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Issue 38

Smale appointed new city manager The City of Estevan has turned to a long-time employee of the City of Regina to fill its top administrative position.

Amber Smale was announced as the new city manager at Monday’s regular meeting of council.

Smale has been with the City of Regina for 22 years and most recently held the position of deputy city clerk.

Smale will be officially sworn in at the Feb. 11 council meeting.

Speaking after Monday’s council meeting, Mayor Roy Ludwig said the City was both excited and relieved to fill the position, which has been vacant since early October when Jim Puffalt was dismissed after 12 years.

“We are looking forward to the arrival of the new city manager, and I am sure as well our city treasurer will be relieved that some of his duties will be taken off his shoulders,” said Ludwig in reference to treasurer Jeff Ward, who has been serving as interim manager since Puffalt was fired.

Touching on what it was about Smale that stood out among the field of candidates, Ludwig said council felt that she had the right combination of personality and experience for the position.

We feel that she will fit

on the process that went into finding a new city manager. As they mentioned in the past, the City hired a head-hunting firm that presented them with six to seven strong candidates.

He added the first round of interviews were conducted over Skype and following that they shortened their list to two candidates, who both came to Estevan for in-person interviews.

“From there it was close but we decided fairly quickly. It didn’t take much time (to determine) that Amber was our choice.”

The Mercury was unable to reach Smale before press time. For more on the story see next week’s edition.

While the hiring of Smale closes a chapter for the City, there remains the lingering question of how much it cost the taxpayers of Estevan to dismiss Puffalt.

Due to a confidentiality agreement signed between the City and Puffalt, Ludwig has been unable to comment on the matter.

However, the city manger bylaw that was in place during Puffalt’s tenure indicated that the manager was entitled to one month’s salary for every year in the position. According to past salary information released by the City that would put Puffalt’s payout at roughly

in well in the community … and hopefully bring some fresh ideas from the big city,” Ludwig said. “She’s got a good pedigree, a good educational background and she comes highly recommended. We are looking forward to having her as part of our team.”

Asked about the challenges Smale will have to tackle upon her arrival in February, Ludwig said the City’s current focus is chiseling away at its debt load, which is now in the $40 million range.

“Our budgets are tight, we are continuing to comb through the budget to see what efficiencies we can gain so she will become part of that. We will be looking forward to her experience within the City and having worked with many City departments over her 22 years to perhaps give us a new look on some of the things that maybe we have missed, or some of the new ideas that we can gain (as we) strive to do a better job.”

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Although the numbers may not immediately show it, the 2013 activity report for the Estevan Police Service was highlighted by a number of positive trends.

In an interview with the Mercury Monday, Chief Del Block noted that the overall volume of calls for the EPS was up from 2012. While that could be cause for alarm, Block said a big reason for the increase was the department’s continued focus on traffic offences and that more serious offences, such as break and enter and assault, dropped in 2013.

According to information from the EPS, officers responded to 9,177 calls, which was up from the 8,627 they had in 2012. The number of charges laid also spiked, rising to

4,654 in 2013 from 3,602 the previous year.

As Block noted, traffic offences were up by a large margin in 2013. After handling 2,475 provincial traffic offences in 2012, the EPS dealt with 3,955 in 2013, an increase of 60 per cent. Block said the increase is a direct result of having officers dedicated to a traffic unit over 2013.

“In 2013, we had full-time traffic for the whole year where we had just started it at the tail end of 2012,” said Block. “There is no doubt in my mind that having that full-time traffic section out there and having people dedicated to traffic enforcement is paying off.

“I have also had feedback from

Chief Del Block the public, who have said they have seen a difference in traffic in this town because of the enforcement.

That is the feedback you want to hear.”

Although there was a slight drop in criminal code traffic offences such as driving while suspended and failing to remain at the scene of an accident, there was a sharp increase in traffic bylaw offences.

Most worrisome for the EPS, however, is the continued increase in drunk driving offences. In 2013, there were 226 offences, compared to 98 in 2012.

Block said although part of the increase was because of the department’s continued focus on the issue and other programs, it remains painfully clear that Estevan drivers simply are not getting the message about drunk driving.

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Exhibition group sets sights on growth The Estevan Exhibition Association is seeking some modest growth in 2014, armed with a healthy membership and full slate of directors.

About 40 people attended the Association’s annual general meeting Monday night in the Exhibition Hall to discuss the direction they intend to take for the remainder of the year.

President Dallas Spencer welcomed 14 new or returning directors to the 21-member board, all elected for three-year terms.

The membership agreed to turn some attention to the horse barns on the exhibition grounds.

They said it would be necessary to “spruce up” the barns in time for the 2016 Saskatchewan Summer

Dallas Spencer Games since they will be the parking facilities.

On the financial side expected to play host to of the picture, the Assothe equestrian events.

Spencer later told the ciation reported a slight Mercury there was a de- profit of $2,755 on opsire to fence in the east erations in 2013 with toside of the grounds this tal revenues exceeding summer so that better use $265,000. This was down can be made of that space, from the $300,000 realincluding an expansion of ized in 2012, but it was

noted that a one time, work-in-kind donation of over $82,000 had been included in the 2012 financial statements as opposed to a more typical $300 cash donation record in 2013.

Office manager Glory Knight and director Brenda Noble explained how some sponsorship and donation items as well as several capital works items were included in the individual committee financial breakdowns.

There was some additional discussion concerning rodeo revenues and expenses as they related to sponsorships and capital investments, such as new bleachers.

In total, the rodeo events brought in fresh funds as did the yearly exhibition itself along with

Puffalt named North Battleford city manager Just as the City of Estevan was announcing Amber Smale was its new city manager, it was learned that her predecessor had found new employment.

The City of North Battleford announced through a press release last week that Jim Puffalt has been hired as their new city manager and will begin work on Jan. 27.

“I am very pleased with council’s decision to hire Mr. Puffalt,” North Battleford Mayor Ian Hamilton said in the release. “He has extensive experience within a municipal setting so we are more than confident in his ability to manage.”

The release added that Puffalt has over 30 years of experience as a municipal manager in both Sas-

Jim Puffalt katchewan and Manitoba “North Battleford city council and administration have a great

reputation in the province and I want to add my enthusiasm and energy to theirs,” said Puffalt. “I believe in effective, efficient and customer service based government, strategic planning, public and employee engagement, and the importance of maintaining and developing new relationships with community organizations, our neighbouring municipalities, and local First Nations.”

Puffalt held the position of Estevan city manager for 12 years.

He was dismissed in October after council decided it would like a change in direction. In North Battleford, he replaces Jim Toye who was recently named city manager in Prince Albert.

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a one-day horse show, 4-H shows and sale and domestic competitions during the summer exhibition.

Noble reported the horse show provided 70 classes for their one-day event and that the spectators appreciated the new bleachers. A net income of over $1,100 was realized.

Mary Jacobs provided a breakdown of the domestic displays during the exhibition, which were down slightly, mainly due to the late spring. There was a small financial loss on that front.

Chad Ross provided the 4-H report and later, he and brother Jeremy engaged the membership in a discussion regarding the removal of manure during stock events and ways the costs and odours could be reduced for the benefit of all.

Chad noted the 4-H clubs had painted the cattle barns, replaced some worn boards and oversaw the repair of some power cables on the grounds.

Laura Mantei reported on the rodeo, noting a healthy increase in sponsorships and the fact the stock providers, managers and contestants appreciated the upgrades.

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“We have more police officers out there more often now and we also have the (Report Impaired Drivers) program, which is working, but those are big numbers.

And we know that we are not getting them all; there are still others out there and it’s astounding that people will still take that chance.”

Aside from traffic, there were a number of decreases in 2013. Provincial statutes cases, which include everything from liquor offences to trespass-

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This year’s rodeo will be held Sept. 5 and 6. The 4-H shows and sales will be conducted from July 6 to 8 while the Rumble in the Dirt will be June 14.

The exhibition will again be slated in mid-June.

Spencer noted that exhibition attendance was up in concert with the overall increase in population showing over $68,000 in gate admission and bracelet sales.

Questions regarding the quality of lighting and exhibit tables in the hall that are used by renters, were addressed with the members voting in favour of improving both.

The members also voted in favour of playing host to a privately sponsored junior steer and heifer show on the grounds in mid-May. The new or returning members who were elected to the board of directors, who held an incamera meeting following the AGM were: Graham Collie, Mary Jacobs, Cec Mantei, Laura Mantei, Darwin Dukart, Lindsay Collins, Brenda Noble, Ly a l l Te d f o r d , C a r r i e Spencer, Dallas Spencer, Russ McFarlane, Byron Stepp, Cecile Anderson and Terry Sernick.

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ing, were down by 276; other criminal offences were down by 53; sexual offences declined from 24 to 15 and crimes against the person dropped from 155 to 124.

Other highlights included: • assaults dropped from 162 in 2012 to 132; • theft under $5,000 declined from 277 to 211; • thefts over $5,000 dropped from 38 to 27; • possession of stolen goods went from 26 to 12; • mischief and willful damage cases dropped from 270 to 175 and • break and enters into homes and businesses dropped from 63 to 37.

Block added that charges related to illicit drugs in the city remain a concern. Although trafficking charges were down by 15, possession charges increased from 76 in 2012 to 109 in 2013.

“Crimes against property and persons, it’s nice to see those charges coming down,” Block said. “We were going the wrong way on violent crimes. We were on the high end of the Crime Severity Index but this year we should be dropping off significantly.

“It’s nice to see the decreases. Now will they remain that way? That will tell the tale if they continue to decline or spike again.”

Block said much like traffic, having the proper resources available is a primary reason for the positive trend. He added the slowdown in the oilfield in 2013 was likely a contributing factor.

Looking to the remainder of 2014, Block said the traffic unit will remain in place. The battle against the drug trade will also remain a priority.

“We’ll never eliminate it, but we will try and make it as difficult to operate as we can.”

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By Norm Park Of the Mercury He’s a four-year-old just hoping for a kick-start toward a more normal lifestyle. He wants to do what other typical four-year-olds do. Chase Gallant Kirstein and his family are hoping that an extensive operation in a Toronto hospital next month will help put him there.

Chase has a rare condition commonly referred to as prune belly syndrome, a condition that begins during pregnancy. The fetus’s bladder doesn’t drain, causing stretching and backup into the kidneys, which, in turn, causes other problems.

Chase is the son of Miranda Kirstein, a former Estevanite who was born and raised in the Energy City and who attended Westview School and ECS, played soccer on the local junior teams and worked at Pizza Hut when she wasn’t in school. She said she left school to “pursue a career dream in Ontario” at the age of 16, but soon the realities of life hit and she eventually returned to her home province and set the course for a new family lifestyle.

Chase, the grandson of Bev and Ron Hagel of Estevan, is a pretty eager and cheerful kid, who sometimes tries to use his affliction to gain an advantage on his siblings, Liam who is nine, Ashton six, and Chloe, who is now one. “But they make him work for it,” said his mother with a chuckle.

The operation at the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto will be a tricky one and even getting to that Ontario centre entails a lot of logistical planning since Chase is not able to fly and a train ride won’t accommodate all the supports he requires along the way.

His catheter needs to be replaced every four hours, for one thing, and the risk of infection is always present. An infection would delay the scheduled operation in mid-February. That means a lengthy car ride is in order. Since Chase will be in Toronto for awhile, the family is taking up residency in a small town north of the city and his mother will be staying with him at the hospital while their father Jason will care for the other three.

“The doctors don’t know how long he’ll need to stay after the surgery,” said Miranda. But they do know they expect to perform all the necessary resetting of the internal organs in one major move. Dr. Weckworth from Saskatoon, who has been involved in earlier surgeries with Chase and recognizes the current position of all

“They’re up front about it all, there could be issues, but we have confidence in them and in Chase.”

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Chase (right) with his brothers Liam (left) and Ashton and sister Khloe. his misplaced organs, will be involved in the Toronto operation, much to the relief of family.

“They’re up front about it all, there could be issues, but we have confidence in them and in Chase.

He’ll be going into kindergarten next year, and he just wants to go there as a regular kid. Right now if he even falls, it becomes a problem. So if we can get it so his catheter can be drained regularly and his bladder adjusted, then we can take him anywhere and not have to worry. He can have a normal childhood,” s aid Miranda.

Prune belly is a challenging issue, and Miranda and Jason knew they were in for a challenge when they discovered during her pregnancy that most of the prune belly babies died before birth or shortly after. But she and her baby were given timely attention. Doctors drained the liquid from the baby’s bladder during the pregnancy but when he was born in December of 2009, he had more than a litre of fluid in it, which distended his abdomen.

That must be looked after during the operation as well as the resetting of other organs that were displaced due to the bladder’s enlargement.

At this stage in his development, the bladder is now pulling on Chase’s spine, which is starting to curve. That means on some days he can’t even get out of bed and walking hurts due to the built up pressure and weight plus the fact that his organs are twisted and pulled.

Even with the pain and loss of mobility, Chase has maintained a sunny disposition and has become a bit of a comedian, his mother explained.

The operation will hopefully reduce the bladder’s size, the abdomen will be repaired and a catheter tube hole will be created, which will make that process much easier.

The family faces some major financial pressure.

Jason, the sole breadwinner in the family, will be taking

eight weeks off work to tend to the family. Miranda said she has been told by others, who have had to spend time in Toronto, that the two months in and around that centre will probably come at an expense of at least $15,000.

“We received assistance from the Kinsmen Foundation in the past. We don’t want to have to go to them again. They stepped up the first time. But there is only so much we can do. When we get back, Chase will have to spend another two or three weeks in Saskatoon,” Miranda said.

Chase’s siblings have been pretty protective of him and are making their own sacrifice to go to Ontario to be nearer to him for the weeks he’ll be in Toronto. But they want to be able to return to their Regina home, too.

A family friend, Audrey Webb, who is a local cub and scout leader for older son Liam, organized a rib and steak night fundraiser and is also organizing a bottle drive to help the Gallant-Kirstein family.

Miranda said because the doctors can’t give them a definite time line for their return after the operation, they’re heading to Ontario with a lot of faith that things will turn out.

“Infection is the biggest concern after the operation so we have to expect we’ll be there at least a week after his operation. After we get home, about two months later, we go back to Saskatoon for two or three weeks. Right now we’re full of hope. It’s a life changing moment for this family, but we’re looking at it as a positive life changing experience, not a negative one.”

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Land development managers provide information to public school board

By Norm Park Of The Mercury While Estevan has been on a healthy growth schedule the past four years, city administration and developers have never received any requests for land to be put aside for schools. There has been green space set aside in most projects for parks, but nothing for schools.

The two school divisions that serve the cities of Estevan and Weyburn have been well informed of pending and current developments, but so far neither one has indicated the need to have land set aside for new school construction or major expansions.

But that is not to say the South East Cornerstone School Division isn’t interested in development plans and how the two cities are growing.

To that end, the Cornerstone board invited Estevan’s land development services manager, Rob Denys, to their table on Jan. 16 to discuss the Energy City’s growth and future property developments.

Denys’ Weyburn counterpart, Martino Verhaeghe, director of planning and development, also spoke with trustees about that city’s present and future growth patterns.

In opening the discussion, Cornerstone’s director of education, Marc Casavant, said the trustees could benefit from knowing how many new hous-

ing units were going up in each centre and how that may translate into new students attending schools in each area of the cities.

Denys opened his presentation by showing the trustees the general population growth in Estevan since 1972. The average growth over this total time span has been 1.2 per cent per year while in the past five years, the population growth has been three per cent, or an additional 2,000 people with a total increase in population of 17 per cent.

“It is estimated that Estevan’s daytime population is now between 15,000 and 16,000,” said Denys. The current ‘live in” population is now over 13,000.

If the trend continues, Estevan’s population could reach 15,000 to 17,000 rather rapidly, he suggested.

Speaking about new citizens in the age five to 19 grouping, Denys said there are 2,360 people who would be considered students, in Estevan. He said that age grouping took up 23 per cent of the total population in 2003 and it’s just 18 per cent now. He said the population over the age of 65 is lower in Estevan compared with the provincial average.

Denys said there were 167 new housing units built in 2012 and there would be another 100 or more in the final report for 2013 and that number will likely rise to about 237 on

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Rob Denys average by 2025. He said there will be a minimum of 70 new units every year moving forward. The faster construction pace began in 2009, Denys noted.

“There is still some pent up demand for all types of housing units,” Denys said.

The main growth area in Estevan so far has been on the north side and it has increased to the point that there might be the need to annex more land this year.

A modular home park on the south side of Estevan may also impact school attendance areas, he said.

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ing 110 acres has now completed its fi rst phase of development.

Over the brief but intense construction period, Denys said there have been 663 new household units built and there will be around 719 more within the next five years.

“We have not received any requests for reserved land for a school,” Denys said. But he agreed with some trustees who know the Estevan situation, there is room for possible expansion or new building at or around Pleasantdale School, to accommodate future public school needs on the north side.

In the Trojan subdivision, closer to the centre of the city, Denys said the property managers and construction teams are completing the last phase of a new development.

All these are single family homes with the exception of one multi-family unit for a total of 93 new units. These are families who would generally be sending their students to Spruce Ridge School, another school located in the north side of the city.

The Ridge development plan on the south side, featuring modular homes that will be popular for young families, will see most of their youngsters heading to Hillcrest School. Denys said there will be a total of 460 units built there eventually with 80 units going up in the first phase slated for this year. He said 90 per cent of those early units have already pre-sold, so there will be a lot of young families located in the city’s valley area, which is being developed in concert with a residential plan in the RM of Estevan.

The Meadows, another new mixed unit plan by a private company, is fi nally getting underway with a city services agreement now in place. Denys said a start on this development, also on the city’s north side, is expected this year and it will evolve over the next four years.

This will include some multi-family dwellings with maybe 60 family units in the first phase and up to 1,300 units in total by the time it is completed.

Denys added that it is well documented that if a school is requested in a development area, it is usually well received since a school’s presence increases nearby property values.

In summarizing his presentation, Denys said Estevan should experience steady to heavy growth periods over the next 10 to 12 years and the markets will ultimately decide how many housing units will be built. With the current rate of healthy immigration there will be an expected increase in young families, especially once the rental property squeeze is addressed. He said the situation appears to be easing up lately on that front, but it has been a deterrent for population and business growth. To keep abreast of the demand, Estevan could

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be building 200 new housing units per year.

During his presentation, Verhaeghe said Weyburn has enjoyed a slight advantage on the construction front for the past couple of years, due to Estevan’s tight rental market. He agreed with Denys that businesses can’t grow if the people who are going to be employed by them can’t find housing, or can’t afford what is there.

He added that Weyburn’s cost per square foot on the construction front has given them a significant advantage compared with Estevan.

“Our vacancy rate in Weyburn is pretty tight too, but at least we can offer them something,” he said, noting that Weyburn’s population could increase to 22,000 by 2030 if current growth rates of about two per cent a year, continue. He later admitted that was a pretty optimistic estimate that was based on heavy growth patterns staying intact.

Verhaeghe pointed out there has been little or no overbuilding in either centre. No units are being built on speculation, it’s all been on demand and therefore no residential units are being over evaluated by housing speculators.

Like Estevan, Weyburn has several district developments underway and have had them under development for the past four years. He said 2013 was the slowest year in recent history in terms of residential buildings with 104 units going up, but that could climb to about 200 in the current year.

Weyburn trustee Len Williams, said he could recall a couple of decades back when a building permit report showing just three or four units being built per year as being a pretty typical situation, so having over 100 and considering it to be a lagging year, is still pretty impressive.

“We’ve had builders give us 100 to 180 new doors for the past four years,” said Verhaeghe.

