • Extra water for cooking and cleaning • Water purifying tablets • Candles and matches • Change of clothing/shoes • Sleeping bag or blanket • Toiletries • Hand Sanitizer • Toilet Paper • Utensils

• Garbage bags • Basic tools • Small fuel-operated stove and fuel • Whistle • Duct Tape Once you have put together your emergency kit, you may consider adding some additional items that are specific to you and/or your family. These could include games or coloring books to entertain children, a solar (or crank) charger for your cell phone, or maybe a deck of cards.

DON’T FORGET THE CAT

If you have pets, they will need additional water. If you are required to leave your home, take your pets with you if at all possible. If you must leave them behind, do not kennel them, ensure they have adequate food and access to water. Place a sign on your door or in your windows to alert rescue workers that there is an animal

in the home.

Finally, when communicating during and after an emergency, try to avoid making voice calls and keep them short if you do.

Text messages, emails and social media are the best method of communication and may work even when phone service doesn’t.

So, are you ready?

Do you know what the risks are in Martensville?

Have you made an emergency plan? Is your emergency kit stocked and accessible?

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A basic emergency kit should contain: • Water – 2 litres of water per person per day • Food – canned food, dried foods, protein bars • Manual can opener – if you

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Council members will report on current and future projects in the community

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• Warman RCMP • Warman Emergency Measures Organization

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TRUST & TRADITION

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By TERRY PUGH

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TERRY JENSON | CLARK’S CROSSING GAZETTE

For the last five decades, the Warman Fire Department (WFD) has been on call, responding to fires, accidents and other emergencies in Warman and neighbouring communities.

As a way of recognizing the contribution of the hundreds of volunteers who have been part of the organization since it began in 1964, the department is gearing up for a special celebration this fall, according to Warman Deputy Fire Chief Russ Austin.

“We have had a lot of committed members over the last fifty years,” said Austin in an interview on Wednesday, April 30. “It’s a good opportunity to say thank you to all of them. Some served for only a few months, but others have been with the department for decades. Right now we have four active members with over 20 years of service.”

Austin said the department is organizing a formal “Firemen’s Ball” for Saturday, September 13 at the Brian King Centre in Warman. The occasion will feature full dress uniforms for members of the fire and protective services community, including EMS, military and correctional services. Residents will also be invited to attend the event by purchasing tickets.

Another informal “family reunion” gathering will be held sometime this summer for current and former Warman Fire Department members.

“In the fire and rescue service, it’s a very close-knit community,” said Austin. “Once you’ve served in it, you’re part of a family.”

In the lead-up to the fiftieth anniversary celebration, the WFD opened the doors of its fire hall last Saturday to res-

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Warman Deputy Fire Chief Russ Austin explains the techniques involved in extricating an accident victim from a vehicle during an open house at the Warman Fire Hall on Saturday, May 3

Warman Fire Department opens doors to residents during 50th anniversary year

idents of Warman and area by offering a free pancake breakfast and demonstrations of the tools and techniques used by the department in dealing with various types of emergencies. People were able to use a fire extinguisher to douse a real fire through a simulator provided by Trinity Safety, view how a vehicle extrication operation was done using the Jaws of Life, and see the interior of the fire trucks in the hall.

New firefighters from North Corman Park communities hired in the fall of 2013 are gearing up to take their final tests this weekend for their NFPA 1001 certification as professional firefighters.

Austin said a live burn will take place on Saturday May 10 at the north end of Warman, where an old house and barn need to be removed at the new intersection of Centennial Drive and the new Highway 305.

The recruits, each accompanied by an instructor and a rapidintervention team, will be split up into different areas, with each performing a different operation such as search and rescue in a smoke-filled building, supplying water, knocking down a fire from the exterior of a building and attacking a fire on the inside. Small controlled fires will be used while the teams undergo their exercises. At the conclusion, the fire will be allowed to grow and consume the buildings while firefighters focus on preventing the fire from spreading to neighbouring buildings.

“It’s a very involved process,” said Austin. “We want to make as much of this opportunity as possible. It’s not just a matter of lighting a match and burning down a building. There’s zero training value in that.”

The Warman and Martensville Fire Departments are jointly developing a new dedicated training ground midway between the two cities in the RM of Corman Park on land jointly owned by the Cities of Warman and Martensville. Austin said the land on one parcel has been levelled and a dugout is in place to provide a source of water for a hydrant. Eventually permanent structures will be built for firefighter training at the site. He is hopeful the first class of recruits will start training there later this summer or early fall.

A portion of the land the training ground is situated on is not suitable for residential or commercial development because of contamination of the soil.

“This particular site was a garbage dump in the 1960s for Martensville, Warman and Dalmeny,” said Austin. “So this training site is a very good use for the land.”

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Martensville Library closing for two weeks If you need to borrow a book from the Martensville Library, you should check it out in the next couple of weeks.

The Martensville branch of the Wheatland Regional Library will be closed for renovations from Saturday, May 17 to Sunday, June 1, inclusive. The library is scheduled to return to its regular hours on Monday, June 2. The book drop will remain open for items to be returned during the two-week shutdown period.

The renovation work involves finishing touches on the former Martensville City Council chambers, which will become part of the library after a dividing wall has been removed.

The library will also eventually be taking over the room that currently houses the Martensville Community Access Centre. The Access Centre will relocate in the near future to the former civic planning and recreation offices in the Civic Centre building.

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A capacity crowd filled the Warman seniors hall on Friday, May 1 to take in a jam session featuring local musicians.

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Martensville author wins book award

By TERRY PUGH

tpugh@ccgazette.ca

Martensville author Dianne Young won the SaskEnergy Children’s Literature Award for her book, entitled Dear Flyary, at the 21st annual Saskatchewan Book Awards on Saturday, April 26, in Regina.

It was the first time that Young had been nominated for an award, and she said she was surprised and thrilled to win.

“When they called my name, my first thought was Yikes!

What am I going to say?” said Young. “As I made my way up to the stage to accept the award, I quickly tried to make up something coherent to say.

I think I was coherent. I hope I was. I do know I couldn’t stop smiling.”

Young’s book was one of three picture books and two novels shortlisted for the SaskEnergy Children’s Literature Award.

“I honestly did not expect to win,” she said. “Normally nov-

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Martensville author Dianne Young won the SaskEnergy Children’s Literature Award at the Saskatchewan Book Awards on Saturday, April 26, in Regina els are picked for the awards over picture books.”

Young said Dear Flyary took 16 years of rejections and rewrites, followed by even more rejections and more rewrites, bfore it was finally accepted by a publisher.

“I always believed it would make a good book,” said Young.

“That’s why I ever gave up on

it. This award really validates my commitment to the story.”

Young said she was especially thrilled to have received glowing comments from the jurors, which included Barbara Reid, Evan Munday and Jeremy Tankard. All three are author-illustrators themselves.

Young gave credit to illustrator John Martz.

“I’ve split the cash award of $2,000 with him,” she said, noting it was the combination of the writing and the pictures which gave the book its overall merit.

The book was chosen as a “Best Bet for 2012” by the Ontario Library Association.

Young said the award is very encouraging, but noted she writes for the love of the craft.

“I don’t write for recognition, or, heaven knows, for the money,” she said. “Picture book authors generally only get about 5 per cent of the retail price of a book. But an award like this can certainly grease that squeaky inspiration wheel.

Hopefully it won’t take another 16 years to get my next book published!”

Young’s day job is as a teaching assistant in Saskatoon for youngsters with special needs.

Young’s books include: Dear Flyary, Honey Trouble, The Abaleda Voluntary Firehouse Band, A World of Difference, and Purple Hair? I Don’t Care.

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Dental office opens in new Martensville strip mall The first tenant of Martensville’s newest commercial strip mall is moving in and set to open this week.

Centennial Dental Clinic will be located in the city’s newest commercial strip mall, an 8,500 square foot building located on .81 acres at 729 Centennial Drive South that’s been divided into three separate 2,850 square foot bays.

Dillon Shewchuk, City of

Martensville Community & Economic Development Manager says a second dental clinic in the community fits with their vision of increasing the retail and service industry in the city. “We welcome any business that wishes to open up here and take advantage of the benefits the City offers business owners, including the lowest commercial tax rate in the province,” says Shewchuk.

Housing volunteers honoured Elmer Boehr of Warman and Jean Hryniuk of Borden were among 22 Saskatchewan volunteers with more than a quarter-century of dedicated service to their local housing authority who were honoured on Monday, May 5 in Regina.

Boehr has served for 35 years, and Hryniuk for 30 years on their respective housing authority committees.

“These volunteers give the gift of their time and energy to people across this great province each and every day,” Social Services Minister and Minister responsible for Saskatchewan Housing Corporation June Draude said. “Local housing authorities care about the community members who reside in these properties.”

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Saskatoon Diocese dealing with priest shortage

By JAMES TARRANT james@ccgazette.ca

Is there a shortage of priests to preach in the 96 churches that make up Saskatoon’s Roman Catholic Diocese?

In the early 1980s the diocese had priests for all of its 96 parishes, but ten years later the diocese had to assign multiple parishes to a single priest.

It was also during this time that the diocese started to look to Asia and other parts of the world to fill the pastoral need, said Leah Perrault, director of Pastoral Services for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Saskatoon.

Today, the diocese has 45 priests for the same amount of churches.

Perrault said the decline of people coming forward to make the priesthood their vocation began initially in the early 1960s when Pope John the 23rd and the Second Vatican Council made changes in the orientation of the church and how it serves the world.

Changes included switching the mass from being preached in Latin to English. The most damaging element was taking away the superiority role of the priest, meaning the vocation of the priest or religion was not better than a layperson, says Perrault.

This change was made so that ordinary people could play a more active role in the church, which Perrault says contributed to a decline in the number of religious vocations.

