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A police tactical unit with the Integrated Organized Crime Unit North (IOC-N), a combined unit of the Saskatoon Police Service and the RCMP, raid a house on Guenther Crescent in Warman during the early morning hours of Wednesday, January 14. The raid was one of several that morning in a number of communities in Saskatchewan and Alberta. A total of 14 suspects were arrested and charged with a variety of offences ranging from drug trafficking and assault to weapons offences. Most of those arrested are members of two outlaw motorcycle gangs. Story and photos on pages 3 and 4.

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Warman firefighters save Colonsay woman’s life in daring ice rescue

By TERRY PUGH

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Warman emergency responders braved pitch black darkness, fast-flowing open water and unstable ice conditions to rescue a Colonsay woman whose vehicle broke through the ice of the South Saskatchewan River at the Clarkboro Ferry crossing on Friday, January 16.

Kelvin Ooms and Lee Olfert, two veterans of the Warman Fire and Rescue (WFR) team, saved the life of 49-yearold Joanne Brochu literally moments before her vehicle slipped under the ice.

The dramatic episode began about 6:30 p.m. when Brochu was returning to Colonsay from Warman. She opted to cross the river over the ice at the ferry crossing, despite the presence of open water, which was difficult to see because of the darkness at the crossing.

She got about three-quarters of the way across to the east bank when her SUV broke through.

Fortunately, the vehicle did not sink right away. She was able to climb onto the roof and use her cell phone to call 911.

About ten members of Warman Fire and Rescue answered that call and in a matter of minutes were assembling at the fire hall. Olfert and Ooms were picked to be the guys who went out on the ice, and they immediately suited up in cold-water gear. They formulated their plan as their emergency response vehicle raced to the ferry crossing, a distance of about nine kilometers, accompanied by a full RCMP escort.

When they reached the river, the rest of the WFR crew set up scene lighting while Olfert and Ooms got final instructions from their captain before heading out on the fragile ice.

In an interview the following day, Ooms and Olfert credited training and teamwork as the keys in overcoming the odds that night.

“On the way down to the ferry crossing, Lee and I came up with our plan of attack on how we were going to approach this individual,” said Ooms. “At that point we didn’t know how far gone the vehicle was, or even if she had gone under. We really didn’t know the full circumstances.”

Olfert said the biggest challenge was keeping the adrenaline rush under control, and focusing on the task at hand.

“You definitely start feeling the adrenaline,” said Olfert. “But the training and the knowledge kicked in and we laid out what we should do depending on the situation.”

TOTAL DARKNESS

Both firefighters were equipped with a quantity of rope, life preservers and an infrared camera loaned to them by the Warman RCMP detachment. The cameras allowed them to see Brochu standing on the roof of her half-submerged vehicle.

“Even with the scene lighting, we really couldn’t see her because it was so dark,” said Ooms. “We could make out a silhouette of her because there were headlights from a vehicle on the east bank shining at her. So that helped a little, but it was also difficult to see looking directly at that light.”

Ooms and Olfert crawled out onto the unstable ice.

“Lee said to me: ‘I’m the bigger guy, so you go first, and if you go in, then I’m going to be your anchor point,” said Ooms.

“So we separated ourselves to take off the amount of surface pressure on one part of the ice.

“There was quite a bit of open water, and my objective was to navigate around those open areas. Lee was focused on the half-submerged vehicle to make sure it wasn’t moving.

He was concentrating on that while I picked our way past the open water and over the ice heaves to get closer to her.

“All the while, we were talking to her, trying to keep her calm and reassure her that we were coming.”

About halfway across the river, both firefighters realized the pitch-black darkness was seriously hampering their progress.

“We hadn’t brought a flashlight,” said Ooms. “I turned to Lee and said: ‘I’m having a hard time seeing my way ahead.’ We questioned whether or not we should go back for more lighting, but we both looked at each other and decided to keep going. We’d come this far, we had committed ourselves, and we didn’t want to turn back now.”

That decision turned out to be critical.

CRITICAL MOMENTS

When they got within about 10 to 15 feet of Brochu, her vehicle suddenly started to move.

“Lee said: ‘Kelvin, I think her car is moving,’ and no sooner had he finished that statement then the woman started yelling: ‘My car is shifting!’.

So we looked up, and she had about three feet of open water in front of her vehicle.”

Ooms said it was obvious the woman would have to jump from the vehicle onto the ice.

“She wasn’t moving, and so I yelled at her to jump,” said Ooms. “But she hesitated, so Lee and I yelled to her a couple more times: ‘You’ve gotta jump!’ And finally she did. She jumped over the open water and landed on the ice and then proceeded to stand up.”

Ooms and Olfert knew that at the site of a break, ice tends to be very fragile and thin.

“So we instructed her to lay flat,” said Ooms. “To get down and spread her weight out so she didn’t go through. She listened to instructions perfectly. That was a big part of what helped save her life, quite honestly.”

“At that point, we tied Kelvin off, and he crawled right out to her, while navigating around the open water and ice heaves,” said Olfert. “I assumed by him going out there and coming back he could just follow his rope back, but I had to keep a little bit of tension on the rope.

And when he got out there I could hear them talking about the thin ice, so I tightened up his rope just in case he went through, and of course as soon as I did that the rope straightened and so now it’s stretched out over open water.

“He got hold of her and they started coming back toward me backwards, but that would have led him back to the open area,” continued Olfert. “So I yelled at him to tell him which direction to go.”

SAFE AND SOUND

Eventually Ooms and Brochu made it back to where Olfert was, and after checking to make sure she was okay, the three of them started back toward the west bank of the river, all the while navigating around

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Meanwhile, the rest of the WFR team, along with paramedics from MD Ambulance, had advanced as far out on the rigid ice as possible. A nearby acreage owner had also brought down an aluminum boat to aid in the rescue attempt. When Olfert and Ooms got Brochu to the waiting WFR team, they put her into the boat, gave her warm blankets and she was taken by paramedics to a waiting ambulance for assessment.

But that wasn’t the end of the ordeal.

“Lee and I were making our way back and he actually went through the ice,” said Ooms. “I saw his radio go skittering past me on the ice, and I knew he had broken through.”

“I did go for a bit of a swim,” said Olfert with a grin. “Fortunately, just the lower half of my body went in the water. There was a bit of another adrenaline rush going then, that’s for sure.

But I made it out and onto the ice and didn’t think any more about it until we got back to shore.”

And that’s when both men, who had remained so calm throughout the ordeal, began to shake.

“Once we realized it was over and she was safe, that’s when the emotions hit,” said Ooms.

“It was an experience that both of us will never forget.

But that’s what we all train for.

You never know what situation you’re going to be faced with, and it’s all part of the job. The thing that really makes a difference is that we are all part of a brotherhood. We train together and we reassure each other and we all know that we’ve got each other’s back, regardless of what happens.”

Both Ooms and Olfert downplayed their heroism, but Brochu told reporters in later interviews that she owes her life to their incredible act of courage.

“They will always be my heroes, and they will be my family’s heroes,” Brochu said.

For the firefighters, the fact that no one was killed or injured in the rescue was a huge reward.

“This was such a great success story,” said Ooms. “It could have been a lot worse.

We’re fortunate the only things lost here were a vehicle and some personal items. But everybody went home to their families that night and that’s what makes the training and all the work worthwhile. This is what it’s all about.”

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CRACKDOWN Police raid houses in Warman as part of major drug bust operation

By TERRY JENSON

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Detective Inspector Jerome Engele (left) and RCMP Staff Sergeant Doovan Fisher with the Integrated Organized Crime Unit - North, a combined unit of the Saskatoon Police Service and RCMP

Under the cover of darkness, police from several agencies including the RCMP, began storming homes in Warman, Saskatoon as well as other parts of Saskatchewan and Alberta during the early morning hours of Wednesday, January 14.

In Warman, police armed with rifles surrounded a home on the 100 block of Guenther Crescent in the Southlands neighbourhood as well as a home on Crystal Springs Drive.

Witness reports indicated a “large man with tattoos” came out of the Crystal Springs Drive home with his hands up and was quickly whisked from the scene. Other reports of shots being fired at that location were denied by Meier.

On Guenther Crescent, a large armoured RCMP tactical vehicle was planted at the end of the home’s driveway while

several officers in uniform and in fatigues entered and exited the duplex. The majority of the police vehicles left the scene at about 8:15 as a member entered the home with plastic bags and other materials used for evidence collection.

Police said there is no risk to public safety. At the time of the raid they were not prepared to comment on whether or not there were other raids underway in other locations or how long the search operations would last.

In addition to the Warman locations, police also searched locations in the Saskatoon neighbourhoods of Evergreen, Silverwood Heights and also had the Hell’s Angels clubhouse in Holiday Park surrounded.

The raids were later confirmed to be part of a larger operation known as Project Forseti, conducted by Saskatoon Police, RCMP, and other police agencies in Saskatchewan and Alberta.

Police raids take big bite out of organized crime in western Canada

By TERRY PUGH

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A series of early morning raids on the Hell’s Angels headquarters in Saskatoon, as well as a number of residences in Saskatoon, Warman, Star City, Melfort, Nipawin, Red Deer and Calgary has taken a big bite out of an organized crime ring in Saskatchewan.

Project Forseti, a coordinated investigation by the Integrated Organized Crime Unit North (IOC-North), a combined unit made up of members of the Saskatoon Police Service and the RCMP, culminated in a series of pre-dawn raids by heavily-armed police tactical squads on Wednesday, January 14.

The raids resulted in the seizure of illicit drugs with an estimated street value of $8 million; approximately 200 firearms and thousands of rounds of ammunition; and roughly $100,000 cash related to the proceeds of crime.

A total of 3,358 fentanyl pills (counterfeit oxycontin) were seized during the raids, along with 5.4 kilograms of methamphetamine; 2.6 kilograms of cocaine; 107 grams of heroin; 145 pounds of marihuana; 456 dilaudid pills; and 454 grams of cannabis resin (hash). A conducted energy weapon, four ballistic vests, and seven vehicles were also seized.

It was one of the most significant drug busts in western Canada, and goes a long way toward cleaning up the streets of Saskatoon and area, according to Detective Inspector Jerome Engele with the Saskatoon Police Service’s Investigative Support Section of the Criminal Investigation Division.

At a news conference at the Saskatoon Police Service headquarters on Thursday, January 15, Engele and RCMP Staff Sergeant Donovan Fisher, Officer in Charge of the Integrated Organized Crime North, outlined the scope of Project Forseti, an

investigation that began in November, 2013. Two outlaw motorcycle gangs: the Hell’s Angels and the Fallen Saints, were targeted in the investigation.

Engele said the Fallen Saints are a “puppet club” of the Hell’s Angels.

SUSPECTS ARRESTED

A total of 14 adults were arrested during the raids, including: Bradley Carl Mann of Martensville; John Feteke, Carl Trobak, Justin Smith, Daryl Nagy,, Rob Allen, Ryan Hillman, Mark Michael Nowakowski, Christopher Keith Lester, Layne Joseph James Boorman, and Travis Matthew Miles, all of Saskatoon; Armand Hounjet of Melfort; and Thai Duong Tran of Vancouver.

Rob Allen is a full-patch member of the Hell’s Angels.

Mark Nowakowski is the local president of the Fallen Saints.

