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From the left, Quinn O’Hanlon, Myah James Kallis, Paycen Babiarz and Taisley Babiarz were among those who attended the Drop Everything and Read rally.

Residents gather to support regional libraries in Saskatchewan vide, and they don’t want to see any of that gone or lost.”

Carr has met with Kate-Lee Nolin, who is the new director for the Southeast Regional Library, and James Richards, the regional branch manager, regarding the regional library’s budgeting process, the interlibrary loan system and the Single Integrated Library System (SILS), which has been discontinued due to the reduced funding.

Carr said she learned a lot from that meeting. She also attended the Southeast Regional Library’s annual general meeting on Saturday in Weyburn.

And she spoke with some of the people who were at Friday’s rally.

The regional libraries provide a great service to so many people throughout the region, she said, and Carr doesn’t want to see their future put in jeopardy.

She believes the regional libraries should see a funding reduction, since other

By David Willberg dwillberg@estevanmercury.ca

The public seems to still be on the side of the Southeast Regional Library in their efforts to retain government funding.

More than 100 people gathered in front of Estevan MLA Lori Carr’s office during the noon hour on Friday for a Drop Everything and Read rally. Library supporters of all ages read a book while standing or sitting on the sidewalk or on the grass next to Carr’s office.

Other people brought signs to show their support for the library.

Carr said she has received more phone calls regarding regional library funding than any other issue since the budget was released last month.

“It is a fairly significant amount of their budget,” said Carr. “These people are very passionate about their libraries and what they do and the services they pro-

organizations are receiving less money.

“But have we gone too far? As soon as we present all of this information to the ministry, I guess we’ll find out.”

North Portal resident Emily Gillies was reading a book, Abandon Me by Melissa Febos, which she obtained from the Saskatoon Public Library through the SILS program. She lamented the demise of SILS. “We order books (from other libraries),” she told the Mercury. “It’s simple. You get an email, and it’s the best service, and we’re going to be really sad to lose that as a family.”

Gillies 10-year-old son is in the midst of a novel series, but now he doesn’t know how he will secure the remaining books. She doesn’t live near a book store with a lot of selection, and books can be expensive.

“My son won’t be able to read these large series of books that he does,” said

Gillies.

Her eight-year-old son is also an avid reader.

Estevan Public Library children’s program coordinator Victoria Utman was thrilled to see so many people in attendance. She passed around a petition that asked the provincial government to restore the lost funding.

“We are speechless with how much support you guys have given us during this difficult time,” said Utman. “We really value what we do and what we stand for in our small rural branches in the Southeast Regional Library.”

Estevan Public Library board chair Phil Zajac admitted that he was “amazed” by the turnout.

“I think the support that we’re seeing from the community, from little kids to seniors who have come out today, is dramatic,” said Zajac.

Zajac said the Estevan Public Library is promoting

the services they have to offer the public, while urging the government to rethink some of the cuts.

“This is a provincial, public service that is available to everyone for free,” said Zajac. “When times are tough, it is nice to have that ability to (access free services). Maybe you can’t afford the Internet anymore, so now you can go to the library and use computers with Internet access.

“If you do have to look for a job, or something like that, you have that ability, where if the services are cut to the library due to funding cuts, you can’t use that.”

The Estevan Public Library offers more than a program per day, he said, and they are accessed by people of all ages. These programs are not just limited to literary activities, either.

While the cuts to the Southeast Regional Library won’t have a direct impact on the library’s staff numbers or building, or many of

the programs they offer, it will still have a big impact on many of the library’s other services.

Cathy Sproule, the opposition New Democratic Party’s finance critic, was in the southeast the day of the rally. She made an appearance at the rally before heading to Bienfait for the annual general meeting of the South East Saskatchewan Surface Rights Association.

Sproule said the library funding cuts have been a frequent source of frustration for people she has talked to since the budget was released.

“It’s a bit of a lightning rod, because it affects everyone equally,” said Sproule.

“But there’s a number of different things.”

Sproule said they support the grassroots initiatives taking place across the province regarding the library cuts, and the party’s education critic, Carla Beck, has been challenging Education Don Morgan on the issue.

Southeast Library makes key decisions cuts to the regional libraries.

The original proposal put in front of the delegates, representing the 47 branch libraries, as well as the cities, towns and villages who comprise the southeast region, was to increase the amount paid by municipalities by $3.35 per capita — but it was an increase that came with a long list of cuts to personnel and services provided by Southeast Regional Library.

Delegates were concerned that the region would be making such a long list of cuts, and first proposed an increase of $4.35 per capita,

By Greg Nikkel of the Weyburn Review The delegates for Southeast Regional Library have voted in favour of a rate increase to replace the large cut in funding from the provincial government, and defeated a motion to start winding down the regional library if the cut funds are not replaced by the government.

The regional library held their annual meeting on Saturday in Weyburn, and also passed a motion to send a letter to the government requesting them to rescind the

and then the original increase of $5.77 per capita, which would replace the amount cut from the budget by the provincial government. In the end, the delegates voted by secret ballot by a margin of 48 to 28 in favour of increasing the amount to be paid by municipalities by $5.77.

The 48 votes in favour represent 41,596 residents, while the 28 against represent 20,553 residents. This will be added to the $11.01 per capita that is currently being charged to town, villages and RMs, and $33.39

paid by the Cities of Weyburn and Estevan, as they provide full-service public library branches.

The new director for the regional library system, Kate-Lee Nolin, who has been the branch manager of the Estevan Public Library since 2009, noted this increased funding amount will only run the regional library system until the end of 2017, and will not be asked for again next year.

With this in mind, board chair Ken Sutherland introduced a motion to give the executive the power to begin

winding down the Southeast Regional Library as of June 30 if no additional funds are provided by the provincial government to replace what was cut, but the delegates disagreed and voted the motion down in a show of hands, with only three people supporting it.

In explaining the motion, vice-chair Dianne Sander said this would only happen “if the province does not give us an indication of restoring our funding. … The $5.77 increase is a stop-gap, good for this year and this year only.”

The intent of the motion is to put in place a plan to wind down the regional library, as it will take a lot of planning to accomplish, if there are no further funds to ensure the region can continue to operate.

The delegates were told that the impact of the cut has been widely felt, with Palliser Regional Library laying off six employees, Parkland laying off five plus three part-time workers at the library, and Lakeland laid off six at their headquarters.

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No decisions made with budget Mayor Roy Ludwig expects it could be a few more weeks before Estevan city council decides how to handle the shortfall in revenue from the provincial government.

Council has been grappling with the revenue issue since last month’s provincial budget. The biggest blow came when the government axed the grants-in-lieu of property taxes from SaskPower and SaskEnergy.

While the grant money for nine Saskatchewan cities, including Estevan, has been partially restored, the city still stands to lose $649,147, which the city had budgeted for.

The city also saw its allocation through municipal operating grants drop by about $250,000, since the city’s growth in population from the 2016 census was lower than the provincial average.

But other municipalities have been making decisions regarding their expenses and property taxes, Estevan city council continues to mull their options.

“We sent it back to the managers and to the city manager, Jeff (Ward), and with his background, it’s very helpful, since he’s a chartered accountant,” said Ludwig.

Council and manage-

ment have worked very hard to crunch the numbers, look at ways to reduce spending, and minimize the impact of a property tax hike.

“Of course, at the end of the day, we will have to have an increase,” said Ludwig.

“What that will be, I can’t say at this time.”

There will likely be reductions in both operating and capital expenses. The city is also looking at reducing the size of its workforce to save money.

“A lot of this is preliminary,” said Ludwig. “We’re giving direction to the managers to make as many cuts as they can without doing away with the services.”

The mayor said council doesn’t want to rush into a decision.

“We want to make sure we look at all the areas we can, and not miss anything before we make a decision,” said Ludwig.

The resurfacing of King Street from Souris Avenue North to Arthur Avenue, and the widening and resurfacing of King Street from Bannatyne Avenue to Pine Avenue will go ahead. The city will also move ahead with the residuals management project and shifting the primary water source from Boundary Dam to Rafferty Dam, since both projects have federal and provincial

support.

The city has already purchased and taken possession of the former Murray GM building, which will serve as Estevan’s fire hall.

Ward reiterated his belief that the spending reductions will likely focus more on operation than capital, since the lost provincial funding appears to be permanent, rather than just for one year.

Council discussed the budget in committee on Monday night. Councillor Greg Hoffort said they still aren’t close to a decision for the budget.

“We’ve been spending a lot of time discussing and

mulling about the property tax increases that may be necessary in the coming months,” said Hoffort. “The managers have spent even more time hammering on that.”

Much of the tax increase that will be coming is beyond council’s control, he said, because it not only reflects the revenue cutbacks, but also the increase in the education portion of property tax and the provincial reassessment, which will base its property values on 2015 levels.

Ludwig said the final budget discussion will happen in open. He suspects council will make its decision in May.

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Southeast laid off two full-time employees, and Nolin said after the meeting that even with the additional money of $5.77 per capita, those positions are gone and will not be replaced this year.

Sutherland pointed out that if the regional system has to be shut down, “it will impossible to start up again” in the future. “I think there’s a failure to understand that once the system is shut down, if the province wants to bring it back later, they’ll have to start from scratch,” he added.

Nolin said that she and the library directors of all regional library systems

will be meeting with the assistant deputy minister in Regina today, where she will lay out the situation as it exists for the southeast.

Delegates pointed out it would be wrong to go in to that meeting with a motion like this that would put the government’s back to the wall.

“If we’re going to disperse, we need to plan for it carefully, not with a gut reaction,” said Sander.

The delegates had also been informed that the province-wide Saskatchewan Information and Library Services (SILS) inter-library sharing system has closed due to the cut in funding. Asked if the minister questions this move,

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Sutherland pointed out, “He can’t stop us, because we’ve got no funds to operate it.”

Sutherland also pointed out that the entire provincial system of regional libraries could be lost entirely just for the cost of paving less than a kilometre of highway.

Nolin was appointed as the new library director after long-time director Allan Johnson took retirement, which he announced last year. Johnson has served the regional system for near 25 years, and spent 42 years as a professional librarian.

