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Equivalency agreement signed; Is nuclear power an option for will extend the life of two units Estevan? at Boundary Dam By David Willberg dwillberg@estevanmercury.ca

An equivalency agreement between the provincial and federal governments will extend the life of Units 4 and 5 at the Boundary Dam Power Station. Dustin Duncan, the minister of the Environment and also the minister responsible for SaskPower, confirmed in an interview with the Mercury on Friday that the pact has been signed. It was ratified by Catherine McKenna, the federal minister of the Environment and Climate Change, on May 2. Duncan followed suit the next day. He noted that before the agreement is official, the federal cabinet still has to pass an order in council, which is slated to occur in June, but Duncan said that would be “a formality.” Once that is taken care of, the equivalency agreement will come into effect. If the two sides didn’t reach an agreement, then Units 4 and 5 at Boundary Dam would have come offline at the end of this year. Instead, Unit 4 will be retired at the end of 2021, and Unit 5 will come

Units 4 and 5 at the Boundary Dam Power Station are expected to remain open beyond this year, now that an equivalency agreement has been signed by the provincial and federal governments. offline at the end of 2024. “It’s a big relief, just with a little more certainty that it gives the province and SaskPower, and certainly the affected employees, especially with Boundary Dam 4 and 5, and the associated mining jobs as well,” said Duncan. This agreement has been a long time coming, he said, and he’s pleased they have finally put pen to paper.

“The end of this year is not that far away, and we certainly were not planning to wind down the operations. It was certainly our intent to operate the units out for the next number of years,” said Duncan. The agreement calls for the federal government to recognize the provincially-passed coal-fired electricity regulations as being equivalent to

the federal regulations, based on outcomes. Over the next 11 years, there will be three different stages for emission regulations. The first will cover 2018 and 2019. The next will be from 2020-2024, and the third will be 2025-2029, which is when conventional coal-fired power plants will have to come offline. A2 » AGREEMENT

Meeting will look at the future of ECS The South East Cornerstone Public School Division will host a community open house May 28 to discuss the future of the Estevan Comprehensive School (ECS). Lynn Little, the director of education for the school division, said during the school board’s May 17 meeting that this meeting will provide the community with relevant information regarding the school’s condition and a review of its current situation, including its structure, as well as past and future capital projects that focus on the high school. ECS currently boasts roughly 800 students and 55 teachers, plus several dozen more support personnel. “This will be an open meeting for everyone in the community and nearby,” said board chairwoman Audrey Trombley. “Local organizations are invited to attend, to send representatives, as are all members of the community,”added Little.

The meeting will begin at 7 p.m. in the school’s cafetorium. Little said there will likely be a PowerPoint presentation by the school division, and then those in attendance will have ample opportunity to provide opinions regarding the future direction the community and the school division can take with the 50-year-old facility. It’s expected the meeting will last about 60-90 minutes. According to information from the school division, ECS’s current status indicates there is some significant unused space within the school that was originally designed and built to accommodate up to 1,200 students. The additional space had been used for several years to house the Estevan campus of the Southeast College but when the college moved into the Saskatchewan Energy Training Institute in 2012, that left additional space that has not been fully utilized. ECS has also been

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plagued by continuous roofing issues over the past number of years, but is still considered to be an architectural benefit for the community with its unique courtyard concept. Participants at the meeting will be invited to provide their thoughts on the future of the school, probably through open discussions and breakout groups. A special board committee consisting of Estevan trustees Jim Vermeersch and Shari Sutter, Subdivision 4 trustee Kevin Keating and several other school division representatives, was struck late last year and it is expected they will be gathering the relevant information from this open community session to later provide a list of recommendations that can be taken back to the board for future considerations and decisions. “The committee wished to begin the conversation as soon as possible to engage with the community. While this is a long-term conversation, it is

Lynn Little important to move forward,” Little said. The committee has primarily worked on building context and understanding of the current status and capital process for ECS. “It is our intent to share a summary of this information with the attendees,” Little said. Members of other schools have been invited to participate as they are all feeder schools to ECS thus Little said they have a vested interest in the programming at ECS both present and future.

The potential of having nuclear power in the Estevan area was broached during the final day of the spring sitting of the Saskatchewan legislature. The idea was discussed during question period Thursday, and in a scrum with the media later in the day. Premier Scott Moe said the government needs to invest in cleaner sources of power generation, while utilizing the assets in the province. “The conversations as we move forward will continue around how we can continue to provide affordable power for the industries and the people who live in this province, and also how can we continue to support those areas that are ultimately transitioning away from coal,” said Moe. The province is having discussions with Ontario and New Brunswick on small modular reactor (SMR) nuclear technology. “This is a time where we need to have all of these conversations, and is there potential for that type of power supply to operate here, not just in Canada, as we’re doing this with other provinces, but in the community of Estevan,” said Moe. The transmission line infrastructure is already in place in Estevan and Coronach. So SaskPower is embarking on a conversation, not just on nuclear and carbon capture and storage, but for other technologies. “The technology and innovation is moving forward across this nation and around the world,” said Moe. Retrofitting the power supply to have lower emissions is a major investment, Moe said. “We need to look at continued investment in our plants as (some of ) our coal-fired plants … reach their 50-year life span. We have the decisions around do we move forward with carbon capture and storage, or do we replace those with a small modular reactor, do we replace those with a natural gas facility?” While nuclear power was not popular the last time it was discussed in Saskatchewan, Moe said this is a new form of technology that is very different from conventional nuclear power. “They’re small, they’re stackable, and they’re safe, so we’re engaging in that discussion with a couple of other provinces … on is there an opportunity for this type of innovation to be used here in the province,” said Moe. It’s incumbent on Saskatchewan to have this conversation since the province has the uranium stocks. Dustin Duncan, who is the minister responsible for SaskPower, pointed out that the federal government previously asked interested parties, including power utilities, to work together to develop a road map for the development and deployment of small modular reactors in Canada. A report was written and issued back to the federal government. From there, they have kept in touch with New Brunswick and Ontario, and they have met with the Canadian Nuclear Association. “We’re looking at what role Saskatchewan might play in the development of SMRs over the next decade in Canada, and how that might apply to Saskatchewan in terms of is this a way to generate some of our power.” His understanding is the SMRs can be scaled up or down, but would generate a minimum of 60 megawatts of power. They are expandable and they can be moved. “It’s really a question of how much generation are you looking for, so basically from 60 megawatts up,” said Duncan. It’s too early to say how many jobs would be creating by the units. The Tennessee Valley Authority in the U.S. is the furthest along in North America when it comes to SMRs, and they’re in the midst of the regulatory process. It means the first SMR could be constructed in North America in the early 2020s. “It’s a lot sooner than I think people realize,” Duncan said. Duncan believes Estevan could be a location for this technology. The transmission assets are still in the Estevan area. “One of the benefits of SMRs versus other types of technology, including coal, is it made sense to build the coal-fired plants next to the coal mines. SMRs are different. They can be really built anywhere.”

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New addition for Forever in the Clouds Another piece has been added to the Forever in the Clouds monument, which pays tribute to the men who died in an airplane crash in 1946 south of Estevan. Darren Jones, the Albertabased sculptor who carved the monument from a 500-year-old Douglas fir tree using a chainsaw, was back in Estevan last weekend to add a plaque and an additional structure that will be in front of Forever in the Clouds. The plaque was completed

by Estevan Trophy and Engraving. Forever in the Clouds has the faces of the 20 Royal Canadian Air Force pilots and one groundscrewman who died in a plane crash at the former Estevan Airport site on Sept. 15, 1946. “Lester (Hinzman) got the names of the pilots and the lead aircraftman all put onto the plaque,” said Jones. The plaque also includes the ranks and ages of the 21

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people killed, and whether they received a Distinguished Flying Cross for their service. “It’s informational, but it also tells which fellows were on the sculpture,” said Jones. A piece of weather-proof plywood will help ensure the longevity of the plaque. It is affixed to a 290-year-old Douglas fir from Alberta’s Porcupine Hills. It’s wood that Jones acquired when he swapped wood for a sculpture in Bellevue Mine. “This is how they paid me, so this is where I’m paying it back a little bit,” he said. The addition also features a Lancaster bomber, the name of the sculpture and an image of an airmen’s grave in Canada.The opposite side has a field grave. While in Estevan, Jones also worked on the main Forever in the Clouds sculpture. He sanded and shined the monument, and engraved the name into the lower area that serves as a bench where people can sit down for a break.

A permanent home for the sculpture hasn’t been determined. It currently stands on Hinzman’s property south of Estevan. But it’s designed so that it can be easily moved, and it will be making appearance at the Saskatchewan Air Show, which will happen in Moose Jaw on July 6 and 7. “After that, it’s up to Lester on where he wants to put it,” Jones said. The sculptor hopes the appearance at the air show will create even more awareness about the men who died in the 1946 plane crash. “The air force themselves actually participated so greatly in finding pictures and supporting us in this endeavour, I think it all shows to the airmen that we have now that we do care about what they do. It will respect their sacrifice for them and their families.” Jones said he still marvels at the monument and how it turned out. It was nearly a three-

Darren Jones stands next to the plaque that is part of the Forever in the Clouds monument. year project to finish Forever in the Clouds, between researching the project, finding photos of the airmen who died and then completing the work. Jones’ profile as an artist has been growing thanks to his

Agreement came after lengthy talks « A1 “There are three different periods where we have to achieve a certain emissions profile through SaskPower,” said Duncan. “The way that we’re able to achieve that is rather than looking at the federal regulations, unit by unit emissions for each of those units, we’re allowed to look at the overall fleet of SaskPower.” The flexibility that SaskPower has is due to the lower emissions generated by Unit 3

at Boundary Dam, which was retrofitted with carbon capture and storage capabilities. Unit 3 is below the emission standard set out in Canada for coal-fired generation, and so SaskPower can shift them to help plants that are higher than the performance standard. “It’s really looking at what the emissions are over that time period, over the next 11 years, and achieving the emission targets just through a different

approach than what the federal government has proposed for coal-fired (power),” said Duncan. If SaskPower isn’t able to meet those emission targets, then the Crown corporation would be in violation of the agreement, which would allow the feds to step back in and determine the emissions regulations for coal-fired power in Saskatchewan. “Based on the projections

Estevan RCMP make arrest in rural thefts The Estevan RCMP has announced it has recovered the oilfield trailer and oilfield property that was stolen from the Torquay area at the end of April. The RCMP has also recovered the two triple-axle flat deck trailers that were stolen from the industrial area of Estevan around the same time period. In a related investigation, the Estevan RCMP also conducted a search warrant in the city that resulted in the recovery of several stolen items from thefts that had occurred in rural areas around Estevan. Jared Dornn has been charged with possession of stolen property, theft, mischief and possession of break and enter tools. Further charges are pending as investigation into the recovered stolen property continues. He remains in custody and will make his next court appearance on May 23. The RCMP noted two of the recovered trailers were located by a farmer who is a subscriber of the Saskatchewan Crime Watch Advisory Network and remembered seeing the original crime watch releases on April 29, 2019 about the stolen trailers.” “The recovery of the third stolen trailer, the search warrant and the recovery of the other stolen property was due to good ol’ fashion police work provided to the public by the hard working members of the Estevan RCMP Detachment,” the RCMP stated in a news release.

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over the next decade, we don’t think there’s any risk of the federal government stepping in and deciding to re-regulate the provincial electricity sector rather than the province,” he said. Duncan recalled having a conversation about the equivalency agreement in 2011 with Peter Kent, the federal minister of the Environment of the day. The Conservatives were still in power at that time, and Kent was touring Boundary Dam. Those discussions have continued for both sides through several different ministers, and a change in government at the federal level from the Conservatives to the Liberals. “This has gone through a number of iterations where we had signed an agreement to work towards equivalency, and then having the draft regulations and passing provincial regulations and now actually having the equivalency agreement.” The only thing that would allow for Units 4 and 5 to get a further extension beyond the new scheduled closing dates of 2021 and 2024 would be to retrofit them with carbon capture and storage technology, a measure the province has already said they won’t do. Those units are nearing the end of their life cycles. The equivalency agreement was published in the Canada Gazette in late December of last year. While there weren’t any concerns raised about the document in the first 60 days after publication, there was a second 60-day comment period added from the federal side.