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DRUGS, GUNS SEIZED IN RAIDS

Approximately 200 firearms were seized during the police raids on Wednesday, January 14

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Fallen Saints gang hit hard by sweeping police raids

By TERRY PUGH

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The massive police raids that saw 14 people arrested on a variety of drug, weapons and assault charges have dealt a major blow to the Fallen Saints, a “puppet club” of the Hell’s Angels outlaw motorcycle club, according to Detective Inspector Jerome Engele of the Saskatoon Police Service (SPS).

At a news conference at SPS headquarters on Thursday, January 15, Engele said the arrest of several members of the Fallen Saints, including its local president, Mark Michael Nowakowski, seriously hurts the organization.

In response to the question: “Is this the end of the Fallen Saints in Saskatoon?”, Engele said: “I can’t speak for the Fallen Saints, but I can speak for the Saskatoon Police Service and the citizens of Saskatoon, and we certainly hope it is, but time will tell.”

On Friday, January 16, Nowakowski was released on $10,000 bail. He was released on condition that he not be in contact with any member of either the Fallen Saints or Hell’s Angels clubs and cannot be at the organization’s clubhouses. Carl Trobak was released on $3500 bail, Bradley Mann and John Fekete were released on $2500 bail, Christopher Lester and Layne Boorman were released on $5,000 bail. All have similar conditions to Nowakowski.

Two “full patch” members of the Hell’s Angels were also arrested in the raids, Engele confirmed. The police intend to use evidence at the upcoming court trial to prove that the Hell’s Angels is a criminal organization, he said.

“We have to prove everything in a court of law,” said Engele. He noted that the Hell’s

Angels is designated as a criminal organization in Ontario, and added that several Ontario Hell’s Angels members have been “in and out of Saskatoon for the last two years” associating with local Hell’s Angels members.

“Looks like a duck, walks like a duck,” said Engele.

INTIMIDATION TACTICS

He said Hell’s Angels members wear the organization’s colours and clothing on the streets as a way of intimidating others.

“They identify themselves as a member of that group,” he said. “They wear those colours when they walk out in the streets of the city of Saskatoon, to garner that distance so that no one will come near them, to show power, to show that they are a force.

“In the end, we want to have organized crime charges laid,” he said. “Until that is proven in a court of law we can’t say that.”

But, Engele added, both the Hell’s Angels and Fallen Saints are making their presence felt in several centres.

“We have two organized crime groups that are beating people up on the streets,” he said. “We had a show of force where thirty to fifty members showed up in a bar in Prince Albert. They show up to show their force, that they are going to own these places. They don’t.

We, the public, own these places and we, the police, will enforce the laws.”

INCREASE IN HEROIN

Engele said the seizure of 107 grams of heroin in the raid earlier this week is the biggest amount ever confiscated in Saskatoon.

“It is not common for heroin to be in Saskatoon,” said

Engele. “In fact, until recently, we saw very little. In my 34 years in the police service we have seized, tops, four grams of heroin, in total. So this is an extremely large amount.”

Engele said the rise in highly-addictive crystal meth is responsible for the demand for heroin by users.

He said organized crime is doing a “lucrative business” in Saskatchewan “because we have (members of the) public out there who aren’t being cautious. They’re using illegal drugs. They’re using cocaine.

And these aren’t just normal, little street people making mistakes. These are some of our socalled better businessmen.

“So they are aiding this crime by buying the product.”

But sooner or later, the law will catch up to them, said Engele.

“By the way, we’re watching,” he said. “They’ll all end up in jail one day.”

The seizure of 3,358 fentanyl (fake oxycontin) pills and the pill presses used to manufacture them, as well as the arrest of so many suspects involved in trafficking will put a dent in the drug trade locally, but it won’t completely stop it, said Engele. Other sources of supply will likely pop up.

“We want to caution the public that taking pharmaceuticals which are not prescribed to you is never safe,” he said. “We know there will still be pills for sale on the streets and we know the makeup of counterfeit oxycontin has changed to look more like the authentic pill.

“The only way to prevent injury or death from an illegal pharmaceutical is not to take them.”

Three people died recently in Saskatoon from consuming fentanyl pills.

Weapons and drugs seized during the raids were displayed at Saskatoon Police Service headquarters January 15

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Drugs, guns seized in raids Another Hell’s Angels fullpatch member, Terry Eide of Calgary, was also arrested.

The men are charged with various offences ranging from trafficking in a controlled substance, assault, possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000, and weapons trafficking.

All are members of either the Hell’s Angels or Fallen Saints motorcycle gangs, with the exception of one individual, said Engele.

Earlier this month, intelligence information gathered during Project Forseti resulted in a search in Burnaby, BC, where two pill presses and several kilograms of pre-mixed powders were seized. These types of pill presses are industrial level machines commonly associated with the production of MDMA (ecstasy) and fentanyl. Investigators became

TERRY PUGH | CLARK’S CROSSING GAZETTE

Weapons and drugs seized during the raids were displayed for the media at the Saskatoon Police Service headquarters on Thursday, January 15

aware of the pill presses after the deaths related to counterfeit oxycontin in September, 2014.

Fisher said the investigation is ongoing and additional arrests are anticipated in the coming weeks.

TARGETED RAIDS

Fisher said the “higher-risk” residences and businesses were targeted first. The raids were successful in that all the individuals the police had warrants for were arrested in the roundup, he said.

He noted that Bradley Carl Mann, one of the suspects who has been arrested and charged, was picked up at a residence in Warman. While Mann’s address is listed as Martensville, Fisher said most of the suspects tends to be transient.

“The lifestyle of these people is such that they tend to move regularly,” said Fisher. “We be-

lieve that is where they were living at the time. It’s speculation to say that this is their permanent or full time residence, but they did appear to be living in these residences at the time they were arrested.”

The raids were timed to occur when the suspects would be caught off-guard.

“The people we are dealing with in these types of investigations don’t get up at 7 a.m. to go to work,” said Fisher. “They get up at 2 or 3 o’clock in the afternoon and they continue their operations until 2 or 3 in the morning. The timing gave us a tactical advantage.”

He said the raids were carefully planned and skillfully executed to minimize the risk to public safety. The fact that no one was injured was significant given the huge quantity of firearms seized in the operation.

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Potash Corp asked to fix road construction mistake

By JAMES TARRANT james@ccgazette.ca

The RM of Corman Park’s Director of Public works Joe Stewart provided an update on an upgrade along Range Road 3065 and Township Road 360 during a RM Council Meeting, January 5.

Information presented to council stated that the upgrade was undertaken by the Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan (PCS) last year in order to gain access to a pump station and force main in the area.

There was an oversight at the time of the servicing agreement for the road upgrade, which meant that the road was mistakenly constructed outside of the road right-of-way by PCS. In order to rectify the situa-

tion a portion of the old easement must be titled in the name of the crown as a realigned road right-of-way.

To create a road widening vested in the Crown there are a number of conditions PCS needs to have in place.

They first need to secure a R.M. resolution, which states the R.M. is in favor of the road widening. They will need to have a sale agreement drawn up which indicates that the road widening has been sold to the Crown for an agreed upon price (usually $1).

A land surveyor must prepare a plan of proposed subdivision showing the road areas to be taken.

This plan is then sent to ISC for examination and approval where the plan is then sent to

the Ministry of Highways & Infrastructure (MHI), along with the R.M. resolution and agreements for sale.

MHI will then examine the plan and issue a Transform Approval Certificate (TAC) creation memo.

The land surveyor takes that memo back to ISC who will then receive the TAC, which is used to create title for the new road parcels.

At this time PCS is requesting the R.M.’s support to go through the legal process of securing the rights-of-way and vested roadway parcels to widen Range Road 3065 and Township Road 360.

“The easiest way to describe what happened is that you have a 20 metre original road allowance. Typically you go five and

five. What PCS has done is give us just ten on one side. Then what they did is shift the road over again at ten,” said Stewart. “What has happened is that we probably have a metre to a metre and a half of actual road top that is now sitting on the easement side because you have your original 20. There is a section of road top that is in easement in the original title for the road.”

Stewart said it was a dangerous situation because the road was constructed in a way where oncoming traffic would have been colliding into one another.

The error cost PCS about half a million dollars.

Council decided unanimously in favour of the widening project by PCS.

Rosthern RCMP stop dangerous driver on Highway 11 On Wednesday, January 14, 2015, at approximately 5:30 p.m., Rosthern RCMP received a request to assist Saskatoon Police Service following a dangerous driver traveling northbound on Highway 11 in a white GMC F350 truck.

Rosthern RCMP set up a road block on Highway #11 about four kilometers south of Rosthern. Traffic traveling on Highway 11 was pulled over to the right lane and the left lane was blocked with a marked RCMP vehicle with emergency lights activated. The truck travelled towards the road block, struck a civilian vehicle and an RCMP vehicle and failed to stop.

Two RCMP vehicles continued northbound on Highway

#11 following the truck. Five kilometers south of the town of MacDowall, the suspect crossed the center ditch and began travelling north in the southbound lanes into oncoming traffic.

Multiple vehicles managed to avoid colliding with the truck.

Prince Albert RCMP set up a road block near the south entrance to MacDowall to stop southbound traffic. The truck swerved, missing a PA RCMP officer in reflective gear who had to run into the ditch to avoid being hit.

The truck continued traveling north in the southbound lane for several kilometers before it turned west on a grid road and stopped due to mechanical reasons. The lone male driver was arrested on

Rosthern journalist passes

By RENAY KOWALCZYK Editor, Sask Valley News

The Town of Rosthern and the Saskastchewan Valley News lost a friend, colleague and strong supporter when Jim Craik passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 15 at the age of 65.

Jim began freelance writing for the Valley News almost 15 years ago with his passions being sports and human interest stories.

He also wrote articles for the Visitors’ Guide, and the Valley News “Our Town” features.

His last story was published on July 31, 2014 featuring former Rosthern resident Roberta Kramchynsky and the Midnight Suns.

Throughout 2014 he wrote approximately 10 stories, including Robyn Regehr winning the Stanley Cup in June.

Jim was first diagnosed with a brain tumour in 2013 and underwent his first surgery in October 2013.

He underwent his second surgery in September 2014.

Following this surgery his passion for writing continued as he came into our office and said he had several articles he would like to pursue, unfortunately his health did not permit this to happen.

Jim was a promoter of Rosthern and very involved with many organizations and committees. He was very passionate about everything that he was involved with.

Jim leaves to mourn his passing his wife Carol; daughters Colleen (David Fourney) and Laura (Tyson Wheeler); and grandchildren Paxton James Wheeler, four years

old and grandpa’s pride and joy and Linden Cade Wheeler, 20 months old.

scene without incident. Fortunately no police officers or civilians were injured in the incident.

David Able Adams (DOB: 1974/08/01) from Saskatoon is charged with dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, refusal to provide breath sample, failure to stopat scene of accident, operation of motor vehicle

while being pursued by police, section 249.1(2) of the Criminal possession of property obtain by crime over $5000.00, assault on peace officer with weapon causing bodily harm, driving while disqualified/prohibited. David Adams made his first cappearance in Prince Albert Provincial Court January 15.

He is due back Jan 22.

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TOWN OF DUNDURN PUBLIC NOTICE TO AMEND THE ZONING BYLAW

Public notice is hereby given that the Council of the Town of Dundurn intends to adopt a bylaw under The Planning and Development Act, 1983 to amend Bylaw 11-87, known as the Zoning Bylaw.