In an interview after the annual meeting, Nolin said of her new appointment, “I’m encouraged, and with the rest of the management team we’re going to pull it together and keep going.” Asked if the list of cuts that were proposed with a $3.35 rate increase would still be in place now

that the increase is $5.77, Nolin said it was too early to tell how many of those cuts would be rescinded, if any.

The two full-time positions were already cut and won’t be refilled. The proposed cuts, which would take $187,350 off the budget, included limiting trustee and executive expenses (saving $10,000), cutting honorariums, the two fulltime positions ($66,000), the immediate retirement of Johnson ($12,000), no janitorial staff or alarm system ($14,000), limited office supplies and supplies for books ($8,100 combined), reduced number of telephone lines at headquarters ($1,650), reduced funds for staff workshops ($4,000), reduced postage ($1,800), removing the registration plates from two vehicles (saving $8,000) and the elimination of all e-services except for Flipster (saving

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mier Ross Thatcher, who “was a very strong supporter of libraries”, and noted the current regional system has been held up as one of the best library systems in all of North America.

“We are the envy of a lot of people. This last provincial budget is a slap in the face to these builders,” said Sutherland, adding another “slap in the face” is that libraries are particularly useful to the many new Canadians who have now moved to Saskatchewan, as they learn all about the new country they have adopted.

“Libraries are an important part of our communities. Several years ago, we thought we could amalgamate libraries, and were we in for a fight. We found out in a hurry, you don’t touch libraries. I’d like to thank the provincial government for one thing.

They’ve woken a sleeping giant,” said Sutherland.

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$50,000).

The budget would also include using reserves of $63,249, but again this was assuming a rate increase of $3.35 per capita. The shortfall, with the cutback retroactive to January 1, meant that Southeast Regional had already spent $270,000, as of March 31, as they had already begun spending for the year and had no prior notice these funds would be retroactively cut. The provincial grant in 2016 was $961,723, and this year, with the cut, it was down to $396,230, a loss of $565,493. Nolin told the delegates that if there was no funding increase from the municipalities, Southeast would have to close their doors by Labour Day this year.

In his opening comments for the annual meeting, Sutherland noted that the regional library system was born under then-pre-

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Former Estevan Police Service constable Mohammad Khan has received an absolute discharge stemming from his assault conviction.

Khan was found guilty of assault last December, and his lawyer, Aaron Fox, stated in January he was hoping Khan would receive an absolute discharge and avoid a criminal record, allowing

him to keep a security job in another province.

The Crown was looking for a sentence that would result in a criminal record.

Khan was hired to join the EPS in August 2014. But in May 2015, while still a probationary officer, he was involved in the arrest of an individual following a drug complaint.

During the arrest, Khan chased one of the suspects involved in the complaint, and took him to the ground. Khan then cuffed him and proceeded to push his head into the pavement three times.

Khan’s behaviour led to allegations of assault, abuse of authority and discreditable conduct. He was subsequently dismissed from the EPS in July 2015 and he resigned from the police force.

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The annual Vimy Night at the Estevan branch of the Royal Canadian Legion took on a special meaning this year.

The dinner and awards night was held on Saturday, the night before the 100th anniversary of the start of the Battle of Vimy Ridge.

More than 100 people were in attendance, the largest crowd for a Vimy Night in a number of years.

Vimy Night is held locally on the Saturday before the anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge, which spanned from April 9 to 12, 1917. Canadian soldiers defeated the Germans to take Vimy Ridge, which was a strategic point in northeast France.

More than 3,500 Canadian soldiers were killed, and more than 7,000 were injured.

Service pins were handed out to long-time legion members in the ordinary, associate and affiliate categories, who attain fiveyear milestones, starting with 10 years of service.

Among those recognized were several longserving ordinary members, including Edgar Leadly for 50 years, Edward Tafelmeyer for 55 years, James Spenst for 65 years and William Deyell for 70 years.

Spenst was in attendance, and received a rousing ovation from the crowd.

Several special awards were also presented. Genevieve Fichter was presented with a certificate of appreciation for the countless hours she dedicates to the branch as a volunteer. “(Genevieve can be

found) working Bingo nights, helping out with the legion garage sale, providing baking items, especially the buns, and working at the banquets and the fowl supper,” said Sharren Dukart, who is a past-president with the Estevan legion.

Dianne Allen and Linda Betnar were given certificates of merit and branch medals for their contributions.

“Even on days off from her regular job, Dianne has helped with banquets and fowl suppers, worked with the (2016 Saskatchewan) Summer Games, prepared soups and sandwiches for the trade shows and for the patrons in the club room, and provided baking for the garage sale,” said Dukart.

As for Betnar, Dukart pointed out Betnar has been instrumental with the legion’s poppy campaign each fall. Betnar also dedicated many hours to research the names for the honour wall that will be in the Royal Heights Veterans’ Memorial Park.

Local dignitaries were in attendance to pay tribute to the legion and the Battle of Vimy Ridge.

Mayor Roy Ludwig said Canada’s international reputation grew thanks to the Battle of Vimy Ridge.

The soldiers who fought in the battle made it possible.

“It was a very important day, and we recognize that, and we give tribute, not only to all of the fallen soldiers at that time, but to all of our Canadian soldiers since that battle, in the many conflicts when we have had to send our soldiers,” said Ludwig.

Estevan MLA Lori Carr said the legion is a

Sergeant-at-arms Cort Barker, left, with long-time Legion member Jim Spenst. Spenst was recognized for 65 years of service with the legion. great organization that does a lot for the community. She was honoured to be there to recognize the sacrifices of soldiers from Saskatchewan and Canada at Vimy Ridge.

“The Canadian Corps braved sleet, snow and machine gun fire to scale the steep slopes of Vimy (Ridge in) France,” said Carr. “The ridge was a critical position in a heavily-armed German position.”

Souris-Moose Mountain MP Robert Kitchen, whose father and other family members fought with the Canadian Forces, noted the

Sergeant-at-arms Cort Barker with Dianne Allen, middle, and Linda Betnar.

They were presented with certificates of merit and branch medals.

victory at Vimy required the efforts of 150,000 troops.

About 97,000 of them were Canadian. The rest were British.

“Their sacrifices are what have allowed you and I to live a peaceful and prosperous life here in our country, and I am extremely grateful to all our veterans for their dedication to Canada and all of its people,” said Kitchen.

Vimy Night had a couple of other speakers. Robert Rooks, a retired army reservist, chronicled the experiences of his uncle, Lester Rooks, during the

First World War. Lester Rooks was one of 11 soldiers from the Estevan area killed during the Battle of Vimy Ridge. Seven more died from injuries sustained at Vimy.

(For more on Rooks’ story, see this week’s edition of Southeast Lifestyles).

Angela Clements showed a video that chronicled her trip to Vimy Ridge in 2010. She was in France to find an ancestor who died in the Battle of Cambrai in France in 1917, and she decided to stop at the Vimy Ridge monument.

Rain soaked the Vimy Ridge memorial the day she visited, so she couldn’t venture into the tunnel system that was part of the memorial. And some of the 240 acres where the Vimy memorial is located remain fenced off, since there are still shells embedded in the ground that haven’t exploded.

But the trenches have been preserved, and she was able to get a good look at the monument.

“I thought it was the most beautiful piece of craftsmanship I have ever seen,” said Clements.

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People say libraries matter Last month’s provincial budget contained lots of spending cuts, but the most controversial reduction amounted to a little less than $5 million.

When the budget was handed down in March, we thought the biggest outcry from the public would be over the increase of the education portion of property tax, or the elimination of the grants-in-lieu of property taxes from SaskPower and SaskEnergy.

Those might still be the most contentious issues once people get their new property tax notices, and once they see where municipalities cut spending, but for now, the grant reduction hasn’t drawn the public’s ire.

The biggest furour certainly hasn’t been over the demise of the Saskatchewan Transportation Company. The opposition New Democratic Party and their union supporters have been yapping about that issue, but their complaints aren’t resonating with the majority of Saskatchewan residents.

The most vocal opposition has been reserved for reduced funding for Saskatchewan’s regional library system. Compared to some of the other cuts, the $3.5 million reduction for regional libraries, and the $1.2 million for the Saskatoon and Regina librar-

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The United States military is retiring the Predator drone.

Canada should buy them, at least a few squadrons’ worth.

While drone technology goes back at least as far back as atomic bomb testing, when old bombers and fighters were converted into drones to fly through irradiated mushroom clouds to collect fallout samples, it was only with the coming of the MQ-1 Predator that they truly became mainstream.

The Predator allowed for instantaneous, persistent observation of an area of interest, so long at the other guys did not have either fighter planes or surface to air missiles to shoot it down. By strapping a couple lightweight Hellfire missiles onto it, the drone suddenly gained the ability to reach out and touch someone. Instead of just seeing the bad guy and maddeningly watch him do his thing while you scrambled to get other assets in place, now you could just press a button and he disappeared. Boom! Problem solved!

Bad guy gone.

The Predator changed warfare. Since

ies, doesn’t seem that steep.

But when you consider the regional library system, which includes the Southeast Regional Library, lost 58 per cent of its provincial funding, you understand why the lost funding is a serious blow for regional libraries.

A large crowd gathered in front of Estevan MLA Lori Carr’s office on Friday for a Drop Everything and Read rally. It was a peaceful, civilized protest, but the message was clear: they love the services provided at the local library, and they want to see those services continue.

These cuts won’t jeopardize most of the programs offered at the Estevan Public Library. It won’t force the library to close, and it won’t result in the dismissal of a program co-ordinator.

But it will hinder the regional library’s ability to purchase materials and provide online services. It has already forced them to stop holding books from other regions. It could force the demise of the popular summer reading program.

And it could hurt a number of other initiatives.

Libraries aren’t just a place where

people go to research a school project and check out books. They offer a smorgasbord of programs that appeal to people of all ages.

They are the only source of Internet access for many people. And they are a place to connect for those who are new to the community, or even new to the country.

Anyone who spends time in the Estevan Public Library can vouch for its impact on the community. And while the library will continue to be a positive contributor to life in the Energy City, the library as we know it won’t be the same if these cuts proceed.

The Southeast Regional Library recognizes they were going to lose some funding, just like everyone else. And they were making preparations accordingly.