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Theoren Fleury was healing people at Envision’s silver anniversary luncheon By Ana Bykhovskaia abykhovskaia@estevanmercury.ca

Born in Oxbow, this not very big man at some point of his life was an NHL Stanley Cup champion. Ten years ago he published a book named Playing with Fire: The Highest Highs and the Lowest Lows. This best-selling autobiography was telling his story of sexual abuse. Later it led to him becoming an expert in the field of relational trauma as he realized that helping others to deal with trauma and heal was much more important for him than anything before. On Thursday Theoren Fleury spoke to a crowd of about 300 people that was celebrating Envision Counselling and Support Centre’s 25 years in the community. Envision’s silver anniversary luncheon was held at the Power Dodge Curling Centre. Envision’s executive director Christa Daku opened the event. “As you know the impacts of trauma can impact families and communities for many generations to come. A special thank you to Theo, for joining us yesterday (for the trauma professional workshop in Weyburn) and giving us a two-day celebration, and honouring us with your presence, your healing journey experience and your encouragement to continue to do what we all heartedly believe in in these communities,” said Daku. As the organization continues to forge ahead it was important to celebrate the impacts they’ve had on the communities in southeast Saskatchewan, where throughout past 25 years probably every person either received help and support from the Envision or knows at least one person

Stanley Cup champion, Olympic gold medalist, World Junior champion and expert in the ﬁeld of relational trauma Theoren Fleury was a guest speaker at the Envision Counselling and Support Centre’s 25th anniversary luncheon. Photo by Anastasiia Bykhovskaia whose life was affected by this non-profit organization. Envision’s assistant executive director Lynda Rideout also talked about the role the community was playing in the organization’s work through years. “The support that we receive here, in the southeast is phenomenal, and I would like to extend our heartfelt appreciation to the families and friends that support our Envision staff… Your support and ongoing encouragement make it so much easier for us to do the important work that we do day after day,” said Rideout. And then Fleury took guests on an emotional trip, uncovering his personal story and experience of abuse, addictions and healing. As he was talking about trauma, forgiveness and hope guests would sit still in silence and some had tears in their eyes. And then Fleury would make

the audience laugh, as he entwined some jokes making his speech very informal and touching. He also shared his moment of truth when he realized the impact his book had on people. “I showed up in the biggest Indigo Chapters store in all of Canada, three-storieshigh in downtown Toronto on Young Street … I walk through the front towards the book store and there are 400 people standing on with my book. And I’m like, ‘What’s the hell are all these people doing here?’ This is strange. I’m not Wayne Gretzky; I’m not Mario Lemieux. I’m a decent, good hockey player, but I’m not those guys. Why are there 400 people at this book signing?” shared Fleury. “I start signing books. Out of the corner of my eye, I spot this guy in line. And he’s got my book tucked against his chest. His face is buried,

looking forward. He is walking very slow. I was like, ‘Hm, I wonder what’s up with that guy.’ So I follow him all way in the line, he gets to the front of the line, puts the book on the

table, looks me in the eye and says, ‘Me too.’” Since then Fleury dedicated his life to working in the field of trauma, mental health and addiction, all of which he personally experienced and was able to overcome. Through his own life he learned that forgiveness was one of the key points in the healing process, since, according to his words, only forgiveness can set an abused person free from a traumatic experience. Fleury also noted that healing has to happen physically, emotionally and spiritually. Standing on the stage he was talking about being raped numerous times by his junior hockey coach Graham James. But there was no more shame not only in his words but also in his gestures, mimics or posture. Not only he was healed, but he also became a true healer. As he was guiding the crowd through his life path of trauma, healing and recovery, a lot of people would reflect on their own past. The silence that grew in the building as he was

talking, according to Fleury, was a sign that safe space was created in the audience. He used his own vulnerability to achieve that, and that’s what’s needed to get the magic of healing to happen. His passion for helping others and his approach to healing through creating safe space, listening and giving people hope strongly resonates with Envision’s dedication to communities they serve, and a lot of his activities in this field are compliant with Envision’s work. “I would say that the Envision is the epitome of vulnerability and home space. That’s why they’ve been around for 25 years. It’s because they change people’s lives, give people hope. Because trauma, mental health and addiction is the biggest epidemic on the planet. I have not run into anything bigger than this,” said Fleury. He is on the road 250 days a year, and all he sees is pain and suffering, which he believes are unnecessary if we learn forgiveness.

Envision Counselling and Support Centre’s executive director Christa Daku, right, and assistant executive director Lynda Rideout talked about the organization. Photo by Anastasiia Bykhovskaia

The United Way Estevan’s Day of Caring volunteers will cover over 40 projects By Ana Bykhovskaia abykhovskaia@estevanmercury.ca

The United Way Estevan’s Day of Caring is right around the corner, and the event’s committee already has much of it organized. The day when volunteers help people and organizations with work that needs to be done around and inside their properties and just spend time visiting is scheduled for May 29. Wendy Gustafson, who is the chairperson for the Day of Caring committee, said that despite a bit slower start, by May 16 they had everything in place for another great day in the community. “At our cutoff time we

had over 40 projects, that’s exciting. And we always have a few more coming at the last minute. We are over 40 right now and I think that we have something like 160 volunteers…Everything is coming together really, really well,” Gustafson said. She noted they usually get some last minute volunteers and projects, and they never say no to anyone. “We never have too many (volunteers), we always find jobs for people. We even had some people on the Day of Caring show up and ask if (they) could come and do (some projects)... We never have a cutoff for numbers… We are always are grateful for anyone who is willing to give

their time.” This year the committee has a wide assortment of projects to be accomplished on the Day of Caring. Volunteers will be doing anything from yard work, including garden seeding and rototilling, to windows washing and oven cleaning. They also will help with fencing, painting, planting flowers, cutting grass and things that seniors and others often can’t physically do by themselves. Some volunteers also will dedicate time to helping and visiting at different senior facilities. “Some people are not able to do the physical labour or it’s hard for them to get up on things, but they want to be involved. So they come … to

the long-term care or to the regional nursing home. And they just spend some time visiting. And if it’s a nice day they take people outside and maybe watch the work that’s going on because we do work at the regional nursing home, we work at Creighton Lodge, we work at St. Joseph’s longterm care and at the hospital there,” Gustafson said. The hope is that they won’t have too many projects coming after the deadline because it takes some time to schedule everything and ascribe volunteers to projects, but they never decline any projects no matter what time they come in. “There is a little bit of a process, but it works really

good. We have a system and we all get together and it works out good. We always managed to cover every project.” There is something for everyone. Some volunteers will be helping with a barbeque at the Alliance Church, from 11:30 a.m.-1p.m. People who have projects are invited to come with their volunteers and have lunch together. “It’s a free barbecue, and we encourage everyone if they want to pop in at their lunch. We do have a donation basket, but it is a free barbecue,” said Gustafson. The Day of Caring is a way to give back to the generous community and also recognize individuals and businesses supporting United

Way’s Telethon. “It’s a wonderful thing. We have people in this area and all around that are so generous when we are doing our telethon, and they are so generous to give. So we just thought it was really important … to give back to them. And it’s one way we can show them how much we appreciate it,” said Gustafson. She also spread her gratitude to all volunteers. “The United Way just wants to say thank you so much to everyone for their volunteering and their time that they give us because we as a board could not do this on our own. We only can do this with the support of our community.”

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Likely the best news possible The announcement that an equivalency agreement has been signed by representatives of the provincial and federal governments is likely the best possible news for Estevan when it comes to the future of two units at the Boundary Dam Power Station. If nothing else, it should bring closure to the “will they or won’t they” question about the equivalency agreement that has been dogging this area for the past 10 months, ever since SaskPower announced that it wouldn’t retrofit Units 4 and 5 at Boundary Dam with carbon capture and storage capabilities. As the months dragged on, people became more concerned about whether the two sides would ever reach such an agreement. A lot of people late last year likely would have told you that the agreement won’t happen. There’s still one last hurdle to clear, and that’s for the federal government to sign an order in council, but provincial Environment Minister Dustin Duncan called that a formality. An equivalency agreement not only brings a measure of certainty, but it also gives us a little more time. We now know that Unit 4 will come offline at the end of 2021, and Unit 5 will be finished by the end of 2024. Before the equivalency agreement was reached and signed, we didn’t know if we were going to get these reprieves, or if these units would be offline at the end of this year. It was very difficult to plan for the future if

you didn’t know how long Estevan would have these very important pieces of our community. The process of planning for the future can begin in greater earnest. As we’ve stated countless times before, it’s imperative to be planning for the future now. We can’t wait for 2021 to start planning for the day when these units are taken offline. There are a lot of conversations that a lot of agencies and industries need to have. We can’t leave it up to just the City of Estevan and their economic development and transition committees. Conversations need to be happening for everyone, from law enforcement to supports and recreation groups, from health care to education, and from the retail and hospitality community to professional services. If you think the retirement of Units 4 and 5 won’t affect you, then you’re either living in denial or you’re a fool. And we’re starting to hear some interesting ideas emerge. One of them is for Estevan to be the site of small modular reactors that would supply nuclear power to the province. When the province investigated the potential for nuclear power back in 2009, it didn’t go over very well. People were highly critical of the plan, as nuclear power is a very divisive issue. It remains the most divisive form of power generation. You can be sure that a lot of people won’t be happy if the province starts investigating nuclear

power of any kind, even if it’s in the form of smaller plants. Much like geothermal power, which is moving forward in the Estevan area, there is potential associated with nuclear power. Thanks to the presence of the transmission lines, we already have the infrastructure in place in Estevan. Will other forms of electrical generation create as many jobs as coal-fired power? Probably not. But they would be an option for a community that is going to need a lot of options moving forward. In a perfect world, we would be writing about how Units 4 and 5 will be remaining online for the long-term. We’d be talking about how the government decided last year to retrofit those two units with carbon capture and storage capabilities, and they would be operating long after the 2029 deadline for conventional coal-fired power. But that didn’t happen.The province decided natural gas would be the best source of baseload power going forward.The equivalency agreement suddenly shifted to the front burner for discussion in the community. Now we can shift our attention in other directions. But there is still going to be a lot discussed in the next few years now that one of the biggest questions about the short-term future of the community has been answered.

Through the tall grass, the lioness stalks her zebra The Star Wars Facebook page posted a photo on May 19 noting that on that day, 20 years earlier, The Phantom Menace came out. And I couldn’t see it until my honeymoon. The reason was something or other about making it to my wedding on the 22nd. Therefore, I dragged my bride, Michelle, to the Silvercity theatre at the West Edmonton Mall to see it, because that’s what all wives want for their honeymoon. And amazingly, 20 years later, she still loves me enough to make waffles on a Sunday. Oh, and we bought my first Nikon camera while on the honeymoon, too. What a fateful decision that was. We could have paid off our wedding debt and not gone a honeymoon, or gone on a honeymoon, where we ended up buying a camera. That camera, and the ones that followed, ended up paying for a good chunk of everything else down the road. Good choice. I first met my future wife the May long weekend of 1993. She seems to recall meeting me at the Saskatchewan Youth Parliament session at Christmas five months earlier, but I have no recollection of that, so it doesn’t count. I was not the happiest person, having just been dumped by my first girlfriend, ever, on May 5. Yet this beautiful blue-eyed girl with long, naturally curly hair seemed to warm up to me at the youth parliament mini session in Melville. Not much really happened, but there was a spark. However, having just come off a longdistance relationship (back when phone calls cost 10 cents a minute), this Yorkton boy wasn’t eager to start dating someone from Esterhazy. Later that year, I would go off to engineering at the University of Saskatchewan. Michelle would end up in Regina, attending

From the Top of the Pile BRIAN ZINCHUK the Wascana campus of the Saskatchewan Institute of Applied Science and Technology. There, she worked her ass off to get her diploma in nursing. We kept in touch through the five sessions of youth parliament spread throughout each year, but nothing really happened. However, I eventually determined she was stalking me, as she would call me once a week to check up on me and talk, like a lioness circling a zebra. Fast forward to May 1997. I had just recently flunked out of university, for good. I was not in a good state. But Michelle had completed her diploma. She didn’t want to date during school, and she didn’t. But school was over now, and by my determination, she sought me out, showing up at a youth parliament session after she got her registration. The lioness crept closer to the unsuspecting zebra. There, the spark lit four years earlier became a flame. We started dating May 5, which turned into one of the most wonderful and horrible days in my life. I came home to Saskatoon, realizing I had a girlfriend. Maybe THE girlfriend. And I found out that very same day my grandfather had a stroke and was in hospital a few blocks away. He died later that year as a result. Despite this loss, I had gained the most wonderful thing that day – my future wife. Perhaps for the first few weeks, the usual

questions of where this was going could have crept into my head. But she took a job in North Battleford, in part to be somewhat closer to me. And I soon took a job in Rosetown, in part to be somewhat closer to her. And soon thereafter, I don’t think there was any question that this wasn’t going to last. At our wedding, in May two years later, my mother said I didn’t know it, but I had fallen in love with Michelle from the moment I saw her. Mom was probably right. Why Mom didn’t say this, I think the reverse was also true. We lived in a fourth floor walkup apartment at first. I was pipelining, working six days on and one day off. But yet I would drive the six hours from Moosomin to North Battleford to be home with her, even if it was just for one day. We bought our first house in April 2001. That spring we both signed up for the military reserves to be cadet instructors. Some husbands and wives do yoga together. We signed on the dotted line, and spent the next six years in uniform together. My pipelining days ended in 2003, which was fortuitous, because soon after we found out that our first born, Katrina, was on the way in the 2004. Spencer would arrive in 2007, completing our family. Over all this time, we’ve been together, through a lot of thick and thin. That included tough finances, a heart attack for me in 2012, and sundry other things that bring truth to “for richer, for poorer; in sickness and in health.” We can still make each other smile, although sometimes I wonder, is her smile that of the lioness that bagged her zebra? Likely so. Brian Zinchuk is editor of Pipeline News. He can be reached at brian.zinchuk@sasktel.net.