With four or five residential areas under development, the Weyburn growth pattern appears to be as ambitious as Estevan’s.

The trustees noted that with the older Haig School on seven acres of land, soon to close, there will be reserve land available for possible expansion if required in that area of the city.

In thanking the two city planning and development managers for their input, Cornerstone board chairman Harold Laich noted that “it’s important for us to keep an eye on the future, this is vital information.”

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Cornerstone to pursue a new look for senior administration

The trustees representing the South East Cornerstone Public School Division had an opportunity to discuss and debate the topic of what their division’s upper level administration structure will be once proposed changes are made.

To enable the introduction of a deputy director’s position, the number of superintendents may be reduced to two from the current four. The shift would allow the division to continue to support day-to-day supervisory work, with co-ordinators appointed to oversee classroom reviews, allowing the two remaining superintendents to focus more on education ministry plans and to work in the schools in an overall supervisory capacity.

The window of opportunity for a new configuration opened with the impending retirement of two current superintendents.

Estevan trustee Janet Foord, while not speaking against the concept, said the trustees had to look at pay scales and whether or not the new supervisory co-ordinators would be out-of-scope contractors or not.

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tor of education for the division, who made the application for a deputy director, said education systems have used classroom supervisors before, so this would not be a precedentsetting move. He said he felt the appointees would be employees of the public school division.

Foord said legal implications would have to be considered along with pay scale.

Weyburn trustee Len Williams said he saw the proposal as “creative and innovative thinking.”

Another Weyburn area trustee, Bryan Wilson, added “supervision can be an umbrella process.

Teacher supervision is a time consuming task, and if we get co-ordinators to do that and get superintendents to work on the big ticket items, I’m in favour of that.”

Casavant added that while it may be a more minor item to consider, there is also the fact that appointing co-ordinators for class supervision will cut down on administrative travel time and costs.

Trustee Audrey Trombley (Subdivision 5) raised questions of supervision of the supervisors or co-ordinators, as they were often

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referred to, and where that oversight would be.

Foord then added that the job of assessing classroom skills was still very necessary, especially for first and second-year teachers who ask for, and

require assessments, support and ideas from other skilled and experienced educators.

Board chairman Harold Laich said “I see it working well. With some principal oversights, there

will be some additional responsibilities for them, but it can work.”

Moving the division forward with a concrete four-year plan, with additional supports for school principals, and with di-

rectors putting out new sector plans, it can be an advantage, Laich added before calling for support of a motion to approve a plan “in principle.”

There were no dissenting votes.

Eight young musicians from Estevan and Lampman were selected for the University of Regina Honour Band this year. Back, from the left: Stacy Grunert (director); Everett Schwab, Kyle Goulet, Matthew Grunert, and Kyle Whitehead (director). Front: Maddi Ouelette, Michelle Fergusson, Aurora Whitehead and Morgan Jones.

Missing from the photo is Carley Greening.

Estevan, Lampman musicians selected for U of R honour band Eight band students from Estevan and Lampman high schools are heading into Regina this weekend to participate in a weekend of rehearsals that will culminate in a concert finale on Sunday afternoon at 1:30 at the Reidell Centre at the University of Regina.

The southeast band students will be joining 72 other accomplished music students from southern Saskatchewan to form the U of R High School Honour Band.

Band instructors Stacy Grunert and Kyle Whitehead are grooming the Lampman and Estevan students prior to

the rehearsal weekend, preparing them for the event that will allow them to focus on music Friday night and all day Saturday prior to the Sunday concert.

The students include Everett Schwab, Kyle Goulet, Matthew Grunert, Carley Greening, Maddi Ouelette, Michelle Fergusson, Aurora Whitehead and Morgan Jones.

The students were originally nominated for the band by their band teachers/directors.

Band director Grunert said 10 students were originally nominated with eight being accepted for the Regina experience.

January 22, 2014

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A6 EDITORIAL

Build a stronger SK What will Saskatchewan be when it grows up?

We’re at 109 now, which means we are teenagers in country years.

We’re just getting started.

Where we see our province going lately, doesn’t make us feel comfortable.

We did manage to leave the proverbial protective nest provided by the CCF-NDP who were quite eager to tell us what to do, how we were going to do it and when we were going to do it. And maybe, when we were the children of the Canadian confederation, we needed that hovering assistance.

We are growing up under the not-as-protective right wing Sask Party, who are out to prove a point that this province is every bit as good as all the other provinces. We are no longer “just the little guys from little Saskatchewan.”

It seems that the time is ripe for this province’s senior administrations at the political, educational, social and industrial levels to start investing in its people.

We have been pretty well educated in the past and we do have thousands of very talented people who are willing to make us competitive.

But we’re not there yet.

By continuing to place 90 per cent of our time, talent and dollars into commodities and resources, we are cheating ourselves.

Senior governments should surely realize that when the digging and drilling nears an end, we’ll have a whole lot of holes in the ground and nothing to show for it if we don’t start doing something about the future.

We have a background in taking care of one another, yet we are allowing a few very wealthy individuals and corporations to benefit the most from our resources. These are people, for the most part, who don’t even live in Saskatchewan and have no intention of ever living here. Or if they do, it’s only temporary. They show up on occasion because they have a corporate presence here, but they have no intention of sharing the big wealth.

That’s not how to build a proud province.

We need to ensure that our wealth gets spread more equitably, and that means shared with those who deserve it, not just because they happen to live here.

We need to learn how to be competitive. We need to learn how to put our elbows up in the corner. In other words, we no longer need to feel intimidated.

To continue with the hockey metaphor, let’s just say we have always been good team players, but now we have a balanced lineup. Not only do we still have the third and fourth line grinders and penalty killers, we have the talented goal scorers and playmakers who need to be unleashed to do a little fancy corporate stick handling. We see flashes of brilliance in this sector, but we need more and that’s where the business grooming comes in. Unfortunately there aren’t a lot of corporate mentors out there on the Saskatchewan landscape. They’ve been exported along with the resources.

It’s time for Saskatchewan to pay attention and build some cache in our business schools, universities and trade schools. It’s time to groom a generation of brighter lights who know how to build wealth, not just spend it. We need to quit shipping people and profits out of Saskatchewan and we can only do that by making this province a destination point, not a province that’s content to be taken advantage of at the corporate levels.

We’re better than that.

Prairie Perspective MURRAY MANDRYK Murray Mandryk is a political columnist with the Leader Post

Backbenchers must better define their role

There may be something worse than a backbencher who is not sure he or she has a role in a government caucus.

It might be those who have become just a little too comfortable with the subordinate role that now so defines what a government backbencher does in our parliamentary system today.

For all the grief that Melville-born-and-raised Edmonton MP Brent Rathgeber took in 2013 for his less-than-glorious departure from the federal Conservative government caucus, there was something very refreshing about the move.

All too many Conservative government backbenchers, and, frankly, even a number of Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s cabinet members, behave no better than trained seals barking on command. Evidently, Rathgeber concluded that there must be more to public life than that.

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Another Prairie icon about to go bust It’s probably too late to save Fort San. There are a few people who could or should be admonished for allowing this venerable former TB sanitarium to reach its current state of disrepair.

The provincial government had, for a number of years, maintained old Fort Sanity, near Fort Qu’Appelle, as a conference centre and a summer school for the arts. It was a provincial showpiece and well recognized as a centre of excellence for those pursuing artistic and business endeavours. Then they just quit, probably because it wasn’t making any money. Dumping it was seen to be the politically expedient thing to do.

Private developers bought it with the promise to take it to a new level. Unfortunately, that level was downward, and Fort San’s gates have been locked, the former lush lawns are now lush weeds and the main building, outbuildings and dorms are doomed.

It doesn’t appear as if anyone with any money or moxie is racing forward to save it. Sanity deserves better and we’ll regret the fact it wasn’t saved. But such is life in the “live for the moment” political and business landscapes. No heritage genes showing up here.

When Fort San was alive as an art and business centre, it was really alive. I know I had the privilege of spending three weeks there on two separate oc-

Norm Park All Things Considered casions during the summer and still recall these excursions with fondness.

The place groaned with band students of various ages and disciplines; Russian and Ukrainian dancers from Saskatchewan learning from instructors straight from Russia and the Ukraine.

Ballet students were taught by imported teachers from Paris and New York. There were drummers and bagpipers learning from crazy guys named Geordie from Glasgow and clarinet and tuba players taking instructions from cool dudes direct from Birdland while theatrical aspirants caught hints of greatness from movie and theatrical directors from LA, Toronto and Calgary.

We, as a tiny band of writers, did what we do best. We observed and wrote thousands of words. Our only rules in the dorm we shared with the Russian and ballet dancers were no television and no curfew. If we felt like writing, talking or dancing at 3 a.m. we wrote and talked and danced.

In our little world, we picked up great tips from the likes of local authors such as Dave Carpenter and Gary Hyland and Dave Arnason from Manitoba along

And maybe it’s a lesson that Premier Brad Wall’s own Saskatchewan Party backbenchers, who have also developed the belief that they, too, are only there to serve their leader, should also learn.

Of course, like much in our system of parliamentary democracy, it really didn’t start out this way. It sort of evolved … or perhaps in this case, devolved into the system we have today.

In fact, in the British parliamentary system from which our houses in Canada are modelled, the tradition was that it was the caucus who chose the leader.

Today in Canada, it’s the leader who chooses the caucus in that the leader can decide whether or not to sign an MP’s or MLA’s nomination paper. And by picking his cabinet, the leader has massive control over a backbencher’s job prospects, leading to a life of political servitude.

Hopefully, Conservative MP Michael Chong’s Reform Act will be passed in some form so that the inequality between elected backbencher and leader narrows a little.

Even here in Saskatchewan, there was a time in the not so distant past when backbenchers had not only a greater say in political strategy and decision-making but also a bigger role in serving their constituents.

Oddly enough, back in the days when being an MLA was not considered a full-time job (the pay back then reflected that reality), the leader was actually more reliant on his backbenchers for both policy and political input.

But MLAs on the ground listening to the people have been replaced by hired political staff, polling and focus

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with Patrick Lane and Margaret Atwood who weren’t from Sask. I’ll never forget the 4 a.m. polka session I had with Hyland and two Ukrainian teachers and students and one ballet teacher who may have struggled with the English language but knew how to consume wine with aplomb and grace while twirling herself into a fireplace (unlit that night thankfully).

We challenged the band students to a marathon relay race. We were awakened every morning by a trio of obnoxious but funny bagpipers.

We climbed the Qu’Appelle hills to commune with nature, the Molson family and one another on a couple of occasions and we even managed to sort out the intricacies of a co-ed bathroom regime during the first summer, with no embarrassing moments.

The food was good and the artistic vibes were even better.

Fort San attracted all sorts of teachers and students from all over Canada and the globe, and it was a tour de force on that scene for years.

That’s gone now. Nothing has replaced it. Other things are happening on the art fronts now.

Some will call it progress, but I’m not so sure.

Where else could you see Ukrainian dancers trying ballet and ballet dancers and fiddlers trying to write a short story?

Fort San was a good place to be once upon a time.

groups.

And while rural MLAs once had more sway lobbying for schools and hospitals in their ridings or deciding where roads should be built, those decisions have been taken over by civil servants or professional political staffers far more likely to have the leader’s ear than any single MLA. That has made the full-time job of modern MLA as something less than a fulfilling job. Rather than being the bosses of the political staff, such MLAs find themselves carrying out the orders of the political staff … even when it’s sometimes to their own detriment.

Such was the case at a recent Saskatchewan legislative public accounts meeting when government MLAs three times rejected motions from NDP Opposition finance critic Trent Wotherspoon to have one set of budgeting books that conform with accounting principles. It was a reasonable request, given the Provincial Auditor’s condemnation that the 2012-13 books can’t be trusted because it doesn’t reflect the true $580-million deficit that we had.

But to allow even a rather even-handed, non-partisan motion to pass would have been seen, at least by Wall’s political staff, as an indictment of the Sask. Party government.

So rather than do the right thing, which would have been to advocate more transparent and honest financial books, the backbenchers on the committee voted down the idea. What the Premier and his staff wanted was a far bigger priority than what the constituents that elected them might have wanted.

Sadly, all too many backbenchers know their modern day role all too well.

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Excitement surrounds EAGM in coming year

The art gallery will be a busy and bustling centre for the arts in 2014.

Director Amber Andersen, new curator Alli King and educator Karly Garnier are all getting excited for what the year holds. Coming off the successful fall fundraiser and the summer’s Big Bash, the Estevan Art Gallery and Museum will keep the live music coming.

The gallery’s Southern Plains Co-op After Dark series will continue to bring in musical acts from around the province on a monthly basis, often accompanied by local musicians.

Andersen said they plan on once again hosting the Big Bash, a summer music festival, along with the dueling pianos event held last fall.

“Dueling pianos is going to be our big (fundraiser), so the board is taking the energy that came off of that and putting it toward this year’s.

We’ll be doing it again,” said Andersen, who noted they have already booked the same two entertainers. “That

Karly Garnier will be our main feature.”

Andersen said they are always looking for more board members, and encouraged anyone interested on serving on the board to come aboard and bring forward some ideas. They are looking to add to their seven-member board hoping to bring the number to 10 or 12.

The EAGM is welcoming the community into the gallery for a potluck on Thursday evening, as they are introducing King, who began working as curator late last year.

King said many of the

year’s exhibits are set, and she is in the midst of organizing a group show to fill the gallery’s summer stretch.

When it comes to creating art, the gallery has a number of opportunities for everyone to come in and learn how to express themselves through varying mediums.

“We have a little bit for everyone,” said Garnier, pointing to the EAGM’s adult and senior art classes, activities for teens and an expansion to the after school art program, which started last year with students from Hillcrest School.

She said people can see a full schedule of classes on the EAGM website or Facebook page, reminding people who are interested to register, particularly for the

classes that may fill up fast. would definitely offer.” encourage interested people “We’ve tried to inteKing noted they are of- to contact them or become grate more adult stuff in the fering a four-week course in members, whether they are last few years, just because art basics, instructed by Judy looking to instruct or enroll it hasn’t really been done at Swallow. in a class, produce pieces for the gallery before,” noted The after school pro- an exhibit or have a line on Garnier. gram, Garnier noted, will be an enthusiastic local band.

She will instruct some an ongoing class for young “If they want to teach classes, but they will be students. The program is and show and play music, welcoming artists from the funded jointly by Kramer that would be fabulous,” said area to teach. and Enbridge and will in- Andersen with a laugh.

They have also been volve students from around Filling the EAGM curasked to provide more oppor- the city. For that program, rently are two hockey-based tunities for teens to engage the EAGM picks students exhibits by Liz Pead and at the gallery, so the EAGM up directly from school and local photographer Jennifer educator said there will be their parents may then pick Durr, leading up to the Winclasses to look forward to them up after the art lesson ter Olympics, as well as an designed to cater to that age is complete. exhibit on the project space group.

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Gov’t issues measles advisory News that an unimmunized infant with a confirmed case of measles has arrived in Saskatchewan has prompted the provincial government to issue a health advisory.

According to a press release from the province, the infant’s family flew from the Philippines to Vancouver on Jan. 2, and then to Calgary and Regina on Jan. 7.

Passengers who were on the same flights as the family may have been exposed to measles. Those who develop symptoms are encouraged to call their health provider to seek immediate medical advice, particularly if they have not been immunized.

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Werker indicated that the infant is receiving treatment and recovering. The Ministry of Health is working closely with the Public Health Agency of Canada and health officials in B.C. and Alberta to monitor the situation and take necessary action.

Saskatchewan has confirmed one other case of measles since the new year involving a person who had travelled from the Philippines; that case was not infectious during travel. Investigation of exposures that may have occurred within Saskatchewan have been completed by regional health authorities in accordance with disease prevention and control protocols.

Measles is a highly infectious and potentially serious disease that

is easily transmitted through the air. Symptoms include high fever, cough and runny nose, followed by a rash. The rash often starts on the face before spreading to the rest of the body.

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Estevan Police Service to employ Tasers A firm date has not been set, but the Estevan Police Service will be supplying its officers with conducted energy devices in the near future.

Chief Del Block said the provincial government approved the usage of the devices, which are better known as Tasers in January of 2013. A budget request to outfit EPS officers with Tasers was included in the 2014 City budget, and Block said he believes they were approved.

The next step for the EPS is to send an officer to receive training to instruct other officers on how to use Tasers. Once

that is complete, they will be permitted to carry the weapons, something Block estimates could take place in 2014 or early 2015.

Although the officers will be allowed to carry the Tasers once training is complete, Block was quick to note they will not be using them unless the situation is a dire one.

“There isn’t a lot of cases where we would use them because there is such a high threshold before we can use them,” he said. “There isn’t a lot of cases, but if that one case does present itself, and you don’t have that tool, then you have to go to the

next level, which is lethal force.

“There are situations that will occur that are lethal force situations but there are times that

a conducted energy device could be used and you want to have to have that tool.”

Block admitted that he initially wasn’t a fan of adding Tasers to the department, something he chalked up to a lack of knowledge on the matter and the bad press the devices had received.

However, his feelings aside, now that the Saskatchewan Police Commission has approved them for use, the EPS would be open to legal action if they didn’t employ Tasers and then came across a scenario in which the devices would have prevented a potentially lethal situation.

“It becomes a huge liability concern,” he said. “Once it’s an approved use of force in the province, it’s standard.”

Block added the EPS was also required to create a usage policy for its officers. That policy has been approved and will work in concert with the provincial policy.

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SIAST delivers programming to meet industry needs As a polytechnic, SIAST aligns programs and research activities with industry needs. That means the depth of programming – whether it’s apprenticeship training, certificates, diplomas or degrees – prepares graduates to contribute from Day 1 on the job. SIAST’s applied research partnerships with employers, focused on seeking solutions to real-world challenges, draws on faculty expertise and helps students hone their critical-thinking skills.

SIAST president and CEO, Dr. Larry Rosia notes that curriculum is developed with employer input to ensure students acquire a relevant education to equip them with marketable skills.

“By working closely with employers, we design programs to fit their needs and to help them capture new opportunities in Saskatchewan’s evolving economy,” says Dr. Rosia.

In recent years, that approach has led to the development of such programs as the Mining Engineering

Technology diploma and the Business Insurance diploma.

SIAST has been involved with degree programming for more than a decade, but always through partnerships with other institutions. The Bachelor of Psychiatric Nursing program, launched in September, is the first degree offered solely by SIAST. “Graduates of the program will help this province address meeting the needs of an increasingly complex health system,” says Dr. Netha Dyck, SIAST’s dean of Nursing.

SIAST will consider more degrees in the future, focusing on areas of industry where an increased level

of applied learning is needed in industry. Dr. Rosia identifies construction management as a possibility.

“A program in this field would respond to the leadership gap that’s emerging as seasoned supervisors enter retirement,” Dr. Rosia says.

That same keen focus on opportunity and need drives applied research.

Recent and upcoming applied research projects, for instance, include a software solution for managing building energy efficiency, a gas station remediation project with Federated Coop and the University of Saskatchewan, and contamination prevention in the brewery process.

“Everything we do is driven by meeting the needs of two key stakeholder groups: students and employers,” Dr. Rosia says.

“It’s a proven formula for advancing economic development, thereby supporting the Saskatchewan Plan for Growth.”

SIAST currently serves more than 26,000 distinct

tween institutions without repeating course material they have already covered,” he says.

Roan notes the benefits, saying a diploma and a degree contribute favourably to one’s resume.

Students also have the option of applying for credit for prior learning; that is, for knowledge gained in a non-academic setting. They can seek academic credit for the knowledge they obtained through life and work experiences, reducing the time investment required to achieve a credential.