But the 58 per cent reduction, with no prior warning, was impossible to prepare for.

It left the public fuming, and hoping that some form of a compromise can be reached.

If nothing else, the government’s spending reduction has reminded everyone of the support that remains in Saskatchewan for the regional library system, and the love that people continue to have for libraries.

9-11, the United States has increasingly fought drone wars, undeclared wars in countries where it felt it had to do something, but didn’t want to get dragged in. Where it would be too messy to send in ground troops on helicopters like they did in Vietnam, one could simply fly a drone or two high overhead, all day long, every day, and eventually kill someone.

Collateral damage meant wives, children and other unrelated people routinely got blown to smithereens too, but at least Americans weren’t coming home in body bags.

The Predator could only carry a couple missiles, though, and it was slow. Very slow.

Painfully slow. That’s great for flying lazy circles around a target, but not for getting to a problem area pronto. It has since given way to the MQ-9 Reaper, which is much more heavily armed, and much faster. It’s also more expensive to operate.

And that’s the beauty of the Predator.

Of all the airborne and spaceborne surveillance assets available, the Predator was by far the cheapest with that sort of capability.

I’m talking borscht cheap.

So why would Canada want these used Predators?

Number one, we have next to zero drone capability organic to our military. The next time we go somewhere, anywhere, on land, we should have a number of Predators flying top cover 24/7. Whether that’s peacekeeping or something like Afghanistan, having our own drones is crucial in the 21st century. Certainly having two airborne over Kandahar province of our own would have been highly useful from 2007-2013 or so for our troops on the ground - the eye in the sky and a few Hellfires to boot. Yeah, we had American support in that regard, but there’s nothing like your own.

Having a realtime view of the battlespace is one of the most valuable assets any commander can have. And if we carry Hellfire missiles on them, we might be able to do some close air support, too.

But domestically is where the Predator could be of real use to Canada. We should have a handful flying up and down each of our coasts, day-in, day-out. They could take care of mundane maritime surveillance for next to nothing compared to any other option. Additionally, they would be incredibly valuable for search and rescue, with thermal imaging picking up anyone still alive in the water. We won’t be arming these birds, since Spanish fishing trawlers likely won’t be needing a Hellfire in their wheelhouse.

Whenever a Coast Guard or Royal Canadian Navy Ship has to do a boarding, having a drone flying overhead, watching what is happening of the opposite side of the vessel, would be invaluable.

In the arctic, we could also have a few Predators flying regular surveillance flights.

There may not be a lot of life left in these airframes, but some of the newer models, soon to be retired, should surely be able to give us a decade or more of use.

Compared to what we have right now for drone capability, essentially nothing, a few squadrons of cheap Predators would be an enormous benefit to our military.

If we ever deploy troops on the ground, anywhere, we should have drone support for them. Period.

Justin, go tell Donald we’ll take 36 off his hands. We’ll give him a hell of a deal.

Brian Zinchuk is editor of Pipeline News. He can be reached at brian.zinchuk@ sasktel.net.

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Worthy of Vimy David Willberg Willberg’s World Canadians marked the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge on the weekend.

Some were lucky enough to be at the Vimy Memorial that stands on the site where the battle took place in 1917.

Others attended ceremonies in their community or region.

The activities for Estevan actually took place on April 8, the day before the 100th anniversary of the start of the famed battle. But when you consider the Royal Canadian Legion’s Estevan branch has its annual Vimy Night the Saturday before the start of the battle, it made sense to have events a day early.

The Estevan Army Cadets and the local legion deserve credit for the great events they hosted. Army cadet commanding officer Craig Bird provided lots of information and showed an old National Film Board of Canada on the battle.

A ceremony at the downtown cenotaph was a poignant tribute to those who fought in the battle.

And the annual Vimy Night at the legion was not only a chance to present awards to longtime Legion members, but it was an opportunity to give another tribute to those who fought in the battle.

Captain Robert Rooks deserves credit for the speech he gave about his uncle, Lester, who died at Vimy Ridge. And Angela Clements’ video of her visit to Vimy Ridge gave viewers a closer look at the design of the Vimy memorial.

For those who couldn’t make it to the Vimy memorial itself, the local efforts were great.

Hopefully we won’t wait until the next Vimy anniversary milestone to reflect on the battle’s significance in Canadian history.

The Vimy Night at the local legion branch had seen dwindling numbers for years. This year’s dinner was the largest crowd they have had in well over a decade.

The army cadets’ activities were also well-attended, and Bird is hopeful they can start to host a public event on an annual basis.

It would be nice to give local people the chance to learn more about this battle.

Vimy Ridge should be recognized as one of our nation’s defining moments. A mission led by Canadians dislodged the Germans from the ridge, after repeated failed attempts by the British and the French.

It is quite incredible that a country that was a couple of months away from its 50th birthday could do what the Brits and the French couldn’t do. And it’s incredible that Canada was a country of eight million people at the time.

It was a rare victory for Allied nations in 1917, and it returned possession of a key strategic point to the French.

It showed the combat abilities of our soldiers, and it reflected Canada’s ability to plan out and execute an attack.

At the same time, Vimy was tragic. More than 3,500 Canadian soldiers were killed. Another 7,000 were injured.

Was it a victory? Absolutely. Did it change the way the rest of the world viewed Canada’s military? Definitely.

When Canadians arrived at Vimy, the Germans erected a sign that said “Welcome Canadians.” A few months later, after the Canadian victory, the Germans weren’t taking Canada lightly any longer.

The cost of victory was steep.

I didn’t realize that 11 soldiers from the Estevan area were killed at Vimy. Seven more died due to the injuries they sustained during the battle.

The events held on the weekend, at the Vimy memorial and in Estevan and other communities in Canada, were worthy of this Canadian victory. And they were also worthy of the soldiers who gave their lives to win the battle.

Bird discusses local contribution to famous battle Soldiers from the Estevan area had an impact on the Battle of Vimy Ridge, but the Battle of Vimy Ridge had a lasting impact on Estevan as well.

The Estevan Army Cadets held ceremonies on Saturday to mark the 100th anniversary of the battle. The events happened the day before the 100th anniversary.

During four-day battle from April 9 to 12, Canadian soldiers dislodged German troops from the strategic point of Vimy in northeast France. It’s widely viewed as one of Canada’s greatest military victories.

But it was also costly. More than 3,500 Canadian soldiers were killed and another 7,000 were injured.

Craig Bird, who is the commanding officer for the local army cadets, said 11 people from Estevan were killed at Vimy, and seven more died due to injuries sustained in the battle.

The Battle of Vimy Ridge was part of the Arras offensive in France, and additional soldiers from the Estevan area were killed during the Arras battles.

“There was a bunch of different battalions that they were affiliated with: the 5th Battalion, the 28th Battalion and the Royal Canadian Regiment,” said Bird.

A lot of people from communities like Bienfait and Roche Percee came into Estevan to enlist during the war, Bird said, because it was a recruiting centre.

Everyone who was recruited out of the Estevan area at the time went to the 1st Saskatchewan Battalion. From there, before they went

Craig Bird, the commanding officer for the Estevan Army Cadets, recapped Estevan’s contributions to the Battle of Vimy Ridge on Saturday. overseas, they were transferred to the 15th Saskatchewan Reserve Battalion.

“When they got to England they would be spread out as reserves in their fellow ranks,” said Bird.

Some people from Estevan went to regiments for Quebec, Ontario and Alberta because those regiments needed reinforcements.

Bird noted the number of Canadian casualties during Vimy Ridge would be nearly equivalent to the

population of present-day Estevan.

The Germans, meanwhile, had more than 20,000 casualties at Vimy Ridge during the battle itself and the fighting that took place before the battle.

“The chaos and the amount of shelling that took place during the months and the weeks before Vimy obliterated people,” said Bird. “They just couldn’t find them. It was unknown the casualty rate the Germans had at that point.”

Former fire chief passes away Ron Hawes is being remembered as a dedicated fire chief who was also enjoyed having good times.

Hawes died at the Estevan Regional Nursing Home on March 29 at the age of 83.

He was born on a farm near Minniota, Manitoba in 1933, joined the Royal Canadian Air Force in 1953, and spent the next 27 years of his life in the military as a firefighter. After retiring from the forces in 1980, he moved in Estevan to become the deputy fire chief with the Estevan Fire Rescue Service.

He was named the city’s fire chief in 1989, and remained in the role until his retirement in 1997.

His friend, Vernon “Butch” McLean, recalled how Hawes and the fire department were always

As Spring approaches it reminds us of New Life and Warmer Weather.

willing to help out with the Shrine Circus in Estevan.

They would assist people in wheelchairs with getting to the seating area for the circus.

“They would always bring the fire engine over, and have the fire engine right there by the circus, so that if there was ever a fire, they didn’t have to run over to the fire hall,” said McLean. “It gave the teachers confidence that the safety of the kids was not in question.”

There would be 2,200

kids in the Civic Auditorium for a morning or afternoon circus performance, he said.

But McLean also remembers Hawes for being community-minded and always fun to be around.

“He was quick to laugh,” said McLean.

After retiring from the fire department, Hawes worked at the Sussex Arms apartment building until a few years ago.

Hawes and his wife Rita were married for 58 years. They had four chil-

Ron Hawes dren, four grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

A celebration of life was held on April 2.

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New canine unit dog has arrived The Estevan Police Service (EPS) has the dog that will be part of its new canine unit.

Now the dog just needs a name.

The dog arrived from California on Thursday. It’s an 18-month male purebread German shepherd who travelled from Europe to California, and spent time at a kennel that is wellknown for producing quality police dogs.

Const. Paul Chabot, who is the new canine officer for the EPS, said it was exciting to finally meet his new partner. “ H e ’s b e e n r e a l l y good,” said Chabot. “He’s a young dog, so he has lots of energy.”

The EPS has announced they will host a name the dog campaign that will be open to all children in the community 12 years of age and under. Previously Ladouceur said it would be for school students, but the EPS wanted to open up the competition to children under the age of five.

The EPS has a dedicated email address for the contest, namethek9@estevanpolice.ca. Young people

can give their suggestion for the name, and supply a reason.