“Some people say this was a huge tragedy. It should never have happened,” said Perrault.

“Other people say it weeded out a whole bunch of people who were choosing religious vocations for the wrong reasons.”

In the early 1900s North America, experienced its highest rate of vocations. However,

the world was a different place back then, says Perrault.

“Many people who came to North America came with religious faith, and early settlers and missionaries had worked hard to establish faith communities,” said Perrault.

“For much of church history, belonging to a church made it easier to access education and health care in a particular region,” explained Perrault.

“It also meant protection from warlords or a neighbouring village trying to take territory.”

Today, governments provide healthcare and education, as well as civil law. People belong to churches largely for spiritual needs and services, and our culture is less inclined towards faith than other generations have been, said Perrault.

Perrault said there is not just one reason for the declining number of priests

CELIBACY AND MARRIAGE

Perrault said up until the 15th century priests were allowed to marry. Concern over inheritance laws and priests involved in extramarital scandals resulted in a change of rules toward a celibate priesthood.

Today, the only way a Roman Catholic priest can be married is if he is a married Anglican priest first and converts to Catholicism.

One innovative ways the diocese is responding to a lower number of priests in the diocese is by using parish life directors. Parish life directors are lay men or women appointed by the Bishop to share canonical and pastoral responsibility for a parish with a priest.

“We currently have nine parish life directors and the City of Martensville has had one in the past,” said Perrault.

SEXUAL ABUSE ISSUE

In recent years sexual abuse scandals have also played a role. Perrault said the Roman Catholic Church has apologized when these abuses have occurred, but she doesn’t feel an apology will make a significant impact on vocations.

“I think we are going to need to experience significant healing on the abuse crisis across the board, not only sexual but whole person health in our priesthood,” said Perrault.

“We are going to have to listen and walk with abuse victims in a meaningful and humble way.”

In North America and Europe where people are having smaller families, and if parents want grandchildren, priesthood is often discouraged, said Perrault.

Another reason may be that people are just not religious anymore. According to a National Household Survey conducted by Stats Canada in 2013 people identifying as Christians have declined 9.3 per cent, which is a 10 year low.

Perrault said the stigma of being a priest in a world that isn’t religious has more of an effect on vocations coming forward than celibacy and sexual abuse scandals.

“We only need to look at other mainstream denominations such as Anglican and Lutheran,” said Perrault. “They also have declining numbers.

The only difference is in those dominations priests can marry.”

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Saskatoon covers an area from Macklin in the northeast to Fox Valley in the southeast corner of the province and east to the Quill Lake-Wynard area.

Father Matthew Ramsey, who is originally from Humboldt, but preaches in

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four Churches in the town of Kerrobert and surrounding communities was ordained as a priest two years ago.

Ramsey said the biggest challenge is making Christianity appealing to younger people.

“I just want to show them the difference being a Christian makes in their daily life and why it matters to them,” Ramsey.

Ramsey, who grew up Roman Catholic, said he never regretted becoming a priest and enjoys his role not only in his churches but also in the communities.

Perrault said not all is lost for the Roman Catholic Diocese in Saskatoon. She said numbers are not as high as they were before, but they are slowly coming back.

“In 2007 we ordained one local priest and two in 2009 and 2010,” said Perrault. “In the last ten years we have had nine men in formation to be ordained in the priesthood, which when you think we have 45 active ones, it is a pretty high number.

Annual Meeting of Electors The Board of Education of the Prairie Spirit School Division No. 206 hereby gives notice that the

Annual Meeting of Electors for 2014 will be held Wednesday, May 14, 2014, 7 p.m.

Hanley Composite School

316 Bodeman Avenue, Hanley, SK The meeting will be held to receive and discuss the reports of the Division Board, Director of Education, Auditor and any other statements and communications relating to the affairs of the School Division for the previous school year.

All Electors are invited to be present.

Dated at Warman, this seventh day of April, 2014 James R. Shields, Chief Financial Officer

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‘Meet the Artist’ Reception Thursday, May 22, 7pm Guest Illustrator Rosthern Library Story Time Thursday, May 22 at 11am 1029 6th Street

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BUILDING CONTRACTOR RM OF ROSTHERN NO. 403 The Municipality is inviting tenders from Building Contractors to complete renovations to the exterior of the RM Office Building located in Rosthern, Sk. Design has been engineered and is available for viewing upon request. Interested firms should provide price quotes and work commencement date commitment.

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Ad Classifications ANNOUNCEMENTS: Obituaries .........................1010 In Memoriam.................... 1020 Births................................ 1050 Anniversaries ................... 1060 Thank You Notes ............. 1070 Lost & Found ................... 1080 Tenders ............................ 1090 Legal Notices....................1100 General Notices................1110 Coming Events .................1120 WHAT’S HAPPENING: Personals ......................... 2020 Services Offered ............. 2040 Travel................................ 2060 MERCHANDISE: For Sale ............................ 3010 Pets .................................. 3020 Misc. Wanted...................3030 FARM & RANCH: Farm Equipment .............. 4010 Livestock.......................... 4020 Feed and Seed ................ 4030 Lawn and Garden ............ 4040

REAL ESTATE: Homes/Condos for Sale . 5010 Homes/Condos For Rent5020 Apartments For Rent....... 5030 Land For Sale .................. 5040 Commercial Property...... 5050 Recreation Property........5060 Land Wanted ................... 5070 Land For Rent .................. 5080 Wanted to Rent................5090 TRANSPORTATION: Autos For Sale ................. 6010 Vehicles Wanted .............. 6020 Motorcycles/ATVs ...........6030 Recreational Vehicles ..... 6040 Boats/Motors .................. 6050 Snowmobiles ...................6060 Auto Parts ........................ 6070 EMPLOYMENT: Work Wanted ................... 7010 Child Care ........................ 7020 Business Opportunities .. 7030 Career Training ................ 7040 Careers ............................ 7050 AUCTIONS: Auction Sales................... 8010

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Coming Events

Little Seedling Greenhouse, 409 Main Street, Hague is now open! Hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00 am 7:00 pm, Saturday 9:00 am 4:00 pm. Come check out our Mother’s Day specials.

7th ANNUAL PHOTO BLITZ www.sandylockhartphotography.com Check for best price of year. June 4th 9:00am-5:30pm @ 208 North Railway St West Warman.

Come & go event - Kids/pets only!

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Country Gospel Breakfast Buffet & Concert Featuring

Country Praise & Dale Updike

Saturday May 10 9:00 AM

Smiley’s Buffet 702 Circle Drive East Adults - $15.00 Children under 12 - $6.00 Price includes breakfast buffet and concert

Garage Sale SATURDAY, MAY 10 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Various Locations Around Town ~ Watch for Balloons! ~

Warman Farmers’ market

thursdays 2 to 6 City Hall parking lot Opening Date May 8/14 (weather permitting) mother’s Day Celebration Coffee and Goodies, Free Draws Local Baking, Greenhouse-grown veggies, Handmade soaps, honey, eggs, sausage and much much more!

LEARN OF GOD’S plan & purpose for this earth. www.thechristadelphians. org.

"IN WITH THE OLD" Bluegrass band playing at the Osler Community Hall May 23 7:30pm. Doors open 7pm. $10/pp 12 and under free. FMI 306.242.8949

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Garage Sale Langham & Dalmeny Saturday, May 10 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Maps will be available at the Town Offices and Parkview Shell in Langham on Friday, May 9 at 5:00 p.m.

Deadline to register is May 8 at 5:00 p.m.

For more information: Langham (306) 283-4842 Dalmeny (306) 254-2642

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Coming Events Coming Events 2014 Open Air Services to begin June 7 at 7:30 p.m. and will be on every Saturday evening until August 30 at Hague Museum grounds. For information call Frank at (306) 249-0363 or (306) 280-2248.

CANMORE EAGLES “ ROCKY MOUNTAIN” HOCKEY SCHOOL - August 11-15 or 18-22. Two on-ice sessions daily, lunch and jersey.

Patrick Marleau confirmed for August 11-15. $450.

Ages 5-16. More info at canmoreeagles.com.

Sask. River Valley Museum will be open for summer hours as follows: Open May 16 - October 13, 2014 1:00 5:00 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Open all statutory holidays from 1:00 5:00 p.m. For other bookings, including birthday celebrations, reunions, photos, etc. call the Museum at (306) 225-2112; Frank (306) 2490363, cell (306) 280-3348; Henry (306) 225-4511 or (306) 225-4585.

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For more information, contact Bob Klein 306-242-7431 Ken Olson 306-229-8600

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AUCTION: Beautiful 6’-8’ Colorado Spruce Trees. Online Bidding at www.mcdougallauction.com, closes May 16, Noon. Large quantity in Regina and Saskatoon. 1800-263-4193. DL#319916.

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CARDBOARD BOXES Perfect size for moving or storing items Most are approximately 12"x12"x12" with some slightly larger 50¢ ea.

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MASSIVE TREE SALE. Hardy tree, shrub, and berry seedlings. Perfect for shelterbelts or landscaping. Full boxes as low as $1/tree.

Bundles of 10 as low as $1.29/tree. Free shipping.

Replacement guarantee. 1866-873-3846 or treetime.ca.

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For Sale RURAL WATER TREATMENT. Patented iron filters, softeners, distillers, “Kontinuous Shock” Chlorinator, IronEater. Patented whole house reverse osmosis. Payment plan. 1-800-BIGIRON (244-4766); www.BigIronDrilling.com. View our 29 patented & patent pending inventions. Since 1957.

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OLLIE

Pure-bred Black Lab to give away, no papers. He is 7 years old and loves children and company. His name is Ollie and has all his shots up-to-date also neutered. As his owners, we would prefer him to be on a farm or acreage as he is a large male dog.

Please call Val or Scott 306-227-3169 or 306-382-4226.