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Helping and asking for help Last week one of the southeast’s most successful non-profit organizations, Envision Counselling and Support Centre, was celebrating their 25 years of serving the community. A lot has been done and changed through this time. They affected many, many lives and they helped probably thousands of people who needed it. Through these years as they were growing and developing, they were constantly trying to find new ways to reach more people and find better ways to meet their needs. And the community was there for this organization, volunteering, supporting, attending, spreading the word and helping in any possible way. As the organization was helping the southeast to be a better place, people were supporting Envision in its growth and success. To celebrate these relationships, Envision gave Estevan and area a gift in the form of Theoren Fleury. This successful former NHL player had a name and a strong story of trauma, recovery and healing to tell. Even just these two elements, when put together, usually allow to affect many people. While listening to Theo I was trying to understand, what else was making his speech quite influential and giving it a lifechanging power. He explained that it was about making himself vulnerable and open for others. This helped to create a safe space where deeper conversations and healing may happen. Many of you listened to him last week or heard him before. He was good. But when I was there I looked around and realized that yes, he was the guest speaker (a great guest speaker) and the celebration was built around him, but even being originally from this area, at this point he was more of an outsider who came here for some time to share his knowledge. It was us, the people who were in the Power Dodge Ice Centre, who live in the southeast, who are able to create safe space, who are always will to support and generous in all they do. It was the community, the people attending that made the event so special. I’ve been around for about six years now, and it keeps amazing me how open and generous people are in everything, be it time, money, expertise, connections or anything else. And they are willing to step in even before you ask. An example, I was in a slow job-searching life phase but wasn’t really asking for help from anybody. Like always having 25 things on the go, I made a stop in one of the Estevan’s businesses. It wasn’t related to my job-search at all in the beginning, but it turned to be after all. I knew the owner and one of the staff members there; together we volunteered at the Saskatchewan Summer Games back in 2016, but that was as far as we knew each other. I needed some work done and I thought they could help me with that. Both of them were at work. One word led to another, and as I was talking about what I was busy with those days I mentioned that I was looking for a job. With no further questions, the owner picked up the phone, made a call and gave me recommendations. I didn’t ask for it (I didn’t like asking for help in general then). To tell you more, I wasn’t even thinking that way, so I probably was even more grateful. He helped me because he could and probably felt that I needed it. That was just one of the hundreds of examples of Estevan’s generousity and readiness to help. But one wise person once told me that if I want to build any kind of relationships I should learn how to ask for help. The first time I heard it, I thought it was absurd. It didn’t make much sense to me. I always thought that providing help was more valuable while asking for help could make you feel vulnerable. And that was the answer. By making myself vulnerable I open up space and invite others into it. And that’s where relationships develop, and that’s where trauma heals, and that’s where the community grows. Just think about a situation when someone asked you to do something that was within your area of expertise, or just wasn’t difficult for you but important for another person. When I started paying attention to it I realized that in cases like that I usually feel needed and valued, just better about myself. And it was actually much easier to step out of awkwardness especially with new people. Even the phrase “happy to help” reflects the emotional package that usually comes with any help you provide to others. So helping is big, but providing help sometimes is even bigger. And it was a life-changing knowledge for me, which I’m still exploring. But looking at people around me at Envision’s luncheon I knew that this community knows much more about both helping and reaching for help thus creating safe space for others and building relationships.

Meili calls for provincial support for Estevan The leader of the Saskatchewan New Democratic Party is calling for support for Estevan as it enters a time of transition away from conventional coal power. Ryan Meili made the call during question period on May 15. His comments came shortly after the City of Estevan requested $5 million from the provincial government, and the Estevan Chamber of Commerce began a letterwriting campaign that calls for support from the provincial government. During question period, Meili said the government has no plan for the next step for both Estevan and Coronach, which is also affected by the phase-out. “This government’s been nowhere to be seen in Estevan, in Coronach, when it comes to the discussion of transition. Yet 1,300 people working in mines, working in power plants … whose jobs are on the line. “When the coal phaseout comes … are they just hoping that’s not going to happen? Are they just hoping it’s going to go away?” Meili said that when they asked various ministries, they have been sent to other ministries. D ustin D uncan, the minister of the Environment and the minister responsible for SaskPower, listed the projects that the government has undertaken in the Estevan area, starting with the carbon capture and storage facility at the Boundary Dam Power Station, as well as the geothermal project that went forward earlier this year. “That’s a way that we

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can help those employees and those communities,” said Duncan. In an interview with the Mercury, Meili said he would like to see the provincial government meet with people working in the coal industry to find out what they’re facing. “I think they should be honest with the people of Estevan. This federal decision does mean that we’re moving away from the production of electricity by coal, but it doesn’t mean that we’re not an energy province any more, nor does it need to mean that Estevan shouldn’t still be an energy community,” said Meili. Estevan can still have good jobs and good opportunities for the people of the community, even without coal, Meili said. The NDP leader believes there should be training opportunities for those who are looking to remain in the work force, while those looking at retirement might need financial assistance. He also believes there are

huge opportunities for renewable energy with wind, solar and geothermal power. “There’s a lot that can be done to produce energy as we talk about moving SaskPower towards the production of more of our electricity from renewables. Let’s make Estevan and Coronach … priorities,” said Meili. As for smaller modular reactors, Meili said they would largely be a distraction at this point, as the technology and financial feasibilities aren’t there yet. “ We should work on what’s already available. We know that we can produce power from wind and solar and geothermal.” Converting the existing plants to biomass is another option to look at, he said. Meili believes it’s appropriate for the city to ask for money to support the transition, but he hasn’t seen the proposal for $5 million. If the province does grant the request, then they need to be involved, along with the feds, in how the money is spent.

Meili said he remains in favour of moving away from producing electricity from coal, not only when it comes to the production of greenhouse gases, but from a local health point of view. “When you look at what producing coal and burning coal does to the air in the local community, it does put people at higher risk of asthma, of what we call emphysema or COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), and other health problems,” said Meili. Estevan Mayor Roy Ludwig, though, was not happy to hear Meili’s comments, because of the NDP’s desire to see the coal mines shut down. “We want to keep the good-paying jobs working. We believe clean coal technology works, and we want to see that continued at Unit 6 (at Boundary Dam) and Shand,” said Ludwig. The mayor believes coal is still the best baseload power option. Meanwhile, wind and solar have not proven themselves to be reliable. Clean coal technology can allow coal to be a big part of the power production grid in the future. Ludwig appreciates that Meili wants to see the province step forward with more money for the transition. “We’re still an important part of this province,” said Ludwig. “We’ve contributed to this province over the years with oil production and all of the taxes that we pay provincially in this area, and we feel it’s only fair to come to the table now when we’re suffering an economic downturn, with more to come potentially.”

Second guilty plea in Wicklow Centre theft A guilty plea was entered in Estevan Provincial Court on Monday regarding an incident that occurred earlier this year at the Wicklow Centre. James L. Cuppage pleaded guilty to break and enter. A couple of other charges, including theft under $5,000 and possession of property obtained by crime, were stayed. His lawyer, Roch Dupont, said Cuppage works as a labourer with a service rig company. “It was a stupid situation he got himself in,” Dupont said in court. Dupont described the theft as a “free for all shopping spree.” Cuppage, who didn’t have a criminal record before the incident, apologized for the theft. A joint submission called

for a three-month conditional sentence order (CSO), followed by 18 months of probation. But since Cuppage pleaded guilty and was apologetic, it was reduced to 12 months of probation by Judge Michelle Brass. Cuppage must also abstain from drugs, alcohol and cannabis during the CSO, but not during probation, and serve 100 hours of community service. The break and enter occurred in the basement of the Wicklow Centre in January. Among the items stolen were a laptop, a golf bag with a set of golf clubs, an air compressor, power tools and other construction tools. An anonymous tip said the items were located under a tarp in the backyard of a house in the 700-block of Second Street. A search

warrant was executed and the Estevan Police Service recovered the majority of the stolen property, including the laptop, the golf clubs and the bag. Cuppage’s father, James A. Cuppage, previously plead-

BB gun incident under investigation The Estevan Police Service (EPS) is seeking the public’s assistance with an incident that occurred during the long weekend. Po l i c e re c e i v e d a report May 19 from a resident who said their cat was shot with a BB gun. The cat was transported

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to a veterinarian but it did not survive. The cat was from a residence in the 400-block of Second Street. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Estevan Police Service at 306-634-4767 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800222-8477.

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Polish Kitchen: “Don’t forget your perogies” By Ana Bykhovskaia abykhovskaia@estevanmercury.ca

Estevan’s business family recently had a new addition. Aleksandra Szlapacka, better known to the community and suppliers as Aleks, opened the Polish Kitchen – a beautiful little store at 421A Kennsington Ave that makes customers feel like at grandma’s. Szlapacka came to Estevan from Poland about six years ago. She says that it was the Energy City that chose her. She never thought that she would open a business until a few months ago when her cooking talent got her trapped. “I was making cabbage rolls, just on the side for people before Christmas. And they were, ‘We love it, we love it. Why don’t you sell them?’ And I was, ‘I don’t want to do this, I don’t want to sell cabbage rolls.’ It started with cabbage rolls. And then I started thinking, “If I start selling cabbage rolls,

it can’t be just cabbage rolls. It’s gotta be more than this.’” And after numerous sleepless nights, hours and hours of research, piles of paperwork, days of renovation and planning that all was her after-work activities, enthusiastic and goaloriented Szlapacka opened the doors of the Polish Kitchen. Szlapacka’s bacon wrapped cabbage rolls cooked after her own special secret recipe, that she refused to share with the readers but which makes the meal exceptional, are the store’s biggest hit along with the variety of her homemade perogies. Ukrainian Co-op sausages were in high demand since day one as well. In general, it seemed like Estevan has been craving Polish and Ukrainian cuisine for a long time, as the store was emptied the first three days after opening April 17. “There was nothing on

the shelves, and I was laughing because it was like the 1980s back home, empty shelves in the meat store,” said Szlapacka. Since then she had to almost triple her sausage orders. She brought in a lot of new positions and constantly keeps growing. Every time she puts an order in the suppliers get surprised with how much food she goes through. Szlapacka even assumed that her meat supplier may end up hiring more people to meet Estevan’s demand. “They do their best to put the order together, but it’s getting more and more, and I keep adding, keep bringing more stuff like ribs or beef jerky.” Szlapacka hopes to eventually develop the deli part of the store and add a variety of ham and other sliced meats to the initial sausage, pepperoni and bacon. She looks into getting a deli supplier, but when

When redesigning the building to turn it into Polish Kitchen the owner thought through the details to make sure it feels homey and genuine. Photo by Anastasiia Bykhovskaia it comes to the quality she is very picky. “I’m in the testing mode right now, I’m trying to find (the supplier). It has to be the same quality. I have to like it. If I don’t like it, I’m not going to bring it.” She also offers a variety of traditional high-end pickled vegetables, jams, and other Polish and Ukrainian groceries and snacks. Another attraction is hot, homemade grandma-style lunches, which are different every day. Szlapacka never wanted to open a restaurant, but her childhood and background in Poland got her used to having

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Pursuant to Section 207 of The Planning and Development Act, 2007, the Council of the Rural Municipality of Estevan No.5 hereby gives notice of its intention to amend Zoning Bylaw 5-2014 by passing Bylaw 2019-06. Intent: The proposed bylaw is to amend the definition of a garden suite, remove conditions that the resident of the garden suite must be related to the owner of the host residence and to increase the maximum allowable square footage of a garden suite. Reason: The reason for the amendment is to allow more flexibility in regards to garden suites. Public Inspection: Any person may inspect the proposed bylaw at the R.M. of Estevan Municipal Office at #1 – 322 – 4th Street, Estevan, Saskatchewan between 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. from Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holiday. Copies are available at cost. Public Hearing: Council will hold a public hearing to receive submissions, written or verbal, on the proposed bylaw at 10:30 a.m. (local time) on Wednesday, June 12th, 2019 in the Council Chambers of the R.M. of Estevan No. 5, #1-322 4th Street Estevan, Saskatchewan. Dated at Estevan, Saskatchewan this 22nd day of May, 2019. Michelle Dickie, Administrator

City mayors from throughout the province were in Estevan last week for the Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association’s spring city mayors’ caucus. Estevan Mayor Roy Ludwig said the mayors from all cities were present, except for Meadow Lake and Martensville. They discussed common issues that will be taken to the provincial government. “We talked about gangs, which are getting to be a common problem in our province. That took up some lengthy discussions, with how do we combat that. We talked about the drug issues that the province faces now with the increasing meth use.” Among the other topics to be discussed was amalgamation of urban municipalities. It’s not something that would affect Estevan, Ludwig said, but it

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head from what my mom used to cook,” said Szlapacka laughing. She creates and works her magic in the kitchen, using oldcountry recipes, spices and even salt and allowing people to try something new and not that widespread in Canada. Some meals people like, others not so much. “I’m trying to put meals out to see what people like the most,” said Szlapacka. Every morning she comes to the store with new ideas and usually has about two hours to bring them to life and have fresh meals before the first customers come in.