“We want something, obviously, that represents the community well, and represents the police service,” said Ladouceur. “A name that has some meaning, rather than just a name pulled out of the hat, is certainly going to be more likely to win the competition.”

The deadline to enter is April 20. Ladouceur said he isn’t concerned the contest will wrap up during spring break.

A committee will be formed within the EPS to choose the name. Chabot will have the final say.

If they have multiple submissions for the name that is chosen for the dog, then they will draw a name from a hat to determine the winner.

The child who submits the winning name will win an iPad. If a classroom submits the winning name, they will win a pizza party and an iPad for use in the classroom.

“It’s exciting, and I think it will give kids some buy-in with the unit, and go

Const. Paul Chabot with the Estevan Police Service’s new police dog. The EPS has launched a naming campaign for the dog. from there,” said Ladouceur.

“It’s the community’s dog, it’s the community’s canine unit, and we are the community’s police service, so fittingly the dog should be named by the community.”

Ladouceur said they decided to expand the contest to younger children because families might want to enter, or there might be a four-year-old with a good idea for a name.

“If there are some parents with their kids, who want to sit around and think of some names, their children can certainly submit that name and give them the opportunity,” said Ladouceur.

Chabot and the police dog will start their training together in early May. Training is expected to take four to 4 1/2 months, which means that the dog should

be in service in the late summer months.

Chabot said he is looking forward to the session.

“We’re bonding together, getting to know each other and building our relationship,” said Chabot.

Not only will this dog be capable of drug detection, like its predecessor, Harvey, but it will be capable of finding people, tracking evidence and protecting

the officer.

While drug detection is the primary emphasis, Ladouceur said the dog could be deployed for finding a missing person or tracking somebody down after a robbery.

The EPS has been without a police dog since Harvey retired in the summer of 2015. They have been drawing on the dogs of other agencies when necessary.

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2. COOLANT

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3. BELTS

Your engine’s belts should be in good condition at the start of the summer. Why? Because if one gives way

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1. VENTILATION

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Wednesday, April 12, 2017

Hillcrest students show their talent

By David Willberg dwillberg@estevanmercury.ca

The computer lab at Hillcrest School was transformed into an art gallery for three days this month.

The Hillcrest School Art Gallery Show and Sale ran from April 4 to 6. Each of the 123 students at the school created a piece of art that was placed in the gallery, and then parents or others could purchase the art.

It could be viewed and purchased during student-led conferences on April 4 and 5, and during a public viewing on April 6.

“It was an extremely successful event,” said Hillcrest School principal David Gillingham.

The art show was a partnership between the school and the Estevan Art Gallery and Museum (EAGM).

Hillcrest community education liaison Sara Pippus and teacher Melanie Young headed up the project on behalf of the school, including the framing, organizing and

setting up of the gallery.

“It was a very professional setup down there, and highlighted the artwork,” said Gillingham.

EAGM educator Karly Garnier spent a day providing instruction for the students.

Gillingham compared it to having an artist in residence.

“Then we took that artwork, framed it and hung it up in the old computer lab where parents could come down on the night of the student-led conferences and purchase some of the art as a donation to the playground revitalization project,” said Gillingham.

The school even had an official opening on March 5. Mayor Roy Ludwig and Councillor Travis Frank brought greetings from the City of Estevan. Garnier and Estevan Arts Council representative Mark Veneziano applauded the students for their efforts.

Gillingham and Waylon Klix from the school community council also spoke at the opening.

“What we had was a chance to show off to the community some of the fantastically talented kids that we have, in a different from what they might ordinarily see in the conferences, which tend to focus on academics,” said Gillingham.

When the students saw the artwork in the computer lab, Gillingham said their eyes lit up, because it looked so differently once it was framed and hanging on the walls.

“They were proud, because you could see they brought their parents down.

They were seeking out their own work, and they were proud to share it with their families,” said Gillingham.

Ninety per cent of the artwork was sold as of March 6, and they had bids for the remaining selections.

“By the time we’re finished, every piece of student artwork will be enjoyed by somebody in their own home, in their office or in their workplace,” said Gillingham.

Most of the works were

purchased by parents, but some selections were bought by other people from the community. A number of parents made donations, and then allowed somebody else to purchase the art.

The artwork was vibrant and colourful, he said, and very unique, as each child brought their own perspectives to the project they were working on.

Students were assigned a different Saskatchewanbased theme for their artwork, including starry skies, grain elevators, and sunrises or sunsets. The kindergartens had an “I love you” theme to share with their family members.

The art show has raised $1,755 for the playground revitalization project. Hillcrest has a playground structure already in place, but now they’re looking to create an experiential playground that will create activities for kids, without requiring a lot of equipment.

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Bernie Collins was the winner in bridge. Irma Lesiuk was the runner-up and Helen Parish came in third.

Karen Hiske finished first in cribbage. Berta Andries came in second and Jake Dyck was third.

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“With the rocks we’ve put in, it’s amazing how many different ways they can use rocks, but it gives them a chance to be creative in their play, and not restrictive,” said Gillingham.

Gillingham says they have an idea of the work they would like to accomplish.

They will keep adding items as they can afford them, and they hope to have it finished in five years.

winter, kids had a chance to go sledding,” said Gillingham. “We bought a lot of sleds and so forth.”

The hill was popular during recess and lunch hour, but it was also popular with the community outside of school hours.

They’re going to incorporate a musical playground centre where kids can play large instruments. A large outdoor classroom space is in the works. They want to add a zip line that will start at the top of the hill.

Morris reached out and grabbed the wheelbarrow by the handles, then, nodding to the young man, he said, “All right. Get in.”

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Strippers tournament brought 40 teams to Estevan for five days of hockey

By David Willberg dwillberg@estevanmercury.ca

Saskatchewan’s largest recreation hockey tournament offered five days of games for local hockey fans.

The Estevan Strippers 35th annual Molson Spring Bust Tournament from April 5 to 9 at the three arenas in Estevan. Forty teams flocked to the Energy City to compete in the tournament’s 10 divisions.

Six of the divisions were decided solely through round-robin play, while the remaining four divisions had playoffs to determine a winner.

Two of the round-robin divisions were for women’s teams. The Weyburn Oil Queens finished first in the Century 21 Division, going 3-0 in the tournament.

The Estevan Wildcats (2-1) finished second, the Bienfait Bulldogs (1-2) were third and the Norquay Nighthawks (0-3) were fourth.

In the other women’s division, which is the Certified Energy Services Division, the Bienfait Bitches won all three of their games to take top spot. The Moose Mountain Hot Peppers were second at 2-1, the Oxbow Renegades (1-2) were third and the Swan Valley Extreme (0-3) wound up fourth.

There were also three over-45 divisions decided by round-robins. The Estevan Tower Wolves had a perfect 3-0 record to win the Ray Frehlick Division. The Regina Hooters (2-1) were second, the Regina Old Slow Shots (1-2) came in third and the Weyburn Ambassadors were fourth.

The Energy City Wings won the Bill Dutton Division with a perfect 3-0 record. The Melville Moneymen (2-1) were second, the Woodley White 45s (1-2) were third and the Estevan Viking 45s (0-3) were fourth.

In the Murray GM Division, the Brandon North 40 won all three of their games to finish first. The Estevan Capitals (2-1) were second, the Yorkton Old Relics (12) were third and the Indian Head Saints (0-3) wound up fourth.

The Preston Meyer Memorial Division was the over-35 division to use a round-robin. The Oxbow Coyotes finished first with a 2-0-1 record. The Estevan Cougars were second thanks

The Estevan Wildcats faced the Weyburn Oil Queens in the Century 21 Division during the Estevan Strippers tournament. to a 2-1 mark, the Alameda Red Army (1-2) were third and the Regina Blackouts (0-3) were fourth.

The remaining four divisions were decided by playoffs.

The Estevan Flyers won the Days Inn Division, defeating the Torquay Hoppers 12-5 in the final. The Carnduff Chiefs took third with an 8-0 win over the Estevan Broken Arrow Bruins.

In the Westmoreland Coal Division, the Avonlea Antiques defeated the Estevan Sharks 6-2 in the first

place game, and the Souris Valley Sioux blanked the Estevan Tower Wolves 12-0 for third.

The Regina Burbot took the Tap House Division with a 4-0 win over the Estevan Vikings, and the Regina Piranhas beat the Woodley Whites 7-3 for third place.

The closest playoff games were in the Einar and Rod Fagerheim Memorial Division. The Estevan Eclipse edged the Regina Hitmen 7-6 for first, while the Estevan Tap House Rookies beat the Weyburn

Thrashers 7-5 for third.

Several awards were also handed out. Old Relics goaltender John Garbutt, who is 75 years old, was the winner of the oldest player award. A player can only win the award once.

The Tap House Sportsmanship Award, which is presented to the team with the fewest penalty minutes in the round-robin divisions, was shared by three teams: the Nighthawks, the Extreme and the Renegades. They had zero penalties in two games.

The James Schroeder

Memorial Award, which goes to the team with the fewest penalties in the divisions decided by playoffs, went to the Regina Hitmen, who had zero penalties through their first three games.

Cabarets were held on April 7 and 8 at the Power Dodge Curling Centre.

Crossroads performed during the first cabaret, and Third Degree Birnz performed at the second. Proceeds from the cabarets, and the tournament as a whole, will be directed towards the Strippers work in the com-

munity.

Event spokesperson Rick Rohatyn said they had good crowds at the cabarets each night, and the crowds were well-behaved.

The Fresh Air Fitness program, which is bringing outdoor exercise equipment to Woodlawn Regional Park, will receive $3,000 from this year’s tournament. Rohatyn said they will also support the 2018 SaskTel Tankard men’s curling provincial championship in Estevan, but they haven’t decided how much will be donated.

Elecs win badminton tournament The Estevan Comprehensive School (ECS) Elecs senior badminton team was impressive at their home tournament on Saturday.

Elecs players picked up medals in four of the five divisions. In boys singles, Sage Dayman won gold and Cameron Rioux won silver.

Dawson Nobiss and Vineet Kaushik teamed up to take silver in the boys doubles division. In girls doubles, Van Giap and Tiffany Dacuycuy won the gold medal, and in mixed doubles, John Sasi and Sammy Wade teamed up to win the gold.