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Farm Equipment

STEEL BUILDINGS... HOT SAVINGS SPRING SALE! 20x24 $4,348. 25x24 $4,539.

30x30 $6,197. 32x36 $7,746.

40x46 $12,116. 47x72 $17,779. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca.

20ft. KIRSCHMANN press drill, much like the Melrose.

Lots of extra parts with separate drill carrier. Three sets of seed wheels for cereal and some pulse crops. Good rubber and mechanical condition. (306) 931-2826 or (306) 290-4920.

PROVINCE-WIDE CLASSIFIEDS reach over 550,000 readers weekly. Call The Gazette at 306-668-0575 or email ads@ccgazette.ca for details.

MF 36 DISCER, 18ft with Flexicoil packers with seed and fertilizer box. Excellent mechanical condition and fork-type rockpicker. Call Ed (306) 931-2826 or (306) 2904920.

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Services CUSTOM ROOFING INC. Full Service Roofing. Great Rates! Residential & Commercial. 50 Years in Sask.

Shingle - Tar & Gravel Torch On Repairs. Full Liability & WCB - BBB Member.

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Answers to all life’s questions. Call free now! Erica, 877-992-2211; Nana 888222-3506.

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MandakoAgri Agriand and Gospel Gospel Echoes Ministry have teamed up to Mandako EchoesTeam TeamPrison Prison Ministry have teamed up

offer the the rental of a new to farmers in the Saskatoon area this to offer rental of a 45’ newLand 45’ Roller Land Roller to farmers in the Valley

spring.

Funds raised fromraised the rental thisrental machine will provide area this Spring.

Funds fromofthe of this Gospel Literature, Bibles and Programming to Canadian machine will provide Gospel Literature, Bibles and Prisons.

Programming To to schedule Canadianyour Prisons. rental, contact:

schedule rental, Henry To Quiring (306) your 221-8494 or contact: Robert Fehr (306) 292-9990.

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Careers & Employment Full-Time Automotive

Salesperson NEW HOME OF

GM DEALER REQUIRES 3rd/4th/Journeyman Techs.

GM/Diesel experience an asset. Competitive wages, full benefits. Email resume to: donheeg2003@yahoo.ca or fax to 780-645-3564. Attention: Don. No phone calls please. Smyl Motors, St. Paul, Alberta.

NOW SERVING GREAT

OPPORTUNITIES! NOW SERVING GREAT OPPORTUNITIES!

Valley Ford

ICE MAKER REQUIRED for Martensville Curling Rink to install 4 sheets of ice and prepare ice for 2 draws a night Mon to Fri and some Saturdays and Sundays throughout the year. Please mail tender to Box 853 Martensville SK S0K 2T0 by August 1, 2014. Call (306)249-3790 or email lynnrem@sasktel.net for more information

OPENING EARLY 2015

Although we are not in our new building yet...Valley Ford is currently looking for motivated applicants to fill the position of Automotive Salesperson If you want to join our incredible team, please forward your application by email to lynseye@valleyfordsales.ca

• Friendly, fun co-workers • Great work environment • Advancement opportunities • Friendly, fun co-workers • Great work environment • Advancement opportunities

• Flexible schedules • On-the-job training • Competitive pay • Flexible schedules • On-the-job training • Competitive pay

This is an independently owned and operated restaurant location operating under a license agreement with Dairy Queen Canada Inc. Dairy Queen Canada Inc. does not control the employment practices or policies for this location.

Seasonal Cemetery Maintenance Attendant The Cemetery Maintenance Attendant is a seasonal four month position responsible for maintaining both the Warman Cemeteries including the planting of flowers and general maintenance.

• must provide own transportation • must be physically fit • gardening knowledge would be an asset • pruning trees and shrubs • painting posts • light mowing and trimming • cleaning grave covers • picking up garbage and broken items • other duties as assigned by the Public Works and Utilities Manager

Please see www.warman.ca for more information.

Please forward a detailed resume including references by mail, fax or email by 4:30 pm on May 16th, 2014 to: City of Warman, Box 340, Warman SK S0K 4S0 Attn: Randy Fehr, Public Works and Utilities Manager Email: randyf@warman.ca Phone: (306) 933-2388 Fax: (306) 933-1987

Trailer Wizards is now hiring

Mechanics ~ Apprentices ~ Sales Reps for our new branch in Saskatoon. We offer excellent pay, benefits & pension.

Please send resumes to jobs@trailerwizards.com or fax: 855-907-1722 Experienced, seasonal, parttime operators/repair/maintenance person for organic grain farm in Saskatoon Area. Retired (but not tired) farmer is ideal. 306-3829024. 306-382-1299 FARM LABOUR. Help with seeding, harvesting and put up hay. Service work & yard work. Hours are negotiable.

You could start now. Needs some farm experience with older equipment. No work on Sundays. Martensville SK. (306)931-2826 or cell (306) 290-4920 PUT YOUR EXPERIENCE to work The job service for people aged 45 and over across Canada. Free for candidates. Register now at: www.thirdquarter.ca or Call Toll-Free: 1-855-286-0306.

PO Box 46 Site 145 RR1 Brandon, Manitoba R7A 5Y1 Class 1 Drivers Required

WINCH TRACTOR OPERATORS. Must have experience operating a winch. To apply fax, email or drop off resume at the office. Phone 780-842-6444. Fax 780-8426581. Email: rigmove @telus.net. Mail: H&E Oilfield Services Ltd., 2202 - 1 Ave., Wainwright, AB, T9W 1L7. For more employment information see our webpage: www.heoil.com.

**$0.47/mile to start** **Paid Can/US border crossings** **Paid loading** **Paid unloading** **Benefits incl. vision, health, dental, disability** **Company matched pension**

LABOURER REQUIRED $12-$15/hr. Experience in Forklift and power jack handling. Contact Sun Country Farms in Langham.

(306)283-9225

Contact Tyler P: 204.571.0187 ext. 5 F: 204.571.9363 E: theuchert@ renaissancetrans.ca

Southshore Motor Lodge, Wynyard SK, is looking for full-time Accountant/Bookkeeper. Contact Larry Bozek 554-7111.

New Warman DQ Grill & Chill opening in Apply at: This is an independently owned and operated restaurant location operating under a license agreement with Dairy Queen Canada Inc. Dairy Queen Canada Inc. doesis not control the employment practices or policies for this location.

Legends currently accepting resumes for Insert storePlaza location Full-Time and Part-Time Crew Members including ® Trademark of American Dairy Queen Corp., Distributed by IDQ Canada Inc. dq.ca © 2008.

Printed inShift Canada. Leads, Cakes and Drive-Thru.

Grill, Chill, Apply at: Insert store location Email resume to: warmandq@gmail.com specifying position being applied for. ® Trademark of American Dairy Queen Corp., Distributed by IDQ Canada Inc. dq.ca © 2008. Printed in Canada.

Client: Dairy Queen

Space/Size: 2 col x 5-1/4”

Product: HR - G&C

Pubs: Newspaper

Reporter / Photographer required. Willing to train on the job, must have a valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle. Full-time or part-time, wages commensurate with experience and education. Gas allowance, group benefits and company pension plan.Send resume to Weyburn Review, Box 400, Weyburn, Sk S4H 2K4, email: dward@weyburnreview.com or fax 306-8420282.

OWNER OPERATORS REQUIRED Looking for owner operators to haul asphalt oil within MB, SK, AB, and North Dakota.

Loaded and empty miles paid equally.

Contact Tyler for details 204.571.0187 theuchert@renaissancetrans.ca

We are seeking an energetic detail oriented individual to work part time at our poultry farm. Work schedule is flexible. Contact Art at (306) 222-8455

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Auction Sales G & D Dowhy Incredible Antique Auction Saturday, May 31, 10:00 am CST Moosomin Conexus Centre, Saskatchewan. Special private dispersal of prime glassware and furniture. See Websites: www.mrankinauctions.com www.rosstaylorauction.com Murray Rankin Auctions, 204-534-7401 Lc. 313936.

Ross Taylor Auction Service, 204-877-3834 Lc. 909917.

Cloud 9 Airspray requires Issue: 2008 two (2) commercially liClient: Dairy Queen Space/Size: 2 col x 5-1/4” Note: Please delete this information before placement. censed professional agriculProduct: - G&C Pubs: Newspaper tural aerialHRapplicators to fly full-time for the 2014 seaIssue: 2008 son (season is for June 15, Note: Please delete this information before placement.

2014 to October 1, 2014) NOC2771-B. Emlpoyment A career ad in The Gazette reaches location: Outlook, Saskatover 40,000 people each week chewan. Applicants must CLARK S CROSSING have 2 years or more experi(306) 668-0575 ence, a minimum of 500 ads@ccgazette.ca hours ag experience, have an excellent knowledge of SATLOC GPS, be acceptable Continued from page 2

by CAIR as insurable (clean accident record), be a member of SAAA and be proficient in reading English. Applicants must be physically able to perform a physically appointed Deputy House Leader and on May demanding job in a fast 25, 2012 was sworn in as Minister of Justice paced environment. CAAA and Attorney General. membership an asset. Edu Wyant is encouraged by Saskatchewan’s cation: Canadian commercial pilots license, Saskatgrowing economy that continues to lead the chewan Aerial Pesticide lination. cense. Duties: To fly fixed “I’m proud of the economic growth that can wing radial agricultural airbe seen across Saskatchewan, and particularly craft safely and efficiently, in Saskatoon,” Wyant said. “With this high levto work efficiently with SATel of growth come challenges and we’re workLOC GPS flight computer, to ing hard to meet those challenges within a work with customers to crebalanced budget. The 2014-15 Budget makes inate spray orders, to work in vestments in training to help with our labour a professional manner with ground support crews, to market shortage while at the same time makperform daily checks on radiing important investments in needed infraal powered aircraft, to keep structure and supports for people.” logs in an orderly fashion, to Wyant is excited to keep Saskatchewan be available to work when Sat., May 10th, 2014 @ 10:00 a.m. growing and moving forward. conditions are optimum, to “Saskatchewan has been on the right track AAron & ESthEr JAnzEn & JAE keep current Canadian comunder the Saskatchewan Party government,” mercial pilots license and holdingS inc. diSpErSAl AUction Wyant said. provincial pesticide license.

