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One of the most beautiful sights in nature, the northern lights have been visible over the past couple of weeks. The above photo was shot by Trinda Jocelyn of the Mercury last week.

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On a night when many involved were celebrating their own personal milestones, the Estevan Relay for Life marked a milestone of its own. It was announced in the opening ceremonies that the Estevan relay had raised over $967,000 since it began seven years earlier. Thanks to a $60,150 haul at the 2013 Relay, the local event went over the $1 million mark all-time, an incredible accomplishment that speaks volumes about the people that have been involved with Relay over the years. Patrick Fisher, the chairman for the 2013 Relay, said they were thrilled to push the total over $1 million with this year’s effort. “Doing $1 million in eight years is really an incredible feat and shows the support that Estevan gives to the Canadian Cancer Society

Relay chairman Patrick Fisher and the Relay for Life,” he said. Entering the 2013 event, the organizing committee had a fundraising goal of just over

Tender on Highway 47 work closes Estevan’s beleaguered roads were a major topic of conversation in council chambers Monday night. It was announced during council’s regular meeting that the tenders on the rebuild of Highway 47 through the city were to close Tuesday. Mayor Roy Ludwig said council

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planned to make a quick decision on which company to go with and was hopeful that construction would begin as soon as possible. “We would like to be moving immediately if we could because it is very important to us and the citizenry that we get moving on that,” said Ludwig. “It will

depend on who the low tender is and how quickly they can mobilize to Estevan and if it is our local contractor, how quick he can tie up his commitments and get at it as soon as possible. It is premature to say a date, but we would hope that we could get started in July.” The state of Highway

47 as it passes through Estevan has been a major source of frustration for drivers and one of embarrassment for the City since earlier this year. Although the road has been in need of repaving for years, a harsh winter expedited any plans the City may have had. According to city man-

ager Jim Puffalt’s report, the City will repave Souris Avenue South from Fourth Street to Sixth Street; Souris Avenue North from King Street to Wellock Road; Sixth Street from Souris Avenue to 13th Avenue; 13th Avenue from Fourth Street to King Street and Potholes ⇢A2

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$100,000. Although they fell short of that total, Fisher said they were still thrilled to see such an impressive total. “The real impressive thing here is with 10 teams and 81 participants, that number averages out to be $711 per participant. Plus, Sacred Heart did a fantastic job fundraising for their mini relay and contributed about $12,500 of the total. Even comparing it to Moose Jaw, they had 17 teams and I don’t think they even hit $50,000. “All the teams that we get do a fantastic job of fundraising and really show some initiative to get some big numbers.” The 2013 edition of Relay kicked off with the opening ceremonies Saturday evening in the Civic Auditorium. Among the speakers were cancer survivors’ Carol Cundall and Mary Antonenko. Relay ⇢A3

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Estevan man arrested in child porn sweep A province-wide child pornography investigation has led to the arrest of an Estevan resident. Barry Jefferson, 33, was among eight men arrested following what was described as “an online, pro-active investigation on the Internet into activities pertaining to the possession and distribution of child abuse images in the province of Saskatchewan.” The investigation was a joint effort between the Saskatchewan Internet Child Exploitation Unit and the Canadian Police Centre for Missing and Exploited Children. “A lot of stuff we are doing is because (child porn) is getting so prominent out there now that it’s more reactive, so we wanted to do a more proactive investigation on these file sharing programs,” said Staff Sergeant Ron Weir, the provincial co-ordinator of the ICE unit.

“We have programs where we are able to go in and see who is actively sharing or accessing child pornography within the province. We tried to set off a little bit of time over the last few months to proactively go after some of these offenders.” Jefferson faces charges of accessing child pornography, possession of child pornography and making child pornography available. In all, six of the people arrested in the sweep are facing the same three charges. “(Jefferson) was accessing it, he was in possession of it and because of the file sharing means to the programs they are using, he was allowing others to access his collections as well and that is where the other charge comes in,” Weir said. Also arrested as a result of the investigation was Mark Nordgulen of Arcola who faces charges of accessing child pornogra-

St. Joseph’s budget hiked to $19 million

Now that the Sun Country Health Region’s $141 million budget has been released, more details concerning the financial needs at St. Joseph’s Hospital have been made known. Because the hospital is an affiliated facility, not part of the health region’s regular facility budgeting process, it must maintain a separate budget and accounting regime. Greg Hoffort, executive director at St. Joe’s, said the hospital will be required to operate this year on a budget “that is just shy of $19 million and $16.5 to $17 million

of that will come from Sun Country via the provincial funding formula.” Additional revenues are garnered through third-party billings, meaning services rendered to clients and patients who are registered in plans out of the province and payments for extended care residents in the hospital. With last week’s announcement that laundry services for all health regions will be centralized in Regina, Saskatoon and Prince Albert by 2016, Hoffort said the centralization plan doesn’t include or affect the affiliated facilities.