INTENT The proposed Bylaw No. 2015-01 will allow for the piece of land legally described as NW 1/4 Section 3-33-4-W3M to be rezoned as per the Town’s Future Land Use Map Appendix C: a) Rezone affected lands from Agriculture (AG) to Residential 2 District (R2). Proposed Bylaw 2015-01 will provide for the subdivision of a residential parcel. b) Rezone affected lands from Agriculture (AG) to Commercial 1 District (C1). Proposed Bylaw 2015-01 will provide for the subdivision of a commercial parcel. c) Rezone affected lands from Agriculture (AG) to Urban Reserve District (UR).

Proposed Bylaw 2015-01 will provide for the subdivision of land required to be dedicated as urban reserve. d) Rezone affected lands from Agriculture (AG) to Community Service District (CS).

Proposed Bylaw 2015-01 will provide for the subdivision of land for recreational and municipal use (sports centre with indoor ice rink and municipal offices).

AFFECTED LANDS a) The affected lands are that portion of NW 1/4 Section 3-33-4W3M shown shaded on Map A (Bylaw 2015-01)

Map A AG to R2

b) The affected lands are that portion of NW 1/4 Section 3-33-4W3M shown shaded on Map B (Bylaw 2015-01)

Public notice is hereby given to repeal all previous bylaws enacted by the R.M. of Corman Park No. 344 on the following list of properties, listed by Surface Parcel Number: Surface Parcel Numbers: 202813613; 153442841, 202813602, 202813590, 145364159, 145364092, 145364070, 164365016, 118598080, 164854086, 164854075, 135682094, 135682106, 135682296, 145390585, 145390507, 145390563, 145390484, 145390462, 145390158, 145390147, 153835689, 145390215, 145390181, 145390204, 145390169, 161604211 The Council will consider this application at 6:30pm on February 23rd, 2015 in Council Chambers at the Warman City Office, located at 107 Central Street West. Council will hear any person or group wishing to comment on the proposed bylaw repeal. Council will also consider written comments received at the hearing or delivered to the undersigned at the City Office before the hearing.

Map B AG to C1

c) The affected lands are that portion of NW 1/4 Section 3-33-4W3M shown shaded on Map C (Bylaw 2015-01)

Issued at Warman, Saskatchewan, January 28th, 2015 Chris Hilash, Community Planner

Jim Craik

Map C AG to UR 15014SKK00

d) The affected lands are that portion of NW 1/4 Section 3-33-4W3M shown shaded on Map D (Bylaw 2015-01)

Map D AG to CS

PUBLIC INSPECTION The proposed bylaw may be inspected by any person at the Dundurn Town Office between 9 am – noon and 1 pm to 5 pm, Monday through Friday. Bylaw copies are available at no cost.

PUBLIC HEARING Council will hold a public hearing on Monday, February 9, 2015 at 8:00 p.m. in the Dundurn Town Council Chambers, Dundurn, Saskatchewan, to hear any person or group that want to comment on the proposed Bylaw. Council will also consider all written comments if received by 4:00 p.m. Friday, February 6, 2015.

15013SKK01

Issued January 12, 2015 at The Town of Dundurn, in the Province Saskatchewan.

Eileen Prosser, Administrator

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Call 911, don’t drive to the fire hall

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Residents of communities surrounding Saskatoon should call 911 in a medical or other emergency.

The dispatcher at the other end of the 911 line will advise on what to do while also notifying first responders, police and firefighting personnel.

In the event of a serious emergency, such as a cardiac arrest, this could literally mean the difference between life and death.

“In the case of a medical emergency, such as a cardiac arrest, don’t drive down to the fire hall expecting that someone will be there to help you,” advised Warman Deputy Fire Chief Russ Austin in an interview on Monday, January 19.

“We had someone show up here at the hall about 5:30 this morning in their car, and of course, the door was locked and there was no one here. So they called 911 from their car and we responded to the emergency till the ambulance arrived.”

Austin said it’s understandable that some people may think the fire hall in Warman is staffed full-time 24 hour a day, but that’s not the case.

The firefighters are trained to professional standards, but other than the deputy chief, who is a city employee, they are volunteers.

“We do about 300 calls a year, so people hear sirens every day and they see us out there doing our thing,” said Austin. “We have a big community presence, but we’re not at the hall all the time. We are on call and respond to emergencies when we are notified by MD Ambulance, which is our 911 dispatch centre.”

Austin said the average response time for first responders in Warman is just over eight minutes. “So regardless of where they are, we’ll be able to get there in almost the same amount of time,” he said. “Sometimes if people have a cardiac or respiratory emergency, just simply moving them, or loading them into a car, could do more harm than good. We prefer that they stay where they are, call 911, and follow the instructions from the 911 dispatcher, and we’ll take it from there.”

Austin noted that First Responders have a medical response vehicle that looks very similar to an ambulance, but First Responders are not permitted to transport patients to hospital. That responsibility falls to professional paramedics with MD Ambulance.

The misconception that First Responders are available to treat medical emergencies at the local fire hall is not limited to Warman. It’s the same situation in Martensville, which also responds to hundreds of medical and fire calls every year. In the case of Martensville, all the personnel, including the chief and deputy chief, are volunteers.

Emergency responders in every community, including Martensville, Warman, Dalmeny, Langham, Osler, Hepburn, Hague, Clavet, Dundurn, Delisle, Aberdeen, Borden, Radisson and Sunset Estates, are trained to professional standards. They are there when you need them, but remember, they are on call. They are not at the fire hall around the clock.

Emergencies happen when you least expect them. The key thing to remember is to stay calm and call 911. It’s a system that works.

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“It’s dismaying to see the premier of the ‘new Saskatchewan’ quickly revert to the ways of the old as soon as the province’s resource-based economy hits what might be a prolonged rough patch,” the newspaper editorial noted.

What the editorial was referring to was a suggestion from Wall earlier this month that his government might reconsider the commitment he made when he came to power in 2007 to dedicate 20 per cent of provincial sales tax (PST) revenue to municipalities as a way to stabilize municipal financing.

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“That would include looking at the spirit and the principle of sharing own-source revenues with municipalities like we had intended and, perhaps, sitting down with municipalities to try to find what the adjustment might be.”

The newspaper editorial specifically noted Wall’s musings are particularly discouraging for Saskatoon and Regina that have already set their up-coming annual budgets based on the $46 million and $40 million, respectively, they anticipate getting from the PST. But it is equally disheartening for smaller cities and towns throughout rural Saskatchewan because they have even less flexibility.

Sure, “everything needs to be on the table” as Wall deals with oil below $50 US a barrel.

But, as the StarPhoenix noted, what the premier is “pro-

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posing to do is to off-load costs onto municipal taxpayers who are already shouldering a disproportionate share of the burden associated with the province’s growth.”

In other words, even if you are a booming community like Estevan, Weyburn, Swift Current, Kindersley, Moosomin, Langenburg that has benefited from the oil and potash mine building boom, you suffer as much as a community struggling to keep up with the needs of an aging tax base, and it appears you are again going to be first in line to solve the government’s revenue shortfall.

It was the way previous NDP governments handled matters; a way often criticized

by Wall and his Sask. Party opposition. In fact, it vowed to fight back and did so by removing education property tax on agriculture land.

Now, Wall wants municipalities to either cut services or increase their own taxes (something municipalities were constantly forced to do under the NDP) so he can balance his own provincial budget as the Sask. Party heads

towards a provincial election.

As was the case when NDP governments used to pull the same stunt, it’s a cheap way to handle a problem that lacks political fortitude. One might have expected better from the Wall government.

If everything is truly on the table, there are other options; albeit ones that won’t be especially popular, either.

Service cuts to the provincial government; including downsizing of the provincial service sector where wages account for 70 per cent of the costs; is one idea.

Unfortunately, that would have to mean cuts to education and health spending and we already see the problems in places like nursing homes.

One other option would be harmonizing the PST with the GST; essentially a tax grab as we would be taxing more goods and also services.

Of course, no one likes this idea, either, but this would actually offer more stability for both the provincial and the municipal governments.

And, heaven knows, our municipalities need more stability; not less.

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Warman Fire and Rescue current and past members attending the organization’s 50th anniversary supper included: Deputy Fire Chief Russ Austin, Lt. Bob Fenner, Fire Chief Gord Thompson, Albert Taylor, Ken McSheffrey, Terry Hamm (retired), Brian Revet, Henry Ens (retired), Lee Olfert, Dan Klassen (retired), Lt. Jason Coutts, John Friesen (retired), Greg Baker, Cpt. Dennis Froese, Ken Goebel, Marlin Wall (retired), Elmer Boehr (retired), Kelvin Ooms, Yvonne Fenner, Jason Kent, Bryce McGillis, Jon Jackman, Peter Weber, Rod Clayton, Bill Braun (retired), Cpt. Russell Vaagen, Randy Meganbir (retired), Wes Hrapchak, Larry Nelson (retired), Kim Barker (retired), Battalion Chief Kevin Schwartz TERRY PUGH | CLARK’S CROSSING GAZETTE

Warman Fire and Rescue honours alumni at 50th anniversary gathering

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Over the last four years, the number of emergency medical, fire, motor vehicle collision and rescue calls the Warman Fire and Rescue (WFR) service has responded to has nearly doubled.

“In 2011, we did 154 calls,” said Warman Deputy Fire Chief Russ Austin. “In 2012, we did 198. In 2013, we responded to 227 calls, and this past year, 2014, we had 298 calls.”

That shows just how busy the growing community has become, and illustrates the need for a highly-trained group of people who are ready to step up when called upon.

Founded in 1964 when half a dozen volunteers in the small town got together to form a fire brigade, the department has grown to about 30 members who are certified to North American professional firefighting standards, and who are also certified as First Responders who can attend to medical emergencies until paramedics arrive with an ambulance.

On Saturday, January 17, WFR paid tribute to the many members who have served in the fire department over the past fifty years. At a supper at the fire hall, former members, including two of the original founders, John Friesen and Elmer Boehr, were honoured.

Warman Mayor Sheryl

Spence told the gathering that the history of the fire department should be celebrated, not just preserved.

“Fifty years ago, gas was 25 cents a gallon, a quart of milk was 25 cents and a loaf of bread cost 20 cents,” Spence said. “That was the year that planning was begun on our Diamond Arena, both the Gospel and Mennonite Conference Churches were moved to Warman from other communities, and Ross Thatcher became premier after the province went through a controversial debate over Medicare.

“Jake Dyck, the local lumber store owner, along with Elmer Boehr, Abe Wall, John Friesen, Bill Reddekopp and Chester Grabowski, joined together to form Warman’s first fire brigade,” Spence continued. “Jake was named fire chief, and Elmer became the deputy chief.”

The first piece of business for the new fire brigade, Spence said, was to get hold of a fire truck.

“The first fire truck was purchased for $450 from Aberdeen,” she said. “The fire department members each had a red phone installed in their homes. This phone was just for fire calls, to notify them of a fire. Leonard Doell, whose father was a member of the fire department in the 1960s, recalled that he and his brothers used to accompany their dad to help fight fires. Even members of town council were expected

Warman Deputy Fire Chief Russ Austin (left) presents a fake microphone to firefighters Kelvin Ooms (centre) and Lee Olfert. The pair were swarmed by media outlets in the days following their successful ice rescue at the Clarkboro Ferry crossing on Friday, January 16. to help out on fire calls.”