Directions from Saskatoon: From Marquis Wages/salary: Paid monthly, Drive: 4.1 kms N on Hwy. #12 to Rd. 380, 3.3 rate is $50.00 per hour, 40 kms W to Rd. 3060, 1 km N. hour work week, overtime with remuneration, workers YARD EQUIP: L2250 Kubota Tractor w/FEL A publication ban was granted on Tuesday, compensation as per re& 3 point hitch, Toyota Forklift, May 5 by Justice Gerry Allbright on any eviquired by law. Apply by dence introduced at the murder trial of Douglas 72” 3pth Blade, JD Lawn Tractor F525 60” email only to: cloud9air R. Hales which could identify undercover police Kodiak rough cut mower spray@sasktel.net. DO NOT officers.

SHOP EQUIP. & TOOLS: EM 5000 Honda APPLY UNLESS YOU MEET The order was granted following an applicaALL OF THE ABOVE REPower Plant, Eagle 18.5 CFM 5hp tion by the Attorney General of Canada to the QUIREMENTS. Only successCourt of Queen’s Bench.

Upright Air Compressor, Kellogg Canadian ful applicants meeting all re Douglas Hales is currently on trial in Air Compressor, Mr. Heater 50,000 BTU quirements will be contacSaskatoon for the murder of Darlene Bosse in Const.

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May, 2004. Bosse was 26 years old at the time of

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HOME BUILDING CENTRE, Red Deer Seeking experienced salespeople (contractor desk); also Project Estimator. Building supplies knowledge a must. Wage commensurate with experience.

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BUILDING EQUIP: 9’ Drywall Lift, 48: Scaffolding on Casters ANTIQUES: 52” Oak Roll Top Desk, Arcadia Radio, Mantle Clock, Household Items, Much, Much More Visit our website: www.nelsonsauction.com or call (306) 944-4320 or (306) 376-4545

her death. Her charred remains were discovered in a secluded area near Martensville several months later.

Hales was working as a bouncer at a nightclub where Bosse was last seen alive.

The trial opened on Monday, May 4. On the first day of the trial, Justice Allbright dismissed an application from the victim’s family for a publication ban on details of the crime. The trial continues this week.

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Livestock

POPLAR RIDGE ANGUS offering: Registered Purebred Black Angus yearling bulls.

Quiet disposition - Easy calving – Semen tested & pasture ready. SHELLBROOK, SK 306-747-3038/306-9813653.

Buying/Selling FEED GRAINS heated / damaged CANOLA/FLAX Top price paid FOB FARM

Western Commodities 877-695-6461 Visit our website @

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SEED FOR SALE - Certified Shaw wheat, Souris oats, Certified Pasteur, a high yielding GP wheat. G&R Seeds 306-239-2071.

HEATED CANOLA WANTED!!

- GREEN CANOLA - SPRING THRASHED - DAMAGED CANOLA FEED OATS WANTED!!

- BARLEY, OATS, WHT - LIGHT OR TOUGH - SPRING THRASHED HEATED FLAX WANTED!!

HEATED PEAS HEATED LENTILS "ON FARM PICKUP" Westcan Feed & Grain 1-877-250-5252

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Feed And Seed Homes / Condos Land For Rent WANTED: Hay land for rent.

For Rent North of Warman & East of

SMALL SQUARE SECOND cut alfalfa, grass bales and wheat straw. Good quality under the shelter. Martensville SK. (306)931-2826 or cell: (306)290-4920

Forage seed for sale: Organic and conventional: Sweet Clover, Alfalfa, Red Clover, Smooth Brome, Meadow Brome, Crested Wheatgrass, Timothy, etc. Free Delivery!

Birch Rose Acres Ltd. 306863-2900.

Do not send credit card information by email.

Send your ad by email and call us at 668-0575 during regular business hours and we will process payment to your credit card.

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PIGS FOR SALE Berkshire cross raised outside price depends on how you want your pork. Will sell smaller quantity if requested. Will deliver. 306-947-2838

Feed And Seed

We accept Visa/Mastercard over the phone

www.westerncommodities.ca

HOME GROWN certified organic wheat, 55 lbs/bag and lesser amounts. 13.8 protein and flax. All cleaned. Food grade baking variety. (306) 931-2826 or (306) 290-4920, Martensville.

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Homes / Condos For Sale SPRING SALE ON NOW! Canadian built

by Moduline 1520 sq. ft. Temora $99,900 1216 sq. ft. Oasis/Villa $79,900 960 sq. ft. Tuscan $69,900 Call Stan 306-496-7538 1-888-699-9280 www. affordablehomesales.ca Yorkton

5-506 Centennial Blvd “Townhouse” Warman 2 bedroom. F/S, upstairs W/D, dishwasher. Garage, rear facing & quiet, $1,397 + electricity. Available May 1st, (306) 956-0044.

WARMAN 3 BEDROOM suite, centrally located, includes heat and water, N/P, N/S, $1,175/month. Call Kent (306) 227-7683.

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Land For Sale FARMLAND WANTED NO FEES OR COMMISSIONS! SUMMARY OF SOLD PROPERTIES Central - 201 1/4’s South - 75 1/4’s South East - 40 1/4’s South West - 65 1/4’s North - 6 1/4’s North East - 2 1/4’s North West - 12 1/4’s East - 51 1/4’s FARM AND PASTURE AVAILABLE

LAND

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PURCHASING: SINGLE TO LARGE BLOCKS OF LAND. PREMIUM PRICES PAID WITH QUICK PAYMENT. RENT BACK AVAILABLE Call DOUG 306-955-2266 saskfarms@shaw.ca

highway 12. Contact Art at (306) 222-8455

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Autos For Sale For Sale - 1998 Chev Malibu, A/T/C, 335,000 km, $1,000 OBO. 306-232-4932.

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Auto Parts Wrecking auto-trucks: Parts to fit over 500 trucks. Lots of Dodge, GMC, Ford, imports.

We ship anywhere. Lots of Dodge, diesel, 4x4 stuff.

Trucks up to 3 tons. NorthEast Recyclers, 780-8750270, Lloydminster.

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Future career awaits young people to “build confidence, teamwork and leadership through activities.”

“We want to educate our participants and their parents on the importance of not only volunteerism, but also in the fact that this is something that could offer a future career,” she said.

Tom Moody, a longtime member of the department, said people take it for granted that when they call 911, somebody will come to their aid.

“But if you live in a rural ara, the odds are that the people who respond to the call will all be volunteers,” said Moody.

“It takes a lot of commitment and training to fill the roles and responsibilities. This is a first step, and hopefully the kids will accept the challenge.”

The Dalmeny Fire and Rescue fundraising breakfast at the Dalmeny Arena drew a large crowd. Finch said the event raises the profile of the department within the community. He said the department is also using social media. Recently a new website (www.dalmenyfireandrescue.com) was launched, and the department is also posting news and information on Facebook and Twitter.

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Students hoping to record a video year, which involved five kids from schools in Aberdeen, Hanley, Clavet and Allan playing keyboard, guitars (acoustic & electric), bass guitar, alto saxophone, harmonica, drum set and vocals playing jazz and popular music from artists including the Beatles, Rolling Stones, Adelle and Journey.

The group which named themselves Indecisive also experienced the opportunity to record their cover tunes in a recording studio at the University of Saskatchewan.

“What we are doing with this rock band is record their current songs to create an audio file,” explained Mackenzie.

Indecisive will also be working with the Clavet Video Club at the school, who hope to record a video on one of the bands chosen songs for an upcoming PSSD film festival in June.

Mackenzie said the extracurricular project was a rewarding experience.

“They just explore it and I just pass the idea onto them, which i think is important because they

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are so passionate about it. It is their group, they get to design it and make it happen.”

Mackenzie said extracurricular activity is a huge proirity to PSSD because it is a way to keep kids engaged in school and their communities.

“The only connection to activities may just be whether of not parents can take them to the city or limited to what activities are available in a small town,” said Mackenzie. “As far as programs go we want to offer students as much as we can.”

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be accepted in the boot camp, subject to meeting the minimum grade standards and recommendations of their teachers.

Those who are accepted will pay a small “commitment fee” and will receive a certificate of participation, as well as a Dalmeny Fire and Rescue hoodie and Tshirt upon completion of the course.

But the biggest reward is the satisfaction of knowing they’ve got what it takes to be a firefighter and serve others, said Finch. Joanne Elder with the Dalmeny Fire and Rescue First Responders said the objective is

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AQUARIUS January 20– February 18

Your finances seem to be a constant source of aggravation, Aquarius. This week you are ready to take care of business and hammer out a foolproof budget.

PISCES February 19– March 20

Pisces, your energy level will be quite high, making it vital for you to do something productive before your stamina slows down.

ARIES March 21– April 19

No matter how challenging it may be, slow down and give yourself time to reflect, Aries. You’re always on the go, but it’s important to slow down every now and then.

TAURUS April 20– May 20

Taurus, steer clear of added responsibilities this week, as you already have enough on your plate. Some alone time might be worth its weight in gold.

GEMINI May 21– June 21

You’re not easily overwhelmed by intense people or things. Use this resilience to sail through a particularly challenging task that gets sent your way this week.

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CANCER June 22–

July 22

There is no need to figure out all of the answers in the next few days, Cancer. If something is on your mind, then take your time to weigh all of your options.

LEO July 23– August 22

It could be challenging to be playful and lighthearted this week, Leo. Take every situation seriously and give ample thought to each and every decision you must make.