SIAST delivers a full suite of programming, including apprenticeship training, certificates, diplomas and degrees. Curriculum is developed with employer input to ensure students acquire a relevant education that equips them with marketable skills.

Currently SIAST offers 150 programs to choose from. The institution gets top marks from both employers and grads: 98% of employers surveyed say they’d hire a SIAST grad again, and 97% of grads rates programs as good to excellent.

students through campuses in Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, Regina and Saskatoon, and through its extensive network of delivering distance

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In 2013, SIAST was formally accepted as a member of Polytechnics Canada, which includes some of the

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Programs offered by Saskatchewan’s polytechnic, SIAST, focus on real-world learning opportunities for jobs, building on an individual’s prior learning achievements.

SIAST president and CEO Dr. Larry Rosia says that’s a successful combination, describing the SIAST “advantage” as a significant one to meet this province’s educational and workforce needs.

“We know individuals are looking for hands-on learning, small class sizes and job ready skills,” says Dr. Rosia. “SIAST delivers a full range of programming.

Whether it’s apprenticeship training, certificates, diplomas and degrees, curriculum is developed with employer input to ensure students acquire a relevant education that equips them with marketable skills.”

A number of agreements are in place that enables grads to seek transfer credit between post-secondary institutions.

Roan Cooney experienced that flexibility firsthand. As a high school graduate from Saskatoon, he entered SIAST’s Computer Systems Technology (CST) program after he heard its graduates were job-ready.

“This was definitely because of the hands-on approach that SIAST takes,” says Roan.

Following graduation from SIAST, he decided to complement his diploma with a computer science degree from university. With transfer agreements between SIAST and universities, that meant he needed only two years of further courses to complete his degree.

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A plethora of classes offered by Estevan Arts Council The Estevan Arts Council has put out the challenge.

They dare you to try it.

Acrylic painting, jewelry making, scratch art or pottery — the Arts Council is offering everyone a class to help them forge through the rest of the winter.

Beginning in February and running through to the end of April, the Arts Council says they are the place to expand individual creativity while learning new skills.

The winter sessions begin Feb. 1 with a pair of pottery classes. Darlene Martin, an avid potter, will be teaching a parent and child pottery class in the morning, and

a children’s clay class in the afternoon. This is an opportune time for parents and children to explore and create.

There are several other classes on being offerd in February.

Ramona Timar will be teaching a four-week beginners class in beading on each Tuesday from Feb. 4 to 25. This is a good time to learn how to make a necklace, bracelet and earrings from various beads, findings and closures.

On Feb. 14 and 15, instructor Judy Swallow will be teaching an acrylic painting class and on Feb. 22, Martin will be back to instruct an adult pottery class.

On March 1 and 2, Cheryl

Andrist takes her turn as an instructor at a workshop on scratch art.

March 8, 9 and 15 will see classes on throwing pots on wheels on the pottery side of creativity.

The March Break Art Action

Camp is back on from March 25 to 27 with invitations going out to children between the ages of six and 12 spending a day with the Estevan Arts Council. This class usually fills up quickly, so early registration is encouraged.

Gloria Johnson will be instructing a silverware jewelry workshop on April 12 and 13.

Here the attendees will create a statement with handcrafted silverware jewelry created from vintage forks, spoons and knives.

The final class for the winter session is in April and will have the class creating a hand-built teapot. Working with instructor Martin, participants will be build-

ing a unique and usable teapot of their own creation.

All classes will be held in the art room next to the Estevan Arts Council office in the leisure centre.

Full details about all classes are available in the Estevan Arts Council’s winter brochure.

Those who are interested in the classes may also visit the council on Facebook or check for details on their website at www. esevanartscouncil.com More information may also be gleaned by simply phoning the council office at 306-634-3942 or by e-mail at estevanartscouncil@ sasktel.net

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EAGM displaying Canadian art at its most Canadian In anticipation of the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, the Estevan Art Gallery and Museum is presenting the city’s art goers with the artistic side of sport.

Opening on Jan. 16 in Gallery 1 was Liz Pead’s Breaking the Ice, which features the Canadian artist’s signature use of used and recycled hockey equipment to depict sweeping landscapes and vistas.

The pieces in the gallery reflect wilderness works of the Group of Seven as well as dramatic events in Canada’s history. At the EAGM, Pead displays Louis Riel’s surrender at Batoche and a colourful depiction of the wreckage of the plane crash site, which claimed the life of Bill Barilko, a member of the Toronto Maple Leafs in the 1940s and 50s.

These scenes are all meticulously crafted with what Pead calls “truly Canadian material:” hockey equipment.

“I wanted to learn how to paint like Tom Thomson, and I wanted to learn how to paint like Gordon Harrison. I worked really hard and I got kind of close, but then I got to a point when I had to develop my own body of work, and I wanted to find a truly Canadian material to make it from, and I landed on hockey gear,” she Pead while attending the EAGM last week.

Pead is a native of New Brunswick but now lives in Toronto where she plays hockey in a recreational womens’ league when she isn’t producing art with old equipment.

“Finding a truly Canadian material to make my large-scale installation painting works led me to broken hockey gear. Not only abundant in arena garbage cans all across this great nation – diverting hockey gear from the ignoble landfill to landscape art satisfies my vague Canadian sense of environmental guilt,” Pead writes in her blog. “Putting up trees made from the broken bits of hockey sticks is not without a good dose of Canadian self-deprecating humour. That we read them

Ontario artist Liz Pead instructs a pair of Estevan Bruins during an art tutorial where the artist led the group of hockey players through creating sculptures with hockey equipment. as trees first and recycled gear later plays the joke on us.”

Pead said she was inspired by Barilko’s story.

He was the Maple Leaf who scored a game-winning goal to win the Leafs a Stanley Cup in 1951, only to disappear that summer.

The site of the crash wasn’t found, and what happened to Barilko wasn’t known until 1962, a month after the Maple Leafs won the Stanley Cup for the first time since Barilko’s hallowed goal.

“The curse was lifted and all was well in Maple Leaf land after that,” Pead said. “For me, that was an intersection of landscape and hockey in a very interesting way.”

Another piece in the exhibit bares a similar

combination of quiet landscape and tragedy, as she depicts the death of Tom Thomson, a Canadian painter who died in 1917.

“This is the site in Canoe Lake in Algonquin, Ontario, where he drowned mysteriously,” she said referring to another collection of colourful hockey equipment. “They found his canoe a few days later, and there’s a lot of mystery surrounding his death.

Where was he buried?

Did somebody kill him?

Nobody knows.”

The Louis Riel piece is one of her newest creations and was inspired by a graphic novel by Chester Brown.

Her piece includes a

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lot of snow, made entirely of sweat-stained pads.

“The effects of sweat,

the effects of hockey, that’s what it did to that equipment. I think that’s kind of cool to get that variation,” she said of the snow-covered landscape.

Pead has a background in textiles and that played a big role in her use of equipment to create what she still considers to be painting. “ F o r m a n y, m a n y years people said ‘Oh no, no, no, you’re doing textile art.’ No, it’s a painting,” she said. “It’s very much in the language of painting, but at the same time, I want it to be fun and accessible.”

Pead also has some experience in Iceland, having spent time in the country on a number of occasions. She noted a Russian man there is helping

to revitalize the womens’ hockey program in and when she mentioned her hockey-equipment based art, he lit up and wanted pieces for all the arenas in Iceland he was involved with.

Her pieces are to remain on display in a number of Icelandic arenas.

A group of players from the CanElson Drilling Estevan Bruins junior A team received a lesson from Pead in sculpting last week, just prior to the exhibits opening. Donning a referee’s jersey, Pead oversaw the hockey players’ projects as they sculpted trees from her medium of choice, used hockey equipment.

The exhibit runs until Feb. 28.

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January 22, 2014

WEDNESDAY

“The board is focused on setting direction and setting more broaderbased objectives than the day-to-day operations.”

– Michel Cyrenne

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Chamber of Commerce seeking board members The Estevan Chamber of Commerce is seeking a few good men and women to serve on its board of directors for the next two years.

Entering 2014, the chamber has just seven members serving on its board. Nominations are currently open for the five vacant spots on the board.

Executive director Michel Cyrenne said they would like to reach the maximum of 12 members for the upcoming year but are required to add one more member under their current bylaws.

“If you get close to that 12, it’s nice in terms

Michel Cyrenne of getting more people that are able to assist on events or projects, although our board is primarily a policyrelated board,” he said. “The board is focused on setting

direction and setting more broader-based objectives than the day-to-day operations. But the more we have on the board … different people bring different perspectives.”

Cyrenne added they are also trying to create a diverse board with members from throughout the entire

business spectrum. They are currently seeking someone from the oil and gas industry as well as people from the legal, retail and restaurant/ hospitality sectors.

“It brings a different viewpoint, it brings a different perspective, even just different connections within the community,” Cyrenne

SaskJobs numbers grew in 2013

With the provincial economy continuing to clip along at a strong pace, interest in Saskjobs remained strong in 2013.

According to a government press release, the 16,019 monthly average job postings advertised on the website in 2013 reflected an increase of 5.6 per cent (852) compared to the monthly average of job postings in 2012.

“Saskatchewan’s diversified and opportunity-rich economy is sustaining a highly active job market for our people and businesses,” Economy Minister Bill Boyd said. “With the lowest unemployment rate in Canada throughout 2013 along with our province’s highest annual job creation growth on record, we have a lot to offer, and the web traffic at SaskJobs.ca certainly reflects this.”

Visits to Saskjobs.ca were up 9.8 per

cent (1,124,071) year-over-year to reach 12,583,669. Notable increases in traffic sources were the Philippines (138.6 per cent), United Arab Emirates (65.0 per cent), Alberta (38.7 per cent), Quebec (28.7 per cent), United States (22.9 per cent), British Columbia (12.8 per cent), and Prince Edward Island (11.1 per cent).

A significant proportion (79 per cent) of the 2013 vacancies required at least high school diploma, and 44 per cent of job vacancies are oriented toward higher skill levels requiring at least some postsecondary education or management experience.

Locally, the Estevan region remained a busy spot, sitting behind only Saskatoon and Regina for much of 2013.

As of Monday there 830 job vacancies in the area, the bulk of them in the sales and service sector.

said. “We are always looking for support from the business community, so when you have those different perspectives and different connections it really helps us out in terms of developing policy and setting our direction.”

Cyrenne said the term for members is two years and noted they meet once a month at 7 a.m. on the second Wednesday of each month — with the exception of July and August — for roughly 90 minutes at a time.

Outside of the meetings, there are a couple of other committees that members can join.

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The deadline for nominations is Jan. 31.

Along with seeking some new board members, the chamber is continuing to work on organizing the first Estevan Energy Expo.

Scheduled for June 11 to 13 at Affinity Place, the expo is a celebration of all facets of the local energy industry. Cyrenne said much of the event is in place, and he will soon be hitting the pavement to sell sponsorships and getting exhibitors registered.

“The big thing right now is the sponsorship,” he said. “We need to get some sponsors on board.”

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For the second time in recent weeks, CBSA officers seized a cache of weapons at the Portal border crossing.

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For the second time in recent weeks, a U.S. resident has been caught trying to smuggle firearms into Canada through the Portal border crossing.

Jeffery Leo Webster of Soldotna, Alaska was arrested Jan. 10 when Canadian Border Services Agency officers searched

his vehicle and found two handguns, three long rifles and two replica handguns.

Webster, 55, appeared in court on Jan. 13 in Regina and pleaded guilty to smuggling under the Customs Act. He received a sentence of four days time served and was fined $6,000.

In a press release from the CBSA they noted this was the second significant seizure in recent weeks for CBSA officers at Portal.

Derrick Alonzo Cash Jr. faces similar charges for a December 31 incident. His next court appearance was January 20.

The CBSA added that

travellers are required to declare all goods they are bringing into Canada, including any firearms and weapons in their possession. Failure to declare goods, including firearms, and other Customs Act violations may lead to prosecution in a court of law.

The Village of Torquay has received some funding for renovations to its hockey rink.

In a recent press release it was announced that the federal government, through its Community Infrastructure Fund, had provided just over $20,000 for improvements to the arena ice plant.

Overall, the government has provided over $45,000 for improvements at the rink.

Mayor Micheal Strachan said the funding is critical for communities like Torquay that struggles to meet operational and maintenance costs.

“Major renovations like these are out of reach without significant fundraising efforts and investments from senior levels of government,” Strachan said.

Souris-Moose Mountain MP Ed Komarnicki added that the “government’s investments in community infrastructure are helping to create jobs and boost economic activity that results in modern, safe and accessible community facilities.”

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2A3-3-3B10-34-3-1 00L Manor Hz...................................................................................................................

2D16-26-2D8-36-7-1 CPEC Viewfield Hz .........................................................................................................3C5-28-2D8-28-7-10 CPEC Pinto Hz......................................................................................................................4D16-6-3A1-6-2-3 Red Beds Gainsborough Hz .......................................................................................

4A16-14-3A14-13-2-30 LTS Viewfiled Hz .............................................................................................................4B4-22-1C13-16-10-9 Kingland Auburnton Hz .....................................................................................................4D16-1-2C15-1-6-2 CPEC Viewfield Hz ..............................................................................................................1A4-64A4-31-8-10 Petrex et al Queensdale W Hz ........................................................................................3D8-27-2B11-27-6-2 LTS Viewfield Hz .................................................................................................................2B3-12-3B3-1-9-10

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14A137 CPEC Flat Lake Hz .............................................................................................................8A2-10-3A2-3-1-16 14A143 Elkhorn Northgate Hz ..................................................................................................... 4D13-19-1D13-30-1-2 12K076 ............................................. CPEC Viewfield Hz ...........................................6C12-2-4C12-3-8-9 14A140 Advance #4 V40C Pinto Hz..................................................................................................................

4C4-32-1C13-32-2-4 12E169 ......................................................V40C Tableland Hz .........................................1A1-14-4D16-2-1-11 14A146 DZ #1 CPEC Viewfield Hz .............................................................................................................2B4-3-1C13-3-10-8 14A148 Husky Oungre East Hz........................................................................................................4A2-11-4B2-2-1-12 14A145 CPEC Flat Lake Hz .........................................................................................................2A2-13-2D15-13-1-16 14A157 RROI Ryerson Hz ............................................................................................................

Tundra Ryerson Hz ...............................................................................................................4A8-1-4A5-1-9-30 13B039 4B1-24-2D1-13-7-30 4C12-31-4C4-31-8-31 14A164 Shooting Star Fairlight Renegade Mair Hz .........................................................................................................

12L261 ......................................................................................................................1-20-11-30 14A161 Questerre et al Ryerson Hz Renegade et al Queensdale E Hz.......................................................................................8B1-27-3A9-22-6-1 13B239 .............................................................................................. 3B4-32-3A4-31-8-30 14A166 VOC Redvers .......................................................................................................................................6-8-7-31 Midale Willmar Hz ................................................................................................................ 4C1-5-4C1-32-4-2 12B395 14A160 PBEN Moosomin V40C Pinto Hz....................................................................................................................

2D1-30-1C3-30-2-4 12K341 ............................................................................................................................13-31-13-31 14A156 Epping et al Bellegarde SWD Triland Wordsworth Hz......................................................................................................1A9-35-3A11-36-6-5 11K442 ............................................................................................................3-15-6-31 14A169 Highrock Lightning ..............................................................................................................................3-8-8-32 CPEC Viewfield Hz .............................................................................................................2A3-3-1C14-3-10-8 12K234 14A196 Mosaic K2 Esterhazy 6 WSW .......................................................................................................12-26-19-32 Kinwest 08 Alameda Hz ....................................................................................................1A11-17-4A3-17-4-2 11B210 14A183 Elkhorn North Portal Hz ................................................................................................... 6D13-3-1C13-10-1-4 14A187 Elkhorn Pinto Hz ...............................................................................................................6B11-25-2B3-25-1-4 14A202 Midale Steelman Hz ............................................................................................................3A4-24-3A1-24-4-4 14A195 CPEC Viewfield Hz ...........................................................................................................5B4-22-3A4-15-10-9 14A238 Red Beds Gainsborough Hz ..............................................................................................1C13-12-4B11-2-30 14A239 Remoco South ..................................................................................................................................9-15-8-33 14A221 CPEC Glen Ewen N Hz...................................................................................................4C14-34-1A11-34-3-1 14A226 CPEC Glen Ewen N 2Hz.....................................................................................................1B4-3-1B12-34-3-1 14A213 CPEC Weir Hill 2Hz ........................................................................................................... 6D13-34-2D5-3-6-6 14A233 CPEC Viewfield Hz .......................................................................................................... 3C4-23-2C4-22-10-8 14A247 CPEC Viewfield Hz ................................................................................................................ 6C5-2-4C5-3-8-9 14A225 LTS Viewfield Hz ...........................................................................................................4B16-25-2D16-30-10-9 14A246 CPEC Viewfield Hz ...........................................................................................................2B5-36-2A8-36-7-10 14A237 Longview Midale Hz ......................................................................................................8D14-11-4B12-11-7-11 14A236 Longview Midale Hz ....................................................................................................... 4D14-11-2D8-14-7-11 14A227 CPEC Oungre Hz ............................................................................................................. 3D16-6-2D16-7-1-10 14A240 CPEC Oungre Hz ..................................................................................................................2A2-9-2A2-4-1-13 14A223 CPEC Oungre Hz ................................................................................................................1B2-16-4B2-9-1-13 14A234 CPEC Oungre Hz ........................................................................................................... 3D14-2-2D14-11-1-13 14A235 CPEC Oungre Hz ........................................................................................................... 3D16-7-1C16-18-1-13 14A216 Arc Skinner LK Hz ............................................................................................................ 7C7-24-1C5-19-4-17 14A212 Arc Skinner LK 2 Hz ..........................................................................................................2C7-24-4B4-24-4-17 14A214 Arc Skinner Lk Hz ............................................................................................................ 3C7-24-1C5-24-4-18

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Canelson #22 ...........................................RROI Fertile Hz ................................................ 2A3-154B3-10-6-30 Trinidad #14 .................................... Red Beds et al Winmore Hz........................................ 4B7-7-1B7-12-2-31 Betts #3 ...............................................Highrock Lightning Hz ............................................8C15-5-1C7-8-8-32 Hillsdale 8 ..............................................Hillsdale Rocanville ........................................................... 11-3-16-31 Ensign #640 ...............................................LTS Fertile Hz ................................................ 5C5-17-1A12-8-6-30 Precision #149 ..................................Arc Queensdale East 2Hz ....................................... 2D8-21-4B16-21-6-1 Betts #2 .................................................Wyatt Northgate Hz ..........................................4D16-22-1D15-27-1-2 Betts#1 ................................................ Elkhorn Northgate Hz........................................... 1A2-28-4D13-28-1-2 Alliance #1 ........................................Spectrum et al Openshaw ........................................................ 13-13-2-3 Stampede #1 ..................................... Fire Sky Dalesboro Hz .......................................... 1C12-18-4B4-18-6-3 Stampede #2 ........................................Legacy Steelman Hz .........................................1C13-13-1C13-14-4-4 Red Dog #3 ...................................... Elkhorn Northgate VU Hz.......................................... 6D5-12-4B12-1-1-3 Canelson #14 .................................... Longview Pinto East Hz ........................................... 3A8-21-3A1-16-2-3 Ensign #651 ......................................... Legacy Pinto East Hz............................................... 4B4-16-4B4-9-2-3 Advance #1 ............................................Midale Seelman Hz .............................................. 7A1-35-3A1-26-4-4

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4A12-24-4A4-24-7-4 10G299 CPEC Wawota ................................................................................................................................8-13-12-33 13L111 Vortex #1 ................................................. Legacy Pinto Hz ............................................3C13-15-1C13-22-1-5 12D331 Mosaic K1 Esterhazy 1 WSW .......................................................................................................