WFR Chief Gord Thompson recalled the department’s first fire hall, attached to the back of the old town office.

“It had room for two trucks, one behind the other, in a single bay,” said Thompson. “One day we had a fire call and the first truck wouldn’t start. So we pushed it out with the second one, and after we got halfway down the street it started, and so we had two trucks go to the fire.”

The department moved to a new facility with three bays in 1981. It was next to the town office. “We didn’t have a place to meet, so council agreed to let us cut a hole through the bathroom door so we could use the council chambers for meetings,” said Thompson.

It wasn’t long till the fire department outgrew that facility, and plans were laid, beginning in 1993, for a new fire hall. The department moved into its cur-

rent facility on Centennial Boulevard in 2004.

Thompson said in 1987, Warman Fire Department became the first in Saskatchewan to be certified as First Responders. It was a tough decision for the members to make at the time.

“MD Ambulance approached us and said, ‘What do you guys think about the idea of going to medical calls for us and provide aid until we get there?

We’d give you medical training and call you First Responders.’

I had some background in the ambulance service, and so did a couple other guys, and we all said, ‘Don’t do it. You’ll see people going through the worst moments of their lives, and it will wear you down emotionally.’

But they put it to a vote and decided to go ahead. We were the first trained First Responders in Saskatchewan.”

While the training was great, said Thompson, it didn’t take

Warman Fire and Rescue Deputy Chief Russ Austin presents Elmer Boehr with a Deputy Fire Chief helmet. Boehr was the original deputy fire chief in 1964. long for reality to hit. And it hit hard.

“In the first 18 months, we had 11 fatalities,” said Thompson. “Boy, I’ll tell you, that really tugged at the heartstrings.”

But there were also good times. Thompson recalled one early First Responders conference where Warman Fire Department members were called upon to introduce themselves.

“Jake Thiessen got up and said, “I’m Jake Thiessen from Warman.’ And then John Thiessen got up and said, ‘I’m John Thiessen from Warman.

And then I got up and said, ‘I’m Gord Thiessen from Warman.’

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And then all the rest of the guys did the same thing. They all said their last name was Thiessen and sat down. Then after we were all done, some guy at the next table said to his buddy: ‘See, I told you they were all a bunch of Mennonites in Warman’.”

Thompson said the nearly 300 calls last year was “a far cry” from the 10 or 11 calls per year they used to get in the early 1980s. “We couldn’t get guys to train because there were so few calls,” he said. “But now the training is top-notch. That was demonstrated Friday night during the river ice rescue.”

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CLARK’S CROSSING GAZETTE • THURSDAY, JANUARY 22, 2015

Massive lift station provides Warman with capacity to expand in Warman.

The station itself cost $2.5 million, and the force main to A new $5 million sewage pump the sewage to the lagoon pumping station in the north was an additional $2.5 million. end of Warman is up and runThe cost of the project was paid ning. for from development levies Station Number 8 is a statefrom KH Developments, the deof-the-art facility that will have veloper of the Legends subdithe capacity to handle the city’s vision. After several weeks of projected growth for the near manual testing, the lift station future, according to Chris Cun- was put into operation on Tuesningham with AECOM, the day, January 13 and officially civil engineer firm which deturned over to the city. It will signed the structure. be operated by municipal pub “We’ve changed our aplic works staff. proach to development in “It’s good to have the exWarman over the past few tra capacity in place,” said years,” said Cunningham. “We Warman Mayor Sheryl Spence. were thinking on a lot larg“Infrastructure is always a key er scale when we designed this element in growth, and we’re facility. This station basicaldoing our best to stay ahead of ly opens up about 1,000 acres of the curve. It’s good for Warman land for development.” and it’s good for the residents of The lift station, located in the this community.”

Legends development near the According to city officials, the design of the lift station incorporates “We’ve changed our changes to the existapproach to development in ing system, which has experienced capWarman over the past few city concerns duryears. We were thinking on ing large rainfall events. A portion of a lot larger scale when we the existing sewage designed this facility. This flows will be re-routed through the new station basically opens up pumping station to about 1,000 acres of land reduce the demands on the existing infrafor deleopment...” structure.

• Chris Cunningham, AECOM engineer The lift station features an 11-meter deep dry new Highway 305, is designed pit where three large pumps not only to handle the new move the raw sewage, stored neighbourhoods in the area, in an underground “wet well” but also to take some of the directly beside the dry pit, to load off the older, smaller sewthe city’s sewage lagoon where age pumping stations elsewhere it is treated. One pump is an

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80 horsepower unit capable of moving 92 litres of water per second; while the other two are 60 horsepower units with a capacity of 70 litres per second.

The lift station also has a backup power source to ensure the facility remains in operation through any power failures.

Sewage will be pumped from the north end of Warman to the city’s lagoon via a new 450 mm diameter force main, which was completed in 2014.

The air in the dry pit is circulated 30 times per minute, and sensors are located at both the bottom of the pit and on the main level to monitor air quality to detect even the slightest leakage of hydrogen sulfide (H2S) gas from the adjacent wet well.

The entire operation is completely automated, but has a manual override if necessary, said Warman Public Works and Utilities Manager Randy Fehr.

The public works staff do daily readings and monitor the operations. The big advantage of the station’s design is the ease with which public work staff can do annual maintenance tasks or access the pumps in the event of any mechanical failure. In the event a pump needs to be repaired or replaced, it can be hooked to a chain and lifted the 11 meters to the surface by means of a block-and-tackle mechanism.

The city is also in the process of building a similar highcapacity sewage lift station just off 6th Avenue South in the city’s south end to service the rapidly-expanding Southlands subdivision.

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KH Developments’ Chad Holst (left) and Keith Heinrichs (right) hold the ribbon while Warman Mayor Sheryl Spence and AECOM engineer Chris Cunningham officially open the city’s newest lift station in the Legends neighbourhood January 15. An 80-horsepower and two 65-horsepower pumps at the bottom of the 11-meter deep dry pit move the sewage from the adjacent wet well to the city’s lagoon.

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Sledders rally in support of grieving family, raise funds for charity

By TERRY PUGH

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The snow conditions were less than ideal, but that didn’t bother dozens of snowmobile enthusiasts who turned out for the 1st annual SIDS Awareness Snowmobile Rally on Saturday, January 17.

The rally, which followed a 90 kilometer trail to Rosthern and back to the Saskatoon Snowmobile Club (SSC) facility north of Saskatoon, was organized by Colton and Erin Inglehart, who lost their year-old son, Nathan, to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) last summer.

The rally was made possible by the work of dozens of volunteers from the SSC. It was aimed at raising funds for Baby’s Breath, a charitable organization that focuses on promoting awareness of, and funding research into, SIDS and Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC).

The number of riders participating in the event, and the solid support of corporate sponsors, convinced Colton Inglehart that it should be held every year.

Even though he’s only been a member of the SSC for a few months, Inglehart received “a ton of support” from the club when he pitched the idea at the SSC annual general meeting.

“It’s going really well,” said Colton, an avid sledder who’s on his third machine. “I’m happy with the turnout, and I think everybody’s having a great time.”

Erin Inglehart may not be as taken with snowmobiles, but she was overwhelmed by the outpouring of support from those who hauled their machines from near and far to take part in the event.

“I’m a summer person,” she said with a smile. “Colton counts down the days till winter comes and he can get out on the trail. I like the warmer weather. Still, It’s so nice to know that there are so may people who are backing us and helping to support research into SIDS. It does help ease the pain when you look around and realize just how loved your child was. By telling our story we’ve touched a lot of people, and hopefully that results in funds for research to try

and figure out why otherwisehealthy children can simply die, and nobody can explain the cause.”

Erin said their other son, three-year-old Carter, misses his little brother and has difficulty understanding what happened.

“Every so often, Carter will point to Nathan’s toys or his blanket and ask where he is,” said Erin. “He doesn’t understand that Nathan isn’t coming back.”

Erin’s father, Brian Trainor of Saskatoon, is organizing a walk or run to also raise funds for Baby’s Breath. The walk is slated to take place on May 23, which would have been Nathan’s birthday. The location of the run has not yet been determined.

“We’re hoping that we can help other families who are going through the same thing we are,” she said. “It’s an insurmountable pain, not just for parents, but also for grandparents and everyone. It’s surprising how Nathan’s life, that tiny little spark who was part of our world, is also a part of other’s people’s worlds as well.”

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Erin and Colton Inglehart are interviewed by reporter from a local television station at the Saskatoon Snowmobile Club clubhouse north of Saskatoon at the start of the SIDS Rally on Saturday, January 17

Family searches for answers in son’s death

By KATE KADING

Saskatchewan Valley News Saskkatekading@gmail.com

Losing a child is the worst nightmare of every parent and caregiver. It’s a nightmare that Colton and Erin Inglehart of Martensville are living right now after the sudden death of their youngest son Nathan this past summer. Just 12 and a half months old, Nathan doesn’t chase after his older brother Carter anymore. He is his own personal guardian angel.

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), sometimes referred to as “crib death” is not an illness; it is a diagnosis, given when an apparently healthy baby dies without warning.

When a baby dies suddenly, doctors and investigators try to pinpoint a reason for death by performing a full investigation.

This could include a post-mortem examination, a search of the place where the baby died and a review of the baby’s medical records. If no reason for a baby’s death is found, such as illness, health condition or ac-

Sledders hit the trail from the SSC clubhouse parking lot.

cident, SIDS is given as the cause.

Sadly, the Inglehart family is familiar with this protocol and Colton started the rally idea to start getting answers.

“Once we received the autopsy report, it was concluded that no reason for death was found. At that point I felt I had to do more than nothing. I had to expand awareness.”

Unbelievably, SIDS is the stated reason of death in one out of every 2,000 children in Canada each year. Campaigns to reduce the risk of SIDS are plentiful, and numbers are falling, but still three babies die each week of SIDS in Canada.

It’s a statistic Inglehart hopes will change with research. And research requires much needed fundraising dollars.

“I have been to many snowmobile rallies over the years and have noticed firsthand how fun they can be. I came up with the idea to give riders a reason to ride for a great cause. I feel it’s important to help bring people together for a good time and

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to help people see that SIDS is out there. Unfortunately, an event like this often comes with a reason.”

It’s a reason that no heart can accept but people are really pulling together and Inglehart says they have already received more support than he can believe, quickly hitting over 200 “likes” on their Facebook page and seeing many donations from local businesses.

Any and all donations are welcome to help make this fundraising rally a success. They are open to cash or cheques, door prizes or anything you think will add to the event. To donate or for more information you can email Colton Inglehart at colton.cjme@hotmail.com or visit the event page on Facebook at SIDS Rally Saskatoon. “We are not going to – nor do we want to – forget our little angel and we have no problems telling our story.”

All money raised at this event will be going to Baby’s Breath for SIDS/SUDC research.

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Prairie Outlaws tighten grip on FCHL lead with latest win

By TERRY PUGH

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Close, but no cigar.

Despite jumping out to an early lead, the Dalmeny Fury were edged 6-4 by the league-leading Prairie Outlaws in their home barn on Friday, January 16.

Both teams like to play a run-and-gun style of hockey, and this was one game where the neutral zone trap was nowhere to be seen. The lead changed hands several times, and the underdog Fury gave the surging Outlaws all they could handle through two and a half periods. But the reigning champions owned the last ten, decisive minutes.