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nutritious full lunches and various soups. “In my house, for my dad every day we had to have soup. For him a day without soup wasn’t a day,” remembered Szlapacka. And she decided to forward this tradition down to her customers, offering different meals-to-go. However, nobody ever knows ahead of time what kid of food each day will bring. “People keep asking, ‘What’s for lunch?’ I don’t know… Thursday is (always) cabbage rolls. ‘And what’s for Friday?’ I don’t know, whatever I created... It’s from my list in my

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could happen in the Regina and Saskatoon areas, which have growing suburbs. Similar concepts have been seen in Alberta and other provinces. “It doesn’t really speak to that in the Cities’ Act, so that’s another thing we talked about potential changes to the Cities Act to reflect the changing times,” said Ludwig. Mayors also talked about the potential formation of a provincial role similar to what municipal police forces in the province have in Bernie Eiswirth, who is the executive officer for the Saskatchewan Federation of Police Officers. “He’s aware of all the issues in all of the communities, and it would be a lot easier for us if we had an individual who was aware of all the ongoing issues as well,” said Ludwig. He believes the cities don’t communicate enough when it comes to negotiations with the police, which means they don’t

do as good of a job as they could if they had all of the information in front of them. Another meeting will take place in July to discuss the issue. SUMA members passed a resolution advocating for the provincial government to implement a cannabis excise tax sharing agreement, since communities are responsible for controlling cannabis production, sales and consumption. They want an agreement giving municipalities 33 per cent of total cannabis excise tax revenues collected in the province. The cities were very supportive of Estevan’s efforts when it comes to economic development as the city prepares for Units 4 and 5 to come offline in the coming years. SUMA will lobby the provincial government to work with the city to get more economic development in the area, which Ludwig said will be very important.

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Crescent Point improves balance sheet By Stephen Marsters of the Daily Oil Bulletin

Crescent Point Energy Corp. continues to focus on balance sheet improvement through capital allocation, cost reductions and increased cash flow generation, executives with the company said May 9. The company reported higher adjusted funds flow from operations in the first quarter (Q1) of 2019, at $514 million (93 cents per share diluted), compared to $428.9 million (78 cents per share) in the year-prior quarter. “We had a great start to the year, including net debt reduction of over $100 million during the first quarter, share repurchases totalling more $5.6 million since the launch of our normal course issuer bid (NCIB), ongoing cost improvements and increased hedging activity to protect our financial flexibility,” Craig Bryksa, president and CEO of Crescent Point, said during a conference call to discuss Q1 results. “We now expect to generate approximately $600 million of excess cash flow in 2019, based on guidance at current strip prices,” Bryksa added. “We plan to allocate these excess funds to additional net debt reduction and accretive share repurchases.” Approximately 70-80 per cent of excess cash flow in 2019 is expected to be allocated to debt reduction, with the balance going to its NCIB. The company believes share repurchases represent an attractive allocation of shareholder capital, given its current valuation. D ur ing the quar ter, Crescent Point realiz ed an operating netback of $33.95/ barrel of oil equivalent (boe), flat compared with $34.49/boe in Q1 2018. The company’s operating netback within its key focus areas of Viewfield, Shaunavon and Flat Lake was approximately eight per cent higher than the corporate average, highlighting the lower costs and premium oil pricing associated with these plays, Crescent Point said. During the first quarter, the company’s capital expenditures on drilling and development, facilities and seismic totalled $380.2 million, down approximately 50 per cent compared to $722.0 million in Q1 2018. Crescent Point’s firstquarter 2019 program included $359.6 million spent on drilling and development to drill 188 (164.7 net) wells. The company expects reduced spending in second quarter 2019 compared to first quarter, driven by normal seasonality related to spring breakup. Based on the mid-point of its 2019 guidance, Crescent Point expects that its

total capital expenditures in the first half of the year will account for approximately 50 per cent of its annual budget, highlighting new management’s shift toward a more consistent capital and drilling program. Overall, Crescent Point is on track with its 2019 budget — annual average production of 170,000– 174,000 boepd and planned c a p i t a l e x p e n d i t u re s o f $1.20 billion-$1.30 billion — which it said remains unchanged due to successful and ongoing cost saving, optimization and supply chain initiatives. Net debt as at March 31 equated to approximately $3.9 billion, or 2.1 times trailing adjusted funds flow. The company reduced its net debt during first quarter by $105.8 million, net of share repurchases and dividends. Cash and unutilized credit capacity as at March 31 was approximately $1.72 billion, with no material near-term senior note debt maturities. The company continued to actively hedge oil production during the recent improvement in commodity prices, including new hedges extending to late 2019 and 2020. As at May 3, Crescent Point had, on average, approximately 45 per cent of its oil and liquids production, net of royalty interest, hedged through the remainder of 2019, approximately 35 per cent in the first half of 2020 and 23 per cent in the second half of 2020.

Crescent Point’s first quarter oil differential improved by over 60 per cent compared to Q4 2018, to $8.36/bbl. Based on realized prices to date and the current forward curve, the company expects its second quarter 2019 realized oil price to further increase by approximately 15 per cent relative to first quarter 2019. S u b s e q u e n t t o fi r s t quarter, the company declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.01 per share payable on July 2. Average production in Q1 2019 was 175,955 boepd, comprised of approximately 91 per cent oil and liquids, down from 178,418 boepd in last year’s first quarter. M a n a g e m e n t ’s i n creased focus on improving costs and efficiencies is further highlighted in the Viewfield Bakken, an area the company has been developing for over 12 years. Crescent Point has reduced completion costs in this play during 2019 by approximately eight per cent compared to the trailing three-year average. Due to existing market access in the Uinta Basin and risk-adjusted returns in the earlier-stage East Shale D uvernay play, Crescent Point continues to remain disciplined in allocating capital to these resource plays. In aggregate, these two areas account for about 15 per cent of the company’s 2019 capital expenditures budget, primarily weighted to the Uinta Basin. Meanwhile, as part of

its focus on decline mitigation, Crescent Point converted approximately 75 producing wells to water injection wells in the first quarter. The company plans to convert a total of approximately 145 wells in 2019 across its key focus areas, up from 79 in 2018. In addition, subsequent to Q1, Crescent Point fully unitized its fourth unit in the Viewfield Bakken resource play for waterflood development, with additional opportunities identified for future waterflood expansion. By consistently advancing its decline mitigation programs, the company said it expects to add low-cost reserves and enhance free cash flow generation while also reducing drilling requirements to sustain production. During the first quarter, the company initiated a process for asset dispositions, which continues to progress. The company did not disclose any details on the conference call on May 9, but noted that proceeds from any deal will fund further net debt reduction and share repurchases.

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The Southeast College saluted student achievement at its Estevan campus during the annual industry education luncheon. The Southeast College recognized the achievements of students at its Estevan campus Thursday during the annual industry education luncheon. Forty-one scholarships, with a total value of more than $42,000, were handed out at the campus to a total of 28 students in different programs. A few of the students couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t attend because they were working, and putting the skills they have learned at the college to good use. Jeff Richards, the vicepresident of strategic development for the college, noted the college will dole out about $189,000 in scholarships and bursaries throughout the southeast region, thanks to the support of donors and sponsors. That includes $44,000 in achievement awards through academics and other achievements; $24,000 through the Fuelling the Future campaign, which generates funds from corporate donors and spon-

sorships ; $32,000 through $500 entrance awards for all full-time students in programs; and $89,000 through the Saskatchewan Innovation and Opportunities Scholarship fund, which matches the scholarships the college provides. Students applied for the scholarships online from November to March. A selection committee comprised of teachers, staff members and others determined the winners. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recipients were: â&#x20AC;˘ Xerox bursary: Naomi 5RVVHQ RIĂ&#x20AC;FH DGPLQLVtration); â&#x20AC;˘ Southeast College Governors Bursary: LauUD $QWRLQH DQG /RULDQQ *ORZDWVNL ERWK LQ DGXOW EDVLF HGXFDWLRQ /HYHO â&#x20AC;˘ Southeast College SRVW VHFRQGDU\ VFKRODUships for Estevan: AshOH\ 5DLZHW IRXUWK FODVV power engineering), Re-

Report from the Legislature May 16, 2019 With the spring session of the legislature coming to an end, I look forward to spending more time in the area engaging with constituents. As I have done the past two years, I will reach out to all local cities, towns, villages and rural municipalities, in an effort to continue our ongoing dialogue. The 2019-20 Saskatchewan Budget ful ills our governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s three-year plan to balance the budget with no new taxes or tax increases while boosting supports for mental health, classrooms and highway safety. It includes: â&#x20AC;˘ A sustainable plan to ensure a balanced budget this year and for the years to come; â&#x20AC;˘ Nearly $30 million more for targeted mental health and addictions funding; â&#x20AC;˘ An increase of $26 million in operating funding for Saskatchewan school divisions; â&#x20AC;˘ New tax credits for volunteer ire ighters and irst responders; â&#x20AC;˘ Funding to begin a ive-year Enhanced Intersection Safety Program for highway intersections; and â&#x20AC;˘ A focus on infrastructure funding for the province. During the spring sitting, our government passed multiple pieces of legislation, including: â&#x20AC;˘ Changes to The Saskatchewan Employment Act creating a new critically ill adult leave, expanding parental leave and adding an additional week of maternity leave; â&#x20AC;˘ Passing Clareâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Law which will allow police to release information about someoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s violent or abusive past to intimate partners whose safety may be at risk; â&#x20AC;˘ Increasing the number of occupational diseases ire ighters and volunteer ire ighters are covered for through changes to The Workersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Compensation Act; â&#x20AC;˘ Legislation to allow rural municipalities, and other municipalities with populations under 500, to join regional police services; â&#x20AC;˘ Legislation that better balances the rights of rural land owners and members of the public in accessing rural property; and â&#x20AC;˘ Creating a paid job leave option for survivors of interpersonal and sexual violence to take up to ive paid days and ive unpaid days off to seek supports or services. The spring sitting of the legislature saw your Saskatchewan Party government continue to stand up for Saskatchewan in the ight against the federal governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s carbon tax and push for help for canola farmers facing trade barriers with China. Thank you to all of those who took the time to support the anti-carbon tax convoy and rally that went to Regina in April. It was a great pleasure to take part and see so many familiar faces attend, and have their voices heard. In the coming months, we will keep Saskatchewan issues front and centre here at home and in Ottawa. Your Saskatchewan Party government will keep standing up for Saskatchewan. We will advocate for our industries that provide the means to keep Saskatchewan strong â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and we will continue our opposition to the Trudeau Carbon Tax, which includes taking our ight all the way to the Supreme Court of Canada. You will be receiving a document in the mail in the coming weeks, asking for feedback in terms of how we can best represent you. This will focus on how we build on the growth of our community and province today and in the years ahead. Please take the time to ill out the return card and send it back. Feel to contact my of ice at 306-634-7311 to discuss any concerns and suggestions you may have.