15-13-20-33 13K096 Canelson #16 ........................................CPEC Taylorton Hz ........................................... 4B16-10-4C4-10-2-6 13B037 KRC Cantal South DD ..................................................................................................4D16-18-2D16-18-5-33 13L194 Ensign #603 ............................................LTS Viewfield 2Hz ..........................................

4B13-36-1C13-35-9-7 12J237 Phase et al Manor .............................................................................................................................10-11-8-1 13K275 Lasso #1 ................................................. Aldon Bryant 2Hz ............................................. 2B5-22-4C13-22-5-7 11J193 Triwest Alameda East SWD ................................................................................................................16-9-4-2 13K156 Ensign #634 ..........................................LTS Benson East Hz .......................................... 3B12-27-4D6-22-5-7 11H433 Kinwest 08 Alameda .........................................................................................................................11-28-3-3 13K380 Precision #381 ....................................... CPEC Viewfield Hz ............................................. 1A9-11-4C5-11-8-7 13C125 CPEC Viewfield Hz ..................................................................................................... 7D15-29-3D15-32-10-6 13B068 Alliance #4 ....................................... Fire Sky Macoun North Hz ........................................3C5-29-4C8-29-4-8 12G154 Silver Spur Viewfield Hz ...................................................................................................... 4C13-3-4B4-3-7-7 13L112 Precision #120 ....................................... CPEC Viewfield Hz ................................................. 4A1-5-3A1-4-8-8 13B299 CPEC Viewfield Hz ....................................................................................................... 3D16-23-2D16-26-9-8 13J357 Precision #380 ....................................... CPEC Viewfield Hz ................................................. 2B5-3-1B5-4-9-8 13B127 CPEC Veiwfield Hz ............................................................................................................1D1-24-2D1-19-8-8 13J067 Canelson #11 ...................................Canera N Handsworth Hz ..................................6D13-31-1D14-36-10-8 12E307 CPEC Viewfield .................................................................................................................3C4-12-3D1-12-9-9 13L215 Red Dog #1 ......................................... Longview Macoun Hz........................................4C10-24-1C12-24-4-9 13C062 CPEC Viewfield ..............................................................................................................2C12-19-1C16-24-8-9 13J002 Casa #19 ............................................Flagstone Macoun 2Hz ..........................................6C4-30-4C2-25-4-9 12C096 CPEC Viewfield WSW .........................................................................................................................9-10-8-9 13K371 Alliance #5 ............................................. CPEC Viewfield Hz ......................................... 2B12-13-1B12-14-7-9 12J173 CVE Weyburn .................................................................................................................................15-26-6-12 13L167 Red Dog #4 ........................................... CPEC Viewfield Hz ......................................... 6B13-34-2A16-34-8-9 13A034 CPEC Hoffer Hz .................................................................................................................3A4-14-4B4-2-1-13 13K370 Precision #156 ...................................... Legacy Viewfield Hz...............................................2D9-12-3D9-7-9-9 13A116 CVE Weyburn ..................................................................................................................................8-18-6-13 13K388 Canelson #21 ........................................ CPEC Viewfield Hz ........................................... 2B4-36-2A1-36-7-10 12J008 CVE Weyburn ...............................................................................................................................12-30T-6-13 13L113 Crusader #2 ........................................... CPEC Viewfield Hz .......................................4C14-10-1C14-15-9-10 10B263 Arc Tribune ......................................................................................................................................15-32-3-14 13L159 Canelson #23 ...........................................

CPEC Torquay ..........................................................3C13-19-2-11 12A364 Rio Tinto Sedley ..............................................................................................................................4-20-14-16 13L046 Panther #3 .............................................. Husky Oungre Hz............................................... 1A4-10-4B3-3-1-12 12B199 Sparton Ceylon ...............................................................................................................................16-29-6-18 13K404 Canelson #26 ........................................

CPEC Viewfield Hz ...........................................2C5-31-4C5-36-6-11 13C033 Epsilon Ceylon Hz .........................................................................................................

4C6-31-1C14-36-6-19 13K123 Alliance #3 ..............................................

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Case of pipe bomb at border comes to close

Under some unusual circumstances, the judge presiding over Estevan provincial court matters on Monday, agreed to spare a young man a criminal record after he pleaded guilty to possessing an explosive device.

Twenty-one-year-old Derek Formosa was arrested at the North Portal port of entry on Aug. 4, 2013 when a pipe bomb was found among the belongings in his vehicle. Formosa was moving from Ontario to Alberta and drove through the United States on his way west.

The pipe bomb was his own creation, a crude device made from a one-inch diameter and 18-inch long copper pipe, stuffed with sparklers, sealed with tape on either end with a fuse hanging from one side.

A charge of making an explosive device was stayed

by Crown prosecutor Andrew Davis due to the age at which Formosa is suspected of building the bomb. Neither the Crown nor defence pinpointed exactly when Formosa built the device, but it was estimated that he was 10 or 11 years old, too young to be held criminally liable under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, which is used to charge minors over the age of 12.

Davis called the proposed sentence, which the Crown and defence agreed to submit to the judge, an “unusual disposition for this type of offence.” After crossing an international border with a pipe bomb, the Crown suggested a conditional discharge that would leave Formosa without a criminal record would be sufficient.

After building the pipe bomb as a young boy, he was too scared to detonate it himself, so he stowed it away in his parents’ house. He mostly forgot about it until his parents decided to move. He retrieved it from the house and then never found an appropriate time or place to dispose of it.

When he packed up his belongings to move to Alberta, he forgot the device was among his possessions, and he crossed into America with no trouble when the device avoided detection. When Formosa arrived at the Canadian border, however, it was found by Canadian Border Service agents.

The device was taken very seriously and a portion of the port’s building was evacuated.

After he explained himself to the RCMP, the investi-

gating officer didn’t feel the young man posed a threat or had any malicious intentions, even crediting Formosa at the time in an interview with media, saying it was good he didn’t just toss the device into the trash, which could have then been found by someone else.

Formosa’s lawyer, Darren Kraushaar, noted his client was also lucky it wasn’t found when he entered the U.S. “He made it through the U.S. border. If he hadn’t, I don’t know where he would be today,” Kraushaar said.

He told the judge the entire situation has been blown out of proportion, as national media outlets latched onto the story of the man who attempted to enter Canada with a pipe bomb.

Judge Karl Bazin accepted the joint submission outlining a 12-month conditional discharge, calling the case an “ill-thought out idea as a result of something you did early on.”

As part of the conditions, Formosa must complete 75 community service hours and is prohibited from possessing weapons for the duration of the order.

A few liquor-fueled fights to defuse, all in a day’s work for EPS A couple of altercations that turned out to be relatively minor in nature were the subject of police attention on the night of Jan. 16.

Estevan Police Service (EPS) members said they were called out twice to a local lounge to respond to fights in progress. The first event saw the combatants being sent on separate ways and police noted that all the participants co-operated with them, and no further action was deemed necessary.

While on patrol near the same lounge about an hour later, EPS members spotted another fight starting outside the establishment. A man who instigated the incident was sent on his way after being warned by police.

On that same evening shift, EPS members charged a 53-year-old man with driving while suspended. He now has a March 12 court date. Another driver was handed a 24-hour driving suspension following a roadside breathalyzer test.

Later that same night, police located an extremely intoxicated man in the central part of the city. He was transported to a local residence and placed in the care of a friend.

Shortly after that incident, EPS members were called to a local restaurant where an intoxicated man had entered and then did not leave. A sober friend was located and attended to the scene and took care of the inebriated subject, so no further policing action was required.

During the Jan. 17 day shift, EPS members responded to four separate alarm calls that were all registered as false. They also responded to two hit-and-run collisions that were placed under investigation. They reported they were quickly able to identify the owner/operator of one of the offending vehicles.

Police also opened a file on a theft that had taken place at a local business the night before.

On the night of Jan. 17, police had a busy time simply responding to false alarm calls as well as providing response to a call from a local lounge regarding a disturbance in their parking lot. Several females were engaged in an argument and one of them was arrested for being intoxicated in public and was lodged in cells for the evening.

Police also responded to several more RID (report intoxicated drivers) calls during the night. In all instances, the vehicles were located, and the drivers were checked for sobriety, and no further action was required.

On the evening of Jan. 18, EPS members received another RID call regarding a semi-tractor-trailer entering the city. They were able to intercept the unit just outside city limits and followed it part way through the city with their emergency lights and sirens activated. The driver of the semi showed extreme levels of intoxication and did not supply a sample of his breath for analysis, so he was charged accordingly as well as being charged for impaired driving. It was noted that the driver was also driving in contravention of earlier court-ordered conditions to abstain from consuming alcohol, so that charge was added to the list.

An intoxicated person near the railroad tracks was the next subject of interest for police on the night of Jan. 18. The man had been spotted on the west side of the city, was picked up by police and transported to hospital, where he was held under observation while his core temperature was brought back to normal. After that was achieved, he was taken into custody and lodged in cells after being charged for being intoxicated in public.

Police were called out to the scene of a community fundraising event on the night of Jan. 18 in response to a call regarding a victim who had been punched and another who had the window of his vehicle knocked out.

EPS investigators learned that the owner of the vehicle with the broken window would be satisfied with compensation to repair the windshield, while the person who had been punched did not wish to proceed with charges.

While police were still on the scene at the fundraiser, another person at the affair who had been punched in the mouth earlier noted that he had several broken teeth.

While talking with the victim, he turned belligerent and refused to co-operate any further with police, who attempted to explain to him that they required a statement from him before they could begin an investigation into the incident. The subject continued his rude remarks

and after giving the police a one-finger salute, explained where they could go and how to get there. At that point EPS members postponed their investigation after explaining to him that if he changed his mind they would be pleased to help him out.

Shortly after that incident, police said they made special note of the work being performed by cab drivers that evening as they shuttled passengers to and from the event. They said having fewer people standing around waiting for rides, made their policing work much easier.

On that same night, EPS members responded to a call from a residence in the north central part of the city to remove an intoxicated woman from the premises.

They also responded to two noisy party calls where they warned the homeowners about the city’s noise bylaw.

On the night of Jan. 20, EPS members were asked to check on the fixtures inside a city-owned building in a park on the north central side of the city. There had been damage done and a 13-year-old youth was identified as probably being responsible for the damage. The youth was spoken to by police about his apparent actions, and the matter remains under investigation.

The next call on Jan. 20 was to a northeast residence where a man was refusing to leave the property and causing a disturbance. The matter was resolved without further action required by police after they spoke to the man.

A noise complaint led to police action that same night. The call came from the north central area of the city. The tenant occupying a suite in the residence was warned about the city’s noise bylaw.

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SOUNDING OFF “It’s a blatant attempt to injure. He obviously identifies who he’s up against, and there’s no point in making a hit at that stage of the game or after the game.”

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“Coming out of the A event is always a little more comfortable, knowing you have a couple of lives left to get there, you can lose a game.”

— Estevan skip Brent Gedak on his team qualifying for the provincial Tankard out of the A side at the southern playdowns on the weekend.

Bruins left winger Wyatt Garagan skates the puck over the blue line with Weyburn Red Wings forward Brian Farkas in pursuit during the third period of Friday’s 3-2 loss.

Red Wings edge Bruins on late goal A late goal from Ty McLean vaulted the Weyburn Red Wings to a 3-2 victory over the CanElson Drilling Estevan Bruins on Friday, but that wasn’t the only thing the home side was upset about after the final buzzer.

Tempers flared on both clubs after Weyburn’s Jon Brumwell hit SJHL leading scorer Austin Daae from behind just as the game ended.

Brumwell was suspended for two games for the hit, which did not draw a penalty. Daae injured his shoulder on the play but was considered a game time decision for Tuesday’s contest against Notre Dame.

Bruins head coach and general manager Chris Lewgood was not impressed with the hit.

“It’s a blatant attempt to injure.

(Brumwell) obviously identifies who he’s up against, and there’s no point in making a hit at that stage of the game or after the game. He comes high on him, from behind, head into the boards, it’s an attempt to injure.”

Bruins winger Wyatt Garagan, who scored what was then the tying goal in the third period, also expressed his displeasure with the hit, calling it “garbage” and suggesting Brumwell should have been given a five-game suspension.

“You really want to jump over the boards and grab the guy. I was kinda holding (Connor) McKenzie back there at the end. It’s hard to watch that and not do anything about it and (seeing) the ref not make a call.”

McLean’s winner came with three minutes left, as he buried a backhand behind Bruins backstop Matt Gibney after the puck took a bizarre bounce off a stanchion.

The goal came less than two minutes after Garagan had tied the game.

“I said to the guys after the game,

as unlucky as that is, we should not have been in that situation. That’s not the effort we need. We should have been well ahead in this game at that point,” said Lewgood.

There were some unusual circumstances surrounding Garagan’s marker.

He fired a shot from the half-boards, which appeared to enter the net and ricochet back out. While Garagan and his teammates celebrated, the play continued and the Red Wings got a scoring chance at the other end.

The play was finally whistled down and Garagan’s shot was ruled a goal.

“I was pretty scared. I was hoping I wasn’t going to get screwed over. I’m glad (defencemen Zach Douglas and David Robertson) held it together and rushed back while all three of us forwards were celebrating in the corner,” Garagan laughed.

Brumwell opened the scoring six minutes into the game, taking a feed in the slot and finishing with a backhand.

Bruins rookie Chris Thorimbert tied it two minutes later with his second SJHL goal, beating Weyburn goalie Rylan Parenteau with a wrist shot from just inside the blue line.

Wings forward Shain Scheschuk gave his team the lead again midway through the second period on a slapper from the high slot.

Lewgood said the outcome likely would have been different had the Bruins buried more of their chances.

“We had a lot of missed chances, and we didn’t create enough on our own. You gotta make your own breaks and bury your opportunities. It’s starting to sound old when we say missed chances cost us the game. We’ve gotta start finishing off some of those.

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A pair of defence prospects, 17-year-old Josh Rieger and 16-yearold Jake Tesarowski, filled in on Friday with the Bruins continuing to have only four healthy rearguards.

“I thought those guys played really well, stepping into an unfamiliar environment, and they did at least their share.”

The Wings outshot the Bruins 31-27.

Daae was not the only injured Bruin on Friday, as veteran defenceman Nick Egan left the game in the first period after taking a hit from Red Wings forward Donavon Lumb. He returned briefly, only to leave the game for good.

Lewgood said Egan’s injury won’t keep him out long.

Meanwhile, the Bruins saw their six-game winning streak come to an end on Jan. 14 in a 4-3 shootout loss to the Melville Millionaires.

Estevan defenceman Nolan Nicholas tied the game in dramatic fashion with eight seconds left, scoring from the high slot, but Melville’s Lane Harbor won the game in the eighth round of the shootout.

Colin Mospanchuk scored twice for the Mils, along with a single by Harbor.

Keegan Allison and Nick Egan had the Bruins’ other goals.

The Bruins have a pair of home games this weekend. They face the Nipawin Hawks on Friday and the La Ronge Ice Wolves on Saturday. Both games are at 7:30 p.m. at Affinity Place.

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The list of Saskatchewan Roughriders coming to Estevan on Sunday for the Rider Pride Hockey Challenge has been released.

The event sees members of the Roughriders play a hockey game against a local team comprised of members of the city police, fire rescue and local football organizations.

The game had originally been scheduled for March 2013 but was cancelled due to weather conditions.

The team of Riders playing on Sunday includes forwards Neal Hughes (fullback), Macho Harris (cornerback), Jordan Sisco (receiver), Brendon LaBatte (offensive lineman), Chris Milo (kicker) and Paul Woldu (defensive back).

Offensive lineman Dan Clark and slotback Scott McHenry will play defence.

The coaches are defensive backs Carlos Thomas and Eddie Russ, linebackers Mike McCullough and Diamond Ferri, receiver Taj Smith and offensive lineman Xavier Fulton.

The roster is subject to change.

The Estevan team is comprised of Estevan Police Service members Joel Pullman, Evan Handley, Braden Lonsberry and Dave Sinclair; RCMP members D.J. Brown and Jason Dickie; Estevan Fire Rescue Service members Lincoln Empey, Rhonda Daoust, Kyle Luc, Brandon Frank and Nolan Lacoste; and ECS football coaches Phil Zajac, Jason Bresciani and Dave Embree.

The coaches are Elecs head coach Mark Scott and Jeff Wanner, a representative of Estevan Minor Football sponsor Penta Completions.

The game begins at 2:30 p.m. at Affinity Place. Before that, members of the Riders will be signing autographs from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on the rink concourse.

Admission for the game ($10 for adults, $5 for 13 and under and free for six and under) is required to access the concourse area for autographs.

For those without a ticket to the game, the Grey Cup will be on display in the multi-purpose room at Affinity Place from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Two members of the Riders will be signing autographs there until 1:30 p.m. No ticket is required, but a donation to EMF would be appreciated.

Fans are advised to arrive early for autographs. To keep the line moving smoothly and to accommodate as many as possible, the Riders are asking fans to bring only one item to be autographed. Photos are allowed, but fans must remain in front of the autograph tables.

The Grey Cup will be on display in the rink and available for photos from 2:30 p.m. until the end of the event.

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Apex Bruins ousted from provincials For the second straight year, the Estevan Apex Bruins have been knocked out of Saskatchewan Hockey Association provincials in the first round.

The midget AA club lost its two-game, total-goal series by a 9-3 margin against the Notre Dame Argos last week.

The Argos took the opener 4-2 in Estevan on Wednesday and won 5-1 in Wilcox on Sunday.

The Bruins went into Sunday’s game having to win by three, and that got harder after the first period when the club found itself down 2-1.

Alex Marshall and Erik Thakurdeen tallied for the Argos in the opening frame, while Kaelan Holt scored a power play marker for the Bruins midway through the period.

Needing to outscore the Argos by four the rest of the way, the Bruins failed to generate any more goals, despite outshooting Notre Dame 47-34.

Kamen George scored for the Argos in the second period to all but put the series away, and Burke Johnstone and Tayon Metzler added to the total in the third.

The Bruins went 1-for7 on the power play, while the Argos were scoreless on three chances.

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the home side late in the first period, lighting the lamp on a power play.

“The first period, I thought we played really well. We had lots of energy, we were working and I thought we carried most of the play,” said Bruins head coach Dalton Giblett.

That would soon change, as the Argos scored three goals in a span of 2:23 early in the second.

It started with Marshall’s shorthanded goal at the 4:34 mark, as he capitalized on a giveaway and beat Bruins goalie Tanner Tytlandsvik on a partial breakaway.

“We had two power plays to start the period and we kinda had the pressure on, but then we got a little lazy.

Once that happened, they got a shorthanded goal and that’s what started it rolling for them,” said Giblett.

Shortly after that, Read Douglas gave the Argos the lead, taking a feed from Matt Barry on an odd-man rush.

Only 47 seconds later, Metzler scored on a scramble in front of the net to give the visitors a 4-1 lead.

“We just had that little lapse for about four or five minutes and they potted two goals right there,” said Giblett. “In the second period, if it wasn’t for Tanner in net … he played well, you can’t fault him on any of those goals, I don’t think. We just got sloppy in front of him and we quit working. Next thing you know we’re down

Apex Bruins forward Kyle Salaway fires a shot on net from the left face-off circle during a 4-2 loss to the Notre Dame Argos on Jan. 15. by two goals. We battled back, scored a goal and had some chances late in the third, but sometimes when you’re going uphill it’s hard.”

George added an insurance marker five minutes into the third on a power play.