Dalmeny goaltender Dan Bauer faced 47 shots while Outlaws netminder Brandon Thiessen had to deal with 36 shots. And almost all of them were good scoring chances on both sides.

Fury goal-scorers were Justin D’Entremont, Kolten Fyfe, Dean Salzl, and Brodie Hepp; while Outlaws marksmen were Brock Hounsell, Brennan Bosch, Kyle Schmidt (2), Jordan Menke, and Brett Blatz.

Both teams had recorded 17 shots on their opponents net after twenty minutes, but Prairie took a 2-1 lead into the first intermission. Dalmeny’s Kolten Fyfe scored a shorthanded marker early in the second to even the score, and Dean Salzl gave the Fury a 3-2 lead on a power play marker late in the middle frame.

Three goals were registered in less than three minutes early in the final period as the teams traded markers, ending up with a 4-4 tie. Prairie added the winning goal at the 14 minute mark, and an insurance marker with 46 seconds left on the clock to salt the game away.

Dalmeny was slated to take on the Shellbrook Elks in Shellbrook on Wednesday, January 21. Their next home game is Friday, January 23 when they host the Tisdale Ramblers. Game time is 8:30 p.m.

ROYALS LOSE TO T-BIRDS

The Hague Royals are also struggling to regain their pre-Christmas form. The Royals recorded their third straight loss since the beginning of January on Friday, January 16, losing 7-4 to the T-Birds in Bruno.

The Royals take on the high-flying Prairie Outlaws in Hague on Friday, January 23 at 8:30 p.m.

After that, they’ll have some time to rest up. The Royals’ final game of the regular season is Tuesday, February 3 in Waldheim when they play the Prairie Outlaws in a return match.

Prairie Outlaws goaltender Brandon Thiessen makes a stop on Dalmeny’s David Richard while Brett Blatz of the Outlaws and Davin Tran of the Fury are on the lookout for any rebounds during a game in Dalmeny on Friday, January 16

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Dundurn Wheatkings peaking at right time for playoffs

By JAMES TARRANT james@ccgazette.ca

The Dundurn Wheatkings’ Dustin Sikler saved his best goal for last.

The talented forward lifted a shot over Naicam Vikings goaltender Brent Prevost on an odd man rush play to complete his hat trick at the end of a highscoring Wheatland Senior Hockey League (WSHL) contest last weekend.

The game on Saturday, January 17 in Dundurn saw both teams combine for 19 goals in the Wheatkings’ 10-9 victory.

Wheatkings head coach Rich

Seaward said it was a pretty interesting and chippy game despite all the goals and power plays.

“We were always up by one or two goals and they would come back and tie it,” said Seaward.

The win marks the sixth straight victory for the Wheatkings, who had a slower start this season than last.

Seaward said before Christmas the team had only 3W-7L in its first ten games. But the team got a boost of confidence by defeating the Allan Flames in a game just before the Christmas break, which lift-

ed morale in the dressing room and on the ice.

“We played Holdfast at home and won that game 3-0 after the break. Then we had a week off and went on a roll, beating Kinistino at home Saturday and Naicam on Sunday. Right now we are really playing well. We are peaking at the right time and we are getting contributions from a lot of players.”

Chris Wagar, the latest acquisition for the team, has made a big impact, said Seaward.

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The Wheatkings currently sit third in the WSHL Southern Division with 18 points and have three home games left before the playoffs start in the first week of February. Seaward said his team probably isn’t going to beat some of the top teams in the division, but he said aiming for third or fourth spot would be a realistic goal.

The Wheatkings play Imperial on Wednesday, January 21.

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Melfort takes top spot in boys and girls Blast-Off tournament

By TERRY PUGH

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The Melfort Comets came out on top in both the girls and boys divisions of the Warman High School (WHS) Blast-Off junior basketball tournament last weekend.

The Comets boys team downed the host Warman Wolverines in the boys tournament. It was exactly the same match up on the girls side, as the Comets beat the host Wolverines in the A final.

The ES Sabres of Lloydminster placed third in the boys tournament, defeating the Davidson Raiders in the bronze final.

On the girls side, the Dalmeny Cougars won third place, beating the VCA Lions in the battle for the bronze.

“The tournament was a huge success,” said Wolverines girls team coach Corey Fast. “Lots of fans attended the games and there were a number of close contests.”

Fast said Melfort has a “very strong junior program” for both boys and girls, and that showed in the final outcome. But, he added, Warman isn’t far behind.

“Our Warman teams did the community proud this weekend,” he said.

“Thanks goes out to the players and parents who volunteered their time to make the 16-team junior basketball tournament a popular one to attend. A lot of planning and work goes into it, especially when you want teams to be treated well and enjoy some Warman High hospitality. It requires the effort of a lot of people to pull it off.”

The 16 teams on the girls side included the Wolverines, Comets, Dalmeny Cougars, Langham Vikings, ES Laird Sabres (Lloydminster), Osler Monarchs, Valley Christian Academy (VCA) Lions, and Martensville Royals.

On the boys side, teams included the Comets, Wolverines, Langham Vikings, Davidson Raiders, ES Laird Sabres, VCA Lions, Osler Monarchs and Dalmeny Cougars.

The Warman Wolverines boys team earned a spot in the championship final after a close game against the ES Laird Sabres that went down to the final few seconds.

The Warman Wolverines girls team clawed their way back from a halftime deficit to beat a tough Dalmeny Cougars team by a score of 33-31 to advance to the tournament championship game.

Both the boys and girls Wolverines teams are headed to the Hot Hoops tournament in Lloydminster this coming weekend.

Aleah Friesen of the VCA Lions attempts to work her way through the Langham Vikings defense, while Melanie Hildebrand and Kaitlyn Waldner do their best to block her way

Warman Wolverines junior girls basketball team includes (not in order) Kaylee Budd, Rebecca Sawatsky, Emma Anthony, Cara Misskey, Hannah Black, Kenndi Douglas, Julia Kirstein, Meghan Hennessey, Paige Pomarenski, Tessa Hryhoriw, Corey Fast (coach), F. Budd, E. Fast (managers) VCA Lions Jasmine Gurgul dribbles past Langham Vikings Tiana Downing

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Warman Wolverines Elijah Froese lines up a shot while literally heads and shoulders above VCA Lions defenders Ben Hylkema and Bronson Bueckert

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Warman’s Vic Lynn to be inducted into provincial Hockey Hall of Fame The late Vic Lynn of Warman is among the latest crop of inductees into the Saskatchewan Hockey Hall of Fame (SHHOF).

Lynn, who passed away in 2010, is one of four individuals inducted in the Player category in 2015. The others are Wendel Clark, Guyle Fielder, Dave “Tiger” Williams.

Three people are being honoured in the Builders category: Dave King, Jackie McLeod and Dr. Gerry Rooney.

The 1934 Saskatoon Quakers, the 2002-03 Humboldt Broncos, and the Simpson Flyers are being inducted in the Team category.

Kevin Muench is being inducted in the Officials category nad Elgar Peterson is included in the Grassroots category.

The announcement was made by the Saaskatoon Blades and the SSHOF on Saturday, January 17.

The induction cremony is slated to take placel on Friday, July 17 at the Elgar Peterson Arena in Humboldt.

VIC LYNN

A product of Saskatoon, Lynn played in the NHL during hockey’s Original Six era and played for all six teams, becoming the only man to ever do so. Lynn arguably had his greatest success with the Toronto Maple Leafs, playing on a line with Howie Meeker and Ted Kennedy. Lynn would help lead the Leafs to three Stanley Cups during his time in Toronto, lifting the Cup in 1947, 1948 and 1949. After his playing days were over, Lynn served as

a coach for both the Prince Albert Mintos and the Saskatoon Quakers.

Lynn and his wife Roberta, along with their three daughters, Donna, Diane and Dorothy, moved to Warman in 1964.

He bought the Warman Hotel and ran that business for many years. He was instrumental in heading up a local committeee to raise funds to build the Diamond Jubilee Arena in Warman in 1967, He also started a senior hockey team, the Warman Wildcats, and coached it for many years. Vic and Roberta Lynn sold the Warman Hotel in 1974 but continued to reside in the community. Roberta died of cancer in 1986, and Vic remarried the following year. His second wife also died of cancer in 2001.

Vic Lynn was inducted into the Saskatoon Sports Hall of Fame in 1987, and the Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame in 2004. He passed away December 6, 2010 at the age of 85. His daughter Dorothy produced a book in 2011 entitled “He Played for ‘Em All” about Vic Lynn’s hockey career.

WENDEL CLARK

A man who really needs no introduction to hockey fans, Wendel Clark is arguably the most popular player to ever wear a Saskatoon Blades jersey. After two dominant years with the Blades, Clark was chosen 1st overall in the 1985 NHL Draft by the Toronto Maple Leafs, and would go on to a 15 year career in the NHL.

All of the things Saskatchewan fans appreciate in hockey toughness, character and heart - those are what made Wendel into the Saskatchewan hockey legend he is today.

GUYLE FIELDER

Gretzky, Howe and Fielder.

Those are the only men to ever crack the 2,000 point barrier in professional hockey. Fielder, who moved to Nipawin with his family at a young age, quickly became a hockey hero in Saskatchewan. Fielder would go on to play an incredible 22 seasons in the Western Hockey League, leading the league in scoring nine times, assists 10 times, and scored 122 points in 1957, which at the time was the professional hockey record.

DAVE ‘TIGER’ WILLIAMS

When you think of Weyburn’s Dave Williams, the NHL penalty box probably comes to mind. The man known as Tiger would spend an incredible 3966 minutes in the box, the alltime record. Along the way, he would become a popular player for several NHL teams, both for his gritty style of play, and for his scoring touch - 241 goals and over 500 career points.

DAVE KING

Dave King of North Battleford has seen and done it all in the coaching world. Getting his start with the University of Saskatchewan in 1972, King would win three conference championships and be named coach of the year in 1980. He would lead the Canadian World Ju-

Ultimate Fitness Event slated for Warman’s Legends Centre in April

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Fitness enthusiast Holly Weselowski understands what it takes to reach the top echelon in her sport.

On November 1, 2014, Weselowski won first place in the ISDB. A week later on November 9 she competed in the Uultimate Fitness Events (IFE) World Championship, which highlights a great year for Weselowski.

It was only May of 2014 where she qualified for the elite division for the world competition in Toronto. At that time she placed second in fitness categories such as fitness model and bikini, then went on to the pro division and won overall for the bikini category against competitors from Europe, Australia, the US and Canada.

It is a lot of work considering Weslesowski is three months away from finishing her nurs-

ing degree at university while she also works as a paramedic, fitness competitor and athlete.

Her success in the sport has inspired her to bring a little bit of the fitness world to Warman by organizing a Ultimate Fitness Event on Saturday, April 25.

“I want to bring a fitness event like this to Warman because I want local athletes to have access to a drug-free association, which is really important to me. Also selfishly I also want to organize it myself. I thought because Warman is a smaller and booming community that people would benefit from seeing something they have never experienced before.”

Weselowski said she is unsure how many athletes the fitness event will attract but she is hoping for at least 75.

The event will be organized in two sections, with prejudging occurring at 10 a.m. and

usually wrapping up around 1 p.m. with an intermission before final judging in the evening around 6 p.m.