“We were really successful,” said coach Sheena Summers.

The Elecs sent three teams in the tournament.

Two senior teams were entered, and after some cancellations, they decided to enter the junior team.

“We have a really strong junior program this year, with a strong group in five different categories.

They were really successful so far in other tournaments,” said Summers.

Saturday’s tournament also had teams from Lampman, Oxbow, Carnduff, Weyburn, Yellow Grass and Midale.

Summers said both junior and senior teams have been dominant in their tournaments so far. The senior team has competed in tournaments in Weyburn and Midale.

The junior team had their home tournament in March, where Abby Hanson and Jordan Gillingham won gold in mixed doubles, and silver medals went to Oakley Stewart (boys singles), Sarah Dacuycuy (girls singles), Sarah Nobiss and Trinity Rooks (girls doubles) and

Members of the Estevan Comprehensive School’s badminton team who won medals at the tournament on Saturday: Back row, from the left, Vineet Kausik, Sage Dayman, Cam Rioux, and Dawson Nobiss. Front row, from the left, Tiffany Dacuycuy, Van Giap, John Sasi and Sammy Wade. Photo submitted Jonah Bachorcik and Kaiden Tuchscherer (girls doubles).

They have also been to badminton tournaments in Midale and Weyburn.

The Elecs are now preparing for the district play-

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Lewgood reflects on season’s end

By David Willberg dwillberg@estevanmercury.ca

The Power Dodge Estevan Bruins season is over, but head coach and general manager Chris Lewgood is still pleased with the strides taken by the team this season.

The Bruins dropped a 6-1 decision to the Battlefords North Stars on April 4 at Affinity Place. The Battlefords swept the bestof-seven Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League series in four straight games, and outscored the Bruins 23-8 in the process.

Strong starts helped carry the North Stars to victory, as they scored 13 of 23 goals in the opening frame. Game 4 was no different, as they led 3-0 after 20 minutes.

Michael McChesney scored the only goal in Game 4, and has been named the Bruins playoff MVP. The 18-year-old American forward had six goals and a team-leading nine points in nine postseason games.

“For him to contribute offensively and play such a key defensive role as a young player was an outstanding influence on this team,” said Lewgood.

The game marked the end of the junior hockey careers for seven players: goaltender Nathan Alalouf, defencemen Josh Rieger and Evan Scott, and forwards Levi Barnstable, Matt McNeil, Jason Miller and Lynnden Pastachak,

who was the team’s captain.

“They’re all good people,” said Lewgood.

“That’s the best thing about them. This was a memorable season because we had some success, but it’s more memorable for the people we had in the room, and who we shared that success with. And it started with our 20-year-olds.”

Alalouf spent the last two seasons with the club, making him the first goalie to play two full seasons with the Bruins since Billy Gerry from 2000 to 2002.

“It was especially fun to watch him grow from the player and person he was when we got him here at the start of the 2015-16 season, to the veteran and leader he was when he left,” said Lewgood.

Scott was acquired from the Valley Wildcats of the Maritime Junior A Hockey League just before the Jan. 10 trade deadline.

He proved to be everything the Bruins wanted.

“We needed to add some size and grit and experience at the back end, and what we weren’t sure about was what we were getting for a person,” said Lewgood. “His biggest attribute was his leadership.”

As for Rieger, the third-year defenceman was named the top defenceman and the top player for the Bruins, and the Viterra Division this season. He has committed to play for the University of North Dakota in 2016-17.

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His work in the classroom and the gymnasium, and on the ice, were always done to the best of his ability, Lewgood said.

Lewgood referred to Barnstable as “the quintessential unsung hero.”

Barnstable scored 10 goals during his three seasons with the club, but he was a very valuable player.

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Miller and McNeil came to the club from the Drayton Valley Thunder of the Alberta Junior Hockey League before the season.

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McNeil led the team with 31 goals and 69 points in 58 games in the regular season, and added four goals and an assist in nine playoff games.

Miller, meanwhile had 26 goals and 59 points in 56 games, and added seven goals in nine games in the post-season.

Lewgood and Pastachak came to the Bruins at the start of the 2013-

14 season. Lewgood said they have been through a lot of wars together, and he’ll always have a lot of fond memories of Pastachak.

“He’s done a lot for this hockey team in his time here, and he’ll be remembered for that for a long time,” said Lewgood.

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Mermaids perform at water show The Estevan Mermaids synchronized swimming club wrapped up a busy year with their annual water show on Saturday night at the RM of Estevan Aquatic Centre.

All members of the Mermaids were able to showcase what they have learned this season. It began with performances by the mini Mermaids, which has nearly three dozen swimmers, and the masters Mermaids team.

Solo routines came courtesy of Cynthia Goudy in the recreation program, Rachel Duncan in the 10-and-under limited stream competitive (LTD) division, Haley Copeland and Hannah Mantei in the 13 to 15 provincial stream (PS) class, Breanna Lawrence in the 16 to 18 LTD, and Courtney Reetz in the 16 to 18 recreation program.

Mackenzie Pridell, who is part of the national team, provided a guest performance.

Duets were supplied by Jersey Hirkala and Seriah Potoma in the 11 and 12 PS, Laura Swirski and Rebecca Duncan in the 13 to 15 PS, and Shannon Wanner and Amber

Mantei in the masters division.

The Team Saskatchewan routine demo and the University of Regina Cougars trio, featuring Mermaids alumni Mackenzie Dahl, entertained the audience with their abilities.

Five teams also performed during the evening. Sarah Greening, Alyssa Halkyard, Elle Meyers, Claire Mowchenko, Eva Schmidt, Rowyn Shier, Nevaeh Walkely and Charlotte Waldegger were part of the 10-and-under LTD squad.

Three of the teams were from the 11 and 12 age group. The 11 and 12 LTD team was comprised of Aivry Culy, Rachel Duncan, Emily Greening, Kara Groshong, Andri Groenveld, Isabella Michael and Camryn Westling.

An 11 and 12 PS squad included Gracie Dzuba Lindsay Mack, Sasha Mantei, Jordyn Tarnes, Alianna Young and Alandra Young.

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Jersey Hirkala and Seriah Potoma performed a duet during the Estevan Mermaids annual water show. Photo by Wanda Harron Photography. and 12 PS team.

The 13 to 15 PS team was comprised of Gemma Bittman, Haley Copeland, Maya Daoust,

Rebecca Duncan, Nyla Dyck, Caitlin Graham, Hannah Mantei and Marlie Weinrauch.

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Music Festival offered lots of talent The Estevan and District Music Festival featured plenty of great performances and talented musicians during its 17day run from March 17 to April 5.

“We had a wonderful festival with wellprepared students who performed their pieces very well,” said president Pam Dechief. “The adjudicators were very helpful with guiding the students on how to improve their pieces, and the adjudicators were overwhelmingly pleased with the quality of the preparation and per-

formance level that our students had in the festival this year.”

The festival had approximately 650 registrations this year, which was similar to 2016. It offered performances in piano, band/instrumental, vocal and speech arts disciplines.

The top performers were invited back to perform during the festival highlights programs.

Awards and bursaries were also handed out at those programs.

The first two programs were held on April 2. The

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band and instrumental show was at the Estevan Comprehensive School, and the vocal and speech arts showcase was at the Estevan Alliance Church.

Two nights later the top pianists were recognized during a show at Trinity Lutheran Church.

It’s the second straight year the festival has wrapped up with multiple highlights programs, but this marked the first time the festival has had three.

Dechief said this is a format that will be here to stay.

“This allowed for a one-hour program for each of the three awards programs, and we were able to schedule in many performances from each, and showcase the students’ talent,” said Dechief.

Max Hiske was presented the Murray GM Award for Outstanding Performance in Multiple Disciplines. Dechief said Hiske excelled in piano, strings and percussion.

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Max Hiske, left, accepted the Murray GM Award for Outstanding Performance in Multiple Disciplines from Shauna Meek. Photo by Sam Macdonald bas was selected by the adjudicators to be performed at the provincial music festival in Saskatoon in the first weekend of June.

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Also selected were Abbie Brokenshire and Levi Stepp for their respective musical theatre

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“We wish them much success at the provincial level,” said Dechief.

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Fundraiser sets a record

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The St. Joseph’s Hospital Foundation’s annual Radiothon for Life started and ended in spectacular fashion.

The sixth annual fundraiser on April 5 fetched $191,879, which is a new off-air record. The money raised will be used to purchase new endoscopy equipment at the hospital and other equipment needs.

“We didn’t know what to expect going into the radiothon,” said hospital foundation executive director Becky Conly. “We had sights set on raising more money than we did last year, so $60,000 would have been more than what we did last year.

The 2016 fundraiser brought in $40,560.

This year’s benefit ran from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Updates aired throughout the day on Golden West Radio’s local stations.

A $50,000 donation from the estate of Dean Allen gave the event a big start.

“Dean spent some time in long-term care, and he was very happy with the care that he received while in the hospital, so he left that in his memory,” said Conly.

The Estevan Wildlife Federation (EWF) is promoting the importance of its annual fundraising dinner and auction on April 22 at the Wylie-Mitchell Hall.

Reg King, who is the vice-president of the EWF, said they had sold 184 tickets as of Friday afternoon.

It’s a slower pace than normal for the organization.

Capacity in the building would be about 500 people.

King cited the downturn in the oil patch as the reason for the decrease in ticket sales, and he hopes there will be a late surge in tickets.

“It’s important to keep the wildlife habitat supported, and to keep the numbers for the deer, the antelope, the ducks, the geese and the pheasants up,” said King.

Cocktails will be served at 5 p.m. and supper will be at 6 p.m. There will be raffles, silent auctions and a live auction, and possibly games during the evening to raise funds for the EWF’s efforts.

The live auction will feature an African hunt, with seven hunting days for two hunters. The prize package does not include airfare.

Several more large donations, and many smaller donations, came in throughout the day. Many people phoned in donations and dropped off pledges.

“We made it up to $90,000 with that, and then at the end of the day, we had a call from an anonymous donor who said they would match all of the total pledges that we had in memory of a family member,” said Conly.