Colton Winton cut the deficit to two goals barely a minute later, slipping the puck into the net five-hole.

The Estevan Sherritt Coal Bruins are marching on in the peewee AA provincials bracket after taking out the Moose Jaw Warriors last week.

The Bruins won 2-1 at home on Jan. 13, then defeated the Warriors 5-3 on Thursday in Moose Jaw, winning the series 7-4.

On Thursday, the War-

power play goal at the 13:20 mark and Winton scored two minutes later to put the Bruins on top 6-5.

Salaway’s second of the night early in the third added to the Bruins’ cushion.

The Bruins are back in action on Saturday, as they host the Yorkton Terriers.

Game time is 3:30 p.m. at Affinity Place.

riors led 2-1 after the first period, meaning the series was tied 3-3. But the Bruins roared back and scored four of the next five goals to advance to the second round.

Mason Strutt scored twice for the Bruins. Kersey Reich, Jake Palmer and Cale Adams also tallied for Estevan.

Reece Newkirk (2) and Oliver Hallett had the goals for Moose Jaw. The Bruins will face

the first-place Yorkton Terriers in the second round of provincials.

The club was also active in league play on the weekend, earning a split in two road games against the Melville Millionaires.

The Bruins won 6-3 on Saturday before falling 6-4 on Sunday.

Estevan (5-10-2) sits in fourth place in the six-team South Saskatchewan Minor Hockey League.

Alex Von Specken led the Bruins on Saturday with a hat trick, while Dawson Schaff (2) and Strutt also scored. Daemon Hunt, Heather Fiske and Drew Kirk had the Melville goals.

On Sunday, it was Von Sprecken, Davis, Schaff and Palmer supplying the goals for the Bruins. Hunt (2), Hunter Lutz, Josh Cleggett, Byers Johanson and Colby Lubachowski replied for Melville.

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rippled the twine in the first 20 minutes, while Caleb Griffin, Mathew Bachynski and Christopher Belanger powered the Wild’s attack.

The Wild got a pair of goals from Colby Brandt in the second period to take the lead, but the Bruins responded with two goals in the last seven minutes of the frame.

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Estevan scored three unanswered goals to rally for the win.

The first period was full of action, with the Bruins leading 4-3 at the buzzer.

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Gedak gets to Tankard through A side It may look like they had an easy run to the provincial Tankard, but Brent Gedak and his teammates had to work for it.

The Estevan team was the first to qualify from the men’s southern playdowns in Regina on the weekend, winning all four games on the A side and booking their ticket by Saturday afternoon.

It marks the 10th time in the last 11 years Gedak has qualified for the provincial men’s curling championship. The rest of his team includes third John Aston, second Derek Owens and lead Malcolm Vanstone.

“Coming out of the A event is always a little more comfortable, knowing you have a couple of lives left to get there, you can lose a game,” Gedak said. “The biggest thing is confidence going into provincials. We’ve won six games in a row now between regionals and southerns.”

It’s a nice change from last year for the foursome, which grabbed the last spot on the C side at the 2013 southerns in Estevan.

But it wasn’t easy for Gedak, who had to come back from deficits in all four wins.

“We were down in every game we played. All four games we were able to battle back and get the win. The ice was great, lots of curl and it gave teams a chance to come back if they were down a few points. Doing it once or twice is one thing, but to do it four times in a weekend, it was pretty good for our team.”

The biggest rally of them all came in the A final against Max Kirkpatrick of Swift Current. Gedak overcame a pair of three-point deficits and scored three in the 10th end for a 9-8 victory.

Kirkpatrick took a 3-0 lead after two ends, but Gedak managed to score three in the fourth to tie the game. The

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teams then traded deuces before Kirkpatrick put a three-spot on the board in the seventh.

Gedak still found himself trailing by two in the 10th, with hammer.

“We got a few rocks in play and got a miss out of their lead early to generate a few guards they weren’t able to remove,” Gedak said. “So we were able to play a regular end instead of them peeling us out.”

With the Estevan rink lying four, Kirkpatrick made a double takeout on his last stone, leaving Gedak a draw to the button for three, which he made.

The Gedak rink started the playdowns on Thursday with a 9-8 win in an extra end over Catlin Schneider of Regina Tartan.

On Friday, they defeated Moose Jaw’s Wade Sydorko 10-7, scoring four points in the fifth end and three more in the eighth to come back from an early deficit.

Later that day, the Gedak foursome knocked off Randy Bryden of Regina Callie 8-6 to advance to the A final.

The Tankard takes place Jan. 29-Feb. 2 in Shaunavon and Gedak said the field is full of legitimate challengers.

He expects veteran Saskatoon skip Bruce Korte to be among the toughest opponents.

“Every year he’s there and he’s always in the top three.

He’s won a few times.”

Gedak said his team is focusing on making sure they’re prepared for the Tankard, practising a little more than usual.

Meanwhile, Lampman’s Mark Walter also curled at the southern playdowns.

His team of Garry Kreutzer (third), Trevor Willock (second) and Dave Wetsch (lead) played five games, getting as far as the B semifinals.

The Walter rink was knocked out of the A draw in their first game, losing 8-4 to William Coutts of Regina Highland.

Their run on the B side began with a 9-3 win over Lionel Holm of Watrous in nine ends. Next, they edged Sydorko 9-7 before losing 8-5 to Kerrobert’s Josh Heidt in a B semifinal.

Walter lost to Coutts again on the C side, 7-6, to be knocked out of the playdowns.

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Chekay’s second of the night at the 12-minute mark returned the lead to the Pat Blues for good, and they later added goals from Dean Mason and Alex Kannok seven seconds apart to clinch it.

The next day, a fivegoal second period fuelled the Vipers to a lopsided win.

The Vipers, who sit in first place in the north division with a record of 18-3-4, got goals from Benson Thorpe (4), Jax Gipman (2), Jared Hamm (2), Matthew Ikart, Chance Adrian and Austin Shumanski.

Shae Little scored for the Bruins late in the first period. Cole Fonstad and and Wyatt Haux added goals 14 seconds apart early in the third, but it was too little, too late.

The Bruins were scheduled to host the Yorkton Terriers last night at Affinity Place. They will hit the road this weekend, visiting the West Central Wheat Kings on Saturday in Dodsland and the Battlefords Barons on Sunday.

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The Bruins lost 5-2 to the Regina Pat Blues on Saturday and took an 11-3 licking from the Sask.

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The Bruins (12-9-3) are tied for fourth place in the south division of the Saskatchewan Bantam AA Hockey League.

On Saturday, the Pat Blues (13-11-2) scored three goals in the last eight minutes to pull away with the victory.

The teams traded goals in the first period, with Regina’s Matthew Chekay scoring five minutes in and Estevan’s Jayden Davis replying late in the frame.

The deadlock held until late in the second, when Jordan Kazymyra netted a shorthanded goal with seven seconds remaining to put the Pat Blues back on top.

It didn’t take long for the Bruins to get that one back in the third though, as Hunter Piche tied the

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Panthers split with Hounds, lose to Drillers It wasn’t an ideal weekend for the Estevan PowerTech Panthers, but it ended on the right note.

The midget AA team lost two of their three games in South Saskatchewan Female Hockey League action, falling 3-1 to the Notre Dame Hounds Friday and 6-0 to the Weyburn Drillers Saturday before beating the Hounds 6-1 on Sunday.

Sunday’s victory was the first of 2014 for the Panthers (12-7-1), who have slipped to fourth place in the SSFHL standings.

Taylor Colbow delivered the Panthers’ only goal on Friday in Wilcox midway through the third period.

Notre Dame’s Taylor Corrigal scored the lone goal of the second period and an-

other early in the third to put the Hounds ahead 2-0 prior to Colbow’s marker.

Jenna MacLean closed it out for the Hounds, scoring with two minutes left in the game.

Saturday’s shutout loss to the Drillers at Affinity Place wasn’t nearly as close, as the Drillers scored once in the first period, three times in the second and two more in the third.

Twylla Tendler (2), Mindy Hockley (2), Cassidy Orsted and Josee Casavant scored for Weyburn.

The Panthers rebounded on Sunday, getting revenge on the Hounds with a 6-1 victory at the Civic Auditorium.

Michaella Matthies (2), Jenna Kreklewich, Hailey Dukart, Haley Ronyk and Cheyenne Grant led the Panthers on

ECS basketball player sets record The Estevan Comprehensive School senior boys basketball team posted a 2-1 record at a tournament in Swift Current on the weekend.

Their showing was highlighted by an outstanding personal achievement, as Estevan’s Vince Dela Pena scored a tournament record 49 points in a 97-85 win over Herbert.

Dela Pena, who recently rejoined the team after spending 45 days in his native Philippines, broke the old tournament record of 47 points.

“To see a kid score 49 points and beat the prior tournament point record is insane, but on top of that, he wasn’t hogging the ball or missing teammates. He must have had eight assists in the game too,” said ECS head coach Shane Ross.

The win over Herbert was the team’s second game of the tournament.

In their opener, the Elecs trailed the Vanier Vikings by six points at the half, but couldn’t keep up in the second half en route to a loss.

Ross said his team “ran out of gas, eventually being overpowered by the team’s big men that tower over 6-foot-4 and 6-foot-5. We’ve got one kid that is 6-foot-1 on a good day, so as hard as the kids tried to take down the giants, you just can’t teach height.”

In their final game, the Elecs defeated the Shaunavon Shadows 77-61. Dallas Dowhanuik was named the team’s MVP for the game.

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The Chargers dumped the Regina Shamrocks 4-0 on Saturday and doubled them up 4-2 on Sunday. Both games were

played in Estevan.

On Saturday, the Chargers got two goals from captain Megan LeBlanc and singles from Payten Wilson and Jasynn Monteyne.

LeBlanc had two more goals the next day, with Ashton Magotiaux and Teanna Sieben also scoring.

Roslyn Bodnaruk and Jocelyn Gallais supplied the offence for the Shamrocks.

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Bruins get break from injury bug At some point during Friday’s game, you had to wonder if Estevan Bruins players had walked under a few too many ladders.

The team was already down to four healthy defencemen and had dealt with some significant injuries to key players earlier in the season.

Then, during Friday’s 3-2 loss to the Weyburn Red Wings, four different Bruins left the game at one point.

Fortunately for the club, two of them returned and the other two aren’t expected to be out long.

The injury that had fans up in arms happened at the end of the game, when SJHL scoring leader Austin Daae took a hit from behind from Wings forward Jon Brumwell just before the buzzer.

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Brumwell was suspended two games for the hit.

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Shortly after that, rookie forward Keegan Allison went off gingerly after taking a hit, and Chris Thorimbert took a puck to the face in the second period. Both would return.

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“When I came here I was really a blues kind of player, and I’ve developed a lot more approaches to my own music.”

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Energy City native completes first album Estevan’s Spencer Vaughn Lafrentz released his first album near the end of 2013, with his self-titled SVL solo project.

Lafrentz said the album came together over a year and a half of work, wrapping up the process this past summer for the Nov. 23 release.

“It has always been a hobby of mine since I was 16,” he said of writing music. “I kept getting more and more into it and pushing my musical knowledge, trying to learn as much as I could. The songs started getting more intricate, and I realized I could have more of a serious approach to it.”

For Lafrentz, songwriting became more than just a hobby, and recording an album has helped him learn more about the process in the industry.

“One of the major things I learned was being able to play to a metronome on time without making any mistakes.

(That) has really improved me (more than) any other skill development,” he said.

He also learned the importance of being mindful of things like the length of a song.

“Something that you think is good on paper, and then you put it down and listen back, and it’s five minutes long, and it’s boring,” he said was another part of the learning curve, and something he realized songwriters must be acutely aware of.

After having a song developed enough to have something recorded so he could listen to it, he said he had to start asking difficult questions about the music.

“Am I as a listener — if I remove myself — am I as a listener still into this? To get that outside perspective on it is pretty difficult. You have a vested interest in it because it’s your own music. It’s kind of like a member of the family, but you have to just eliminate that (idea). You have to look at it like you found it on the Internet or something by accident.”

After stumbling across this music, he then has to decide

Spencer Vaughn Lafrentz if it’s something he would keep listening to or something he would want to hear more of. He also received a lot of feedback from friends, family and the people he was working with at Talking Dog Studios in Regina.

“It was my first time in a professional studio,” said Lafrentz, but noted he did spend some time in a studio in Vancouver for what he called a “trial run.”

The experience in Vancouver wasn’t something he really enjoyed, as he used the space during nightshifts for free.

Despite that, he said his passion for music encouraged him to continue working away and led him back to the studio to record in Regina.

He said his passion for music and telling a story kept him driven to continue his musical pursuits.

“Making powerful musical moments that are relating people,” Lafrentz said is what he enjoys doing.

Lafrentz has been involved in various areas of the local music scene for several years, including being a member of the Estevan A Cappella Singers. He is now at MacEwan University in Edmonton, studying music.

“I’m studying a lot of music theory, a lot of ear training and playing in a lot of different ensembles,” he said of his time since enrolling at MacEwan in September.

He is studying several musical styles, including jazz and funk.

“When I came here I was really a blues kind of player, and I’ve developed a lot more approaches to my own music.”

Lafrentz is performing a hard-copy release show at the end of the month in Edmonton to promote his album, and will continue to play shows through February. He has only played the album songs as a solo, acoustic musician, but with those performances he will have a backing band of musicians he has met at the university.

The arrangement on stage will include a piano, guitars, bass guitar, drums, a saxophone and back up singers.

“That’s the part that I’m best at. As far as my musical skill library, organizing people and bands and making them sound the best (is my strength). I actually think I might be the worst player in my band,” he joked about the talented people who will play with him. “These guys are unreal.”

Select songs from the album are available to stream at http://spencervaughn.bandcamp.com and the album is available for purchase on iTunes.

Small town hockey on display at gallery Perhaps the best way to get Canadians interested in art is to exhibit a subject as familiar to everyone as hockey.

The Estevan Art Gallery and Museum opened a pair of exhibits last week, which showcases hockey in different ways. Estevan photographer Jennifer Durr has accessed her passion for the country’s national pastime in order to tell the stories on the ice in a creative and engaging way through her other passion, photography.

Durr spends lots of time at the rink photographing the drama on the ice, and she has become the official photographer of the CanElson Drilling Estevan Bruins, who serve as the basis for her work on display at the EAGM. Durr’s work, which opened on Jan. 10, is titled Hockey in a Small City and was produced in conjunction with the Saskatchewan Prairie Light Photography Festival.

Canada’s first province-wide photography event began in January, running through March, with exhibits in Yorkton, Prince Alberta, Swift Current, Regina, Saskatoon and Moose Jaw, along with Durr’s work in Estevan.

The festival is inspired by the successes of similar events in Montreal, Toronto and Calgary and

Jennfier Durr’s exhibit Hockey in a Small City is on display in Gallery 2 at the Estevan Art Gallery and Museum. adopts the model of month long and simultaneous photography exhibits in a variety of venues.

For Durr, the exhibit marks her first time showcasing her work in this fashion. She said most of her photos are posted and shared online.

“It’s kind of overwhelming. The only place I see my pictures is on Facebook, so it’s pretty

cool to see them up here with people looking at them. It’s very cool.”

Each photo has been printed and mounted on wood, which Durr chose because she felt the wooden surface was appropriate for the gallery walls.

“Most of it was done last season,” said the photographer, who said she didn’t have the exhibition

idea in her mind when she was shooting. She submitted 30 pieces to the gallery, and curator Alli King selected 19 to hang for the exhibit, running until Feb. 26.

“They said that they wanted hockey in the gallery to go along with (Liz Pead’s) exhibit and because of the Olympics,” said Durr.

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ist whose exhibit opened on Jan. 16 in the main gallery room during an artist’s reception.

Durr doesn’t necessarily consider herself a sports photographer, as her interest in hockey trumps all others.

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Trucks & Vans

Parts & accessories

For Sale: 2001 Dodge 1/2 ton ,Quad cab, no rust. Motor needs repairs, has newly rebuilt transmission (with warrant y).Taking Best Offer. Phone 306-471-8074 Or 306-634-2964.

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Domestic cars

Domestic cars

Used Cars

2013 Dodge Avenger SXT Grey, 7,245 kms...................................$19,900 2013 Dodge Avenger SXT Red, 11,950 kms ................................$19,900 2013 Dodge Avenger SE Blacktop Black, 11,830 kms.................$18,900 2013 Dodge Avenger SE Blacktop White, 14,233 kms ................$18,900 2012 Mazda Mazda3 GS White, 25,462 kms..................................$16,900 2012 Hyundai Veloster Silver, 31,123 kms.....................................$18,900 2008 Ford Focus SE Blue ................................................................$9,900

Used Trucks, Suvs & Vans

2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Loaded Blue, 10,978 kms.............. .........................................................................................................$49,900 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 SLT Red, 23,170 kms ...............................$38,900 2013 Ram 1500 Sport Crew Cab White, 21,712 kms ....................$39,900 2012 Ram 1500 Laramie Red, 27,433 kms.....................................$39,900 2012 Ram 1500 SLT Crew Cab Silver, 43,329 kms .......................$32,900 2012 Ram 1500 Sport Crew Cab White, 41,123 kms.....................$35,900 2011 Ford F150 FX4 Blue, 50,123 kms ..........................................$30,900 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo Black, 88,123 kms ...............$27,900 2011 Ram 2500 Laramie Diesel White, 84,986 kms.......................$45,900 2010 Ram 1500 Sport Quad Cab Black, 48,374 kms.....................$29,900 2010 Ram 1500 SLT Quad Cab Black, 69,352 kms.......................$29,900 2010 Ram 1500 SLT Quad Cab Black, 96,500 kms........................$25,900 2010 Buick Enclave CX Silver, 100,493 kms.................................$23,900 2010 Ram 1500 Sport Quad Cab Black, 69,352 kms.....................$29,900 2009 Ford F-250 SD XLT Diesel White, 145,243 kms....................$26,900 2009 Cadillac SRX AWD Silver, 80,109 kms .................................$23,900 2008 Ram 2500 Laramie Mega Cab Grey, 219,299 kms...............$29,900 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Adrenalin White, 48,500 kms.....$24,900 2008 GMC Yukon SLT Silver, 135,799 kms ..................................$22,900 2007 Ram 3500 Laramie Mega Cab DRW White, 224,859 kms.....$23,900 2003 Chevrolet Venture Red,125,997 kms......................................$4,900

Utility trailers

Utility trailers

441 - 4th Street - Estevan 306-634-7977 highenergy@sasktel.net www.highenergytrailers.ca

2008 GMC YUKON

4 WD, LOADED, LEATHER SEATS 142,000 KMS

$18,000

New Trailers Arriving Daily

TRAILERS

2014 Haulmark 85 x 27 v-nose ..................................................... $14,200 2014 Haulmark 85 x 20 v-nose 2-5200 axle, alum Wheels.........$10,500 2014 rainbow 7 x 14 express dump ............................................. $8,600 2014 Haulmark 85 x 16 v-nose ....................................................... $7,700 2014 rainbow deck over 2-7k springs......................................... $6,200 2014 rainbow 20’ 2-7000lb flip up ramp........................................ $5,315 2014 rainbow 16’ 3500 tandem axle .............................................. $3,400 2013 rainbow 6x10 3500 axle flip up ramp....................................$3,400 2013 rainbow 6x12 3500 axle flip up ramp .....................................call 2013 rainbow 6x14 3500 axle flip up ramp .....................................call 2013 Haulmark 20ft, 85x20.............................................................$10,500 2013 Haulmark transport v-nose 6x12, 2-3500 axle .................... $5,200 2013 Big tex 7x14 utility................................................................. $2,599 2012 rainbow 18’ car Hauler 7000 gvW ....................................... $3,400 2012 newman 10ft. aluminum 13” Wheels, v-front ...................... $2,500

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Flatdecks, enclosed trailers, cars, trucks & 15 passenger vans.