Fitness athletes compete in these events to achieve personal goals of seeing all their hard work and dedication pay off, said Weselowski.

“Saying that you won first and you had the best bikini body out of all the athletes is something that is very important and humbling for athletes,” said Weselowski.

It has been two years since a UFE event was hosted in Saskatchewan and Weselowski’s goal is to stage a first class event at the Legends Centre in Warman.

“I want it to be the best that it can be and I can do that with the community providing support or prizes because it gives more incentive for the athletes to be excited about the event,” said Weselowski.

LOCAL HOCKEY LEAGUE STANDINGS Prairie Junior Team GP W L OL TP Quakers............ 28 ..... 25 ..... 2 .....1 ....51 Royals............... 33 ..... 20 .... 11 ....2 ....42 Chiefs.................32 ......15 .... 15 ....2 ....32 Westleys........... 29 ......14 .... 12 ....3 ....31 T.T. Thunder.... 28 ..... 12 .... 14 ....2 ....26 Rage.................. 28 ......11 .... 16 ....1 ....23 Icehawks...........27 ...... 4 ..... 22 ....1 ......9

Wheatland Senior Team GP W L T PTS Kelvington........18.......13 ..... 2......3 ....29 Craik..................18.......13...... 4......1 ....27 Allan..................18...... 12...... 5......1......25 Naicam..............17...... 12...... 4......1......25 Kinistino...........17.......11...... 6......0......22 Lake Lenore.....17.......10...... 7......0......20 Dundurn...........16....... 9....... 7......0......18 Imperial............15....... 7....... 6......2......16 Holdfast.............17....... 7....... 9......1......15 St. Brieux .........18....... 6...... 12.....0......12 Foam Lake .......19....... 3...... 16.....0........6 Jansen...............16....... 0...... 16.....0........0

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Team GP W L OTL PTS Rosetown..........15.......14...... 1......0......28 Kyle....................16.......13...... 1......0......28 Eston....................17.......13...... 4......2......26 Beechy...............17.......10...... 6......1......21 Dinsmore..........17.......10...... 7......0......20 Delisle................17....... 9....... 6......0......20 Outlook..............17....... 9....... 8......2......18 Kenaston...........18....... 7....... 9......2......16 Central Butte...17....... 7...... 10.....0......14 Elrose................16....... 5...... 10.....1......11 Loreburn...........16....... 1...... 15.....0........2 Conquest...........13....... 0...... 12.....1........1

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nior team to several championships in the 1980’s, and would win a silver medal at the 1992 Olympics as the Coach of Team Canada. King spent several years behind the bench for the Calgary Flames and Montreal Canadiens, before becoming the first coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets. King has also coached in Germany, Russia and Sweden. Hockey Canada named him to the Order of Hockey in Canada as part of its 2013 class.

JACKIE McLEOD

Born in Regina, Jackie McLeod would go on to have an incredible career in hockey. Both as a player and coach, McLeod made his mark in the hockey world. McLeod would play in the NHL with the New York Rangers, and in the WHL with Saskatoon Quakers, Vancouver Canucks and Calgary Stampeders. After his playing days were over, McLeod would coach the Canadian National Team, winning a bronze medal at the 1968 Olympics.

He would serve as the Coach and General Manager of the Saskatoon Blades in the 1970’s, and coached Team Canada in the 1975 World Juniors.

DR. GERRY ROONEY

Perhaps no man is more important to the Humboldt Broncos that Rooney. Rooney, who hails from Humboldt, helped to bring the Broncos to Humboldt in the late 1960’s, originally as an affiliate of the Swift Current Broncos. Taking two sets of Broncos jerseys from the team in Swift Current, the Humboldt Broncos were born - and would storm all the way to the league final in their first season. Rooney would stay with the Broncos until 1976, but was still involved with them for several years following.

win the league championship over the Melville Millionaires, and follow that up by defeating the OCN Blizzard of the Manitoba Junior Hockey League to win the Anavet Cup. The team would then cap off the incredible season, defeating the Camrose Kodiaks in the final of the RBC Cup to claim their first ever National Championship.

1934 SASKATOON QUAKERS

The 1934 Saskatoon Quakers were one of the greatest teams in the world at the time. In 35 overseas games, the Quakers would allow only 21 opposition goals. The Quakers would end their incredible season with the ultimate prize - the World Championship, which they would win in a tournament in Italy, defeating the United States 2-1 in the final.

SIMPSON FLYERS

The Simpson Flyers have to be considered a dynasty in Saskatchewan hockey. The senior team, based in the village of Simpson, would win the Saskatchewan Amateur Hockey Association D Provincial Championship 7 times, including an incredible five in a row, from 1969 to 1973.

KEVIN MUENCH

For over 30 years, Kevin Muench dedicated himself to the game of hockey as referee,

patrolling the ice and keeping order. Kevin spent 13 years as a WHL official, reffing National Championships, and even the 1992 Olympic Winter Games in France, serving as the lone Canadian official. After hanging up his skates, Muench was named Director of Officiating for the WHL, and has been heavily involved in Hockey Canada’s Officiating Program of Excellence.

ELGAR PETERSON

Born in Annaheim Saskatchewan, Peterson would move with his family to Humboldt, and quickly become a fixture in the community. Peterson became the first trainer and equipment manager of the Humboldt Broncos in 1970, and has been a key part of the team ever since. In the ultimate sign of respect from the Broncos, the team’s home rink would be named the Elgar Peterson Arena in his honour in 2000. Shortly after, the Broncos would go on to win their first ever National Championship.

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The 2015 Saskatchewan Hockey Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will be held on Friday, July 17th at the Elgar Peterson Arena in Humboldt. For ticket information please contact Michael Ulriksen at events@humboldt.ca.

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Martensville Curling Club hosting Men’s, Women’s, Firefighters bonspiels The Martensville Curling Club is set to host its annual Men’s Bonspiel this weekend, January 23, 24 and 25 at the

Prairie Women on Snowmobiles Tour coming to Warman The Prairie Women on Snowmobiles annual fundraising tour to promote cancer research is slated to start next week.

The tour starts Friday, January 30 in Nipawin and visits a number of communities across the province. It culminates in Meadow Lake on Friday, February 6.

The tour is slated to be in Aberdeen and Warman on Wednesday, February 4. A fundraising dinner is planned in Warman that evening. The banquet is being held at 6:00 p.m. February 4 at the Legends in Warman, The stop in Warman marks the fourth night of the women’s eight day annual snowmobile ride across the province.

There will be a roast beef meal, door prizes, and a 50/50 draw, with all proceeds being donated to the cause. Jeanette Enns of Warman is the local organizer. For tickets, please call 260-4256.

Prairie Women On Snowmobiles is a non-profit organization whose annual Missions are provincial awareness events that are designed to focus attention on breast cancer and the recreation of snowmobiling as well as raise the much-needed funds for breast cancer research. Prairie Women On Snowmobiles has contributed 100% of the funds raised in the past twelve Missions for research raising more than 2.1 million dollars to date.

Each Mission consists of a group of 10 volunteer snowmobilers who travel across Saskatchewan, passing through many cities and towns in eight days and covering approximately 1800 kms. Volunteerism is the whole picture of PWOS women dedicating their time, resources, and sleds to help make the Missions so successful.

Prairie Women On Snowmobiles was formed when two friends, one a breast cancer survivor, decided to snowmobile across Saskatchewan to raise funds for breast cancer research. Together the two planned, organized and implemented PWOS. The goal since conception is to have this Mission go across Saskatchewan each and every year to raise the funding for breast cancer research.

Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in Canadian women and the second most common cause of cancer death in women.

You do not have to ride a snowmobile or even own one to be a member! For further information on becoming a member, rider or volunteer call 1-306-961-1994.

Martensville Sports Centre.

The club’s annual Ladies Bonspiel is slated for the following weekend, January 30, 31 and February 1.

The Saskatchewan Firefighters Curling Championships are scheduled for the following weekend: February 6, 7 and 8 at the Martensville Sports Centre.

The winner of the event will represent Ssakatchewan at the Canadian Firefighters Curling Championships in Quebec later this winter.

The club’s Mixed Bonspiel goes February 27, 28 and March 1. The Open Bonspiel is March 13, 14 and 15.

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HOCKEY SCOREBOARD

FOrt carlton hockey league Friday, January 16: Hague 4 at Bruno 7 Friday, January 16: Prairie 6 at Dalmeny 4 Saturday, January 17: Prairie 6 at Shellbrook 3 Saturday, January 17: Dalmeny 2 at Bruno 3

UPCOMING GAMES:

Friday, January 23: Prairie at Hague Friday, January 23: Shellbrook at Bruno Friday, January 23: Tisdale at Dalmeny Saturday, January 24: Dalmeny at Prairie Wednesday, January 28: Tisdale at Shellbrook Friday, January 30: Dalmeny at Prairie

Sask Valley Hockey League

Friday, January 16: Elrose 6 at Eston 7 Friday, January 16: Dinsmore/LL 8 at Delisle 6 Friday, January 17: Beechy 6 at Elrose 3 Friday, January 17: Central Butte 4 at Kyle 7 Saturday, January 17: Eston 9 at Dinsmore/LL 3 Saturday, January 18: Eston 4 at Kenston 2 Saturday, January 18: Outlook 3 at Rosetown 8 Saturday, January 18: Delisle 4 at Central Butte 1

UPCOMING GAMES

Friday, January 23:Delisle at Kyle Sunday, January 24:Delisle at Conquest

wheatland senior hockey league Sunday, January 18: Craik 6 at Jansen 2 Sunday January 18: Lake Lenore 5 at Foam Lake 2 Saturday, January 17: Foam Lake 2 at Kinistino 9 Saturday, January 17: Holdfast 1 at Craik 3 Saturday, January 17: Kelvington 2 at St. Brieux 3 OT Saturday, January 17: Dundurn 10 at Naicam 9 OT

UPCOMING GAMES

Friday, January 23: Dundurn at Jansen Saturday, January 24: Craik at Dundurn

PRAIRIE JUNIOR HOCKEY LEAGUE Friday, January 16: RV Storm 2 at Quakers 5 Saturday, January 17: Royals 3 at Chiefs 4 Saturday, January 17: Icehawks 3 at Rage 9 Saturday, January 17: Rebels 4 at RV Storm 6 Sunday, January 18: TT Thunder 10 at O Thunder 3 Sunday, January 18: Chiefs 8 at Rage 5 Sunday, January 18: Fort Knox 2 Quakers 5

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Wednesday, January 24: O. Thunder at Chiefs Saturday, January 31: Quakers at Chiefs Sunday, February 1: Chiefs at Rage

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Ad Classifications 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

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Coming Events YOU ARE INVITED

to a series of talks on what the BIBLE teaches concerning: •THE GOSPEL Sunday January 18, 2015 •THE NATURE OF MAN Sunday February 1, 2015 •BIBLICAL HELL Sunday February 15, 2015 •BIBLICAL DEVIL & SATAN Sunday March 1, 2015 •THE CHRIST Son of God; Son of Man Sunday March 15, 2015 •BAPTISM Faith by works Sunday March 29, 2015 Talks to be held at 2:00pm at J.J. Loewen Community Centre, 2016 Railway Ave. Dalmeny SK Sponsored by the Saskatoon Christadelphians. www.saskatoonchristadelphians.org

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Kelvington Trailblazers Poker Derby. Feb 7, 2015. Registration 10:00 am - noon. 60100 miles with lunch and gas halfway. $1500 riders’ only prize. Further info available at: www.townofkelvington.com or call 306-327-4482.