VIRGO August 23– September 22

Make the best of a delicate situation at work, Virgo. Although you may not be ready for more responsibility, your reaction will be noticed by your bosses.

LIBRA September 23– October 22

Libra, hold tight to your beliefs this week and don’t let anyone sway your opinion. You will serve as an example to others who bend whichever way the wind blows.

SCORPIO

October 23– November 21 .

Scorpio, you may not have all of the solutions, but rest assured that you have been moving in the right direction.

An interesting conversation illuminates the situation.

SAGITTARIUS November 22– December 21

You have gained a new sense of purpose, and you’re ready to put some of your plan into action. Expect a few raised eyebrows, but most people will be receptive

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Municipalities to benefit from new program

By JAMES TARRANT james@ccgazette.ca

Municipalities will soon have another funding option for upgrading infrastructure.

According to RM of Corman Park council documents, the Small Communities Fund was announced recently by the federal government and will include $1 billion of funding for projects in municipalities with a population base of under 100,000 residents.

Infrastructure projects considered for approval under the fund include highways and roads, public transit, wastewater and rail. The Saskatchewan Ministry of Highways and Infrastructure will be responsible for administering and evaluating applications.

Infrastructure project eligibility depends on whether it will increase efficiency and mobility of transportation by reducing congestion on roads and highways with a daily traffic value of 10,000 per day. Other criteria includes whether the improvements will create great-

er access to remote areas, if they contribute to a cleaner environment and if they improve the life of an existing asset.

During the April 22 RM of Corman Park council meeting, administration put forward a list of infrastructure projects that could benefit from the program – including paving 1.5 miles of Beam Road from the entrance of Bizhub towards Highway 684. That project is estimated to cost $2.3 million.

Other notable projects that could receive funding include: • paving 3.5 miles of Baker Road from Highway 11 to Highway 219, which would be cost shared with Hamlets for a total cost of $3 million • a public works shop and water tank fill station for a cost of $2 million • construction and paving of Auction Mart Road three miles west of Highway 684 at a cost of $3.2 million All highway projects that qualify will receive 50 per cent while all other projects that qualify will receive 33 per cent of the funding.

Public Notice

RM of BLUcHER No. 343 Bylaw 4-2001

Public Notice is hereby given, pursuant to the Planning and Development Act, 2007, that the RM of Blucher No. 343 intends to pass a bylaw to amend the RM of Blucher No. 343 Zoning Bylaw, No. 4-2001, as hereinafter provided.

It is proposed to amend the RM of Blucher No. 343 Zoning Bylaw No. 4-2001 as follows: 1. The Zoning District Map, which forms part of Bylaw 4-2001 shall be amended by rezoning from A-Agricultural District I - Industrial District the SW 28-35-3 W3 as shown in bold outline on Zoning Detail No. 2 (n) which is attached to and forms part of this bylaw.

KidSport Month proclaimed in Saskatchewan The official launch of KidSport Month in Saskatchewan took place on May 1 in Regina. The launch featured notables such as MLA for Regina Dewdney, Gene Makowsky; Chris Getzlaf, Chris Milo and Gainer from the Saskatchewan

Roughriders.

The Province has officially proclaimed the month of May as KidSport Month in Saskatchewan. During May, funds and awareness will be raised for KidSport by individuals and corporate sponsors to

PUBLIC NOTICE

PURPOSE The intent of the amendment is to provide for industrial development in the area described herein.

EXPLANATION The specific reason for the proposed amendment is to permit the rezoning of the Agricultural land into Industrial Zoning, which will be used for industrial fabrication purposes.

BYLAW INSPEcTION The Bylaw may be inspected by any interested person at the RM Office, Bradwell, on any judicial day between the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Copies are available to persons at a cost of $5.00.

PUBLIc HEARINg Council will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, June 11, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at the RM of Blucher No. 343 office to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed bylaw. All written comments received by 12:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 11, 2014, will be forwarded to council.

Issued at Bradwell, this 8th day of May, 2014.

R. Doran Scott, Administrator

and in the game. Activities during this year’s KidSport Month include barbecues, golf tournaments, dinners, casual dress down days, and many other fundraisers being held in local communities across the province.

PUBLIC NOTICE

Public notice is hereby given that the Council of the Rural Municipality of Corman Park No. 344 intends to adopt a bylaw under The Planning and Development Act, 2007 to amend Bylaw No. 47/10, known as the Planning Fee Bylaw.

Public notice is hereby given that the Council of the Rural Municipality of Corman Park No. 344 intends to adopt a bylaw under The Planning and Development Act, 2007 to amend Bylaw No. 47/10, known as the Planning Fee Bylaw.

INTENT The proposed Bylaw No. 14/14 will provide for textual amendments to the Planning Fee Bylaw to increase planning related fees charged by the R.M. Under The Planning & Development Act, 2007 the R.M. is able to charge fees for the application, review, advertising and issuance of development permits (both permitted and discretionary use), minor variances and amendments to the Official Community Plan or Zoning Bylaw (included both textual and map amendments). The fees are not to exceed the cost to the municipality of processing and advertising the application, and of administering and regulating the development.

INTENT The proposed Bylaw No. 14/14 will provide for textual amendments to the Planning Fee Bylaw to increase planning related fees charged by the R.M. Under The Planning & Development Act, 2007 the R.M. is able to charge fees for the application, review, advertising and issuance of development permits (both permitted and discretionary use), minor variances and amendments to the Official Community Plan or Zoning Bylaw (included both textual and map amendments). The fees are not to exceed the cost to the municipality of processing and advertising the application, and of administering and regulating the development.

AFFECTED LANDS The affected lands are all lands located in the R.M. of Corman Park including the Corman Park-Saskatoon Planning District.

AFFECTED LANDS The affected lands are all lands located in the R.M. of Corman Park including the Corman Park-Saskatoon Planning District.

PUBLIC INSPECTION Any person may inspect the proposed Bylaw at the R.M. of Corman Park No. 344 Office at 111 Pinehouse Drive, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, up to 5:00 p.m. until Friday, May 16, 2014. Copies of the Bylaw and associated background report explaining the rationale for the increase may be found on the RM website at www.rmcormanpark.ca

PUBLIC INSPECTION Any person may inspect the proposed Bylaw at the R.M. of Corman Park No. 344 Office at 111 Pinehouse Drive, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, up to 5:00 p.m. until Friday, May 16, 2014. Copies of the Bylaw and associated background report explaining the rationale for the increase may be found on the RM website at www.rmcormanpark.ca

PUBLIC HEARING Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, May 20, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers at the R.M. of Corman Park No. 344 Office to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed Bylaws. All written comments received by 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 13, 2014, will be forwarded to Council.

PUBLIC HEARING Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, May 20, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers at the R.M. of Corman Park No. 344 Office to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed Bylaws. All written comments received by 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 13, 2014, will be forwarded to Council.

Issued April 7, 2014 at the City of Saskatoon, in the Province of Saskatchewan.

Adam Tittemore, Administrator

Issued April 7, 2014 at the City of Saskatoon, in the Province of Saskatchewan.

Adam Tittemore, Administrator

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help youth overcome the financial barriers to play organized sport. There are currently hundreds of volunteers across 45 communities in the province that administer KidSport in their own community to help kids get off the sidelines

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Left to right: Saskatoon Mayor Don Atchison, Habitat For Humanity Vice-Chair Kim Ali, MLA Paul Merriman and PSSD Board Chair Larry Pavloff put shovels in the ground at a sod-turning ceremony on May 2

Province adds more funding for additional Habitat For Humanity homes Continued from page 3

“The big challenge is making sure they can use some equipment and use it safely. We cover that pretty thoroughly,” he explained, noting that he inspects all the work done by students and coaches them along the way.

“We’ve had a few do-overs but it’s all part of the learning process.”

Paul Merriman, representing Sask. Housing Minister June Draude, said a house is more than four walls and a roof.

“A house is where family and friends share memories and build dreams together,” Merriman stated. “However, we know that the cost associated with new buildings and homes has increased greatly over the years, so it’s wonderful that this partnershipcan help working families achieve their dream of owning their own homes.”

Merriman pointed out the province committed an extra $750,000 in its 2014-15 budget through the Saskatchewan Housing Corporation to help build an additional 12 new Habitat For Humanity homes

throughout Saskatchewan.

“This brings the government’s commitment to Habitat For Humanity to a total of $7.85 million since March 2009,” Merriman added, noting the funding for each individual unit has been raised from $50,000 to $65,000.

Each family that qualifies for a Habitat For Humanity home contributes 500 hours of labour toward the project.

Saskatoon Mayor Don Atchison said his city has invested over $20 million into attainable housing, generating $400 million worth of construction.

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Olser’s Valley Christian Academy hosted 64 students from four school districts competing in the Saskatchewan High Schools Athletic Associations Regional Badminton Playoffs, Saturday, May 3.

The regional badminton playoff structure is usually broken down into four tournaments, played at various schools.

Each tournament will produce 16 qualifiers to compete in the SHSAA Badminton Provincials, which are going to be hosted by Warman High School this weekend.

Each tournament features boys and girls singles, boys and girls doubles and mixed doubles.

This is the first time VCA has hosted a regional tournament.

All together 60 round robin games and 10 playoff games were played at VCA on Saturday.

VCA was represented by a boys double team of Justin Las-

kowski and Jared Reddekopp, who finished third in their pool, but did not make it to the provincials Syd Laskowski, principal of VCA and organizer for the tournament, said the team ran into some stiff competition.

“Their goal was to make it to provincials so they were disappointed but at the same time they realized that this is the next level of competition,” said Laskowski. “They commented afterward that you don’t win by the other team making mistakes, you win by making great shots.”

Laskowski said VCA was

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Haley Enns finished first in the girls singles event and will represent Rosthern Junior College at the provincials in Warman.