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He applauded the students, staff and the donors who attended the luncheon. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Your hard work and dedication has paid off, literally,â&#x20AC;? Bjorndalen told the students. â&#x20AC;&#x153;However, more important, you have gained the tools necessary to receive a future in your chosen field of study.â&#x20AC;? Staff members inspire and enable students by giving students the tools they need to succeed. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Your responsiveness, innovation and authenticity, each and every day, displays your commitment to helping students pursue and achieve their dreams.â&#x20AC;? Finally, donors and partners believe in education and the ability to grow the community. Their support unlocks the matching grants from the provincial government for student scholarships.

EPS members investigated La Loche incident Two members of the Estevan Police Service (EPS) were in La Loche last week to investigate an incident that occurred April 27 in the north Saskatchewan community. The Saskatchewan RCMP announced on May 10 that the EPS would be carrying out the independent investigation. La Loche RCMP witnessed a man consuming alcohol while sitting on the steps outside a licensed establishment. After observing the behaviour of the man, La Loche officers made the decision to arrest him for illegal consumption and public intoxication. He resisted arrest and was taken into custody in front of several other members of the community. The man was lodged in La Loche RCMP cells for several hours before he complained of pain to his lower body. He was transported to La Loche Hospital and then

to a Saskatoon hospital where he was treated for non-life threatening injuries. He was transferred back to La Loche and has since been released from care. As a result of this incident, on May 2, the Saskatchewan RCMP requested the independent by the EPS. Additionally, an independent observer has been assigned by the Saskatchewan Ministry of Justice. The EPS was tasked with finding out the circumstances surrounding the his injuries, including how and when the injuries occurred. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When an incident like this happens, they want, obviously, an independent investigation conducted, and there are several police agencies throughout the province that conduct investigations on quite a routine basis, when asked to do so, of other police agencies or other police officers to maintain that independence,â&#x20AC;? said Estevan

Police Chief Paul Ladouceur. If an incident occurs within a police organization, then the police don`t want someone working within that organization to conduct the investigation, since there might be a close relationship between the officers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The rationale is that by looking to another service, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s that elimination of interference and having conflict with relationships and so forth,â&#x20AC;? the police chief said. He believes Estevan was chosen for a couple of reasons. The first is that the EPS has a professional police agency that has been relied on to perform investigations and assist with matters involving other police organizations. Also, due to the significant geographical distance between Estevan and La Loche, there is a reduced chance of a close connection between officers in the two communities. And Estevan has a permanent full-time criminal investigations division to carry out the work. Ladouceur didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t divulge how often the EPS will carry out an investigation like this, but he said it could be for a review of a policy, such as when the EPS is involved in a highspeed pursuit, and wants to have another agency conduct an investigation. They might also

be called in for research-related purposes. It has been a while since the EPS has carried out an independent investigation for another agency. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re fairly far and few between, but not completely uncommon. If we were to receive some requests, say, a couple of times a year from another organization, that would be probably about the maximum.â&#x20AC;? The La Loche RCMP issued a statement last week, saying more than 100 people from the community attended a town hall, and many questions were asked about the incident. Some were concerned about the presence of EPS officers to conduct the investigation. The La Loche RCMP said they could not answer the questions regarding the investigation, since the EPS is handling it. Ladouceur noted the host agency will usually cover the cost of the investigation and bringing the officers to the community. Usually there is an assessment completed at the end of the investigation, and if costs are minimal, the investigating organization might waive the expenses, knowing they might one day reach out to that same agency for assistance. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We work together on these things,â&#x20AC;? said Ladouceur.

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Lord of the Ring attracts young cattle exhibitors Yo u n g p e o p l e f ro m throughout the Prairie provinces were at the Estevan Exhibition Association’s grounds recently for the Lord of the Ring Junior Stock Show. Approximately 55 participants under the age of 21 showcased the steers and heifers that they have worked on for the past year for judges. “It’s just another opportunity for these kids to get out to another show, compete and get in and win some prizes and learn some new skills,” said Justin Van de Woestyne, one of the organizers of the show. The grand champion steer was won by Waylon Blacklock from the Saskatoon area, while the reserve champion award went to Toby Noble from Lloydminster. The grand champion heifer was owned by Mason Beck of Milestone, while Casey Brokenshire of Estevan had the reserve champion heifer. “The quality of cattle was excellent,” Van de Woestyne said. “They’re certainly probably some of the best livestock in Western Canada that come out to these events, so it’s topnotch quality for sure.” Lord of the Ring was held for the first time in May 2014, making this the sixth edition. Van de Woestyne and his girlfriend Nicole McKim organize it each year, and there are some volunteers who help out prior to and during the show. “We all grew up in the

Casie Brokesnhire, middle, won the award for the reserve champion heifer at the Lord of the Ring Junior Stock Show in Estevan. Also pictured are judge Riley Lafrentz, left, and co-organizer Nicole McKim. Photo submitted cattle industry, and as kids we all took part in shows like this, whether it was in 4-H or shows just like this where it was just a jackpot show,” said Van de Woestyne. The show represents a good chance to give back to the younger generation of ranchers. “Every time they go out and do an event like this, they just get better at what they do and meet a lot of people,” said Van de Woestyne. There’s also a show in Weyburn each year that takes

place just before Estevan, allowing participants to make a weekend out of their time in

the southeast. “It’s a pretty big draw in this corner of the province

for these kids who show livestock,” said Van de Woestyne. “There are kids from Manito-

ba and all over Saskatchewan, and we even draw some kids from Alberta.”

Yoga festival coming to Woodlawn The inaugural OM Yoga Festival will be happening July 20-21 at Rotary Hall inside Woodlawn Regional Park. This will be the first official yoga festival to be held in the Estevan area. OM Yoga Festival will include two days filled with yoga classes, meditation, informative workshops, creative classes and live music. The first day begins with registration at 7 a.m. Festival goers will customize their day(s) and choose from the following classes: Vibe with your Asana, taught by Kelsey Rydberg; Parasympathetic Flow with Colin Hall of Bodhi Tree Yoga in Regina;

Happy Soles with Sarah Garden of Bodhi Tree Yoga in Regina; Feel your Yoga with Heidi Hesselink and Marissa Tisdale; Reconstruct your Down Dog by Garden, and Fearless Heart by Kim Mayuk. There will be two late afternoon workshops: Close your Eyes and Watch them Spin, which is a 2 1/2-hour immersion with Hall; and Mala Workshop with Mud and Lotus of Red Deer. The day will wrap up with an energized glow yoga dance party led by Hall and a relaxing fire and moon ceremony led by Rydberg. The second day in-

cludes Gentle Sunrise Flow at Boundary Dam Beach Site led by Mayuk; Yoga for your Back led by Garden; Meditation and Hike with Marissa Tisdale; Asana Remix by Hall; Metta Flow with Ashley Hodgkin and Lacey Lloyd of Sadhana Yoga; and Breath and Bodhi by Garden. The day will conclude with a blissful sound meditation led by Mud and Lotus and a closing ceremony with the OMies, who are the OM Yoga Studio’s teachers. There will also be an “OMazing Market” showcasing health and wellness vendors from across Saskatchewan. The market will

be free for the public to walk through, browse and shop from the vendors. “ We hope to have as many local vendors as possible to showcase the health and wellness options that are available in our community,” wrote Kim Mayuk with OM Yoga Studio. A vegetarian lunch, with a vegan option, is provided for festival attendees. The lunch will be crafted by Dave and Diane Rosenbaum of EB’s Dining. The teachers of OM Yoga Studio are looking forward to seeing everyone roll out their mats this summer at this event.

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Lots of action on the track Friday night

Darren Medler (74) leads Troy Threinen (99R), Makenzie Hagen (10Z) and Kyle Krogh (21K) coming out of turn 4 in the sport mod class at Friday night’s program at the Estevan Motor Speedway. Photo by David Willberg It was a cool and blustery night at the Estevan Motor Speedway on Friday, but there was still lots of action for the fans, thanks to the racing offered in five different classes. For the second straight program, Travis Hagen won the modified feature. For Friday night’s program, he accepted the Darn TV $500 back row challenge, offered to those who win their heat races. He took a spot at the back of the field, and worked his way to top spot, edging out Kody Scholpp of Estevan. Marcus Tomlinson from Turtle Lake, N.D., was third.

“I was tr ying to go where they weren’t, and I found the top of (turns) 1 and 2,” said Hagen. “It was pretty rough, but I could floor it all the way around there. I was happy. That was pretty insane out there.” The bottom of the track was the quicker lane in turns 3 and 4, so he opted for that line. He doubts he’ll ever be able to pull off a win like that that again. Hagen has 80 points in the overall standings, three points clear of Scholpp. Tyson Turnbull of Estevan sits third with 77 points. In the sport mod class,

Robby Rosselli was the feature winner, finishing ahead of Kelly Henderson and Brock Beeter. The top three drivers were from Minot. Rylan Raynard of Lampman was the top Saskatchewan driver in sixth place. Rosselli now leads in the points standings with 79 points. Darren Medler of Minot is second with 77 and Raynard is third with 71. In the street stocks, Chris Hortness of Estevan finished first, with another Estevan racer, Austin Daae, coming in second and Minot’s Joren Boyce finishing third.

Kaiden Tuchscherer (91T) had the lead on Tyler Lucy and Jaice Gibson in the hobby stock class. “It was really quick out there, and really great. Second race out in it (the stock car), and to have this kind of luck is really good,” said Hortness. An experienced racer in several different classes at the speedway, Hortness said he has enjoyed the street stock class in the past. Hortness is also the leader in the points standings, sitting one point ahead of Boyce and four points ahead of Minot’s Michael Swallers. Lampman’s Leevi Runge won the feature in the hobby stock class, finishing ahead of Zach Lutz of Burl-

ington, N.D., and Brad King of Minot. Runge used the high line of the track to get into the lead, and held on to the lead the rest of the way. “I saw Lutz in the last couple of laps there, but I saw too many guys roll off regular tires this year, so I wasn’t doing that today.” He narrowly lost the opening race of the season, but pulled out the win this time. The win moved Runge into top spot in the overall standings with 79 points. Beeter is second with 77 and Landon Runge, also of Lampman, is third with 71.

Ryder Raynard, an 11-year-old driver of Lampman, won the sling shot race for the second consecutive program and now leads the overall standings with 78 points. Jenna Emmel was second and Keenan Glasser came in third. Both are from Estevan. Glasser now sits second in the points standing with 75 points, while Emmel is third with 71. The next program at the speedway will be May 25, when the Tougher than Dirt Tour will make its way to Estevan. Hobby stocks and sport mods will be featured that night.

Junior football coming to the southeast in 2020 The people trying to bring junior football to this region are excited to announce that the team, known as the Southeast Junior Roughnecks, is slated to begin play next year. Jason Bresciani, who is at the helm of the initiative along with Frank DeBruyn, said they won’t be able to get the team off the ground in 2019, so they will begin play in 2020. “It will give us a year to get our sponsorship in order and get the operational costs in the bank. We should be officially going next year,” Bresciani told the Mercury. The goal will be to have a fall camp later this year, then move into an offseason winter program to get ready for next year. A meeting for prospective players will take place on June 22 at the Western Star Hotel in Estevan, starting at 7 p.m. The Roughnecks can accept players who are between the ages of 18 and 21 at the end of this year. Coaches are also needed for the program. “Right away we want to start reaching out to anybody who is interested in coaching who wants to commit to the 2020 season,” said Bresciani. Anyone interested in coaching can email southeast. jr.football@gmail.com. Applications will be due by June 8. Then they will make their

selection. Prospective players who can’t make it to the meeting are also encouraged to email DeBruyn and Bresciani. The Roughnecks are also still looking for people to be on the board, and they are also in need of sponsors. Operation costs would be the biggest needs, to cover busing, hotels, food, field rentals and other expenses. “Our normal operational costs are going to be quite a bit. We’re doing our best with equipment to get as many hand-me downs as we can.” Sponsors would be needed for equipment, jerseys and even travel. Bresciani stressed the team has received some great support from the Saskatchewan Roughriders and the Regina Thunder. The Roughriders provided equipment to the Thunder, who in turn supplied it to the Roughnecks. It’s still in good shape, and it’s still certified, or the Roughnecks wouldn’t have acquired it. “If it wasn’t for the Riders donating along the line, we wouldn’t have equipment already,” he said. Bresciani and DeBruyn announced their intention earlier this year to bring junior football to the southeast, in an effort to give kids a chance to play football locally after high school. They would be playing in the Manitoba Major Junior Football League, which

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has teams in Winnipeg and Brandon. Communication is ongoing between the Roughnecks and the league, and Bresciani said the club would be welcome into the league next year. Bresciani believes there

is still a lot of interest in this team. “I believe there is still a good buzz around there, and a buzz around the area,” said Bresciani. “Myself and Frank DeBruyn, we’ve still been getting approached at

the rinks. We do get some Facebook messages, and the interest is there. We just have to keep pushing and keep promoting it. “That’s the biggest thing right now. We have to promote who we are and what we

are, and why we’re doing this.” This is not just an Estevan team. This is a regional initiative, and they have received interest from prospective players in Weyburn, Carlyle, Moosomin and other communities.