A barbecue lunch attracted 440 people, and raised more than $4,000, which is their best total ever for the barbecue. An added attraction this year was the presence of emergency services vehicles, including an Estevan Emergency Medical Services ambulance, an Estevan Fire Rescue Service fire truck, and vehicles from the Estevan Police Service and the Estevan RCMP. “All of the volunteers that were there gave tours to all of the kids,” said Conly.

“It was packed in the cafeteria for lunch, so much so that at one point we ran out of food, and had to go buy more, because we didn’t know what to expect.”

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was held for the first time last year, but this year marked the first time the emergency services vehicles have been present.

Some of the money will be directed towards the endoscopy equipment purchase, which Conly said is needed. The equipment is used for colonoscopies and gastrologies.

“As new technology comes out for different procedures, this is something that will be top of the line technology to detect different illnesses and health issues quicker,” said Conly.

“This new technology will be fantastic.”

While the current equipment is still adequate, technology has come a long ways since the equipment was purchased.

Conly said it was a great day, with lots of great testimonials from patients who have had really positive experiences at the hospital, and comments from staff who have seen the contributions the hospital foundation has made to their units.

“It really shows how much people care about health-care in southeast Saskatchewan,” said Conly.

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katchewan Wildlife Federation (SWF) youth facility and programs, and sponsors local youth to attend the SWF conservation camp at Candle Lake.

The EWF will also host the Opening Day Walleye Classic on Boundary Dam on May 6. Proceeds from the fishing derby will be directed towards a fish filleting shack at the Boundary Dam Recreation Site.

The club will also use funds from the banquet to continue its annual firearm safety instruction, maintain and improve its shooting range, maintain its clubhouse and grounds, purchase and release pheasants, facilitate a bird-feeding program during the winter months, provide support to the SWF Habitat Trust program, and support other organizations in the area such as the St. Joseph’s Hospital Foundation.

Proceeds from the 2016 dinner allowed the EWF to donate $32,500 to the SWF Habitat Trust for the purchase of 60 acres west of Estevan for wildlife habitat. The proceeds also assisted the federation in funding a turkey translocation project.

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They will also be auctioning off a selection of firearms through their annual ping pong ball auction.

The winner will get to select a firearm, and the remaining guns will be auctioned off.

“We have many items that have been generously donated by the local community and items that we have purchased to appeal to a variety of interests and the public,” King said.

The EWF has reduced ticket prices this year from $50 to $40 each. A package of four tickets is $150 and a table of eight costs $300.

Tickets will not be available at the door.

Tickets are available from King at 306-4211909.

The dinner and auction supports a variety of initiatives, including several for youth. The EWF hosts a four-day youth conservation camp at Boundary Dam in August, which allows campers to learn about conservation, archery, firearms, trapshooting, canoeing, fishing and more.

The EWF also hands out a $1,000 scholarship to an Estevan Comprehensive School student, provides financial support to the Sas-

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BD3 online throughout March For a facility that has seen controversy for its teething problems, the month of March was as good as it could possibly get for up-time.

SaskPower’s monthly update on the Boundary Dam Integrated Carbon Capture and Storage Project reported the CCS facility at Boundary Dam Power Station was online 100 per cent of the time and captured 56,421 tonnes of carbon dioxide.

Out of the last 12 months, BD3 has had 100 per cent time online for six of those months, the most recent being October 2016.

“Since inception, this facility has captured almost 1.5 million tonnes of carbon dioxide. This is equivalent to the gas emissions of over 350,000 vehicles or over 300,000 Canadian coast to coast road trips,” the report of April 5 stated.

“SaskPower continues to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions as it gains experience operating the facility. In the month of April, the installation of an activated carbon

treatment full scale test, and the resumption of contracted amine thermal reclamation will address performance bottlenecks related to foaming and degradation. Optimizing the cost-effective maintenance of the amine solution will remain the focus in the coming months, and will result in continued reduced CO2 capture rate up to the planned outage.

The planned outage in June 2017, the first major outage since October 2015, will address normal maintenance issues as well as a number of modifications that will increase the operational efficiency and reliability of the plant.”

The daily average of CO2 captured has slowly declined since November 2016. The daily average of CO2 captured peaked at 2,039 tonnes. That amount is roughly flat compared to February. The 12 month average is 2,354 tonnes per day.

SaskPower noted the CCS facility is the cleanest fossil fuel power unit in all of Canada and is an essential part of the Crown corporation’s mission to

reducing its impact on the environment.

SaskPower will also manage its emissions through renewables. SaskPower plans to significantly increase the amount of renewable electricity in Saskatchewan’s generation mix from 25 per cent today to as must as 50 per cent by 2030. This will reduce SaskPower’s greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 40 per cent from the 2005 levels.

The Boundary Dam Integrated Carbon Capture and Storage Project had a good month in March. File photo

Summit coming to Estevan The Estevan Chamber presentation from provinof Commerce and Sask- cial Environment Minister Power are coming together Scott Moe. to host a carbon capture The Southeast Colsummit. lege’s Estevan campus will The one-day confer- be the site of the presentaNew Orleans, Mardi Gras & More ence on May 11 Feb. will 18 protions.

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Along with guided city tours of Victoria and Vancouver.

Visit Tofino, Ucluelet, Port Alberni, Coquitlam, Westminster Abbey, CapilanoBridge, Butterfly Gardens, Butchart Gardens, and Hell’s Gate.

Well – we did it! The 2017 Juvenile National Broomball Championship held March 28th to 31st was a huge success and we have so many people and organizations to thank for that, and we apologize in advance if we inadvertently miss anyone.

• Sask Sport Inc. • Estevan Suburban Extended Stay Hotel • Western Star All Suites Signature Hotel & Conference Centre • A&S Oilfield Operating Ltd. • Murray GM • Performance Pump Service Ltd. • Gilliss Casing Services Inc. • DGel • Fired Up Grill Food & Drink • TS&M Supply • Apex Distribution • Apex Oilfield Services • ShawCor • Estevan Telephone Answering Service • Dave & Rose Saxon • Westmoreland Coal Company – Prairie Mines • Estevan Strippers Hockey Club • Golden West Radio • Brent Gedak Welding Ltd. • Mayor Roy Ludwig • Lori Carr, MLA • Shelley Veroba • Curtis Hack and his ECS students • Nathan Jesse & Erin Walton, Leisure Services • Diane & Clem Wenham and their staff • Parents, friends and family of all 16 teams that offered to help out wherever was needed • Players, coaches and managers of all 16 teams • Patrick Fisher for the live streaming services • Estevan schools that brought their classes to the games to cheer on the athletes • And to all of you that came and purchased tournament or day passes, bought 50/50 tickets or tournament merchandise – we truly appreciate your support.

Once again, the true spirit of the City of Estevan shone through and we thank each and every one of you for helping the Estevan Broomball Association meet and exceed the tournament expectations.

Denise Saxon & Shelley Schroeder, Tournament Co-Chairs.

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April 12, 2017 A17 Obituaries Arthur C. Wrubleski 1929 – 2017 Art passed away peacefully with family by his side on Sunday, March 26, 2017 at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Estevan, SK at the age of 87 years.

Art will be lovingly remembered by his children, Dale (Anita) and their children, Kristin and Amanda; Randy and his children, Alexandra, Derek, Sarah and Michael; Wade (Diane) and their children, Blair, Mallory, Tate and Drew; Brenda (Garry) and their children, Jenna (Chris) Court, Adrian Malaryk and Dylan Derkach; Denise (Wayne) and their children, Brayden, Angel Hein and Owen Hein. Art will also be remembered by his brother Ed; sister Erna and sisters in law, Doreen, Lorraine (Art) Hahn and Ruth Oswald, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Art was predeceased by his wife Alice (née Oswald in 1983); parents, Frederich and Emelia; siblings, Bill (Shirley), Helmut and Albert; sister in law Ruth and brother in law Bert.

Art was a very successful and well known business man in the Southeast oil patch. He started Wrubleski Coring in Gull Lake, SK in 1955. In 1959 he moved to Estevan and merged with Al Marcotte to become A & A Coring. Art retired in 1998. He was a very devoted family man and took pride in his children, grandchildren and his accomplishments in life.

The Funeral Service was held on Saturday, April 1, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Estevan, with Rev. Randy Kleemola officiating. Interment took place at Souris Valley Memorial Gardens following the service with lunch that followed in the church social hall.

In memory of Art memorial donations may be made to the St. Joseph’s Hospital Foundation, 1176 Nicholson Road, Estevan, SK, S4A 0H3.

Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Hall Funeral Services, Estevan.

Thank you

Words cannot begin to express how thankful we the family of Art Wrubleski are to family members, friends and neighbors for all the acts of kindness and sympathy; food, flowers, donations to St. Joseph’s Hospital Foundation, cards, visits and kind words spoken to our family.

We want to express special appreciation to the nurses at St. Joseph’s for the wonderful care Dad received. To Dr. Horri for never giving up and Dr. Omosigho for the care he gave Dad these past few years. To Rev. Randy Kleemola of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church for the beautiful service and the many times visiting Dad at Hillview and bringing him communion. To Eunice and the staff at Hillview, for the love and care they gave Dad these last 3 ½ years. To the Lutheran Ladies for providing the lunch following the service. To Bob and Laverne Morden for always rushing to Dad’s side to provide him with exceptional medical support and visiting with him. To the doctors and staff at Regina General Hospital for their continued medical knowledge and care for Dad over the years. To Rick Rohatyn and Kendra Memory for doing the scripture readings at the service. To Yvonne, Shirley and all the staff at Hall Funeral Services for the professional arrangements and caring service.

Finally, to everyone that attended his memorial service….We Thank You! Dad touched so many lives and it is because of all of you that we have the strength to carry on his legacy.

Vera Shurvin We thank God for the life and the love of Vera Shurvin, who died at Sunset Extendicare in Regina on March 29, three weeks short of her 91st birthday.

Vera was born in Glenbogie, Saskatchewan, and moved as a child to St. Walburg, and then with her family to Prince Albert, where she completed high school and took nurse’s training. As a Registered Nurse she worked in Prince Albert, Pender Harbour BC, Victoria BC, and the Regina General Hospital. She has been an Associate of the Sisterhood of St. John the Divine since 1953.