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We are just a call aWay! HOME OF THE POWER TEAM! 409 Kensington Avenue ~ Estevan, Sask.

Phone: 306-634-3221 If you haven’t shopped POWER DODGE you may have paid too much!

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CARS

13 Chrysler 200 LTD 4dr loaded, factory warranty 13,600 kms ..............$23,995 11 Chev Impala LT 4dr factory warranty 71,117 kms ..............................$16,995 09 Dodge Caliber SXT 4dr factory warranty, 53,981 km .........................$12,995 09 Toyota Corolla factory warranty 76,200 km ........................................$12,995 08 Dodge Avenger R/T AWD 4 dr leather, sunroof, warranty .................$15,995 07 Buick Lucerne CX 4dr, loaded, warranty..............................................$9,450 07 Chev Malibu LT 4dr warranty, 126,800 km ...........................................$9,995 07 Pontiac G6 GT 2dr warranty ...............................................................$11,995 07 Pontiac G5 SE 4dr warranty .................................................................$7,995 06 Mustang 2dr V/6, 5 speed, warranty ...................................................$10,995 06 Pontiac Grand Prix SE 4dr warranty ....................................................$6,995

TRUCKS, VANS & SUV’s

13 Jeep Compass North 4x4 factory warranty, 25,948 km .....................$23,995 13 Jeep Patriot Sport North 4x4 factory warranty 23,120 km.................$23,995 12 Jeep Liberty Sport 4x4 factory warranty ............................................$23,995 11 Chev Equinox 1CT 4dr AWD factory warranty ...................................$22,995 11 Dodge Dakota SXT Crew/Cab 4x4 factory warranty ..........................$22,995 10 Chev Silverado LT Crew/Cab 4x4 Z-71 factory warranty, Flexfuel ....$25,995 10 Ford Escape XLT AWD factory warranty ............................................$19,995 09 Dodge Grand Caravan Stow-N-Go 7 passenger, warranty ...............$14,995 09 GMC Sierra SLE Crew/Cab SLT 4x4 factory warranty .......................$21,995 07 Chev Uplander LT Van warranty ........................................................$10,995 03 Chev Silverado E/C LS 4X4 warranty .................................................$10,995 99 Ford F150 Super Cab warranty.............................................................$4,995

Most of Our Vehicles are Covered by Lubrico Powertrain Warranty

Prices Reduced! ~ We Take Trades Reasonable Offers Considered

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AFTER HOURS: Cell: 461-7805

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Senchuk’s Super Deals!

Used Cars

2010 MAZDA 6 69,000 kms ............................................................$15,995 2010 FORD FOCUS SE 80,000 kms ..............................................$14,995 2004 TAURUS SE 123,000 kms .......................................................$6,995

Used Trucks, SUVs & Vans

2013 ExpEDiTiOn MAx LiMiTED 29,000 kms ..............................$49,995 2013 ExpLORER LiMiTED 4x4 22,000 kms .................................$47,995 2013 F150 xTR CREW CAB 4x4 12,000 kms ................................$35,900 2012 ESCApE xLT 4x4 51,000 kms ..............................................$21,900 2012 E450 CUBE VAn 29,000 kms ................................................$33,995 2011 DODgE gRAnD CARAVAn 88,000 kms..............................$14,995 2011 CHEVROLET SiLVERADO CREW CAB 4x4 27,000 kms ....$29,995 2011 DODgE JOURnEY RT AWD 24,000 kms .............................$25,995 2011 F350 LARiAT CREW CAB 4x4 6.7L diesel 54,000 kms ..........SOLD 2010 F150 King RAnCH SUpERCREW 4x4 72,000 kms ...............SOLD 2010 F150 LARiAT SUpERCREW 4x4 78,000 kms ......................$28,995 2010 CHEVROLET CREW CAB LT 4x4 80,000 kms.....................$21,995 2010 F150 xTR SUpER CAB 4x4 57,000 kms .................................SOLD 2009 ExpLORER SpORT TRAC 4x4 LiMiTED 147,000 kms .......$19,995 2009 ESCApE xLT 106,000 kms ...................................................$14,950

Senchuk Ford Sales Ltd.

Your home of after sales service 118 Souris Avenue north – Estevan, Sask.

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Parts & accessories Wrecking auto-trucks: Parts to fit over 500 trucks. Lots of Dodge, GMC, Ford, impor ts... We ship anywhere. Lots of Dodge, diesel, 4x4 stuff... Trucks up to 3 tons.

Nor th-East Recyclers 780-8750270 (Lloydminster).

Career OppOrtunities INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL No Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks.

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Sign up online! iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853 There is a CRITICAL need for Medical Transcriptionists across Canada. Work from Home. CanScribe graduates welcome and e n c o u r a g e d t o a p p l y. A p p l y t h r o u g h M T R a t w w w. h d s mt.com/jobs TJ LOGGING of Whitecourt, Alberta is accepting resumes for experienced heavy duty operators, dozer/buncher/hoe/skidder/processor/delimber for immediate employment. Fax resume 780778-2428.

WINCH TRACTOR OPERATORS. Must have experience operating a winch. To apply fax, email or drop off resume at the office. Phone 780-842-6444. Fax 780-842-6581.

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WORK OPPORTUNITIES + TRAVEL Childcare positions in United States, air fare, medical etc. provided.

Childcare in Holland, New Zealand, Australia, Spain, England, China, etc. Different benefits apply.

Teach in South Korea, air fare, medical etc. provided.

Hotel jobs in England. Summer Camp jobs in Europe 2014 Apply at: 1-902-422-1455 Email: scotiap@ns.sympatico.ca

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Start immediately! www.themailinghub.com Days Inn is now hiring servers and housekeepers. Please fax resume to 306.634.8733

General employment

DRIVERS WANTED AZ, DZ, 5, 3, or 1 with airbrakes:Guaranteed 40 hour work week + overtime, paid travel, lodging, meal allowance, 4 weeks vacation/excellent benefits package. Must be able to have extended stays away from home for three months at a time. Experience Needed: Valid AZ, DZ, 5, 3, or 1 with airbrakes, commercial driving experience. Apply online atwww.sperryrail.com under careers, FastTRACKApplication.

Obituaries

Obituaries Laurence Anton Leptich 1928 - 2014 On Saturday, January 11, 2014, Laurence Leptich, late of Estevan, SK, and formerly of Lampman, SK, passed away at the age of 85 years.

Laurence was born the third child of Mary & Anton Leptich at the Lampman Union Hospital in 1928. He grew up on a farm near Steelman and attended Sinclair School. In 1943, his father moved to the Cadwell Farm near Browning, where Laurence farmed until

his retirement.

In 1951, he married Vivian, daughter of William and Florence Luterbach, at St. Anthony’s R.C. church at Browning. Over their many wonderful years of life together, they had eight children.

Laurence was very active in Community sports as a player, mentor & coach for Browning & Lampman baseball teams. He was very well known in many curling rinks in Southern Saskatchewan, winning many events and participating in many playdowns including Masters Curling. He was a Lampman Curling Club Executive for many years. He was especially proud to be named the Chairman of the Lampman Sports Complex Building Committee.

Laurence was very involved with the Knights of Columbus, where he held positions of Grand Knight and District Deputy including as a 4th Degree Knight. He was also involved in community groups such as a 4-H Leader, sang in the Lampman Community & church choirs, and as a square dancer.

Laurence is survived by his wife, Vivian; children, Carole (Warren) Jale, Charisse (Kevin) Lischka, Danny (Jacinta) Leptich, Judy Leptich, Brent (Megan) Leptich, Natalie (Scott) MacIsaac; son-in-law, Marcel Vanloo; grandchildren, Mark (Andrea), Kelly (Tony), Tanya (Richard), Ravin (Todd), Shawna (Patrick), Trenton, Lacey (Michael), Delee (Jon), Steven (Leah), Jillian, Jamie (Jolene), Christopher (Jennifer), Jennifer, Alysha, Anthony; great grandchildren, Tanner, Troy, Jessie, Logan, Madison, Hudson, Blaire, Jackson, Dylan, Oliver; siblings, Albert (Helen) Leptich, Margaret Luterbach, Ed (Dorothy) Leptich.

He was predeceased by his parents, Anton and Mary Leptich; children, James Leptich, and Nancy Dorwart; grandson, Timothy Leptich; sister, Christine Sinclair.

Prayers were held on Monday, January 13, 2014, at 7:30 p.m. in the Chapel of Hall Funeral Services, Estevan. A Funeral Mass was celebrated on Tuesday, January 14, 2014, at 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Seven Sorrows R.C. Church, Lampman, by Rev. Leonardo Tamayo Jr. Interment followed in the Parish Cemetery. Donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society in memory of Laurence.

Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Hall Funeral Services, Estevan.

Thank You

Vivian and her children would like to express their appreciation to all the heartfelt condolences they have received. We would especially like to thank the staff at the General Hospital in Regina and Dr. Horri & nursing staff at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Estevan.

Thank you also to Father Leonardo Tamayo and Father Brian Meredith for your spiritual help and guidance and to Hall Funeral Services.

A very special thank you to Charisse & Kevin for always being there for Dad. – Love Mom and your brothers and sisters.

Roy Stuart Lohse 1958 - 2014 Roy Stuart Lohse, late of Beaubier, SK passed away January 11, 2014, at the age of 55 years.

Roy was predeceased by his parents Lloyd and Edna Lohse; as well as several aunts and uncles.

Roy is survived by his loving wife Myrna Lohse, daughter Melissa Lohse, son Brandon (Paula) Lohse; sisters Faye (Don) Mantei, Gail (Doug) Gamble; brother L. Blaine (Cindy) Lohse; father and motherin-law; Duane and Delores Larsen, brothers and sisters-in-law; aunt Norma Lohse; along with numerous nieces, nephews, and many friends.

Roy was born in Estevan on August 27, 1958, the youngest child of Lloyd and Edna Lohse. He had two older sisters, Faye and Gail; and one older brother, Blaine. Roy grew up on the family farm near Ratcliffe. He attended school in Lake Alma and Gladmar. Roy helped with the farming and cattle while growing up and in 1978 he started renting land. Roy married Myrna Larsen on November 7, 1981. They moved to the farm where they spent 32 years together building a beautiful family and a family farm operation. Roy loved to stand at the kitchen window to see his cattle grazing on the hillsides. Roy raised Black Angus Cattle and only operated John Deer Equipment.

Roy had many things he enjoyed in life. Some of those things included country music and visiting with friends, family, children and the elderly. He loved travelling with Myrna to casino’s, ball games, rodeos or just driving around looking for equipment or the next bull to add to his herd. Roy had a love of sports as well. He was always proud to cheer on the Saskatchewan Roughriders, the Maple Leafs and the Blue Jays. He also enjoyed watching curling on TV. Roy loved his family more than anything and was very excited for the first grandbaby to arrive. He was very proud of what his children have accomplished. Everyone loved Roy’s big smile and friendly hello. Roy felt you had to enjoy life each day and live it to the fullest. He will be greatly missed by all.

Visitation for Roy was held on Wednesday, January 15, 2014 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. at RD Family Funeral Chapel. A service of remembrance for Roy was held on Thursday, January 16, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. from the Zion Lutheran Church, Weyburn, SK with Pastor Martin Olson and Wendy Caldwell officiating. Lunch followed the service.

For family and friends so wishing, donations in memory of Roy may be made to STARS, 2640 Airport Road, Regina, Sask, S4H 1A3, or the Beaubier Lutheran Church, Box 42, Beaubier, Sask, SOC 0H0.

Arrangements were entrusted to RD Family Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, Weyburn, SK (8480333 ~ 1-888-848-0333). Expressions of sympathy to the family may be sent to our website at www. rdfamilymemorialchapel.com “Our family serving your family” JENISH, John (Jack) Joseph John died peacefully on January 16, 2014 at the Kelowna General Hospital.

He was born May 28, 1929 and raised outside of Estevan, Saskatchewan with brother Frank and sisters Shirley (Winterton) deceased, and Agnes (Benter), deceased. The family home was adjacent to family-owned Jenish Coal Mining Company – Estevan.

John’s father, Egne Jenish, and mother, Sophie (Millar), owned and operated the mine with an extended family which had migrated from Lithuania. The mine supplied coal to homes and businesses in south Saskatchewan.

John graduated from Estevan Collegiate Institute in 1949 and from the Coyne School of Electronics in Chicago, Illinois on March 19, 1954. After graduation, he returned to Canada, representing a number industrial and electronics firms, eventually settling with CT Engineering and Premier Industries of Cleveland, Ohio.

John met Marilyn Rose Murray in 1961 in Vancouver. After a long-distance courtship, they fell in love and were married in Montreal. They celebrated their 51st wedding anniversary in 2013.

The young couple moved to Regina where their family grew: daughter Lisa (Castillo), Lyle and Sandy (nee Calhoun). In 1970 John and Marilyn moved their young family to Kelowna where John designed and built the family home, in the middle of an apple orchard, overlooking the Okanagan Lake. Soon after, Shauna (Kitazaki) was born.

Industrious, enthusiastic and opinionated, Jack enjoyed a large group of friends. Football, waterskiing, agriculture, mechanics and business were a passion. He remained involved in his children’s and his grandchildren’s lives, often travelling to Dallas, Texas, Vancouver and Victoria, BC, to visit Joshua Castillo, Quinn Jenish, Jacob Jenish, Luke Castillo, Isabella Castillo, Noah Calhoun and Jonah Calhoun.

John is survived by his loving wife Marilyn, his brother Frank, daughters Lisa and son-in-law Steve, son Lyle and daughter-in-law Elizabeth, Sandy and Shauna and son-in-law Dave Kitazaki. He was predeceased by his father Egne on Jan. 28. 1974 and mother Sophie on Feb. 26, 1982.

John loved life, family and fun and was happiest on those occasions when they were all together.

We wish to thank all the staff at the KGH’s trauma ward and floor 4B for their loving care of John and the compassion extended to all family members. We are also so grateful to Dr. Martin Steinruck for his constant care, compassion, empathy and encouragement. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada.

Prayer service will be held at 7 pm, Sunday, January 19, 2014 at Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, 839 Sutherland Avenue, Kelowna. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 1 pm on Monday, January 20, 2014 at the same church. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www. springfieldfuneralhome.com, 250-860-7077.

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Midale happenings Catrina Moldenhauer Midale Correspondent

Long-time Midale resident Mike Hilkewich passed away on Jan, 19. Mike leaves behind his children: Kim (Kelly) and their children Ashley, Tyler and Mallory; Kelly (Laurie) and their children Carter and Ali; Jack (Charlene) and their children Quinn and Lauren. Mike’s funeral will be held on Thursday, Jan. 23 at 1 p.m at the Midale Baptist Church.

The Midale Oilmen’s 26th Annual Curling Bonspiel is scheduled for Feb. 20 through the 22nd. It begins on the Thursday evening; Friday is curling throughout the day but ends early as that is the

night of their supper at 6 p.m, Dutch auction after supper and dance to start around 9 p.m. Saturday is for the playoffs. All they ask is that a minimum of one person per team is employed in the oilfield. The cost is $240 per team entry and it includes some drink and supper tickets. Extra supper tickets may be purchased for $15 each.

You may register a team by e-mailing your contact information to: midaleoilmens@ gmail.com or calling Bruce Palmer, Glenn Wiens or Catrina Moldenhauer.

The school is again asking for parents to please ensure that their children are dressed appropriately for playing outside and also for

riding the bus.

Badminton practices have started for those students in Grades 3-6. Practices are to run on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:20 – 4:20 p.m. The dates are: January 21 and February 4, 6, 11 and then the windup will be on Feb. 13.

High school curling will start for all senior students on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 4:00 p.m at the Midale Civic Centre.

Drama practices have begun and will take place each lunch break at 12:15.

You may talk to Mrs. Wilgenbusch or Miss Adams for details about the play.

High school band/choir will be held after school on

January 22, 2014 B9 Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:20 – 4:00 p.m.

Free public skating will most likely be held on Jan. 25 from 4 – 6 p.m and on Jan. 26 from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. Please note that these times are subject to change as sometimes teams need to make up games and may need this ice time.

Please feel free to call or text the rink cell phone @ 4587555 for any questions. The rink schedule is also posted in Google Calendars under Midale Rink. If you cannot access the link, please text the rink’s cell phone with your email and the link will be sent to you, or email midalerink@ gmail.com.

Midale Petroleum Novice Storm have been busy practicing for the second half of their season. They played this past weekend in Radville’s home tournament

Your Guide to Area

Estevan Gospel Chapel

St. Peter’s Lutheran Church

“Equipping God’s people to think biblically, to live godly, and to serve effectively – influencing our world for Christ”

Isabelle & Souris Reverend Randy Kleemola Phone: 306-634-2024 email: st.peters@accesscomm.ca

1202 - 2nd Street Phone: 306-634-3761

Pastor: Josh Permann Sunday:Worship 11:00 a.m.

Weekly: Prayer Meeting

www.estevangospelchapel.ca An Associated Gospel Church

St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church Corner 12th Avenue & 2nd Street

Phone: 306-634-2190

and they will host Radville at home on Jan. 25 at 2:30 pm and then travel to Milestone on Sunday.

The Midale Mustangs had a brief break over the Christmas holidays but have been busy with the following games: On Jan, 4 they hosted the Carnduff Red Devils and won 9 – 4. The game that was scheduled to be played in Carnduff on Jan. 5 was postponed due to the weather. The Mustangs played in Arcola on Jan. 7 and came away with a 7 – 4 win over the Arcola/Kisbey Combines.

The Mustangs travelled to Redvers on Jan. 10 and came away with a 5 – 1 win and to Oxbow on the 11th and won 8 – 5. Midale had a two game home stand this past weekend as they played host to the Wawota Flyers on

Fax: 306-634-6845

Pastor: Father Brian Meredith MASSES: Saturday: 7:00 p.m.

Sunday: 9:00 & 10:30 a.m.

St. Giles

Anglican Church Parish of Estevan 317-12th Avenue

Sunday Worship: 8:00 & 10:00 am September - May Children’s Sunday School: 10:00 am The Rev. Mark Osborne ALL ARE WELCOME! Church Office: 306-634-4113 www.estevananglican.com

Faith Lutheran Church Nicholson Centre, Estevan

LC-C

Sunday Worship

9:30 a.m. - Bible Study 10:30 a.m. - Divine Service with Holy Communion Sunday School A Congregation of LUTHERAN CHURCH - CANADA

100 Kin g St ree t Est evan , Sa sk (306) 63 4 -81 33 www.livinghope-ca.org NOW 2 Sunday services to choose from NOW 2 Sunday choose * 9:00 am and 11:00 services am * Withtocoff ee in from between Only one at 10:30 oncoffee Dec. 22nd & 29th 9:00 amservice and 11:00 am am With in between

REAL LIFE LIFE REAL REALPEOPLE PEOPLE REAL REALGOD GOD

LIVE RUSSIAN RUSSIAN TRANSLATION LIVE TRANSLATION during the 11:00 am service during the 11:00 am service

ST. PAUL’S UNITED CHURCH

Where We Get Grace, Get God, Get Going!

Corner of 14th Avenue & 3rd Street Phone: 306-634-2885 – Fax: 306-636-2611

SUNDAY WORSHIP & SUNDAY SCHOOL - 11 AM Coffee Fellowship Before Church

WELCOME!