Getting their kicks in Members of the Timbits division in the Estevan Youth Soccer Association had a fun night at Cactus Park on Thursday. It was one of several divisions to be out playing soccer that evening. Young people can be seen playing soccer at Cactus Park on a nightly basis in May and June.

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Plenty of activity for minor ball teams The Southeast Performance Pump midget AAA Twins went 1-3 at a tournament in Saskatoon from May 16-18. The Twins opened the tournament with a 17-5 loss in five innings against the Regina White Sox. The White Sox jumped out to a 10-0 lead after three innings, and while the Twins made a game out of it, the White Sox put the game away with six runs in the fifth. Boston Walker took the loss for the Twins on the mound. He surrendered 10 runs on eight hits over 2 2/3 innings, striking out two. Tu c k e r N e u b e r g e r, Rhett Nikolejsin, and Ty Krafchuk each collected one hit to lead the Twins. Their next game was a 3-2 victory over the Regina Athletics. Pitching was strong for both teams, as the Twins pitchers struck out eight, while the Athletics sat down three. Burke Lyons was on the mound for the Twins. He lasted 6 1/3 innings, allowing eight hits and two runs while striking out eight. The game was tied at ones until the top of the sixth, when the Twins scored a run in each of the sixth and seventh innings. The Athletics responded with a run of their own in the bottom of the seventh. A i d e n K r a f c h u k ’s ground-out plated what proved to be the winning run.

Hunter Stewart pitched for the Estevan Brewers Thursday evening at Cactus Park. Kieran Stewart led the Twins offensively going 4-for-4. The Twins also didn’t commit an error in the field. In their third game, the Twins dropped a 10-2 decision to the Northwest Prairie Pirates. The Pirates scored seven times in the fourth in-

ning to break open a scoreless game, and after the Twins tallied twice in the fourth, the Pirates added three more in the seventh. Justin Van Achte was on the hill for the Twins. He allowed four hits and five runs over 3 1/3 innings, striking out three. Aiden Krafchuk

and Rylan Erb entered the game as relief, throwing two innings and two-thirds of an inning, respectively. Kieran Stewart went 2-for-3 at the plate to lead the Twins in hits. The Twins tournament came to an end in a 5-2 loss to the Saskatoon Giants. The

Giants scored twice in the bottom of the first, but the Twins tied the game with two of their own in the third. The Giants scored one in the fourth and two in the fifth. The Twins scattered ten hits in the game, with Krafchuk and Tyren Dorrance

each racking up multiple hits. Ty Nikolejsin took the loss for the Twins. He surrendered five runs on four hits over five innings, striking out four. The Twins will return to league play this weekend. They will host the Saskatoon Giants at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Saturday, and then visit the Swift Current 57s on Sunday. *** The Estevan under-15 Brewers dropped a 7-4 decision to the Southeast A’s on Thursday night at Cactus Park. Hunter Stewart and Mason Fichter were on the mound for the Brewers and pitched well, giving them a chance to win. The Brewers will play five games in five days. They will host Weyburn on May 22 at 6 p.m., then have two home games against the Swift Current 57s on May 25 at 1 and 4 p.m., and the Regina White Sox on May 26, also at 1 and 4 p.m. *** The Estevan TS&M peewee AA Brewers had a 1-1-1 record at the Regina Legasse tournament. They opened with a 2-2 tie over the Red River Pioneers, and they routed the Regina Buffaloes 8-3. Their tournament ended with a 5-3 loss to the Swift Current 57s. Estevan finished fifth in the tournament, which left them one spot out of the playoffs.

Archery club hosts outdoor shoot

Blaine Stropko takes aim during the 3D shoot at the Estevan Archery Club’s outdoor range.

The Estevan Archery Club hosted two days of shooting during their annual 3D outdoor shoot on May 11 and 12. Entrants came from throughout southern Saskatchewan, and competed in various classes. The winners for the first day were: Chris Hoffman, senior men’s 21-and-over senior compound fixed pin, with a 175 in the first round and a 195 in the second for a 370 total; Craig Branton, 21-and over senior men’s compound unlimited (169-166-335); Cory Rucks, 21-and-over senior men’s compound (182-178360); Pam Franko, master women’s 50 compound (114124-238); Ethan Rohatyn, boys pre-cub 12 and under compound (99-106-205); Shelby Mantei, girls pre-cub 12-and-under compound (79); Hunter Chipley, cadet boys 17-and-under compound (167-181-348); Cayden Hoffman, peewee boys nine-andunder compound (148-163-

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311); and Kennedy Burrnet, peewee girls nine-and-under comound (109-129-238). The winners for the second day of competition were Blaine Stropko of Estevan in the master 50 compound division with a score of 351, thanks to a 170 in Round 1 and a 181 in Round 2; Dana Hamilton of Estevan in the master women’s

The Estevan MNP midget Voltz continued their impressive play early in the South Saskatchewan Lacrosse League season by routing the Weyburn Thrashers 10-2 at Affinity Place on Thursday night. The Voltz scored five times in each of the first and second periods for the convincing victory.

Jackson Miller set the tone early for the Voltz when he scored 90 seconds into the game. Codie Lemke scored a few minutes later to double the lead. And while Weyburn would get one back shortly after Lemke’s goal, Layne Gilroy, Kalen Stang and Braxton Dukart scored before the end of the frame for a 5-1 lead.

Miller added two more in the second, while Dukart, Stang and Chase Foord also scored. The Thrashers scored once in the third. Cole Blondeau was in goal for the victory. The Voltz record is now 3-0. Their next game is May 23 when they visit the Regina Snipers.

Oh my aching back: What should I do to prevent my back from acting up?

Lifting

Sleeping

Lift with your feet shoulderwidth apart; bend your hips and knees, keeping your back as straight as possible. Grip the load firmly and hold it close to your body, tighten your stomach muscles and use the strong muscles of your legs as you lift the object. Keep your back straight and avoid twisting – point your feet in the direction you want to go.

Your mattress should be firm enough to support your spine in a neutral position. No sagging!

I have a history of low back problems and would like to participate in sports and do yard work this spring/summer. What should I do to prevent my back from acting up?

The research shows that the most important factor in you are starting out. Try not to be the “weekend warrior” athlete. Doing too much too soon can lead to injury. It is also important to maintain flexibility and to stretch before and after activity.

TICKETS AVAILABLE @ HENDERS DRUGS

May 6th, 2019

2pm & 7pm Tickets: Adults $15 Students & Seniors $13 Children (12 and Under) $10 PreSchool Free Estevan Comprehensive School Cafetorium

Video, Digital & Flash Cameras Not Allowed During The Recital

Keith Partridte, master men’s 60 compound (180-194-317); Kylee Carlson, 17-and-under girls cadet compound (153157-310); Hayden Neff, men’s cadet compound (82-102204); Anden Barlow, peewee nine-and-under boys compound (122-56-178); and Nevah Duke, peewee nine or under compound (128-103-231).

Midget Voltz rout visiting Weyburn

Back pain is most common musculoskeletal complaint that affects 80 percent of the population at some point of their lives. More than 70 percent of back problems begin during routine daily activities. It is important to be aware of your body mechanics and maintain fitness level to prevent injury.

Choreographed & Directed By Lorie-Gay Drewitz-Gallaway, A.R.A.D.

50 compound (105-142-247); Chris Hoffman, senior men’s 21-and-over fixed pins (184192-376); Dana Gedak, senior women’s 21-and-over fixed pins (149-153-302); Kyle Petterson, senior men’s traditional (74); Keasto Munford, senior men’s hunter (165178-343);Erin Partridte in a women’s event (145-171-316);

The Canadian Physiotherapy Association (Back Pain ‘Oh my Aching Back’, www.physiotherapy.ca) recommends the following tips to help prevent pain:

Your physiotherapist can also teach you how to strengthen your core muscles and assess your spine to make sure it moves properly.

Posture Think tall with your chest lifted, shoulders relaxed, chin tucked in, and level. Posture should be stable, balanced, and relaxed when sitting, walking, or standing.

Sitting Do not sit for long periods of time. Stand up, stretch, and walk around. your back. Stay active by “mixing it up” between cardiovascular, strengthening, and flexibility exercises. A physiotherapist can help set up an appropriate program, even if you have a history of injury.

Driving Position your car seat so your back is supported and your legs are relaxed and slightly bent. Use a lumbar roll if you need extra support.

Leann Boehm, Physiotherapist Southeast Physiotherapy 1209 5th Street Estevan, SK S4A 0Z5 Ph: 306-634-6630 clinic@southeastphysio.ca www.southeastphysio.ca

Physiotherapists not only treat injuries but they also teach you how to prevent injuries. May is National Physiotherapy month. Physiotherapists are university-trained, licenced health professionals who have applied knowledge and understanding of how the body moves, what keeps it from moving well, and how to restore mobility.

May 22, 2019 A15 City Hall: 1102 4th Street 8 am to 4:30 pm | (306) 634-1800 /HLVXUH 2ɝFH 701 Souris Avenue 8 am to 4:30 pm | (306) 634-1880

Message From Did you know: 1 in 3 people will experience a mental health challenge at some point in their life? Yet, 2/3 of people experiencing a mental health issue do not access services. This is often due to: - Limited access to timely and appropriate resources. - Unsure where to ﬁnd relevant services. - Stigma associated with mental health challenges.

Join Donna Bowyer: Canadian Mental Health Association – (certiﬁed trainer in the areas of prevention, recovery, suicide prevention and ﬁrst aid for mental health challenges) as she leads us through a 3-hour Mental Health awareness session. We will explore grief, loss and change (which are not always associated with death) and their connection to anxiety and depression. Donna will also offer insight into how we can recognize the symptoms of anxiety and depression. We will take a look at how we can often sabotage our own happiness. We will also discuss the value of hope as it relates to recovery and happiness. We invite you to attend this FREE session sponsored by Estevan Police Service: *Wednesday, May 29th at the Western Star Hotel – Estevan. *7:00pm-10:00pm *Light snacks and refreshments provided. Please call (306) 634-4767 for additional information. **This session is also being offered in Carlyle on Thursday, May 30th**

The Mayor United Way Day of Caring is May 29, 2019

2019 WATERMAIN FLUSHING SCHEDULE THE CITY OF ESTEVAN WILL BE FLUSHING WATERMAINS TO ENSURE GOOD WATER QUALITY FOR ALL USERS OF CITY WATER. THIS WORK INCLUDES THE TURNING OF MAIN WATER VALVES AROUND THE CITY, AND FLUSHING LARGE QUANTITIES OF WATER FROM VARIOUS HYDRANTS IN EACH AREA. DURING THIS PROCESS YOU MAY NOTICE A SUBSTANTIAL DROP IN PRESSURE, THIS WILL BE BRIEF. AS WELL, DISCOLOURED WATER IS POSSIBLE DURING THE DAYS YOUR AREA IS SCHEDULED FOR THIS WORK (SEE SCHEDULE BELOW), PLEASE RUN A FAUCET FOR A FEW MINUTES UNTIL THE WATER IS CLEAR AGAIN. PLEASE CONTACT CITY HALL AT 634-1800 IF ISSUES PERSIST. THANK YOU FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING DURING THIS IMPORTANT MAINTENANCE! (1) THURSDAY, AND FRIDAY- MAY 23 AND MAY 24 AREA BOUNDED BY PERKINS STREET AND LUSCAR PARK ON THE NORTH, WATER TREATMENT PLANT ON THE SOUTH, WOODLAWN AVE ON THE WEST, AND HWY 47S SERVICE ROAD ON THE EAST (INCLUDES LUSCAR PARK, CITY OF ESTEVAN PUBLIC WORKS YARDS, AND BUSINESSES ON HWY 47S SERVICE ROAD) (2) MONDAY – FRIDAY MAY 27- 31 AREA BOUNDED BY 6TH STREET ON THE NORTH, VALLEY STREET, 1ST STREET, AND WESTVIEW PLACE ON THE SOUTH, ALICE ROAD AND WOODLAWN AVENUE ON THE WEST, AND SOURIS AVENUE ON THE EAST (INCLUDES WESTVIEW, CENTRAL, AND DOWNTOWN REGIONS) (3 MONDAY- FRIDAY JUNE 3-7 AREA BOUNDED BY 6TH STREET ON THE NORTH, MCDONALD ROAD AND PERKINS STREET ON THE SOUTH, SOURIS AVENUE ON THE WEST, AND KENSINGTON AVE ON THE EAST (INCLUDES THE EASTEND, BAY MEADOWS, AND VALLEY VIEW REGIONS, AND JUBILEE PLACE) (4) MONDAY –FRIDAY JUNE 10-14 AREA BOUNDED BY CITY CEMETERY ON THE NORTH, KING STREET ON THE SOUTH, SISTER RODDY ROAD ON THE WEST (FORMERLY WOODLAWN AVENUE), AND SOURIS ROAD (HWY 47N) ON THE EAST (INCLUDES DOMINION HEIGHTS, PLEASANTDALE, AND ROYAL HEIGHTS REGIONS, AS WELL AS CUNDALL DRIVE, WOODEND PLACE, CHINOOK BAY AND HWY 47N SERVICE ROAD) (5) MONDAY – FRIDAY JUNE 17-21