While in Regina she met a theological student, Howard Shurvin, and in 1954 they married. Vera supported Howard’s ministry in a series of Anglican parishes in the Diocese of Qu’Appelle, from Lucky Lake, to Shaunavon, Whitewood, Estevan, and finally Maple Creek. Along the way she embraced the roles of mother, homemaker, and parish worker. In Estevan, when her five children were growing up, she returned to nursing part-time, and continued in Maple Creek where she worked in the nursing home.

Vera and Howard retired to an acreage on the edge of Whitewood in 1986, where they enjoyed gardening, raising chickens, walking with Shadow the black lab, and living close to nature. They were blessed with 48 years of married life until Howard died in 2002. Vera was involved in St. Mary’s church and many community activities in Whitewood.

When her health began to fail, Vera moved to live with her daughter’s family in Regina. After a couple of years she moved to Joyti Care Home, where she spent two happy years, before she had to move to Sunset Extendicare one year ago.

Vera was predeceased by her parents, Charles and Vera Ilsley; her brother Horace in childhood; her siblings Charlie, Roy, Bert, and Winnie; husband Howard; and two sons, Nicholas in 1988, and Thomas in 2007.

She will be remembered with love by her sisters, Phyllis Ilsley and Elaine (Alex) Cathcart; her children, Joanne (Walter Martin), Peter (Sally Chaster), and Paul; grandchildren Nicole, Christopher, Victoria, Ariana, and Sasha; a large extended family; many Anglicans from communities where she lived; and others whose lives she touched.

Her family thanks the staff at Sunset Extendicare and at Joyti Care Home, and her helpful neighbours in Whitewood for their care.

Funeral Service will be held at St. James the Apostle Anglican Church, 1105 Empress Street, Regina, SK on Wednesday April 5, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Vera’s honour to The Diocese of Qu’Appelle, 1501 College Avenue, Regina, SK, S4P 1B4, The Primate’s World Relief and Development Fund, 80 Hayden Street, Toronto, Ontario, M4Y 3G2 or The Nature Conservancy of Canada, 1777 Victoria Avenue Suite 700, Regina, SK, S4P 4K5.

“Vera was always devout in her faith, optimistic, uncomplaining, energetic, and able to see the good in everyone. This world is a sadder place with her death and a better place because of her life.”

To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.speersfuneralchapel.com Marie Ludwig 1936 - 2017 On Saturday March 25, 2017, Marie Margaret Ludwig passed away peacefully at home at the age of 80. She was born on July 20, 1936 in Lampman, SK. Marie is survived by her husband of 61 years, Leonard. Also left to cherish her memory are their eight children, Lorne (Alexandra), Lenora (Vern) Symons, Alden (Kate), Randy (Wanda), Della (Randy) Johner, Corrine Korf, Debbie (Perry) Walliser, and Lisa Lazar (Bill); grandchildren, Desiree (Tyler), Jay, Dustin (Jessica), Ryland (Janelle), Derrick, Sheldon, Kristen (Dusty), Tanessa (Lee), Garrett, Dylan, Kordel (Jolene), Bridget (Jaus), Carter (Carly), Jackson, Jolie, Brady and Aleena; eleven great grandchildren; sisters, Margaret Agyeman, Ann O’Hochinsky, Pat (Don) Keating and Linda (Larry) Jesse; sisters-in-law, Mary Fieber and June Fieber.

She was predeceased by her parents, Steve and Margaret Fieber; brothers, Steven, Tony and Raymond; sister Evelyn Fornwald and precious granddaughter Faithe.

Mom grew up and attended school in the Steelman and Lampman area, and married Dad on October 3, 1955. She was a busy stay-at-home mom and an excellent cook. We each had our favourites and her treasured recipes have been passed down to all the family. In her limited spare time, mom liked to sew, crochet and bake. She always planted a large garden and spent hours canning, and even drove the combine and grain truck until the farm auction in 1999. Throughout the years, she enjoyed curling and dancing.

Mom left us with lifelong memories, strong values and special traditions. Thank you mom for all you have given us. You are loved forever and will be missed.

A Prayer Service was held on Wednesday, March 29, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Hall Funeral Services, Estevan. The Funeral Mass was celebrated on Thursday, March 30, 2017 at 10:30 a.m. at St. John the Baptist R.C. Church, Estevan, by Rev. Brian Meredith. Cremation followed and interment will take place at a later date. A luncheon was held in the church auditorium immediately following the funeral mass.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Marie’s memory may be made to the St., Joseph’s Hospital Foundation, 1176 Nicholson Road, Estevan, SK, S4A 0H3.

Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Hall Funeral Services, Estevan.

Thank You

Thank you to all who have supported our family during our loss, including the EMTs and others who responded; those who provided cards and gifts of food, flowers and sundries; those who offered prayers and masses; Father Brian for the touching funeral service; Doris Trobert and Dustin Hall for the beautiful music; Hall Funeral Services for your guidance and support; the CWL for the lunch following the service; and all who made donations to the St. Joseph’s Hospital Foundation in memory of Mom. James Patrick Keating December 12, 1944 – March 17, 2017 Jim passed away in Acapulco, Mexico on March 17 with his Mexican ‘family’ Jose Garcia and Janeth Rosales, and ex-brother-in-law, Andre Dargis, at his side. Jim was born in Estevan, Saskatchewan to Millie and Walter Keating. He is survived by sisters, Lorna Keating, of Spruce Grove, AB, and Carole Olson (Barry) of Regina Beach, SK and their children, Cody and Calene Dargis, and Melissa and Corey Olson. Jim was predeceased by his mother, Millie, in 1995, and his father, Walter, in 1996. Andre is bringing Jim’s ashes home from Acapulco, and a memorial service and interment will take place at a later date in Estevan. Jim had a very difficult life and he is in a better place now.

Unit makes arrest at North Portal An American has pleaded guilty to charges for child pornography, following a seizure by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) at the North Portal border crossing.

Brandon Eugene Johnson, 43, of Knoxville, Tennessee, pleaded guilty on April 3 in Estevan court, and was sentenced to a year in prison. Johnson was charged with one count of possession of child pornography and one count of importation of child pornography. Both charges are under the Criminal Code.

CBSA officers conducted an examination of Johnson on March 31 at the North Portal border crossing, which resulted in the discovery of suspected child pornography on electronic devices. He was arrested and turned over to the Saskatchewan ICE Unit.

The ICE Unit confirmed the suspected images as child pornography. The accused was arrested for possession and importation of child pornography, and held in custody.

The Saskatchewan ICE Unit is comprised of investigators from the RCMP, and police services in Regina, Saskatoon and Prince Albert.

Their mandate is to investigate crimes involving the abuse and/or exploitation of children on the Internet.

Obituaries Ronald Hawes 1933 - 2017 Ronald Kenneth Hawes passed away peacefully at the Estevan Regional Nursing Home at 83 years of age on March 29, 2017. Ron is lovingly remembered by his wife of 57 years Rita, daughter Lynn (Steve Roberts); son Rick (Shelly); daughter Barb (Brian Mullally); grandsons Chris, Kyle (Jessi Storlie), Tyler Hawes, Brendan Smart; and great grandson Xavier Hawes.

Ron was predeceased by his parents William Bertam and Geneva; daughter Penny Anne and sister Marie Twerdochlib.

Ron’s family invited everyone to join them for a time of Celebration on Sunday, April 2, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at the Beefeater Plaza. No tears or crying...just fun, stories and “Hawesims”.

In memory of Ron memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 1400-522 University Ave, Toronto, ON, M5G 2R5.

He was born on the farm near Minniota, Manitoba and left to experience the world in his late teens. He joined the Royal Canadian Air Force in 1953 where the theme for his life was forged. Ron would spend the vast majority of his life from then on serving and helping other people. He served in the military as a firefighter for 27 years.

In 1959 he married his wife Rita and began the family life. They had a total of 4 children, losing daughter Penny Anne at a very early age. Ron’s career took him and his family across much of Canada until after retiring in 1980, he moved his family to Estevan and began yet another chapter in his life.

As first the Deputy Fire Chief, then Fire Chief Ron again served the public until he retired for a second time in 1997. From then, he devoted himself to serving the residents of Sussex Arms where he and Rita lived and created the community it has become today.

Ron retired for the third time just a few years ago and enjoyed the peace and quiet of retirement.

Ron enjoyed fishing, reading, crossword puzzles and spinning yarns. His favourite activity of all though was by far laughing.

He was always quick to laugh and loved to make those around him laugh with him. Whether through a wry joke, a tall story from his past or one of his many “Hawesisms”, he loved to have the people around him in stitches from laughter.

We truly do not mourn his loss, but rather celebrate the richness of his life for having been lucky enough to have him share it with us.

Thank you for everything Dad, we all love you!

Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Hall Funeral Services, Estevan, SK. Hazel M. Baker 1922 - 2017 Hazel Baker passed away at the Estevan Regional Nursing Home, Estevan, SK on Saturday, January 21, 2017 at the age of 94 years.

Hazel’s memory will be forever cherished by her daughter Bev Lebedynski and her sons, Creighton Beck and Rick Beck. She will also be lovingly remembered by her six grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren and nine great great grandchildren.

She was predeceased by her parents, Peter and Annie Stromgren; siblings, Gladys Saxon, Olive Bohan, Wilfred Stromgren and Helen Marriott; son-in-law Murray Lebedynski and granddaughter Lynn Katelnikoff.

A service to celebrate Hazel’s life will be held on Saturday, April 15, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Hall Funeral Services, Estevan, with Pastor Stewart Miller officiating. Inurnment will follow in the Columbarium at the Estevan City Cemetery, after which all are invited to a luncheon in the Taylorton Room at the Days Inn, Estevan.

If friends so desire, donations in Hazel’s memory to the Creighton Lodge Trust, 1028 Hillcrest Drive, Estevan, SK, S4A 1Y7 would be appreciated by her family.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Hall Funeral Services, Estevan.

Rodney James Hagel Hagel- Rodney James, formally of Estevan, Sask. Port Alberni, and Parksville, B.C. passed away suddenly and peacefully at his home in Brampton, Ontario on February 21, 2017 at the age of 53 years from a heart attack.