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Feed And Seed HEATED CANOLA WANTED!!

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Contact Email: mjbendig@sasktel.net Description: We are looking for a live-in caregiver to look after our three children. Room and board will be deducted $250 per month. Caregiver must be able to provide a criminal record check, CPR/First Aid Certificate would be an asset. The position is permanent full time. Duties: Dress and feed children. Take girls to and from school, prepare and serve meals, supervise and care for children and assume full responsibility for household in absence of parents, perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties.

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15 CLUES ACROSS

1. Contradicted 7. The Donald’s Marla 13. Mediterranean sandstorm 14. Shoulder adornment 16. Earth crust’s 5th element 17. Rainbow prize 19. NCIS star’s initials 20. Mischa __, violinist 22. Constitution Hall org.

23. More dried-up 25. First on moon 26. Braid 28. 11% of Guinea population 29. Sea eagle 30. Scottish variant of “to” 31. A border for a picture 33. Belonging to a thing 34. On top 36. Automobile hood (Brit.)

38. Skewered Thai dish 40. Clamors 41. Eggs cooked until just set 43. Flat 44. 13th Hebrew letter 45. Short poking stroke 47. Japanese classical theater 48. 007’s creator 51. Romanian Mures river city 53. Music term for silence 55. A crane 56. Ringworm 58. Romanian money 59. True frog 60. Integrated circuit 61. “Highway Patrol’s” Crawford 64. Point midway between S and E 65. On a whim 67. Protagonist 69. Quantity with only magnitude 70. Oversights

CLUES DOWN

1. One who operates a dial 2. Trauma center 3. Prickly pear pads 4. Fashion superstar 5. Shock treatment 6. Mindless drawing 7. AKA migraine 8. Military mailbox 9. Buddies 10. Heavy tranquilizers (slang) 11. Raised railroad track 12. School session 13. Picture 15. Stabs 18. Supervises flying 21. Early American militiaman 24. Downfall 26. Cooking vessel 27. Check 30. In a way, manipulated

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Warman Wood Products

Heavy Equipment Operator Program Obtain Powered Mobile Equipment certification on two pieces of heavy equipment with stateof-the art simulators, practical field projects and classroom theory.

Requires persons for manufacturing of Wood stairs some experience with power tools required

Starts April 20 and June 22 at Great Plains College Warman Campus

Also require truck driver for city delivery (Class 5 licence) Health and pension plan available fax resume to 934-3121 or phone 933-4774

Call 306-242-5377 or visit www. greatplainscollege.ca for details.

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Horoscopes

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CAPRICORN December 22– January 19

Spend the week in as much quiet contemplation as you can manage, Capricorn. You have a few big questions to work out and can only think when you have private time.

AQUARIUS January 20– February 18

Aquarius, dissatisfaction at work has you wondering if things would be different elsewhere. Sometimes a change of attitude can give you an entirely new perspective.

PISCES February 19– March 20

Pisces, a loved one comes to you seeking guidance this week, but don’t be bummed if they ultimately do not heed your advice.

ARIES March 21– April 19

TAURUS April 20– May 20

GEMINI May 21– June 21

Let something that’s been bugging you cool off for the time being, Gemini. There’s plenty of time to revisit the situation later, and you will be glad you took this time.

sudoku

Battlefords Campus Posting #65-BC-1415 Reporting to the Program Coordinator, South Region, this in-scope position is responsible for planning and delivery of the Saskatchewan Polytechnic Practical Nursing program. This position is schedulded to start ASAP and will complete in December 2016.

Applications will be received until position is filled.

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FOR ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY

Taurus, there is nothing you cannot accomplish this week.

The sky is the limit in terms of your potential. All you need to do is focus your energy on a particular task.

Full-Time, Term

For a complete position profile, and application visit www.nwrc.sk.ca.

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Take a leadership role on a work assignment, Aries. If your interest in work has been waning of late, a more active role may help you change your perspective.

North West Regional College Instructor, Practical Nursing

32. Sacred book of Judaism 35. Chum 37. Negating word 38. Relating to the body 39. W. hemisphere continents 42. Make lacework 43. Witty remark 46. More hairless 47. Relating to a nerve 49. Originates 50. Consumer advocate Ralph 52. Actress Winger 54. Center for Excellence in Education (abbr.)

55. Japanese brews 57. Fleshy seed covering 59. Canadian law enforcers 62. So. Am. wood sorrel 63. Actress Lupino 66. Personal computer 68. Do over prefix

CANCER June 22–

July 22

You’re willing to give a loved one the benefit of the doubt when that person makes a proposal that seems to come out of nowhere. Your patience will be appreciated.

LEO July 23– August 22

Expect to be surprised by good news, Leo. Share your good fortune with others this week, and you will realize the good news will prove even more enjoyable.

VIRGO August 23– September 22

You may benefit from a change of scenery, Virgo. If you have the time, book a getaway to an exotic locale and make the most of this time to rest, relax and recharge.

LIBRA September 23– October 22

Libra, rest assured that a broken heart or bruised ego will not last too long. There are big changes ahead in your personal or professional life, so keep your eyes open.

SCORPIO October 23– November 21

Taking charge comes naturally to you, Scorpio. In fact, you thrive in this role. But this week you may have to play second fiddle for the good of the team.

SAGITTARIUS November 22– December 21

You seem to be on auto-pilot this week, Sagittarius. Your routine has become so ingrained that things are automatic. Make a few minor changes to liven things up.

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Careers & Employment WW1502

Motor Vehicle Senior Technician (Automotive Technician) Royal Canadian Mounted Police Regina, Saskatchewan

Open to persons residing in Canada and Canadian citizens residing abroad.

Tired of fighting to meet ever diminishing flat rate times? Worried about fluctuating wages? Are you sick of being sent home early when the work runs out? The Regina RCMP Post Garage is looking for interprovincial licensed Automotive Technicians that would like to join our team in a fulfilling career equipping Police Motor Vehicles. We offer a consistent work load in an established work environment. We supply all tools and personal protective equipment. Start with 3 weeks of holidays and statutory holidays you won’t get at a dealership, a benefit plan and matched pension contributions will set you on a course for great career.

Leave your tools at home and all you need is your lunch to start your new career with Regina RCMP Post Garage.

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police is currently recruiting for 1 permanent position. The starting salary will be $29.21 per hour.

The closing date for applications is February 13 , 2015 at 23:59 (PST). Please quote reference number RCM15J-011569-000206.

Applications will be accepted online only. Please apply online at www.jobs.gc.ca.

Please clearly demonstrate in your application/resume how you meet the following experience: Recent (within the last two years) hands-on experience in repairing automobiles and/or light trucks in an automotive repair shop.

A pool of qualified candidates may be established and may be used to staff future vacancies for Motor Vehicle Senior Technicians in Regina, Saskatchewan.

For more information about these opportunities and how to apply, visit www.jobs.gc.ca or call Info tel. at 1-800-645-5605. For more information about the Royal Canadian Mounted Police see www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca.

We are committed to Employment Equity. The Public Service of Canada is committed to developing inclusive, barrier free selection processes and work environment.

Vous pouvez obtenir ces renseignements en français.

The R.M. of Great Bend No. 405 is accepting applications for experienced

seasonal full-time

Heavy Equipment Operator(s) Employment to commence May 4, 2015 or as mutually agreed.

Experience and/or exposure to heavy equipment such as construction or farm equipment is an asset. The candidates must have well developed interpersonal, motivational and team skills, and be able to work independently.

Skills & Abilities Security & Safety

• Valid driver’s licence

• Driving record check (abstract)

• Class 1A (is an asset) Type of Work Experience

• Fine grading and finishing

• Rough grading

• Sloping and banking

• Road construction

• Mechanical experience to perform general maintenance and

equipment repair Type of Heavy Equipment Operated

• 160 M Grader

• TS14 Scraper

• Crawler Applicants are invited to submit a resume including:

• Past and present work experience

• Education and skills

• Certifications

• Current Drivers Abstract

• Expected Salary

• Three references Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume to: R.M. of Great Bend No. 405

P.O. Box 150, Borden, Sask.

S0K 0N0

Tel: 306 997-2101

Fax: 306 997-2201 Email: rm405@sasktel.net The R.M. of Great Bend welcomes all applicants however only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Cloud9 Airspray Ltd. requires 1 (one) commercially licensed professional agricultural aerial applicator to fly full time for the 2015 season (season is for June 1, 2015 - October 1, 2015 seasonal full-time). Employment Location: 43 Carter Cres., Outlook, Saskatchewan S0L 2N0. Applicant must have 4 years or more experience, a minimum of 1,000 hours ag flying experience, have excellent knowledge of SATLOC GPS, be acceptable by CAIR as insurable (clean accident record), be a member of SAAA and be proficient in reading English. Applicant must be physically able to perform a physically demanding job in a fast paced environment.

CAAA membership an asset.

Education: - fly a fixed wing radial agricultural aircraft safely, to work efficiently with SATLOC GPS flight computer - work with customers to create spray orders - work in a professional manner with ground support crews - perform daily checks on radial aircraft - keep current Canadian Commercial Pilots license and Provincial pesticide license Wages/Salary paid monthly, $50.00 per hour, 40 hour work week. Workers compensation as per required by law. Benefits package available. Email resume including references to cloud9airspray@sasktel.net. Do not apply unless you meet all of the above requirements.

Only those applicants meeting all requirements will be contacted.

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MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is an in-demand career in Canada! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get the online training you need from an employer-trusted program.

Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-888-528-0809 to start training for your work-athome career today.

The RM of Rosthern No. 403 is seeking a Part-Time Landfill Attendant Hours - Thursdays and Saturdays from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm.

If you have any questions regarding the position please contact our office at 306-232-4393.

Resumes can be dropped off at 2022 6th Street or emailed to rm403@sasktel.net.

Regular Bus Drivers Substitute Bus Drivers Prairie Spirit School Division invites applications for regular and substitute bus drivers in areas surrounding Saskatoon.

For more information, please contact Bill Steckler, Conveyance Assistant at (306) 374-2496 or visit our website: www.spiritsd.ca/careers to apply for these flexible positions that follow the school calendar.

Prairie Spirit School Division operates 145 bus routes transporting over 5,000 students to schools in 28 communities surrounding the City of Saskatoon.

THE WAGON WHEEL FAMILY RESTAURANT in Warman is now hiring : for experienced servers & line cooks. Restaurant service experience in a similar role is desired. Flexible shift opportunities, 30+ hours per week. live and work right here in Warman, Competitive wages. If you enjoy the challenges of a busy restaurant, we would like to hear from you. Submit resume in person. www.wagonwheelofwarman.com

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Core electronic health record for Saskatchewan now complete

Access to information benefits patients A comprehensive provincial electronic health record (EHR) for Saskatchewan residents is complete. Health providers with access to the EHR Viewer can now see their patients’ diagnostic imaging results, completing the core components of an EHR for Saskatchewan residents.

The EHR Viewer is a secure website developed for Saskatchewan health care providers to give access to patient information regardless of where an individual goes for care or where they live in the province.