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Ryan Olde was the winning pitcher for the Gems, while Jordie Gagnon and Chris Lehmann each connected for home runs.

The Gems are picking up where they left off last season, when they won the 2013 provincial Senior C championship.

The Gems were runners-up the year before, and won the Provincial Intermediate A crown in 2011. Mike Stefanuk of the Gems said the team is confident they have the pitching and the hitting to be able to be competitive once again.

The Gems were slated to take on the Saskatoon Westside Selects on Thursday, May 8 at Gordie Howe Park.

They play the North Battleford Ilta Jays on Tuesday, May 13 at Bob Van Impe Stadium.

Game time is 6:45 p.m.

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Legends Golf Club kicks off season on a chilly note

By TERRY PUGH

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Ray McLean of Warman was looking forward to the new golf season as he sipped a cup of hot coffee inside the pro shop at the Legends Golf Club on Saturday morning, May 3.

He just wasn’t looking forward to freezing his fingers, and some other body parts, during his first round.

“Man, it’s cold out there,” he said. “Another guy was supposed to golf with me today but I don’t think he’s going to show up.”

The temperature was hovering around minus 2 degrees, but the wind chill out at the first tee box was wicked enough to bring tears to the eyes.

Eventually, though, the thermometer climbed to the zero mark and the course opened for business. McLean, dressed for the occasion in a toque and winter vest, was the first off the mark, but there was a solid parade of golfers out on the links over the course of the weekend.

Legends Golf Club Manager Jody Dueck said the phone was ringing off the hook prior to opening day.

“Now that the snow has finally disappeared, people are finally getting the itch,” said Dueck in an interview on Thursday, May 1. “The course wiintered really well considering we didn’t have as much snow cover as usual. The greens are a little wet right now but it shouldn’t be a problem by the weekend.”

Dueck said the golf club membership is sitting at about 200 right now, but he expects that to rise to about 250 once the season gets going. A full complement of staff members are on the job, the golf carts are tuned up and ready to go, and the club‘s pro shop and restaurant are gearing up for the summer.

“Everyone is excited to get the season started,” said Dueck.

The club is hosting its regular Ladies Night on Tuesdays and Men’s Night on Wednesdays. Both are popular, according to Dueck. “Usually we have the call the week before for people to sign up,” he said.

The club is offering lessons for juniors and adults this season. “Believe it or not, the lessons actually can help you im-

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Ray McLean of Warman addresses his ball while braving a wicked windchill on the first tee at the Legends on May 3 prove your golf game,” said Dueck. “We can show you how to correct those bad habits.”

The junior golf lessons are expanding this year with the addition of a special “Snag” golf program.

“Basically it’s aimed at kids from 5 years old and up,” said Dueck. “They use oversize plastic golf clubs and hit tennis balls. There are other training aids as well. It’s a fun way to get kids out on the course so they can learn the basics of golf without actually hitting with a normal club.”

The Legends is hosting the provincial Mid-Amateur golf tournament August 19-21.

“This tournament will feature the best mid-amateurs in the province,” said Dueck.

“Mid-amateur is 35 and over.”

The club’s regular tournaments include a two-person scramble May 31 and June 1; a Member-Guest fun scramble on May 10; regular club championships at the end of the season; and the much-anticipated annual “Wyder Cup” event.

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Cup, it fills up right away,” said Dueck. “It’s open to 60 golfers.

I’ll be leading one team, and since Craig Prentice left the club, the new assistant pros will have to fight for the honour of being captain of the other team.”

The pro shop is blowing out some bargain equipment and clothing, according to Turner Hamm and Nick Korchinski, who started work at the club for the season on May 1.

Hamm, a graduate of Warman High School now enrolled in his first year of classes at the Edwards School of Business at the University of Saskathcewan, said he’s looking forward to once again spending his summer working at the club. He’s been a seasonal employee ever since the club opened.

Korchinski is in his fourth year of university, and is also studying at the Edwards School of Business. It’s his first season at the Legends. He says he’s golfed the Willows course in Saskatoon quite a bit, but is looking forward to taking on the challenges of the Legends.

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Merchants kick off season with nail biter victory over Padres

Provincial badminton championships slated for Warman High School

By TERRY PUGH

By JAMES TARRANT

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james@ccgazette.ca

The Hanley Merchants kicked of their 2014 Saskatoon Amateur Softball Association season with a 13-12 nail biter over the Saskatoon Points Athabasca Padres at Gordie Howe Park, May 4.

The Merchants are defending league champions and were runners up in the 2013 provincials, losing to the Warman Gems.

Derek Lebke, who is one of the player reps and center fielder for the Merchants, said opposing teams who play against them can expect tough matchups.

“We should be very competitive this year,” said Lebke. “Our strengths will be our pitching and defense.”

The Merchants added second baseman Monty Zbunich and two right fielders in Andrew Kroeger and Carter Block.

The Merchants were stingy in the first three innings allowing only three hits for the Padres on some heat seekers thrown by starting pitcher Rob Goring.

The Merchants also drove in four runs in the bottom of the first, and added another in the bottom of the second to take an early 5-1 lead.

At the top of the fourth inning, Goring was relieved by Jason Johnson, who got into trouble by allowing the Padres back into the game with three runs on two hits.

With the score 5-3, the Merchants increased their lead by three at the bottom of the fourth inning, but the Padres were not going to go down without a fight.

At the top of the fifth the Padres scored two runs to keep the game close, but saved their best for the sixth inning when the Padres, with bases loaded scored six runs on two hits, which gave them the lead for the first time in the game.

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First baseman Chris Harder watches the ball during the Hanley Merchants kickoff to their 2014 Saskatoon Amateur Softball Association season against the Saskatoon Points Athabasca Padres at Gordie Howe Park on May 4 The Merchants were not go- of the year, which was expecting to be outdone. In the bottom ed,” said Lebke. “It definitely of the sixth the team scored five felt good to come back when we runs on four hits which gave were down, giving up that lead and being able to score those them a 13-11 score.

The Padres scored one run runs in the bottom of the sixth in the top of the seventh inning was definitely huge for us.” but it wasn’t enough for the The Merchants battled the North Battleford Ilta Jays this win.

Lebke said his team played week, a new team in SASA’s well for the first game even Ken Gunn Division and will though there were some missed take the mound against the Saskatoon Browntown at Goropportunities.

“Both teams were showing a die Howe Park, Sunday May 25. bit of rust, being the first game Game time is 4:45 p.m.

The best high school badminton players in the province will be in Warman this weekend to compete for several provincial titles.

Warman High School (WHS) is hosting the provincial boys, and girls singles, doubles and mixed doubles Saskatchewan High Schools Athletic Association (SHSAA) badminton championships on Saturday, May 10.

The athletes competing in the provincials earned the right to compete in this event after winning their regional events, according to Chris Dean, a teacher at WHS and commissioner of the provincial tournament.

“It’s a great opportunity to see some very competitive games and a high level of athletic skill,” said Dean in an interview on Thursday, May 1.

“Badminton is a very demanding game. “In some ways it’s like tennis, but with a little more speed and finesse. At the same time, you don’t require as much muscular power. Badminton is also intense because it’s played in close quarters.”

Four SHSAA regional badminton competitions were held last Saturday, May 3. Valley Christian Academy (VCA) in Osler hosted the Region D competition, which included the Central Valley Athletic Conference, Saskatoon conference, Battle West and North West conferences.

Teams at the regional tournament represented Hepburn, Osler, Rosthern, Saskatoon, Blaine Lake, Wilkie, Loon Lake,, Pierceland, Spiritwood, Medstead, Rossignol, St. Walburg, Edam, Perdue, Hillmond and Pelican Lake.

The categories of competition

in district, regional and provincial badminton competition include boys singles, boys doubles, girls singles, girls doubles and mixed doubles.

While no students from WHS made it to the regional competition, Dean said the region will be well-represented at the provincial competition. He noted that at the district competition before Easter, Josh Thomas of Rosthern High School played with an injury and still made it to the regional event in boys singles.

“During the district championships in Delisle, Josh basically played on one leg,” said Dean. “He was standing at centre court during the instructions prior to the start and he was using a crutch to support himself. During the games he was limping badly but he still advanced.

“This was primarily due to his superior shot production and placement. He is a highlyskilled player who hopes to advance to play in Warman.”

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Dean said badminton is an inclusive sport that allows schools of all sizes to participate in.

“Most schools will field a team,” he said. “As to how

many students try out for the team, there’s not as huge a demand as there is for other sports like volleyball, basketball or football, but it’s definitely a sport that has an appeal for many students.”

Dean said the maximum number of athletes on a school badminton team is 16, based on the five categories available.

“With our student population here at WHS, we had about 30 kids try out for the team,” said Dean. “Some schools with smaller student populations might be more hard-pressed to field a full team.”

Dean said badminton is an Olympic sport that can be played at a very high level. High-performance coaches have provided clinics to high schools in the sport over the season.

The game is similar to tennis in that a set consists of a bestof-three series of games. The games are generally played to 21, although in some instances they could go just to 15. In the event of a tie, the winner has to be decided by two points, and the game closes at 30.

The provincial tournament is open to the public. The action starts at 10:00 a.m., with the final medal presentations wrapping up about 5:00 p.m.

Blades acquire Forsberg The Saskatoon Blades have made a splash at the 2014 WHL Bantam Draft, being extremely pleased to announce the acquisition of Waldheim’s Alex Forsberg from the Prince George Cougars.

In exchange for the 1995-born forward, the Blades have dealt prospect and former 12th round pick Haydn Hopkins, along with a conditional 3rd round

draft pick to the Cougars.

Forsberg is coming off of his third WHL season with Prince George. He was selected first overall in the 2010 WHL Bantam Draft by the Cougars.