Sanitary Sewer Main and Storm Sewer Flushing Program

AREA BOUNDED BY SPRUCE DRIVE AND PRINCESS STREET ON THE NORTH, KING STREET ON THE SOUTH, SOURIS AVENUE ON THE WEST, AND KENSINGTON ON THE EAST (INCLUDES HILLSIDE AND SCOTSBURN REGIONS) (6) MONDAY -FRIDAY JUNE 24-28 AREA BOUNDED BY KING STREET ON THE NORTH, CPR RAILROAD ON THE SOUTH, 14TH AVE ON THE WEST, AND KENSINGTON ON THE EAST (INCLUDES 7TH STREET, 8TH STREET, 9TH STREET, CENTENNIAL, TROJAN, AND SOO INDUSTRIAL REGIONS) (7) TUESDAY- FRIDAY JULY 2-5

BEGINNING WEDNESDAY, MAY 1, 2019 AND CONTINUING TO FRIDAY, AUGUST 30,2019, THE WATER AND WASTEWATER DIVISION WILL BE CARRYING OUT SANITARY SEWER MAIN FLUSHING AND STORM SEWER FLUSHING, BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 8:00 A.M. AND 4:30 P.M. DURING THE PERIODS OF JETTING, RESIDENTS AND BUSINESSES ARE ADVISED TO SECURELY CAP BASEMENT FLOOR DRAINS. YOU MAY SMELL AN ODOR IN YOUR HOME, THIS CAN BE RESOLVED BY SIMPLY OPENING WINDOWS FOR A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME AND RUNNING WATER TO ENSURE ALL TRAPS ARE FULL OF WATER. STORM SEWER WILL HAVE NO EFFECT ON HOMES AND BUSINESSES. 2019 PROGRAM AREA WILL ENCOMPASS ALL STREETS SOUTH OF KING STREET, AND WEST OF SOURIS AVE WITHIN CITY LIMITS INCLUDING: SOURIS AVENUE - VALLEY STREET - 1ST STREET -2ND STREET - 2ND STREET A - 3RD STREET - 4TH STREET - 5TH STREET

AREA BOUNDED BY KENSINGTON ON THE WEST, SAWYER ROAD ON THE EAST, NORTH AND SOUTH CITY LIMITS (INCLUDES GLEN PETERSON INDUSTRIAL PARK, EAST INDUSTRIAL, SOUTHEAST INDUSTRIAL REGIONS, AND PROPERTIES ALONG HWY 39E SERVICE ROAD)

CAREER - LICENSED, RED SEAL HVAC/REFRIGERATION TECHNICIAN DROP IN RECREATION

FITNESS SCHEDULE

ESTEVAN LEISURE CENTRE - EFFECTIVE April 28 - June 30

6TH STREET - 7TH STREET - 8TH STREET - 9TH STREET - YOUNG STREET - 10TH AVENUE - 11TH AVENUE - 12TH AVENUE 13TH AVENUE - 14TH AVENUE - 15TH AVENUE - 16TH AVENUE - 17TH AVENUE - 18TH AVENUE - 19TH AVENUE WESTVIEW PLACE - RATTRAY PLACE

DROP IN RECREATION

AQUATIC SCHEDULE SUNDAY PRIVATE RENTALS LANE SWIM FAMILY SWIM PUBLIC SWIM PUBLIC SWIM DEEP WATER POWER

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM 3:00 PM -5:00 PM 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM 8:00 PM - 8:45 PM

MONDAY LANE SWIM* AQUA AWE* MOM & BABY AQUA* LANE SWIM** PUBLIC SWIM*** SURF & SWIM* PUBLIC SWIM* ** LANE SWIM*

6:00 AM - 9:00 AM 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM 7:15 PM - 9:00 PM 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM

TUESDAY LANE SWIM AQUA AWE PROGRAM RENTALS LANE SWIM PROGRAM RENTALS SURF & SWIM AQUA STEP LANE SWIM

6:00 AM - 9:00 AM 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

WEDNESDAY LANE SWIM AQUA AWE MOM & BABY AQUA LANE SWIM

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM 7:00 PM - 7:45 PM 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

ESTEVAN LEISURE CENTRE - April 29 - June 30

PROGRAM RENTALS SURF & SWIM 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM AQUA STEP 7:00 PM -7:45 PM LANE SWIM**** 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM THURSDAY LANE SWIM AQUA AWE PROGRAM RENTALS LANE SWIM PROGRAM RENTALS SURF & SWIM AQUA STEP LANE SWIM

6:00 AM - 9:00 AM 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

FRIDAY LANE SWIM AQUA AWE PROGRAM RENTALS LANE SWIM PROGRAM RENTALS SURF & SWIM PUBLIC SWIM

6:00 AM - 9:00 AM 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

SATURDAY PRIVATE RENTALS LANE SWIM***** PUBLIC SWIM***** LANE SWIM FAMILY SWIM PUBLIC SWIM

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM 7:00 PM - 7:45 PM 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

* NO MAY 20 ** NO APRIL 29 *** MAY 20 ONLY **** NO MAY 1 *****NO JUNE 8 Schedule Subject to Change. Please visit www.estevan.ca for updates on closures and cancellations. Proper footwear and exercise wear is required to participate. Please note during school breaks, (Teachers Convention, Spring Break and Christmas Break) Fitness, Aquatic Centre and Arena schedules may vary. Please visit our live schedules at www.estevan.ca

MONDAY GRIT AQUA AWE EASY STRETCH CHAIR YOGA MOM & BABY AQUA SCULPT

6:10 AM - 6:50 AM, 9:10 AM - 9:50 AM, 5:30 PM - 6:10 PM 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM 10:10 AM - 10:50 AM NO CLASSES 10:10 AM - 10:50 AM MAY 20 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM 1:30 PM - 2:10 PM

TUESDAY SPIN AQUA AWE TWINGES & HINGES SCULPT STROLLER BOOTCAMP CORE 2.0 SCULPT LIGHT GRIT AQUASTEP

6:10 AM - 6:50 AM, 9:10 AM - 9:50 AM, 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM 10:10 AM - 10:50 AM 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM 12:15 PM - 12:45 PM 1:30 PM - 2:10 PM 6:00 PM - 6:45 PM 7:00 PM - 7:45 PM

WEDNESDAY GRIT AQUA AWE EASY STRETCH PIYO LIVE MOM & BABY AQUA SCULPT AQUA STEP CARDIO BOOT CAMP AQUASTEP

6:10 AM - 6:50 AM, 9:10 AM - 9:50 AM, 5:30 PM - 6:10 PM 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM 10:10 AM - 10:50 AM 10:10 AM - 10:50 AM 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM 1:30 PM - 2:10 PM 5:15 PM - 6:00 PM 6:00 PM - 6:45 PM 7:00 PM - 7:45 PM

THURSDAY SPIN 6:10 - 6:50 AM, 9:10 AM - 9:50 AM, 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM AQUA AWE 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM TWINGES & HINGES 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM SCULPT 10:10 AM - 10:50 AM STROLLER BOOT CAMP 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM CORE 2.0 12:15 PM - 12:45 PM SCULP LIGHT 1:30 PM - 2:10 PM CORE 2.0 5:15 PM - 5:45 PM GRIT 6:00 PM - 6:45 PM AQUASTEP 7:00 PM - 7:45 PM FRIDAY GRIT AQUA AWE GRIT EASY STRETCH FOAM ROLLER SUNDAY DEEP WATER POWER

6:10 AM - 6:50 AM - 9:10 AM - 9:50 AM 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM 9:10 AM - 9:50 AM 10:10 AM - 10:50 AM 10:10 AM - 10:50 AM 8:00 PM - 8:45 PM

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Wednesday, May 22, 2019

A milestone year for Souris Valley Theatre By David Willberg dwillberg@estevanmercury.ca

The Souris Valley Theatre is going to celebrate its 30th anniversary this year, and to mark the occasion, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to bring back one of the most popular shows in its history. Ranchers and Rustlers, written by Randy Apostle, will be the main stage show this summer. Theatre board president Robert Godfrey said they are excited to have the show return. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re working with a great crew, and a great team of actors. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re actually looking at some actors right now who were part of some of the original performances of Ranchers and Rustlers, back when it first came to the Souris Valley Theatre,â&#x20AC;? Godfrey said in an interview with the Mercury. The musical will be making its first appearance at the theatreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Frehlick Hall since 2004. It was performed for the first time in 1994, when the theatre still had a tent. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Over the past couple of years, we have been really working with our patrons, doing some surveys and getting them to fill out suggestions,â&#x20AC;? said Godfrey. â&#x20AC;&#x153;With that, we keep seeing a recurring theme, and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Bring back Ranchers and Rustlers.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;? Since this year marks theatreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 30th anniversary, they

One of the top tourist attractions in Estevan, the Souris Valley Theatre will mark a milestone this year. thought this was the perfect time to bring the show back. Ranchers and Rustlers will be performed July 2-6 and 9-13. There will be matinee performances on July 4 and 13. A big 30th anniversary celebration will be held on July 6, prior to that nightâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s performance. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re still working out the fine details of what that will look like, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to be a free day for people to come out and enjoy and learn about the theatre, and have some fun, and celebrate with us 30

years of live, great theatre,â&#x20AC;? said Godfrey. He has not seen Ranchers and Rustlers previously, since he was a child the last time the show was in Estevan. Apostle will be serving as artistic director in a part-time capacity, and Godfrey said heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s working to bring in the crew needed for the show. Also this year, the theatre will host a season kickoff concert on June 13 with Saskatchewan country music singer Codie Prevost providing the entertainment.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;He just won awards at the Saskatchewan Country Music Awards ceremony not too long ago,â&#x20AC;? said Godfrey. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an excellent entertainer, and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re really excited to have him come in and perform for our theatre with a couple of his band members.â&#x20AC;? Prevost has been in Estevan before, and Godfrey is looking forward to hearing him perform. Godfrey noted that it will be similar to a show that Prevost did a couple of years ago with the Organization of Saskatchewan Arts Councils

that earned rave reviews. Kiplingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Alex Runions will entertain at a seasonending concert in August. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everything weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re doing this year, we really want to have a great energy and have a lot of fun, because itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great birthday year,â&#x20AC;? said Godfrey. While the theatre has not confirmed any further shows, Godfrey predicted it will be one of their busiest seasons yet. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are still working on the details for a couple more drop-in shows,â&#x20AC;? said Godfrey. The theatre will also have

its annual summer theatre camps for youths. Act 1 for kids ages six to eight, Act 2 will be for those nine to 12, and Act 3 is for students ages 10 and up. Abby Hanna and Kelsey Driedger will be the camp directors this year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re very great people,â&#x20AC;? said Godfrey. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They both have experience in theatre and education, and so weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re excited to have them put on this program for the kids.â&#x20AC;? Lampmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Maureen Ulrich will be writing a play for the Act 3 students that will wrap up that particular camp. Registration is going well, as they have a healthy number of first-time campers this year. Godfrey encourages people to get their registrations in as soon as possible, so that they can accommodate everyone who wants to be part of the camps. â&#x20AC;&#x153; This camp is really unique to the area. It provides a lot of knowledge. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an opportunity to work in a professional theatre setting, and to get to work with our camp directors, but also with some of our professional cast and crew that join in on the camps and provide some guidance as well.â&#x20AC;? Breanne Van de Woestyne will be the marketing person this summer. Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s familiar with the theatre, as she was a summer student when going to university.