MINISTER: REV. BRENNA NICKEL Email: stpaulsuc@sasktel.net Website: stpaulsestevan.ca

738 - 2nd Street, Estevan

Pastors: Danny Krauss & Joshua Lowe Phone: 306-634-3773 Cell: 306-471-8130 Brad McKenzie- Youth Leader

SUNDAY WORSHIP AND SUNDAY SCHOOL 10:00 a.m.

Coffee and fellowship after worship Pastor Stewart Miller

Come and Worship With Us

ALL ARE WELCOME email: trinity.luth@sasktel.net • www.etlc.ca

St. Joseph’s Prayer Centre

His Glory Bible Church

2 - 4 pm Monday - Friday Series topics change monthly Call for more information 1033 3rd Street Estevan

306-634-9191

CHURCH OF CHRIST 1302 - 8th Street, Estevan

Tim Pippus

Office: 306-634-3116 Sunday Services:

Bible Class - 10:00 a.m. – Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Evening Worship - 7 p.m.

Wednesday Meeting - 7 p.m.

Free Clothing Outlet

First & Third Thursday of Each Month - 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.

THE SALVATION ARMY

ESTEVAN COMMUNITY CHURCH 1107 - 4th Street Phone: 306-634-2074 www.facebook.com/salvationarmyestevan Youth Program Wed. 6:30- 8:00 pm

Pastors: Lieuts. Brian & June Bobolo SUNDAY: 11:00 a.m. Worship Service with Children’s Program

Church of God

Pursuing God Building Relationships Impacting Lives

1920 Wellock Road, Estevan • (306) 634-7955 www.estevancog.com Estevan Church of God 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship with Children’s Ministries & Nursery.

7:30 p.m. Fridays theGROVE Youth Ministries

Please call us or visit our website for more information about other ministries and events.

Trinity Lutheran Church E.L.C.I.C.

Sunday Worship & Sunday School 10:30 a.m.

Everyone welcome to join our daily prayers, inspirational Bible DVD viewings and lively discussions

Jan. 17 and lost in a shootout.

They hosted the Arcola/Kisbey team on Saturday and won 5 – 2.

Midale will be on the road for a game on the 21st against the Bienfait Coalers and will then host the Redvers Rockets on Jan. 24.

Midale is currently sitting in second place in the Big Six Hockey League.

Curling ice is booked through Janice Vilcu, so please give her a call if you need to rent it.

Midale Public Library is starting up a pre-school kids program on Fridays from 10:30 – 11:15 at the Midale Civic Centre. For more information give the library a call.

Their hours as of Feb. 14 will be Tuesdays from 2:30 – 5:30 and 6 – 8 p.m and on Fridays from 9:30 – 12 a.m. and 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.

Church Office: 306-634-5684

(Light of Life Ministries International) Join us in Glorious Praise and Worship With: Pastors Dr. and Mrs. Jimi Akinsete Where: St. Joseph Bookstore 1033 4th Street, Estevan S4A 0W4 (opposite court house) When: 10am on Sundays Experience Healing, Deliverance and Breakthroughs

Sunday Worship 10:30am

Nursery and Children’s Ministries available Sunday School at 9:30am Friday Night Youth 7:30pm (Gr. 7-12) Children’s Clubs - Wednesdays: 7:00-8:00pm

140 King Street (accross from Staples) www.estevanalliancechurch.com /estevanalliance 306 634 2601

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Barristers & Solicitors Paul D. Elash, B.A., LL.B. Aaron Ludwig, B.Sc., LL.B.

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1312 - 4th Street, Estevan Telephone: 306-634-3631 Fax: (306) 634-6901

Phone: (306) 637-3710 Fax: (306) 637-3719

Branch Offices:

LAMPMAN: Fridays • R.M. Building • 306-487-2880 MIDALE: Tuesdays • 233 Main Street • 306-458-2277

Real Estate

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We do not subscribe to call display

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Envision’s 24-Hr Support Line provides:

 A listening ear by trained volunteers who are educated with the most up to date information on abuse and sexual assault.

Roni Sue Coulter

B.A., LL.B. Barrister & Solicitor

Branch offices at: Arcola Redvers Carnduff Arcola Agencies Carlsen Bldg.

Carnduff Agencies Bldg.

Wednesday A.M. Wednesday P.M. Thursday P.M. Phone: 306-455-2277 Phone: 306-452-3377 Phone: 306-482-4077

24-Hour Abuse/Sexual Assault Support Line

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Border Real Estate Service

Gainsborough: Carnduff: Thursday a.m.

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Musica intima to perform in Estevan

The Estevan Arts Council is presenting Musica Intima in concert. The performance is part of the 2013/14 Stars for Saskatchewan series. The performance is slated for Jan. 30, at St. Paul’s United Church beginning at 7 p.m.

Musica Intima has earned a reputation as Canada’s most entertaining vocal ensemble. They are internationally renowned for their warm and engaging stage presence, musicianship, and perspective on ensemble singing.

The ensemble stands

out from others as the singers rehearse, perform, and function as a collective. In rehearsal, they self-direct, exchanging ideas freely

while exploring their own musical creativity. In performance, they engage the audience with spontaneity and directness.

Founded in 1992, Musica Intima has become an integral part of Vancouver’s cultural fabric. The ensemble has also been involved in recording projects with artists

St. Giles Anglican Church was the location of the baptism of Charlie May Pyra, daughter of Jeff and Heather (Ribling) Pyra of Outram.

The baptism took place Jan. 12 with the Rev. Mark Osborne officiating. Godparents for Charlie May were Margaret and Bruce Duncan of Estevan and Susan and Robin Matieshin of Saskatoon.

Margaret Duncan was the organist and Albert Rib-

have been nominated for two Junos.

Advanced discount tickets are available at Hender’s Drugs, regular priced tickets will be available at the door.

Bridal Guide

Outram-Torquay Report Betty L. Ribling Correspondent

as diverse as the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, composer Owen Underhill, and rock musician Matthew Good. Their albums have received many awards and

ling was the crucifer.

Grandparents in attendance were Betty Ribling of Estevan and Joe and Christine Pyra from North Battleford. Rebecca and Rachel Duncan provided an excellent performance of singing These are the Signs of New Life.

A delicious lunch and baptism cake were served following the service.

Special thanks are extended to all who helped with the service, lunch and in any way to make the event so special. Thank yous also go out to all who attended.

Sympathy is extended to Donald and Faye Mantei and families on the passing of Faye’s brother, Roy Lohse of Beaubier. Roy passed away Jan. 11 in Regina.

The funeral service was held in Weyburn on Jan. 16.

Several community members attended the 2014 Week of Prayer for Christian unity, which was held at St. Giles Anglican Church on Jan. 19. It was sponsored by the Estevan Ministerial Association. Members from the Anglican, United, Catholic and Lutheran churches participated.

Carly Fraser & Michael Berg .................................................................. March 17, 2014 Erin Andruschak & Jesse Chesney ...........................................................June 21, 2014 Trisha Neuberger & Chris English .............................................................June 21, 2014 Maria Sinclair & Mathew Walte..................................................................June 28, 2014 Kandyce Hirsch & Conrad Meili.................................................................June 28, 2014 Amie Sehn & Kyle Whitehead .................................................................... July 12, 2014 Alison Kuntz & Michael Doherty ................................................................. July 12, 2014 Megan Glass & Stephen Lisitza ................................................................. July 19, 2014 Amy Hammermeister & Bradley Belitski .................................................. August 2, 2014 Jolene Pettapiece & Chris Byers ............................................................. August 2, 2014 Alysha Mittelholtz & Garrett Lasko .......................................................... August 2, 2014 Angela Braun & Kevin McNichol............................................................ August 16, 2014 Cassie Dutton & Curtis Bonokoski......................................................... August 23, 2014 Breonna Alexander & Robert Graham................................................... August 30, 2014 Sara Matte & Stephen Lainton ........................................................September 27, 2014 Aleisha Scott & Shadoe Struble .........................................................November 8, 2014

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Sun Country Well Servicing currently has an opening for a Rig Manager for the Estevan Area. Sun Country Well Servicing is a locally owned service rig company based in Estevan. We currently have 11 free standing mobile doubles working in the area and are growing.

Responsibilities: • Overseeing rig operations including the work activities of rig employees .

• Preparing/monitoring work schedule so work is completed on schedule and safety procedures are followed correctly.

• Monitor employees performance and progress.

• Provide the crew with the appropriate tools/supplies.

• Provide guidance and direction to the rig crew on specific tasks.

• Work closely with the Equipment Manager, Area Manager and Well site Supervisor • Control costs to the rigs • Perform accident safety investigation Qualifications: • 5 or more years of experience as a Rig Manager • Valid DL 1A/3A • Valid , H2S. First Aid, BOP • Safety knowledge preferred.

• Ability to deal and communicate effectively with employees, vendors and customers.

• Proven, extensive working knowledge and experience in Service Rig operations.

• Knowledge of rig safety regulations and safety issues.

• Live in or close to Estevan.

Sun Country Well Servicing offers a very competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, vision and dental coverage, life insurance, short term and long term disability coverage and RRSP. We pay above current CAODC rates.

Please email resume or fax it to:

Shannon Leibel

Personnel Coordinator Sun Country Well Servicing

Box 1656, Estevan, SK S4A 1C8

Journeymen Electricians and Apprentices PowerTech Industries Ltd. in Estevan is seeking Journeymen Electricians and Apprentices for work in the Estevan and Carnduff areas.

Experience: Safety Certificates are needed.

1st Aid/CPR, H2S. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license. Full benefits packages and RSP plan.

Duties: Day to day electrical construction and maintenance in the oilfield.

Wage/Salary Info: Depending on experience & qualifications.

To Apply: Fax: (306) 637-2181, e-mail sschoff.pti@sasktel.net or drop off resume to 62 Devonian Street, Estevan, SK.

Office (306) 634-1221 Cell (306) 421-3418 sleibel@suncountrywellservicing.ca

SERVICE RIG PERSONNEL Class 1A & 3A Preferred Above Industry Wages Benefits Packages Opportunity for Advancement Please email or fax resume to:

Email: sleibel@suncountrywellservicing.ca Fax 306 634 1200 • Cell 306 421 3418

JAY’S

WELDING LTD. is looking to fill the position of: Quality Control/ Safety offiCer •3-5 years experience •Valid driver’s license •Valid safety tickets

Interested individuals can fax resume to:

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COOKS

Environmental Administrator

We are looking for 5 full time cooks. Must be able to work until 1 AM nightly 2 years cooking experience preferred but not necessary, will train if needed. Wage is $13.00/hr Duties:

Duties to include, but not limited to: • Tracking each well from start to finish, including; • Starting, updating and composing files for each well • Tracking information and compiling a list of information required from field personnel • Creating spread area maps in Corel from GPS data • Preparing reports and inputting data • Distributing finalized reports in a timely manner.

• Notifying the Ministry of Energy and Resources of drilling waste disposal locations, types of drilling waste and type of oil well to be drilled.

• Applying for permits to the Saskatchewan Watershed Authority for drilling purposes Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel are required as well as excellent organizational skills. An understanding or experience in the oilfield would be an asset.

Start date: As soon as Possible

• Prepare and cook meals for a full menu • Oversee kitchen operations • Work with minimal supervision • Monitor supplies • Supervise kitchen helpers • Follow safety and sanitation requirements • Ensure food quality • Clean kitchen & work area

To apply contact: Nick Sereggela, Manager In Person Fax: 306-634-5636 Email: nsereggela@sasktel.net

To apply: Email or phone Loran Tosczak at 306-421-7858 or loran.thue@prairiemud.ca. You can also drop resumes off at the office. 738-6th Street.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES FIND THE

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES NALCO CHAMPION Nalco Champion, an Ecolab Company, is a global oilfield chemical company with a history of technology leadership and dedicated customer service that allow us to help solve the oil and gas industry's toughest challenges. Nalco Champion has the following immediate openings: Sales Representatives - Estevan, Carlyle, & Area - Developing and maintaining sales relationships with customers. Daily interaction with production operations staff as well as purchasing, research, technical service and regulatory. Self-motivated, organized, team player with strong computer, communication, time management, and people skills. Able to work alone and in remote areas. Background in Oil and Gas treating. Sales experience. Product line knowledge. Excellent work ethic.

Sales Operations Driver, Estevan - Safe handling of products delivered to customer locations and off-loading, Inventory control, Planning most effective routing/utilization for Bulk, Tote, and Drum field deliveries; Return storage of drums and totes, Forklift operations and maintenance. Minimum Class 5 License. Hours of work are MondayFriday days only, no weekends Nalco Champion offers competitive wages and benefits. Our success is due to our people, and we’re looking for more great people to join our team. If you wish to challenge yourself and want to join a dynamic team, please apply online at: http://jobs.ecolab.com

PEOPLE

WELLHEAD ISOLATION SERVICE TECHNICIANS ANDTRAINEES

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ISOLATION Equipment Services Inc. an expanding Oil Service & Supply Company is seeking quality Service Technicians and Trainees. Previous exp. with service rigs, fracturing, or similar industry exp. with oilfield tickets is an asset Class 1 or 3 driver’s License applicants will get primacy (Drivers with Class 5 & 5Q will be considered if Applicant has relevant oilfield experience) A current driver’s abstract req’d Off-road driving exp. is an asset.

MUST HAVE valid H2S and AB/BC First Aid Tickets BENEFITS * Exc. monthly guarantee * Exc. job bonus * Excellent Benefit Plan and Travel Expenses. * Retirement Plan * Lucrative Quarterly Safety Bonus Program * Christmas Bonus Fax or email your resume and driver’s abstract to: Fax: (403) 347 3406 Email: l.enzie@isolationequipment.com or drop off at 307 Clare Street, Arcola Sk ATTN: Lori Enzie or Ron Hayward

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South East Cornerstone Public School Division

NOW HIRING Permanent Full-Time

JOURNEYMAN PLUMBER Noralta Technologies Inc. has become a leader in the energy industry, implementing a business development strategy that focuses on developing new technology solutions for complex oilfield problems. We are an established, aggressive, technological leader, with branches in Alberta, and Saskatchewan.

Noralta has experienced continual growth and because of our rapidly expanding needs in the oil and gas industry, we are currently accepting applications for the following position in Estevan, Saskatchewan:

Full Benefit Package and Employer defined Pension Company Vehicle & Tools Provided Salary range: $30.87 - $35.91 Further information on the position visit www.cornerstonesd.ca

Estevan Area Manager This senior level position is based out of Estevan, Saskatchewan. Reporting to Operations Manager, the successful candidate will be a team leader who focuses on managing operational and fiscal activities including staffing levels, budgets, and financial goals. You will ensure all work activities meet quality standards, as well as client expectations. You will be a dynamic, welleducated manager with knowledge in automation technologies, as well as electrical and instrumentation services. A combined background in process automation and maintenance management would be considered a great asset. You will ensure business needs are met, as well as develop excellent team working relationships.

Walmart wants

Because safety is considered to be of prime importance to the success of Noralta, the Area Manager is required to maintain a healthy and safe work environment. As part of the performance appraisal process for all employees, you will be evaluated on your knowledge and use of the safety policy and program, and relevant safe work practices and job procedures.

As an Area Manager you will review and communicate proper standards, procedures and codes of practice. You will manage and lead projects, as well as be responsible for long and short term planning. While establishing exceptional business plans and strategies, you will work to optimize financial expenditures.

Noralta Technologies is a family orientated company that believes in small town values and that the candidate would be responsible to promote, support and be part of the community.

Our Ideal Candidate: • • • • • • • •

Journeyman Instrumentation Technician or Journeyman Electrician Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in the Oil and Gas Industry is required Self-starter with proven leadership skills Assist with employee training efforts to develop technical skill level Ensure that financial and non-financial targets are met Ability to establish and maintain effective operational relationships with employees, supervisors, and clients Excellent and effective oral and written communication skills and a positive attitude Proficiency in the use and application of the following software: Preferred: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook)

Noralta Technologies Inc offers a highly attractive salary/remuneration package which will be individually negotiated, with immense opportunity for technical and managerial career growth. For the suitable candidate, this is a superb opportunity for a successful career in the oil and gas industry.

Send resumes to: Attn: Human Resources at Noralta Technologies Inc., #2350, 444 – 5th Avenue SW Calgary, AB T2P 2T8 or E-mail: humanresources@noralta.com You can also apply online at www.noralta.com Please quote the job title and location in your application.

Only successful applicants will be contacted. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest.

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FOOD SERVICE WORKERS We are accepting resumes for full-time positions.

Duties include: Food preparation, stock and inventory, serving customers, some baking, making sandwiches, operate cash register and be able to give proper change as well as general cleaning and equipment maintenance

Starting wage - $11.01/hr.

If you are interested in joining our team apply in person with resume or fax to:

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Gibson Energy ULC is a progressive, growth oriented, North American midstream oil & gas company. We are currently seeking enthusiastic, results oriented professional drivers for our South East Saskatchewan Operations in: Frobisher, Estevan, Weyburn.

COMPANY DRIVERS CUSTOM TREATING AND TERMINALS SWAMPERS OWNER OPERATORS Qualifications required: • Drivers must possess a valid Class 1 or 3 license with air endorsement • Swampers must possess a valid Class 5 license • 2+ years driving experience • Oilfield experience is an asset Gibson Energy ULC offers a competitive compensation package.

Interested candidates are asked to fax resumes to: 306-486-2022, or email to: dfrobisher@gibsons.com www.gibsons.com

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T. Bird Oil Ltd. is currently looking for a Production Accountant to fill a 15-month term position (potential to turn into a permanent position). The applicant will be responsible for all aspects of the production accounting cycle for Saskatchewan and Manitoba oil wells. The applicant should consistently demonstrate a high level of accuracy and detail in their work.

Key Responsibilities: • gather and analyze monthly production data from the data coordinator • prepare oil and gas pipeline splits • submit pipeline splits, volumetrics, SAF and OAF on Petrinex • complete trucking deductions and oil valuations • manage royalty tax payer records • book revenue and royalties Qualifications: • dedicated, detail-oriented, and reliable • strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Petrinex • minimum 3-5 years experience in production accounting • CAPPA Certification an asset

Kelly Panteluk Construction Ltd. has a full-time Service Administrator position available in the maintenance division of the company in Estevan, SK. This position would handle the administrative tasks of managing a fleet of earthmoving equipment and parts. Working with the fleet and service manager, this position would manage parts inventory, order parts, write up work orders, track time to repairs, enter invoicing to be paid, and track equipment usage and location.

Required Skills: • Computer experience a necessity. Previous experience with a parts inventory system, and ability to learn fleet management and accounts payable programs an asset.

• Good people skills. An enthusiastic team member that would work together and communicate clearly with mechanics, office staff and suppliers.

• Organizational and time management skills. Interest in learning about equipment and their components.

• Attention to detail and analytical skills. Manage inventory levels and purchasing quantities; properly ordering and documenting parts and service for repairs.

The ideal candidate would have previously worked in a repair shop, either writing up work orders or in parts sales.

This person would have a basic knowledge of equipment that would work with limited supervision. The applicant must enjoy working with people and would contribute to a positive and healthy work environment.

KPCL offers competitive wages, with overtime pay after forty hours per week. This position may require overtime hours.

Forward your resume by email, complete with three references to: Attention: Oakley Sauder, Fleet and Service Manager – osauder@kpcl.sk.ca No Phone Calls or Fax Please.

Please send resume by:

Email: tward@tbirdoil.com or Fax: 306-637-3751

DIRECTIONAL DRILLER SASKATCHEWAN & MANITOBA

ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN/ ACCOUNTING TRAINEE

Siever, Vermeersch & Fonstad, A group of Professional Accountants, is a growing Estevan based accounting firm providing a wide range of accounting services to our diverse clientele. To meet the demands of our continued growth we are accepting resumes for the position of accounting technician/accounting trainee.