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WHL teams select four local players in 2014 Bantam Draft

PUBLIC NOTICE OF INTENTION TO AMEND THE ZONING BYLAW

By JAMES TARRANT james@ccgazette.ca

Bantam hockey players from Saskatoon and surrounding areas made a strong impression on scouts in the 2014 Western Hockey League Bantam Draft.

The WHL selected four players from the Sask Valley Vipers with forward Chance Adrian of Dalmeny getting scooped up 142 overall by the Red Deer Rebels, defenceman Austin Wieler 138 by the Kootenay Ice, defenceman Austin Shumanski 212 by the Spokane Chiefs and goaltender Joel Grzybowski 223 by the Saskatoon Blades.

The four talented hockey players were the reason why the Vipers had such a strong season in 2014 earning 22 wins, five losses and two ties and a strong finish in the playoffs by reaching the Saskatchewan AA Bantam Hockey League Northern Division Final, said head coach Shaun Priel.

“I am a facilitator in their growth to help them as hockey players,” said Priel. “I hope every kid gets listed and drafted from teams I have coached because I want to see every kid succeed and to have those opportunities in a game they love playing.”

Priel said Adrian was a leader on and off the ice.

“There were many times throughout the year that this kid took the team on its shoulders, went out and got the job done for us in terms of winning games,” he said.

Adrian was second in team scoring for the Vipers with 18 goals and 23 assists for 41 points in regular season play.

Randy Peterson, director or scouting and player development with the Red Deer Rebels, said that Adrian’s style of game fits in well with the Reb-

RESORT VILLAGE OF SHIELDS

Public Notice is hereby given, pursuant to Section 44(d) of The Saskatchewan Watershed Authority Act, 2005 that the Council of the Resort Village of Shields intends to adopt a bylaw to amend Bylaw #1/2009, known as the Zoning Bylaw.

REVISED

The Sask Valley Vipers Chance Adrian, Austin Shumanski, Austin Weiler and Joel Grzybowski were all selected in the 2014 Western Hockey League Bantam Draft els.

“He plays a heavy game, has a nose for the net and a heavy accurate shot with some precision that we have seen as well,” said Peterson. “He is a smart play maker and makes others around him play better as well.”

Adrian said there were nine teams in the WHL interested in him including the Tri-City Americans, the Seattle Thunderbirds, the Spokane Chiefs, the Saskatoon Blades, Regina Pats, Swift Current Broncos, Brandon Wheat Kings and the Prince Albert Raiders.

“I am really happy getting drafted by Red Deer because the Sutters (a famous hockey family from Viking, Alberta) are there and they run a great program,” said Adrian. “If you are willing to work hard you are going to have success.”

Colin Priestner, managing partner for the Saskatoon Blades, said Grzybowski’s athleticm in net is what caught their eye.

“He is a very athletic goaltender, a great kid, focused and very fast in net,” said Priestner. “ He’s a little on the small

R.M. OF BLUCHER NO. 343 PUBLIC NOTICE Public notice is hereby given that the R.M. of Blucher No. 343 is considering a bylaw under The Planning and Development Act, 2007 to amend Bylaw No. 4-2001, known as the Zoning Bylaw.

INTENT The proposed Bylaw will rezone the lands described below: 1) The zoning District Map, which forms part of Bylaw 4-2001 shall be amended by rezoning from A-Agricultural District to ICR-Intensive Country Residential District PT NE 34-36-3 W3 as shown in the bold outline Zoning Detail No. 2 (m) which is attached to and forms part of this bylaw.

side, but if he can grow a bit we think he could be a very good goaltender.”

Grzybowski said he was glad that he was picked by a local team, but he didn’t really have a perference. He is just glad to be selected.

Priel said both Wieler and Shumanski were like a wall on defence for the Vipers. Weiler was the Vipers’ captain this season, who Priel described as a hard working defenceman.

“I was happy that he was able to get drafted and go where he did,” said Priel. “He is not a flashy player. He just gets the job done. Sometimes those guys don’t always get noticed.”

Shumanski had an interesting road to make the Vipers lineup. In the 2012/13 season he was cut from the team and played in North Battleford.

This past season he tried out

for the Vipers, made the team and proved to be one of the best defencemen in the league and contributed every night with his skill and intimidating physical play, said Priel.

Peterson said the unfortunate thing about the 2014 WHL Bantam Draft was there were not many players selected from southern areas of the province, which concerns him.

He said most of the players were selected from Saskatoon and surrounding areas, which is a trend he wants to see continue.

“Saskatoon and area have turned out a number of great picks over the years,” said Peterson.

“I think the kids in the Warman and Martensville area are getting good coaching and it seems to be common year after year. They are doing something right,” he said.

PUBLIC NOTICE

Public notice is hereby given that the Council of the Rural Municipality of Corman Park No. 344 intends to adopt a bylaw under The Planning and Development Act, 2007 to amend Bylaw No. 9/94, known as the RM of Corman Park Zoning Bylaw..

INTENT a) The proposed Bylaw No. 10/14 will rezone the affected lands from Agricultural District (AG) to Agricultural Residential 1 District (AR1). Proposed Bylaw No. 10/14 will provide for the subdivision of a residential parcel. b) The proposed Bylaw No. 11/14 will rezone the affected lands from Agricultural District (AG) to Agricultural Residential 1 District (AR1). Proposed Bylaw No. 11/14 will provided for the subdivision of a residential parcel.

AFFECTED LANDS The affected lands are: a) That portion of the NW 35-38-6-W3 as shown shaded on Map1 (Bylaw 10/14). b) That portion of the SE 25-38-6-W3 as shown shaded on Map 2 (Bylaw 11/14).

MAP 1

PUBLIC INSPECTION Any person may inspect the proposed Bylaws at the R.M. of Blucher No. 343 Office at 134 Struan Street, Bradwell, Saskatchewan, between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, up to 5:00 p.m. until Friday, June 6, 2014.

PUBLIC HEARING Council will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, June 11, 2014 at 1:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at the R.M. of Blucher No. 343 Office to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed Bylaws. All written comments received by 12:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 4, 2014, will be forwarded to Council.

Issued at Bradwell, this 1st day of May 2014 R. Doran Scott, Administrator

EXAMINATION OF BYLAW The proposed Bylaw may be inspected by any persons at the Resort Village of Shields Office by calling 492-2259. Bylaw copies are available at no cost.

PUBLIC HEARING Council will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. in the Resort Village of Shields Hall to receive submissions regarding the proposed bylaw. Interested parties may present their views to Council at this hearing regarding this bylaw.

Issued at the RM of Dundurn, Saskatchewan, this 30th day of April, 2014.

Jessie Williams, Administrator

PUBLIC NOTICE

Public notice is hereby given that the Council of the Rural Municipality of Corman Park No. 344 intends to adopt a bylaw under The Planning and Development Act, 2007 to amend Bylaw No. 23/10, known as the Corman Park-Saskatoon Planning District Zoning Bylaw.

INTENT a) The proposed Bylaw No. 12/14 will rezone the affected lands from D-Agricultural 1 District (DAG1) to D-Country Residential 1 District (DCR1) and from DCR1 to DAG1. Proposed Bylaw No. 12/14 will provide for the subdivision of a residential parcel and rezone land back to DAG1 where a proposed residential parcel never proceeded. b) The proposed Bylaw No. 13/14 will rezone the affected lands from D-Agricultural 1 District (DAG1) to D-Country Residential 1 District (DCR1). Proposed Bylaw No. 13/14 will provide for the subdivision of a residential parcel. c) The proposed Bylaw No. 15/14 will provide for textual amendments to: a. address discrepancies between flanking yard setbacks measured from the centerline of road allowances and from property lines; b. revise flanking yard setbacks in Section 5; and c. add a new definition, abut or abutting, to Section 6.

AFFECTED LANDS The affected lands are: a) That portion of the NW 10-37-4-W3 as shown shaded and hatched on Map 1 (Bylaw 12/14). b) That portion of the NE 10-37-4-W3 as shown shaded on Map 2 (Bylaw 13/14). c) All lands contained within the Corman Park-Saskatoon Planning District.

MAP 1

MAP 2

MAP 2

The property may generally be described as being PT NE 34-36-3 W3, 2 miles East of Highway #316 along highway #5.

REASON The intent of the amendment is to provide for intensive residential development in the area described herein.

INTENT The proposed Bylaw #2/2014 will allow for: 1.) Zoning Changes as follows: Section 13(c) is amended to read: A boat house shall have a maximum building floor area of one thousand (1000) square feet (92.903 square meters).

This will allow for a building in the boat house area to be larger than previously provided for where two or more boat lots have been consolidated into one parcel.

PUBLIC INSPECTION Any person may inspect the proposed Bylaw at the R.M. of Corman Park No. 344 Office at 111 Pinehouse Drive, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, up to 5:00 p.m. until Friday, May 16, 2014.

PUBLIC HEARING Council will hold a public hearing on Monday, May 22, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers at the R.M. of Corman Park No. 344 Office to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed Bylaws. All written comments received by 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 13, 2014, will be forwarded to Council.

Issued April 23, 2014 at the City of Saskatoon, in the Province of Saskatchewan.

Adam Tittemore, Administrator

PUBLIC INSPECTION Any person may inspect the proposed Bylaw at the R.M. of Corman Park No. 344 Office at 111 Pinehouse Drive, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, up to 5:00 p.m. until Friday, May 16, 2014.

PUBLIC HEARING Council will hold a public hearing on Monday, May 22, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers at the R.M. of Corman Park No. 344 Office to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed Bylaws. All written comments received by 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 13, 2014, will be forwarded to Council.

Issued April 23, 2014 at the City of Saskatoon, in the Province of Saskatchewan.