Predeceased by twin infant son Cody at birth in 1994; father Gerald in 1982; survived by son Chad;his mother Joyce; brother Tim;sisters Charlene and Heather; one niece and three nephews.

Cremation. Private graveside services were held at the Qualicum Beach Cemetery family plot Friday March 10, 2017 at 11:30 a.m.

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Estevan Mercury

1102 4TH STREET• ESTEVAN, SK • 306-634-1800 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES SERVING PROFESSIONAL The City of Estevan is looking for a Serving Professional for our Food and Beverage division.

If you are interested, please contact HR at apply@estevan.ca

Message From

The Mayor

Everybody have a safe and happy Easter week!

All residents are asked to keep their properties clean and free from: · Garbage and junk · Junked vehicles · Excessive growth of weeds and grass – including boulevards and behind fence in alleys · Infestations of rodents or vermin · Dead or hazardous trees · Accumulation of pet wastes

City of Estevan Traffic Bylaw 2016-1963: Section 53

CITY OF ESTEVAN NOTICE OF ASSESSMENT Pursuant to subsection 187 (1) of The Cities Act, notice is hereby given that the assessment roll for the City of Estevan for the year of 2016, has been prepared and is open to inspection at the City of Estevan, Finance Department, 1102 Fourth Street, Estevan from Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on the following days: March 31, 2017 to May 29, 2017.

Any person having an interest in any property who wishes to appeal the assessment of that property to the Board of Revision is required to file a notice of appeal in writing to: The Secretary of the Board of Revision, 1102 Fourth Street, Estevan, SK S4A 0W7 on or before the 29th day of May, 2017.

Dated this 31 day of March, 2017 st

Trina Sieben City Assessor

1. No person shall deposit any natural substances on any highway, public sidewalk, boulevard or ditch within the City of Estevan, excepting: a) On 4th Street from Souris Avenue and 14th Avenue where building is abutting the property line; b) On 5th Street from 13th Avenue to Souris Avenue where the building is abutting the property line; c) On 11th Avenue from 3rd Street to 5th Street where the building is abutting the property line; d) On 12th Avenue from 3rd Street to 6th Street where the building is abutting the property line; e) On 13th Avenue from the North side of 4th Street North 40 meters.

2. No person shall dump any substance on any highway, public side walk, boulevard or ditch within the City of Estevan.

Open House The City of Estevan will hold an Open House with S.A.M.A. representatives in attendance at City Hall, on Tuesday, May 9th and Wednesday May 10th, 2017 by appointment.

If you have any questions regarding your assessment, or are considering an appeal please call 306-634-1811 to book your appointment.

If you are considering an appeal, please be aware that a mandatory part of the appeal process is the discussion of your assessment with the Saskatchewan Assessment Management Agency.

Notice to Bidders

Property Maintenance Bylaw 2005-1711 Section 14

3. The occupier of property in the City of Estevan shall remove any snow, ice or other obstruction from the public sidewalk adjacent to such property within twenty-four (24) hours of the time such snow, ice or other obstruction appears on such public sidewalk. In the event that this subsection is not complied with, the City may remove such snow, ice or other obstructions at the expense of such occupants or owner, and in the event of the non-payment of such expense, such expense may be charged against the property as a special assessment to be recovered in like manner as and with the taxes.

SANITARY SEWER MAIN AND STORM SEWER FLUSHING PROGRAM

City of Estevan Bid for:

Providing construction services for two (2) new water treatment plant residuals freeze-thaw ponds, piping and appurtenances; retrofit of an existing pumping station including the supply and installation of a new pumping system and required electrical and controls.

Sealed envelopes containing Bids clearly marked “City of Estevan WTP Residual Treatment Ponds” and addressed to 183 – 1621 Albert Street, Regina, Saskatchewan S4P 2S5 shall be received at the offices of AECOM Canada Ltd. before 2:00 p.m., local time, on April 20, 2017.

The Work generally comprises of: site clearing and grubbing; demolition of existing building structures; decommissioning and retrofit of an existing pump station; supply and installation of new residuals pumping system; supply and installation of pump electrical and controls and SCADA programming; supply and installation of yard piping, manholes, and valves; and construction of two (2) earthen residuals ponds.

Copies of the Bid Documents can be obtained from the offices of AECOM Canada Ltd. on April 5, 2017, upon receipt of a $100 deposit by cheque, made payable to the City of Estevan.

Bids should be accompanied by Bid Security in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the Bid Price, payable to The City of Estevan. Failure to provide Bid Security will be a factor taken into account when awarding the contract.

Inquiries regarding this Project shall be directed to: AECOM Canada Ltd. 183 – 1621 Albert Street Regina, Saskatchewan S4P 2S5 Attention: Shayne Tracey, P.Eng. Telephone: 306.522.3266 Facsimile: 306.522.3277 shayne.tracey@aecom.com

Name The K-9 Contest

Beginning Tuesday, May 2, 2017 and continuing to Friday, September 1, 2017, 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. with the occasional carry over to 6:00 p.m.

During the periods of jetting, residents and businesses are advised to securely cap basement floor drains. Storm sewer will have no effect on homes and business’.

2017 Program Area will encompass all streets East of Souris Ave and North of the CPR Railroad tracks within City limits including: Drader Street Hwy 47 N Souris Avenue (East Side) Queen Street Phillips Place Garner Place Edward Street Edward Place Albert Street Isabelle Street Eva Street Henry Street George Street Victoria Avenue Alexandra Avenue Arthur Avenue

Dufferin Avenue Bannatyne Avenue Princess Street Garrish Place Maple Bay Willow Bay Pine Avenue Poplar Bay Kensington Avenue King Street Yardley Place Hastings Place Smith Street Milne Crescent Orlowski Avenue Holmgren Bay Peterson Drive

Heritage Avenue Marwood Street Walker Road Moss Avenue Trout Crescent Brooks Road Clasky Drive Abbot Bay Frehlick Bay Seregella Place Ross Court Wahba Court Symons Bay Rooney Road Nesbitt Drive Bourquin Road

This is YOUR K-9 unit Estevan! We want your help naming the new police dog (male German Shepherd) Children 12 years and under please submit names to: namethek9@estevanpolice.ca Names can be submitted by a single child or as a school class and should be accompanied with the rationale behind the submission.

Winner will receive an iPad as well as a framed photo with the K-9 If a name submitted on behalf of a school class is selected – The class will win a pizza party and class iPad Deadline for submission – April 30th, 2017 (Note: If the name chosen has several entries, a draw will be made for a final winner) Final decision to be made by Estevan Police Service selection committee Must be a resident of Estevan.

One entry per person

* you must pre-register for SPIN classes by calling 306-634-1888 or online at www.estevan.ca

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202 Perkins Street, Estevan

MLS# S SK590567

MLS# SK595543

MLS# SK601632

1815 ssq.ft.

3 Bdrm 3 Bath

$

1567 sq.ft.

5 Bdrm, 2.5 Bath

499,900 49

$

449,900

Commercial Property

$

409,900

JOSH LEBLANC REALTOR® (Part-Time)

306-421-6778

CHOICE REAL ESTATE

www.coldwellbankerchoice.ca Each office independently owned and operated

Call today to book your showing!

It takes more than a sign!

CHOICE REAL ESTATE Each office independently owned and operated

1228 FOURTH STREET, ESTEVAN, SK S4A 0W9 • OFFICE: 306-634-9898

1 DAY SALE Come in early Saturday, for these 8AM-10AM special 2 HOUR deals!

GOOD FRIDAY 11AM - 5PM ∙ SATURDAY 8AM - 6PM ∙ SUNDAY CLOSED ∙ MONDAY 11AM - 5PM

SAVE $770

8AM-10AM ONLY!

65

%

Newport Firm Eurotop OFF+ Pocket Coil Queen Mattress

MATTRESS ONLY

8AM - 10AM

QUEEN MATTRESS

399

$

Reg. 1169.97 NWPORTQM

ALL SIZES

"After Discount"

FOAM ENCASED POCKET COIL

AQUA GEL

Boxspring sold separately.

PLUS DO NOT PAY FOR 18 MONTHS WITH NO INTEREST* Taxes, administration fees, delivery fees, and other fees or charges are due at time of purchase. See back page for details.”

1 DAY ONLY! SATURDAY APRIL 15TH

1 DAY ONLY

HOT BUY!

749

$

1 DAY ONLY

100" Allen Chenille Sofa

5-PC. HOT BUY!

589

$

1 DAY ONLY

Dalton Counter Height, Dining Package

5-Pc. Bridgeport Queen Bedroom Package $959

QUEEN BED HOT BUY!

379

$

5-Pc. includes the table and 4 chairs.

FOR THE FIRST TIME AT THE BRICK

INTRODUCING BEAUTYREST BLACK

50

% OFF

1 DAY ONLY

$

Reg. 3599.97

"After Discount"

Weekend Sale

Easter Holiday Weekend Sale

Continues throughout this weekend!

50

%

SAVE $400 Endeavour 3 Queen Mattress Set Reg. 799.97 ENDVR3QP

QUEEN SET

399

$

ALL FOAM CORE

50

"After Discount"

% SOFAS

Buy More SAVE MORE!

Radiance Firm Queen Mattress Set

QUEEN SET

1799

QUEEN & KING SETS ONLY

UP TO

SAVE $1800

our ticket price on

OFF

+

when you buy the matching loveseat or chair at our ticket price

5 & 6-PC. DINING PACKAGES UP TO

Twin Mattress Set $349 After Discount Reg. 699.97 SAVE $350 ENDVR3TP Full Mattress Set $374 After Discount Reg. 749.97 SAVE $375 ENDVR3FP

UP TO

20

All Sizes - No Exceptions!

TWIN • FULL • QUEEN

%

7 & 8-PC. DINING PACKAGES UP TO

OFF

+

our ticket price on

SECTIONALS, ACCENT CHAIRS, RECLINERS & FUTONS

9-PC. DINING PACKAGES UP TO

20 25 30 %

OFF+

our ticket price

%

OFF+

%

OFF+

our ticket price

OFF+

our ticket price

Excludes discounted, clearance, “Hot Buy” deals, and Buyer’s Best items.

MAJOR APPLIANCES MARKED DOWN!

400 King Street 306-634-7211

SAVING YOU MORE