The ideal candidate would be someone with an accounting diploma or someone actively working towards a diploma or a designation along with experience in the accounting field.

The successful candidate will be exposed to a wide variety of assignments including bookkeeping, payroll, corporate working papers as well as personal and corporate taxation. We provide ongoing training and professional development in accounting and taxation. Candidates must be able to communicate effectively with clients. A working knowledge of computer based accounting programs would be considered an asset. The candidate must be able to perform well within a team oriented work place.

To find out more about this opportunity please view our website @ www.svf.ca Forward your resume to the following: Jim Vermeersch, FCGA Siever, Vermeersch & Fonstad 1123 4th Street Estevan, Sask.

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Based out of our Estevan, SK operational facility, field consultants lead complex Directional Drilling assignments for our clients in Saskatchewan and Manitoba. Your talent and professional skills as a Directional Driller will be used to provide advice, analysis, equipment expertise and excellent directional survey data to the client representative. Be a part of team that is performance driven, service oriented and focused on new technology and innovation.

QUALIFICATIONS: • • • • • •

2+ years directional drilling field experience within Saskatchewan and Manitoba is essential.

Strong skills in drilling calculations and mathematics (calculating motor outputs, meters ahead, meters seen, build rate required, meters to slide, etc.).

Proficient in the use of directional drilling survey software and the ability to learn and adapt to new software including KellyDown and Cathedral’s Syndicate field reporting system.

Ability to work 12 hour shifts (including nights) and be away from home for extended periods of time.

While on location, on-call 24 hours.

Applicants must currently reside in Western Canada and be legally able to work in Canada (Valid Work Permit, Canadian Citizen or a Permanent Resident).

Willingness to provide professional references.

If you are looking for a great place to grow with a leading company, then look no further.

Cathedral Energy Services has built a reputation that provides leadership in today’s oil & gas service industry.

Please visit our website and apply online at www.CathedralEnergyServices.com or by email to HRCANADA@CathedralEnergyServices.com Attention: Human Resources

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Estevan Mercury

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES MWD FIELD OPERATOR

Estevan newest restaurant

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Based out of our Estevan, SK operational facility, MWD (Measurement While Drilling) field consultants perform services on rural remote rig-sites. Your talent and professional skills as a MWD Operator will be used to provide advice, analysis, MWD equipment expertise and excellent directional survey and gamma data to the client representative. Be a part of a team that is performance driven, service oriented and focused on new technology and innovation.

The Flats is seeking energetic, enthusiastic applicants with great attitudes to work in a brand new, completely renovated restaurant.

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Valid safety certificates (H2S, TDG, First Aid & CPR, WHMIS, Safe Driving).

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Strong skills in mathematics and basic drilling calculations.

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If you are looking for a great place to grow with a leading company, then look no further. Cathedral Energy Services has built a reputation that provides leadership in today’s oil & gas service industry.

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Estevan Meter Services Ltd. is a leading provider of oilfield instrumentation, combustion services, and technical supplies to the southeast Saskatchewan & southwest Manitoba oil patch since 1967.

A COMPANY ON THE MOVE This is a remarkable time for global agriculture and for Richardson. Our industry is undergoing unprecedented change with increasing world demand, and our company is experiencing transformational growth. Richardson International is Canada’s largest, privately owned agribusiness and is recognized as a global leader in agriculture and food processing.

We currently have openings at our Estevan, SK Richardson Pioneer Ag Business Centre.

Sales Agronomist Sales Agronomists are responsible for contributing to customers, as well as overall business unit and corporate profitability by providing accurate and label directed agronomic information; completing detailed crop plans with customers; interpreting soil and tissue analysis results with customers; and scouting fields to assist customers with weed, insect, and disease control options.

The ideal candidate will have a Degree in Agriculture and/or a minimum of 3 - 5 years of agronomy and crop inputs sales experience, excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Applications. The Certified Crop Advisor designation would be considered an asset.

Area Marketing Representative This position is responsible for developing a market growth strategy; identifying grain merchandising and crop input opportunities; establishing strong customer relationships; and maintaining key contact with all farm customers within the region.

Specific responsibilities include seed, fertilizer and crop input sales; providing contract services to customers; purchasing grain; coordinating the logistics for grain movement; and credit management.

The ideal candidate will have a Diploma/Degree in Agriculture/Business, several years of related agriculture experience, above average communication, leadership and organizational skills, problem solving and decision making skills and knowledge of environment, health and safety standards and Microsoft Applications. Experience in a merchandising role would be considered an asset.

Agribusiness Development Program Agribusiness Assistants enter into Richardson Pioneer’s 1 year multi-dimensional Agribusiness Development Program designed to provide exposure to and help identify the new grad’s specific career path in Agronomy, Agribusiness, Grain Sales & Marketing or Crop Inputs Sales. Experience and exposure will also be provided in grain handling and operations management, specifically budgeting and business planning.

Graduates of Agriculture or Business Degree/Diploma programs who are interested in working in a career within the agricultural industry are encouraged to apply. We are looking for ambitious students with a strong sense of initiative, excellent customer service and leadership skills, ambitious, organized and detail oriented, strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Agribusiness Students (Estevan and Lampman, SK) Agribusiness Students assist with crop input retail activities including exposure to agronomic support provided to producers; operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner; maintain inventory controls; provide excellent customer service; gain exposure to grain logistics; and assist with storage and shipment of grain.

Students or graduates of Agriculture or Business Degree/Diploma programs are encouraged to apply. Agricultural background is considered an asset but not required.

We are looking for ambitious students who are detail oriented and possess strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.

Richardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of competitive salary, pension, a flexible benefits plan and training and career development opportunities.

Interested candidates should apply online by visiting www.richardson.ca to upload their cover letter and résumé before February 7th, 2014.

Richardson values diversity in the workplace. Women, aboriginal people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify.

We are currently seeking an individual to fill the position of

CUSTOMER SERVICE/BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER If you believe you are someone who can add value by helping lead our crew in continuing to be a top organization within a globally recognized economic region this position is suited for you.

Duties to include maintaining and developing client relationships, gathering customer feedback, increasing range of services utilized by existing customers, identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, and enhancing customer service.

The ideal candidate will have instrumentation, battery operations, or facilities experience from within the local oilfield possessing strong interpersonal and communication skills with an attitude toward excellent customer service.

Consideration will be given to individuals with oilfield experience, instrumentation knowledge, strong communication skills and/or those with previous sales training or experience.

This position offers excellent benefits, pension, performance bonus, and exceptional salary in a well-established positive atmosphere.

Please Apply by Cover Letter and Resume to:

email: dmartens@estevanmeter.com RE: Sales Manager Only persons to be interviewed will be contacted.

Husky Travel Center is Hiring the following Positions

DISHWASHERS (4 positions) Wash Dishes, glassware, flatware, pots and pans using dishwashers or by hand.

Place dishes in storage area scour pots and pans and may clean and polish silverware.

Clear and clean dishes flatware and other items to serving area and set table.

Replenish condiments and other supplies at tables and stacking dishes.

Sweep and mop floors and perform other duties directed by kitchen staff.

Clear and clean tables, trays and chairs, Load buspans and trays, Set tables, Replenish condiments and other supplies at tables and serving areas, Replace linen, Assist food and beverage servers in formal service activities Dishwashing Skills: Operate dishwashers to wash dishes, glassware and flatware, Sanitize and wash dishes and other items by hand, Scour pots and pans, Operate pot-washing machines, Clean and polish silverware, Clean and sanitize items such as dishwasher mats, carts and waste disposal units. Weight Handling: Up to 9 kg (20 lbs) Starting wage 11$ per hour COOK (6 positions) Food Preparation Specializations: Bakery goods and desserts, Stocks, soups and sauces, Eggs and dairy, Cold kitchen (salads, appetizers, sandwiches), Cereals, grains and pulses, Vegetables, fruits, nuts and mushrooms, Meat, Poultry, Pasta, Fish, Seafood Types of Meals/Food Prepared: All meals Specific Skills: Prepare and cook full course meals, Prepare and cook individual dishes and foods, Prepare and cook special meals for patients as instructed by dietitian or chef, Plan menus, Ensure quality of food and determine size of food proportions, Work with minimal supervision, Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances, Estimate food requirements and costs, Inspect kitchens and food service areas, Order supplies and equipment, Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment, Work with specialized cooking equipment (deep fryer, etc.), Clean kitchen and work areas, Wash dishes, Organize and manage buffets and banquets, Manage kitchen finances.

Starting wage 12$ per hour SERvER /FOOD COunTER ATTEnDAnT (4 positions) Take customers’ orders, Prepare, heat and finish simple food items, Serve customers at counters or buffet tables, Use manual and electrical appliances to clean, peel, slice and trim foodstuffs, Portion and wrap foods, Package take-out food, Stock refrigerators and salad bars, Keep records of the quantities of food used Starting Wage=11.00$ FOOD SERvICE SuPERvISOR (2 positions) Supervisory Experience: Food and beverage servers, Food service counter attendants and food preparers, Kitchen and food service helpers Specific Skills: Supervise and co-ordinate activities of staff who prepare and portion food, Establish work schedule, Estimate and order ingredients and supplies, Ensure food service and quality control, Maintain records of stock, repairs, sales and wastage, Prepare and submit reports, Must have knowledge of the establishment’s culinary genres, Supervise and check assembly of trays, Supervise and check delivery of food trolleys Additional Skills: Establish methods to meet work schedules, Train staff in job duties, sanitation and safety procedures, Hire food service staff, Prepare budget and cost estimates Starting Wage 15$ per hour

Please Email Your Resume at hk6023@popmail.huskyenergy.ca Or Apply in person at 201-4th Street Estevan SK, S4A 0T5, Ph: 306-634-3109 Husky Travel Center is an equal Opportunity Employer

www.estevanmercury.ca

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Upcoming events at EAGM Outram-Madigan 4-H Beef Club report Carson Petterson Club reporter The Outram-Madigan 4-H Beef Club had their first meeting of the new season on Nov. 3, 2013 at Shawn and Janine Petterson’s house. The members discussed Parliamentary procedure before doing club elections.

The executive team for the 2013/2014 is Tess Brokenshire as president; Abbie Brokenshire vice president, Carlee Ross as secretary, Carson Petterson as club reporter, and Ian Petterson is the thank you person. The club has 10 members; the Cloverbuds, Kyla Driedger, Kade Phillips, Sasha Mantei; the Juniors: Kiera Philips, Ian Petterson, Carson Petterson, Carlee Ross; and the Intermediates: Tess Brokenshire, Abbie Brokenshire, and Cassidy Ross. The general leaders are Chad and Crystal Ross.

On Dec. 8, we had our Christmas Party with all of the clubs in District 1. We

went skating at the Icon Centre and played games.

We had a potluck supper at the Exhibition Hall. All of the food was wonderful, we had a wonderful time playing with old friends and making new friends.

This year, Abbie Brokenshire asked if instead of buying a gift for a club member, we could donate to the World Relief organization. The families donated cash up to $240 dollars, and with the funds, we were going to help by purchasing the following; a pair of goats that will provide milk for drinking, manure for gardens, and meat for meals. This gift will continue to give when offspring are born and additional pairs are given to neighbouring f amilies.

A fishnet will also be bought that will help to provide a family with a healthy source of protein and income from selling the fish.

Farmers are trained in areas such as crops

section and rotation, soil conservation, and animal husbandry. The support for teacher development will equip children and adults in literacy and basic education. The training for teachers and farmers is wonderful as knowledge is the power to fight poverty and can be taught to anyone willing to learn for generations.

This month, the Benson 4-H Beef Club is hosting district curling at the Estevan rink.

We cannot wait to see everyone again.

The Estevan Art Gallery and Museum (EAGM) is holding an informal art potluck supper on Jan. 23.

The fun begins at 7 p.m.

The event gives the citizens of Estevan an opportunity to eat, socialize, talk about art, and discuss ideas they might have for the gallery.

Those who attend will be urged to talk about their ideas for programming, exhibitions, workshops, community creative groups, and events.

The evening is about discussing the needs of the citizens, so they are asked to bring a dish to share, and to talk about concerns regarding the city, or the

gallery.

It does not matter if participants are long-term or short-term residents of Estevan, young or old, a part of any minority, or merely interested in the cultural well-being of Estevan. All are welcomed.

Those interested in attending are asked to contact the EAGM office. eagm@sasktel.net or call 306-634-7644.

Then on Jan. 30, the EAGM is holding the Pinterest Challenge.

Pinterest is a pinboard style, photo-sharing website that allows users to create and manage theme-based image col-

lections such as events, interests, and hobbies.

Users can browse the site for crafts and photos.

The event gets frequent “pinners” to stop just pinning crafts and start actually doing them.

This will be a monthly event that requires a small registration fee but all art supplies are included.

The activities done are often crafts, and all come from the popular photosharing website.

Those interested can pre-register for the Pinterest Challenge with the EAGM’s educator, Karly Garnier at 306-634-7644 or at galleryed@sasktel. net.

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ESTEVAN THE ENERGY CITY City of Estevan - Residential Lot for Sale ‘DOMINION HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION-PHASE 2’

Public Notice

It has been noted that some public streets have been littered with Regen carts please be aware that the following is a condition of Bylaw 2013-1926 8. STORAGE OF RECEPTACLES (1) Except as otherwise herein provided, no person store an approved receptacle, upon any portion of a street or boulevard.

(2) The owner or occupant of every premise shall provide sufficient space on that premise for storage of the approved receptacles.

(3) The owner or occupant, where front street collection is estabilished, shall place the approved receptacle on the street against the curb or at or at an approved alternate location no ealier that 6:00 p.m. on the day prior to scheduled collection and removed prior to 8:00 p.m. on the day of collection.

Please contact Judy Pilloud City Clerk 306-634-1852 if you have any questions regarding the full bylaw.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER (Dispatcher)

Duties and Responsibilities: The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent interpersonal communication skills. This person will handle incoming telephone calls, general public inquiries and complaints, and will communicate via radio transmissions with members on patrol. Must be able to work independently under stress as well as produce a high degree of accuracy.

Application packages can be picked up at the Estevan Police Service or mailed out upon request. Only successful candidates will be contacted.

Please return the completed package with an updated resume in a sealed envelope to: Chief of Police Estevan Police Service 301-11th Ave.Estevan, Sask. S4A 1C7

“Doodlebugs” – Part Time Play Care Facilitator Leisure Services, as part of a healthy community initiative has an opening for a Play care Facilitator.

Typical hours run from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm – Monday to Friday This position is ideal for; A stay at home parent looking to work while the kids are at school, or A retired individual The instructors are able to look after the children, while the parents or guardians are free to enjoy personal time in our facility fitness Centre, swimming pool, multi-purpose room and/or tennis/squash courts, focusing on their physical and mental health.

For further information, please contact: Kelvin Pillipow, Human Resources Co-ordinator, 1102 – 4th Street Estevan, SK S4A 0W7 Ph: (306) 634-1842 • F: (306) 634-9790 • hr@estevan.ca We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

The City of Estevan has one (1) Single-family residential lot for sale located at 1918 Matte Court-Lot 23 Block 168.

Conditions of Sale include: • •

Lot Purchase price: $118,884.00 plus G.S.T & transfer fees.

50% (non-refundable) down payment, with remainder of purchase price to be paid within 6 months of purchase agreement date.

• Construction to commence within 6 months of purchase agreement date.

For further information please contact the Land Development Services Division, 1102 Fourth Street, Estevan, Saskatchewan, (306) 634-1821.

At The Library...

Children’s Programs - FREE! Call 306-636-1621 for pre-registration unless otherwise indicated.

Baby Time: Thursday, January 23 @ 10:30 am or Programs are FREE! Monday, January 27 @ 7:00-7:30 pm For babies up to 18 months & their caregivers. Songs and rhymes, bounces and books! This is a fun, interactive parent-child program that ends with a baby-inspired craft.

Teen & Adult Programs - FREE! Book Club After Dark. Wednesday, January 22nd @ 5:30 pm. Love & Romance come in many forms. this month’s book is Bared to You by Sylvia Day. The story of two damaged people finding love & lust enough to burn brighter than they could imagine. Due to the subject matter of the material, adults 18+ only, please. To request a copy or for more information, call Krista.

Cover-to-Cover Book Club. Thursday, January 23rd @ 6:30 pm. This month’s book is The House Girl: A Novel by Tara Conklin. An unforgettable story of love, history, and a search for justice, set in modern- day New York and 1852 Virginia. Call Krista to reserve your copy today.

New members of all ages always welcome!

Winter Wellness Day. Saturday, January 25th @ 2:00PM. The winter blues are setting in, even though spring is still months off. Fear not, the library is here to help you overcome them!

Learn how to make your own DIY decongestant shower fizzy and body rub; and make your own aromatherapy necklace to keep the sniffles at bay. For ages 15+.

Arm Knit an Infinity Scarf. Sunday, January 26th @ 2:00PM. Arm knitting is taking the internet by storm! Using only size 6, super bulky yarn and no knitting needles you can create a lovely infinity scarf! You will need to bring your favourite yarn & your arms, nothing else!

Mobile Device Advice. Mondays, January 27th @ 3:00 or 4:00PM. Tablets, e-readers and smart phones – oh my! If you’re feeling a little overwhelmed by your mobile device, we are here to help! Join Krista for a 30 minute one on one tutoring session on your device. To register, please call and let us know which device you require assistance with.

Heart and Stroke Foundation Kick off. Thursday, January 30th @ 6:00-8:00PM. The Heart and Stroke Foundation of Saskatchewan will host a Heart Rally at the Library to kick off their annual Heart Month Campaign. The event will be an opportunity for volunteers to pick up their canvasser kits and for the general public to learn more about the Heart Month campaign and heart disease and stroke. For more information, or to volunteer as a door-to-door or online canvasser, contact Tamara Bloor at 306-461-8209.

Call 306-636-1621 for pre-registration.

WHAT’S HAPPENING AT THE ESTEVAN ARTS COUNCIL? “promoting the arts in OUR community”

STARS FOR SASKATCHEWAN

ENERGY CITY FILM CIRCUIT

Next Film: Cas & Dylan - January 25, 2014 4:00 Orpheum Theatre

KONCERTS FOR KIDS

Fubuki Daiko – March 11, 2014 7:00 pm at Estevan Comprehensive School (Sponsored by Dayman Trucking) Massive Munsch – April 10, 2014 7:00 pm at Westview School (Sponsored by Sherritt Coal)

Contact us for more information on our programs 306-634-3942

Music Intima – January 30, 2014 7:30 pm at St. Paul’s United Church Musica Intima has earned a reputation as Canada’s most exciting vocal ensemble. They are internationally renowned for their warm and engaging stage presence, impeccable musicianship, and unique perspective on ensemble singing.

Elmer Iseler Singers – February 6, 2014 7:30 pm at St. Paul’s United Church Ballet Jorgen Romeo and Juliet – February 18, 2014 7:30 pm at E.C.S. Guy and Nadina – April 12, 2014 7:30 pm at St. Paul’s United Church (Sponsored by Drewitz School of Dance & Enbridge) Everything Fitz – May 4, 2014 2:30 pm at E.C.S. (Sponsored by Enbridge & Level best Technology)

VISUAL ARTS Watch for more information on our new upcoming Visual Arts programs starting in February!

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Parent & Child Pottery - Children’s Clay Class Basic Beginner Beading - Acrylic Painting Adult Pottery - Scratch Art Pottery Wheel Throwing - March Break Art Camp Make a hand built teapot

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