Adam Tittemore, Administrator

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SREDA’s Regional Housing Study Phase 1 SREDA’s Regional Committee requested McNair Business Development Inc. to help them develop a ten-year housing forecast in 2013. The committee requested a comprehensive housing needs/demand assessment for all segments of the housing continuum (seniors, students, income assisted, market housing, etc.) so they can plan effectively.

Twenty towns, villages and rural municipalities in the SREDA Region participated in the online housing survey and/or consultations with the McNair consultant team during Fall 2013. The survey and consultations involved municipal growth, capacity and readiness, planning, development, infrastructure, housing, and local amenities and services.

The SREDA Region, which excludes Saskatoon, will continue to experience robust growth over the next ten years.

According to the McNair Economic Model, by 2023 there will be another 18,961 people living in the region. This represents a 40 percent jump in population.

Approximately 40 percent of the new people coming to the region, or about 7,400, will settle on acreages in rural municipalities. The level of demand for acreages varies by rural municipality. The other 60 percent, or about 11,200, will move into the region’s two cities, towns and villages. While the rural and urban municipalities will attract new residents, 76 percent of these residents will elect to reside in the top ten growth list.

The total regional housing demand is driven by population growth, which is broken down into the four housing continuum categories (social, affordable, entry level and market). The medium growth scenario, forecasted by the McNair Economic Model, indicates the SREDA Region will need 5,793 new housing units by 2023. “Housing units” includes both for

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According to the online survey, the most difficult issue in the SREDA Region, and the same is true provincially, is the lack of affordable rentals and houses for sale.

Many municipalities have also identified there is an expanding need for more seniors housing, which is understandable given the aging of the baby boom generation. By 2023 the McNair Economic Model projects a 45 percent boost in the number of seniors 65 or older in the region—an increase of 2,903 seniors. An expanding need for more seniors housing has been identified as a priority target in many municipalities of the region. The high demand for market priced housing is due to the fact that most of the migration into the region will be into relatively well paying jobs in mining, construction and manufacturing. However, low paying service sector jobs will also be created, and a larger population also means a larger number of people dependent on social programs. Therefore SREDA has indicated Seniors Housing and the Rental Market along with Affordable Market Housing as priority targets in the region.

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2011 Population 8,354 7,716 7,084 2,714 2,015 1,787 1,702 1,572 1,290 1,240

2023 Population 11,708 10,814 9,928 3,804 2,824 2,505 2,385 2,203 1,808 1,738

Estimated Increase 3,354 3,098 2,844 1,090 809 718 683 631 518 498

2022 37 41 12 398 489

Total 479 517 149 4,648 5,793

Phase II of the SREDA Regional Housing Study will take place in 2014 using the formula baseline data from phase I to develop strategies for each municipality as they work toward individual housing plans.

SREDA Region Medium Growth Demand Assisted Units Affordable Units Entry Level Units Market Units Total Units

2013 33 45 11 427 516

2014 47 56 17 531 651

2015 27 38 10 357 431

2016 33 36 10 349 427

2017 75 81 21 800 978

2018 30 42 19 332 424

2019 90 60 15 310 474

2020 37 41 12 391 480

2021 37 41 12 396 486

2023 33 37 11 356 438

THURSDAY, MAY 8, 2014 • CLARK’S CROSSING GAZETTE

Dalmeny Community Needs Pilot Project A community needs assessment is a tool to collect important data on household shopping patterns, employment locations, shopping preferences and average annual spending in the community’s immediate trade area.

Community needs assessment information is gathered through a survey mechanism to help municipal councils make more informed decisions on future planning and business development activities.

The Town of Dalmeny participated in SREDA’s Community Needs Assessment pilot project in 2013. Key findings from the survey respondents and project results included: • Out of 640 possible survey responses, 130 surveys were completed (86 online, 44

in-person paper surveys) for a 20.3 percent overall survey response rate.

• Average number of people residing in households was 3.5 people.

• 69.11 percent of survey respondents are employed in Saskatoon.

• 97.64 percent of survey respondents indicated that they would shop local if they had access to the shopping options their household was looking for.

• The top 5 business categories survey respondents listed in order of importance for Dalmeny were: fuel, grocery, restaurant, pharmacy and hardware. Of these responses, survey respondents indicated that the lack of a gas station caused them to have to purchase fuel outside of their community.

• Additional feedback most identified by survey respondents with regard to specific businesses/business categories they would like to see in Dalmeny included: 31 responses (42%) would like to see a gas station, 24 responses (32 percent) would like to see either licensed dining, a lounge or liquor vendor and 16 responses (21 percent) would like to see

another dining option (bistro, family dining or fast food).

• Project recommendations based on data collected include: attracting a gas station/convenience store, working with their existing business base to help expand where applicable and attracting complimentary businesses to enhance Dalmeny’s local economy.

Dalmeny Town Council is currently undertaking Step II of their project by working directly with Jensen Consulting Group to implement project recommendations. To date, Dalmeny has implemented a new business bylaw, economic development incentives, business development guide, upgraded business information on the community’s website and is currently finalizing their business visitation program.

Regional Planning for Growth The purpose of the Saskatoon Regional Growth Summit led by SREDA in November 2013 was to bring together regional participants to consider and discuss the opportunities to shape and define the future of the Saskatoon Region from a cooperative value added base for sustained, orderly and collective economic growth and prosperity.

The Summit fulfilled and achieved its espoused mandate to engage the regional participants, increase awareness and understanding, identify the critical issues, principles and opportunities and mostly to determine collective interest in pursuing this objective with an active agenda.

With over 250 in attendance it was the intent of the organizers to gauge and build a base foundation of understanding and flag the critical

principles and framework for a regional plan and planning body. This was achieved with strong resolve and order of magnitude consensus. All the right factors are aligning in the Saskatoon region—there is substantial projected growth, momentum is positive, and interest is high.

Building on the momentum created from best practices and lessons learned at the Summit, SREDA feels it is imperative to continue moving the regional planning initiative forward. SREDA believes in the tremendous potential of the Saskatoon Region and is committed to translating that potential into reality by working together with the municipalities in the Saskatoon Region towards community readiness for growth and inter-municipal communication and collaboration.

THURSDAY, MAY 8, 2014 • CLARK’S CROSSING GAZETTE

Regional Economic Development Authority Regional Economic Development Authority

SREDA Regional SREDA Membership Regional Membership

Regional Memberships support SREDA to deliver on a number of critical regional initiatives that contribute to the long-term growth and diversity Regional Memberships support SREDA deliver of our economy.

The continued supporttofrom our on a number of critical regional initiatives that Regional Members is vital to help us achieve this contribute to the long-term growth and diversity goal together. of our economy. The continued support from our Regional Members is vital to helpCommittee us achieve this SREDA’s 2013 Regional Member goal together. includes: RM of Aberdeen #373, RM of Blucher #343, RM of Corman Park #344, RM of Dundurn SREDA’s 2013 Member #314, Town ofRegional Aberdeen, Town ofCommittee Dalmeny, Town includes: RM of Aberdeen #373, RMofofLangham, Blucher of Delisle, Town of Dundurn, Town #343, RM of Corman Park #344, RM of Dundurn Town of Osler, Town of Rosthern, Town of #314, TownWhitecap of Aberdeen, Town of Nation Dalmeny, Town Waldheim, Dakota First and City of Delisle, Town of Dundurn, Town of Langham, of Saskatoon.

Town of Osler, Town of Rosthern, Town of Waldheim, Whitecap Dakota FirstinNation and of City SREDA continues to be involved a number of Saskatoon. exciting regional initiatives, some in response to rapid growth while others are in preparation for SREDA continuesgrowth. to be involved a number future economic In 2014inSREDA will of exciting regional initiatives, some in response continue to innovate in the areas of business to rapid growth while others are and in preparation attraction, business retention expansion,for and future economic growth.

In 2014 SREDA will an promotion of the Saskatoon Region to become continue to innovate in the areas of business even stronger economic force in Canada. attraction, business retention and expansion, and promotion of the Saskatoon Regionyour to become For more information on renewing existingan even stronger economic force in Canada. membership or joining as a new member within the SREDA region, go to sreda.com or email: For more information on renewing your existing info@sreda.com membership or joining as a new member within the SREDA region, go to sreda.com or email: info@sreda.com

Investor Information Investor Information

The SREDA region represents over one quarter of the population of Saskatchewan at 268,739 The SREDA region represents over (2011 Census) one quarter of the population of Saskatchewan at 268,739 (2011 Census)

SREDA relies on its private sector investors to provide a portion of its annual operating funding for project development to build a stronger regional economy. In addition to developing regional projects, SREDA also hosts regular networking sessions, industry profile events and meets with individual investors and non-investors to SREDA relies on itson private sector investors to provide portion ofasitspart annual funding forProgram. project share information what’s happening in the regionala economy of itsoperating Private Sector (PSI) development to build a stronger regional economy. In addition to developing regional projects, SREDA also hosts regular networking sessions, in industry profile eventssector and meets with individual investors and non-investors to or If your business is interested becoming a private investor member please call SREDA at (306)664-0720 share information on what’s happening in the regional economy as part of its Private Sector (PSI) Program. go to http://www.sreda.com/about-sreda/how-to-join/

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If your business is interested in becoming a private sector investor member please call SREDA at (306)664-0720 or go to http://www.sreda.com/about-sreda/how-to-join/ For Saskatoon Region business and economic development inquiries, please contact:

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Saskatoon Regional Economic Development Authority (SREDA) Suite 103, 202 4th Avenue N | Saskatoon, SK | S7K 0K1 | Ph. 306.664.0720 | info@sreda.com | www.sreda.com | www.livingsaskatoon.com For Saskatoon Region business and economic development inquiries, please contact: Saskatoon Regional Economic Development Authority (SREDA) Suite 103, 202 4th Avenue N | Saskatoon, SK | S7K 0K1 | Ph. 306.664.0720 | info@sreda.com | www.sreda.com | www.livingsaskatoon.com