McHappy Day had a record-setting total The Estevan McDonalds had its best year ever when it comes to raising money for Ronald McDonald House in Saskatoon through McHappy Day. The annual nationwide event was held on May 8. A dollar from the sale of each Big Mac, Happy Meal and

McCafĂŠ product was directed to Ronald McDonald House. Total donations for the day came in at $4,696.15. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This year we tried something different. We contacted all of the schools in Estevan, and they went ahead and participated by â&#x20AC;Ś ordering Happy Meals and Big Macs for a hot

school lunch,â&#x20AC;? said Christine Jenish, who is one of the franchisees of the local restaurant. Bienfait Weldon School held a fundraiser as well. Each year a representative from Ronald McDonald House comes to the restaurant to greet customers as they come in to support McHappy

Day. Also, a local family is selected that has benefitted from Ronald McDonald House in the past. This year it was the Millions family, who have a daughter that has stayed at Ronald McDonald House. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was a very busy day for us,â&#x20AC;? said Jenish. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We certainly

had lots of people coming through.â&#x20AC;? People could also purchase red hearts and write their names on them.Those hearts were then displayed around the store. Jenish said they didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t set a goal this year, due to the state of the local economy. They did not want to set an objective, and

then not meet it, or find out that it was set too high. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Coming in at the highest number we ever had for donations for the Ronald McDonald House really surprised me. Our community is absolutely fantastic when it comes to going ahead and supporting any fundraisers,â&#x20AC;? said Jenish.

Southeast College for Kids What are your kids going to be doing this summer? The Southeast College is inviting our local youngsters (ages 6 to 10) to the College for a summer day program. The program runs from July 8th to August 9th with each week focusing on a different set of fun learning activities. You are invited to register your child/children in individual week(s) or for the entire 5 week program.

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Week 1 (July 8 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; July 12)

Cost: 110/week per participant

Camp Hours: 8:30 am 4:00 pm

PEOPLE IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD This week we will be bringing in a number of local professionals to spend time with the kids.

8:00 am 8:30 am

ARTS, CRAFT & CULTURE WEEK Week two will have the children involved in a number of Arts, Crafts and Cultural activities. Week 3 (July 22 - July 26)

T O U R N A M E N T

EARLY BIRD PRIZE EVERY GOLFER REGISTERED BY FRIDAY, JUNE 7 WILL BE ENTERED TO WIN A TAYLORMADE M6 DRIVER VALUED AT $599!

Week 4 (July 29 - August 2)

DYNAMIC DESIGNS WEEK The Designs week will tap into the childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s creative streak by giving them an opportunity to create a variety of items.

Pick-up:

Week 5 (August 6 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; August 9)

4:00 pm 4:15 pm

PERFORMING ARTS WEEK Our final week will include music and preparation of a skit to be delivered at the end of the week for their parents.

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Week 2 (July 15 - July 19)

SPORTS WEEK Each day during Sports Week the focus will be on a different set of physical activities. Drop-off:

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$150 PER GOLFER 18-HOLE TEXAS SCRAMBLE STARTS AT 1:00 PM PRIME RIB Dinner to FOLLOW AT THE CLUBHOUSE

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City crews are trying to get all work done on the main roads early in the mornings. Those who woke up early Thursday could have noticed city crews working on Fourth Street as well as on 13th Avenue. However, by 9 a.m. the speed limits and road works signs were gone, as the workers moved over to secondary roads, residential or schools zones. Norm Mack, the manager of roads and drainage

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for the City of Estevanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s public works division, explained what the crews are working on. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have two painting crews out and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a summerlong project. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve already painted our lane lines last week, now we start with our pedestrian crosswalks, and we will continue with directional arrows and other things all summer long,â&#x20AC;? said Mack. Crews start early mornings on the Estevan main arteries before the heavy traffic flow. And just before 8 a.m., they try to move over to less busy roads. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Early morning if you are out on our main arteries they will be out, so slow down for them. And they could be on any of our main arteries, it â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hard to predict where they are,â&#x20AC;? said Mack. However, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy to see the workers as they always have highly visible signs informing citizens about ongoing road works, which take place Monday through Friday mostly from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Other city crews can also be spotted throughout Estevan working on pave-

ment and sidewalks. â&#x20AC;&#x153; We do our own in house patching of excavation sites paving. They are working throughout the city repairing water break holes, sewer digs that weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve done in the last yearâ&#x20AC;Ś And also we have our concrete works going on with sidewalk repairs,â&#x20AC;? said Mack. They are currently working on a capital project on Souris Avenue North and Wellock Road. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are installing the sidewalk all along the highway near the valleyâ&#x20AC;Ś Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to be a 30 kilometre an hour zone for a couple of weeks on Souris North,â&#x20AC;? said Mack. The city is also wrapping up the operation Clean Sweep this weekend, which once again was well received and supported by the community. â&#x20AC;&#x153; We h a d s o m e 4 H Clubs and Rotary (International) participate. And we had other private individuals and other service clubs participate too. It went over well and it picks up a lot of garbage. You would be amazed how many truckloads we hauled to our landfill from the ditches.â&#x20AC;?

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Bryce Huber, right, and Wes Kreklewich represented the Estevan Comprehensive School at the Model United Nations Assembly in Winnipeg Photo submitted The Rotary Club of Estevan and the Estevan Comprehensive School (ECS) cosponsored two ECS students and one counsellor to attend the 62nd annual Model United Nations Assembly (MUNA) in Winnipeg. Students Dylan Galang and Bryce Huber prepared themselves by going over the various resolutions, trying to understand their designated countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s perspective on the resolutions, and preparing speeches and notes to use in selected committees and the assembly. They served as

delegates from Iran. Wes Kreklewich was the counsellor who accompanied the students. The resolutions included: denuclearize the Middle East; prevent an arms race in outer space; combat the glorification of contemporary forms of racism, discrimination and other related intolerances; and protect the global climate. The ECS students were impressed with the organization, preparation and accommodation of the Winnipeg Rotary Club at MUNA. The

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students were housed and fed at the Canadian Mennonite University campus. Students discussed world affairs with 160 of their peers from Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Minnesota and North Dakota. Kreklewich said it was an excellent conference that created new experiences, memories and friendships that will last a lifetime.

Talented pianist will perform in Estevan A talented young musician from southeast Saskatchewan will perform in Estevan on May 26 at St. Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s United Church, starting at 2 p.m. L eah Macfar lane is a 17-year-old pianist and violinist who lives in Carnduff. She began playing through Music for Young Children at the age of four with Kari Mitchel as her instructor. She studied piano with Mitchel until 2016 when she began taking lessons from Larysa Arkhypova in Estevan. With Arkhypova, she has completed her Grade 8 and 9 exams, and is taking her Grade 10 in June. Macfarlane has been performing for as long as she can remember. She has competed in the Carnduff and District Music Festival for 10 years, and has entered the Estevan and District Music Festival for the past three years. She won the Meritorious Piano Performance Award in the Carnduff festival in 2014, and from 2017-2019, and has won numerous other awards. She also won the Shirley Andrist Outstanding Piano Performance Award in 2018 and 2019 in the Estevan festival. Macfarlane performed

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She has also been playing the violin since 2013 with Oxbowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Shirley Galloway. Macfarlane won the RCM Gold Medal for Grade 1 violin in 2014, and is taking her Grade 4 in June. Besides playing piano and violin, Macfarlane spends her spare time playing volleyball, running and reading.

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the provincial level with the continuation of a long-term event, which was just building on what was the day previous,â&#x20AC;? said Feser. During the firefightersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; regular training night May 14, the crews finished conducting the controlled prescribed burn in the Chinook bay area, south of King Street. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This was the opportunity that we had taken to control and actually consume the dense overgrown vegetation in that particular area that has been happening for 10 to possibly 15 years. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always best to try to get into these situations and control the fire and protect the peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s property rather than trying to get in there in an accidental fire setting and reacting to try to save their properties,â&#x20AC;? said Feser. Conducting a a controlled burn helps them to make sure that there is no collateral damage. Besides, burning old vegetation allows new nice plants to grow. And on May 16, Feser and Fornwald also attended the preparedness workshop in Weyburn. It was hosted by the Canadian Pacific Railway Police Service as well as the City of Weyburn, who offered their training room in order to facilitate the event. Participants learned about dealing with railway emergencies, including train derailment and accidents involving motor vehicle collisions. It was opened up to not just fire services, but also to police services and any other organizations that are involved with emergencies. The EFRS also provided a crew for the Estevan Motor Speedway regular program May 17 in case of an emergency situation during the event.

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Name released of another alleged impaired driver The Estevan Police Service has released the name of a person charged for alleged impaired driving last week. Brian Sean Griffin, a 30-year-old man from Regina, was charged with impaired driving and operating a conveyance with a blood-alcohol content exceeding .08. The charges stem from a traffic stop May 13. The charges have not been proven in court. Also on May 13, members were dispatched to a residence for a domestic dispute. One of the parties was arrested and lodged in cells. Alcohol was a factor and the matter remains under investigation. Officers were called to a local convenience store for three suspicious males. They left the scene prior to police arriving.

Nothing criminal had taken place and no further action was required. The EPS received a report May 14 of an attempted fraud, in which the caller requested banking information from an Estevan resident. No information was provided. The matter remains under investigation. A suspicious vehicle was reported near an Estevan school. The vehicle was located and stopped by police. It was found that the occupants were legitimately waiting for their child after school was dismissed. No further action was necessary. Police received a report of an erratic driver within the downtown core. No licence plate was obtained, only a description of the vehicle and a direction of travel. Members patrolled the

area, but were not able to locate the vehicle. Officers conducted a traffic stop, in which a 33-year-old woman from Estevan was issued a 72-hour driver’s licence suspension for testing positive for THC on the oral fluid device. Police received a report May 15 of a disturbance and disagreement taking place in the city core. Officers attended and were unable to locate the individuals in question. Members received a request for assistance regarding a property dispute. Police attended and mediated a resolution. Police were called to a north end residence for a report of an individual who was unwanted and refusing to leave. Officers attended and arrested a 24-year-old woman. She had an

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arrest warrant and was breaching conditions of no contact with the homeowner. She was to appear in court May 16. Members arrested a 19-year-old man for breaching his conditional sentence order. He was also held for court May 16. Police received a call May 16 from a U.S. resident, who was contacted by someone claiming to be an EPS member. The caller told the U.S. male that his friend was arrested in Estevan and needed bail to get out of jail. The complainant called the police station directly to confirm if this was the case. The complainant was advised that the friend was not at the police station. The matter is still under investigation. Officers arrested a 21-yearold man for breaching his release conditions. He was released on a promise to appear for a court date in July.

Members received a report of an erratic driver. The driver was located and spoken to about his driving actions. Police have received concerns regarding parking on Gibbs Road next to Sacred Heart School/École Sacré Coeur. The yellow zone along the west side of the street is marked with no parking signs. This stretch is a drop-off zone only and cannot have parked and unattended vehicles. Police will be monitoring the area over the coming weeks and parking tickets will be issued to those parking in contravention of those signs. Members responded to a complaint of a theft from a vehicle in the downtown area of the city during the lunch hour on May 17. The matter is still under investigation. Members arrested two men for mischief after receiving a call to a downtown liquor

establishment. The men damaged property at the location, along with a couple of vehicles parked nearby.They were lodged in cells until sober and released on a promise to appear for court. Each will face three charges of mischief under $5,000. An investigation is ongoing. Police responded to a noise complaint in the 500-block of Eva Street. The homeowners were spoken to and warned about the bylaw. As a result of a traffic stop in the 1100-block of First Street on May 18, a 34-year-old man was issued a 72-hour driving suspension and had his vehicle impounded for three days, after providing a breath sample into an approved screening device with a warning result. Police also responded to a complaint of a contractor working inside the city without a business licence. The matter is still under investigation.

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NOTICE OF TOWN HALL MEETING Public Notice if hereby given that the Village of Roche Percee Council hereby notifies its Residents, that a Town Hall Meeting will be held Tuesday May 28th at 7:00 p.m. at the Bienfait Legion to relay information on our Proposed subdivision and legal issues with Commonwealth.

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