The EHR Viewer also includes access to: patient prescription and allergy information from community pharmacies; more than 90 per cent of laboratory results from health regions and the Saskatchewan Disease Control Laboratory; immunization histories; supports to help physicians better manage their patients with chronic disease, including diabetes and coronary artery disease; standardized operative reporting for breast cancer surgeries; hospital admission, discharge and transfer summaries, providing family physicians with valuable patient information; and discharge summaries from hospitals in the Saskatoon Health Region, allowing doctors to view the instructions their patients receive following release from hospital.

“We are pleased with this achievement and will continue to work with our partners to expand the patient information that is available in the EHR,” eHealth CEO Susan Antosh said. “We want to thank our many partners for their collaboration and dedication in reaching this key milestone which better supports Saskatchewan patients.”

About 3,300 health care providers have access to the EHR Viewer, including physicians, pharmacists, and nurse practitioners.

“Saskatchewan has clearly demonstrated its commitment to transforming health care for its residents by ensuring vital patient information is available in a timely and secure manner when and where it matters most,” Canada Health Infoway President and CEO Michael Green said.

The EHR project cost $32.5

million in total with approximately 75 per cent of the funding contributed by Canada Health Infoway. The Government of Saskatchewan contributed the remaining $10 million.

An additional $39 million was spent on the development of additional components (provider registry, client registry, pharmacy, diagnostic imaging) that were necessary to have the information available to distribute using the EHR. Of this, $31 million was funded by Canada Health Infoway, while the province funded $8 million.

The privacy and security of

personal health information is a high priority for eHealth Saskatchewan and a variety of safeguards are in place. Patients who are concerned about access to their personal health information can request their information be masked and only be viewed with patient authorization. eHealth Saskatchewan is responsible for planning, developing and implementing the provincial electronic health record for Saskatchewan. eHealth is also responsible for Vital Statistics and Health Registries.

Winter water flows create thin ice conditions on rivers The Water Security Agency (WSA) is reminding the public that winter river flows can result in thin ice and create unsafe crossing conditions.

Warmer temperatures are also creating some very hazardous conditions across the province.

The Water Security Agency has received a number of reports of issues with thin ice across the province. The South Saskatchewan River System in particular near the Saskatoon area is an area of concern at this time due to the current weather conditions. Winter flows are continuing to be released from certain reservoirs across Saskatchewan and result in active flows under ice on

the major systems.

There are also other areas where natural flows are still occurring and also pose similar risks to the public.

These flows are expected to continue throughout the winter season.

The warmer temperatures combined with many creeks and rivers seeing higher flows than normal for this time of year from the rainfall over the summer and fall months are creating some unsafe conditions which the public would not be used to. Many streams which are normally dry by fall were still flowing at freeze up and may continue to flow through the winter. Winter

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stream flow is an extremely serious thin ice hazard.

Any person on or near a lake or river should use extreme caution when crossing. It is up to the individual to ensure that ice on a river or lake is safe for crossing or winter time activities.

The Ministry of Environment recommends the following ice thickness levels when crossing a water body: at least four inches thick to walk on; six inches to drive a snowmobile or ATV on; eight inches for a car or light truck; and 12 inches for a heavy truck.

The Water Security Agency was created to lead implementation of the 25 Year Saskatchewan Water Security Plan. It will improve water management capacity and service to individuals, businesses and communities across Saskatchewan.

This new agency brings together, for the first time, all of the major responsibilities related to water quality and quantity.

Langham resident wins $100,000 Brian Richmond had good news, and he couldn’t wait for his wife to wake up to share it. The Langham resident and his wife, Susan Pearson, won $100,000 on the Wednesday, December 3 Extra draw.

Richmond discovered the windfall when he checked some tickets at a lottery retailer’s self-serve ticket checker.

“I thought it said $10,000 at first,” he remembered. “I checked it three times and counted the zeroes, and then I realized it was actually $100,000.”

Knowing there was a lottery prize office in Saskatoon, Richmond headed home to get his wife.

“I woke her up from a nap,” he said. “I said, “We won some money. We’ve gotta go!”

The couple bought their $4 Lotto 6/49 and Extra ticket from Parkview Gas Bar, located at 324 Park Avenue in Langham.

Saskatchewan, Alberta renew agreement to combat Mountain Pine Beetle The Government of Saskatchewan will work to keep the province’s northern pine forests free of mountain pine beetle through a recently renewed agreement with Alberta.

The Saskatchewan and Alberta governments have reaffirmed their long-standing cooperation on forest insects and disease, signing a three year agreement to work together on mountain pine beetle manage-

ment. Saskatchewan will provide $1.25 million this year to help control the outbreak in Alberta, and to prevent or significantly slow the spread into Saskatchewan’s northern forest.

“Through this agreement, we are addressing an issue of mutual importance to our two provinces,” Environment Minister Scott Moe said. “By continuing to support Alberta’s effort to combat mountain pine

beetles, we make the best use of our resources by protecting areas of Saskatchewan’s forests that are most at risk.”

The funding will be used to support mountain pine beetle control actions in northern Alberta. Actions include enhanced surveillance and monitoring, removal of infested trees, and research and modelling to effectively direct program efforts. Saskatchewan

and Alberta’s original agreement was signed in 2011.

“Alberta appreciates the support we receive from Saskatchewan in our shared effort to protect western Canada’s pine forests from mountain pine beetle infestations,” Alberta Environment and Sustainable Resource Development Minister Kyle Fawcett said. “Together, we continue to make progress in managing this threat to our

natural resource values.”

The mountain pine beetle outbreak has killed more than 18 million hectares of lodgepole pine forest (about five times the size of Vancouver Island) in British Columbia and spread across Alberta, to within about 120 kilometres of the Saskatchewan border. Research has confirmed that the beetle can survive in jack pine, putting forests in northern Saskatchewan at

risk.

While surveys conducted in the fall of 2014 found no mountain pine beetles in Saskatchewan’s northwest, there is already an established beetle population in Cypress Hills, in the province’s southwest.

The Ministry of Environment tracks this population and collaborates with the Ministry of Parks, Culture and Sport on its management.

Saskatchewan leads nation with lowest unemployment rate in Canada: Stats Canada Saskatchewan ended 2014 on top, maintaining the lowest unemployment rate in Canada for the 25th consecutive month.

The province’s unemployment rate in December was 3.6 per cent (seasonally adjusted), well below the national average of 6.6 per cent, according to fig-

ures released by Statistics Canada on Friday, January 9.

The province’s youth also followed this trend, with a 6.8 per cent (seasonally adjusted) unemployment rate, the lowest youth unemployment rate in the country and below the 13.3 per cent national average.

Saskatchewan also boasts the second strongest rate of job growth in Canada at 2.5 per cent year-over-year (unadjusted).

“Saskatchewan’s diverse economy continues to create jobs,” Minister responsible for Immigration, Jobs, Skills and

Training Jeremy Harrison said. “Compared to December 2013, there are 14,000 more people working in our province, including an all-time record of women working. In total, there were 567,700 people working in the province in December – the highest ever for the month.”

On an annual basis (2014 over 2013), job growth was particularly strong in utilities (up 15.5 per cent); forestry, fishing, mining, quarrying, oil and gas (up 10.3 per cent); and construction (up 7.7 per cent).

Overall, 2014 was a strong year for Saskatchewan’s labour

market. The province recorded the lowest average unemployment rate in the nation at 3.7 per cent (seasonally adjusted), and created 10,800 more jobs (a jump of 1.9 per cent over 2013).

Between 2007 and 2014, a total of 61,700 more jobs were created in the province.

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Ellen Froese-Kooijenga, Jaxon Lalonde and Kasia Thorlakson make up the band, ‘In With the Old’

Youthful folk music band hitting high gear with Telemiracle gig

By TERRY PUGH

tpugh@ccgazette.ca

A year after their first province-wide television appearance on the Kinsmen Telemiracle broadcast in the spring of 2014, ‘In With the Old’ is returning to the marathon fundraiser’s stage March 7, 8 and 9 in Regina.

The youthful band, which features Ellen Froese-Kooijenga of Corman Park, Jaxon Lalonde of Saskatoon and Kasia Thorlakson of Kinistino, is booked to play a full 45-minute set on Telemiracle. Last year, they were limited to a single song.

“It’s nice to be able to play a few more tunes,” said FroeseKooijenga in an interview on Wednesday, January 14. “The only drawback is that our time slot is 2 o’clock in the morning.

But we’re looking forward to it.”

The band, which plays an eclectic blend of old-time classic country, sixties-era folk music, and bluegrass-flavoured original tunes, is also laying out a busy schedule of concerts for the coming year.

On Saturday, January 31, the trio is playing a family-friendly gig at “Le Relais”, a community hall in Saskatoon (308-4th Avenue North) at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are ten bucks. A special guest at the concert is guitarist Colter Wall.

“It’ll be fun,” said FroeseKooijenga. “We rented the hall ourselves, and we’re renting lights and a sound system.

We’ve got pie and coffee, so that will appeal to the seniors, but we’re also hoping for a crowd of young people too.”

She said while the band plays a lot of old-fashioned tunes, they’re diversifying more and putting their own original music out in front of people. It’s starting to connect with the younger generation.

“It’s all about the banjo,” she said. “We’re not really a bluegrass band, at least not in the traditional sense, but we’re finding that young kids really like the sound of the banjo. It’s become a hip thing. Same thing with the mandolin. It’s different. It’s not something they hear every day.”

The past year has also helped the band members get to know each other better, and the chemistry between the trio is showing in their on-stage banter.

“We have a lot more fun on stage,” said Froese-Kooijenga.

She is pursuing her own solo projects, including a solo fivesong CD due to be released at the end of March, while working full time. But it will be a while before the band is able to get out and do some serious touring.

Province’s manufacturing sector hits sales record in 2014 Saskatchewan’s manufacturing sales in November 2014 bucked the national trend according to a report released by Statistics Canada January 20.

On a year-over-year basis, sales were up 6.2 per cent in the province, while nationally sales were up 2.6 per cent.

Saskatchewan had the highest percentage increase among the provinces. On a month-over-month comparison, sales were up 2.2 per cent in Saskatchewan. Nationally, sales dropped by 1.4 per cent.

“We have a thriving manufacturing sector in Saskatchewan which has helped offset some of the challenges faced in other areas of the economy,” Economy Minister Bill Boyd said. “It is that diversity that helps to balance our economy compared to other resource-based provinces.”

Manufacturing sales totalled $1.4 billion in November, setting a new record for the month. Boyd said it is very likely manufacturing is set to have a record year for sales.

FCC provides funds for 4-H The Farm Credit Canada (FCC) 4-H Club Fund is providing $130,000 to 263 4-H clubs across Canada to support various local events and activities. In Saskatchewan, 36 4-H clubs received a combined total of $18,000.

The fund is part of FCC’s $1 million contribution committed over four years to 4-H Canada. This contribution, in addition to supporting local 4-H activities, supports national as well as provincial 4-H initiatives. The FCC 4-H Club Fund awards up to $500 for projects such as horse clinics, field trips, public speaking workshops, beef clipping clinics and purchase of equipment, just to name a few. The next application period opens in fall 2015.

“The other two have to finish high school first,” said Froese-Kooijenga, who at 19 years of age is the senior member of the band. “Kasia is in Grade 11 and Jaxon is still in Grade 10.

I graduated from high school so I feel like the old auntie in the group, keeping track of the kids.”

She said people can follow the group through their Facebook page.

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