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“We’re confident in our service being provided right here. It’s cost efficient, and the hospital laundry will continue to provide the service for this facility as well as the Estevan Regional Nursing Home.” St. Joseph’s laundry services were threatened once before about four years ago when Sun Country attempted to centralize all laundry services in the region. The backlash and the disruption to the steady flow of service, especially for residential laundry, led to the decision to restore laundry service in Estevan at St. Joseph’s. Hoffort said St. Joseph’s currently provides full laundry services for the hospital and ERNH using local employees who are engaged in 4.6 full time equivalent positions. On another front, he said the wait for word on a CT scanner for imaging services at the hospital is still on. “It’s still in a holding pattern at the Health Ministry level. We made our presentation and we’re intent on having the service up and operational by 2014,” Hoffort said.

phy, possession of child pornography and making child pornography available. The eight men, who ranged in age from 24 to 56, have all made their first court appearances and were released on a number of conditions. In the press release it was noted that officers did not find any connections between the men arrested and the children depicted in the images. As has been well documented, child pornography is a growing issue throughout the world and obviously Saskatchewan is not immune. The ICE unit is comprised of officers from the RCMP as well as the Saskatoon, Prince Albert and Regina Police Services who have a mandate to investigate crimes involving the abuse and exploitation of children on the Internet. “Because of the accessibility that everyone has to the Internet, it’s unbelievable as to how much access these people have readily accessible at their fingertips because of the Internet,” said Weir who added that the easy availability of child porn has created an incredible amount of work for the officers in the unit. “Each investigator is going to be carrying eight to 15 investigations at any given time. We are averaging about 200

new investigations every year and we could easily do more if we had the time to do it in a more proactive way but we are just getting overloaded with the work. The more we do it just backlogs on the back end so we can only do so much on the front end while we are analyzing all of the information that we get.”

“Because of the accessibility that everyone has to the Internet, it’s unbelievable as to how much access these people have readily accessible at their fingertips because of the Internet.” — Staff Sergeant Ron Weir

Pothole repairs to begin A1⇠ King Street from 13th Avenue to Cundall Drive. The entire project is expected to cost over $4 million and Ludwig estimates that it could take up to 10 weeks to complete. If that timeline is correct, whoever does win the bid will need to begin soon if the job is to be completed in 2013. Ludwig said council is committed to completing the job this year and has “full confidence” it will be done. “I don’t see whoever gets the tender being that late that it won’t be done this year,” he said. “We are moving forward with the full intention of this being done before the colder weather sets in in October, we are hoping to see this done, absolutely.” Ludwig said four companies expressed interest in the job and he is hopeful

that they will receive four to five tenders. However, he admitted they have been optimistic before, only to see one bid submitted. “I know in the past when we have expected a lot of interest, because we are so busy in the province we haven’t got the interest that we thought we would get.” Aside from the ongoing headache that is Highway 47, the City is also attempting to keep up with the plethora of potholes in other areas of Estevan. It was noted the City has been receiving a lot of complaints regarding potholes and Ludwig said they would be a major focus in the coming weeks. “Our summer students are in place and I think that will help the problem. The rain has not helped our issues any. I’m not trying to make excuses because it is

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very important that we get at these potholes right away, the citizens have made that very loud and clear.” To help speed along the repairs, Ludwig said the City is renting a piece of equipment specifically designed to fix potholes. He added the unit can be pulled behind a truck and only requires two people to operate. “It has compressed air on board and will (clean) the pothole out. It’s got a hot oil mixture that we put in the pothole and it has an emulsion, which is not the regular hot mix that we have been putting in potholes, it is supposed to be better for potholes. We are even looking at bringing in our little packer and packing it in and we are hoping it will be a one-time deal,” said Ludwig who added that if the equipment is as good as advertised they would look into purchasing it. Ludwig said if residents have a particular area they want to bring attention to they should call City Hall. He also asked the public to be respectful towards City staff, noting that they have had some incidents recently where some unkind gestures and words were directed

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The 2013 Relay For Life was held Saturday and Sunday at the Civic Auditorium. One of the more emotional events of the evening was the survivors’ lap, which was followed by a walk with family members and caregivers. (Above) Honourary chairwoman, Mary Antonenko had the chance to walk with family and friends.

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Cancer survivor Delaine Turner walks with family members.

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Relay provides emotional evening A1⇠ Both women shared emotional words about their experiences in battling cancer and the importance of events such as Relay in their lives. “I would like to thank each and every one of our survivors,” Cundall said. “Relay for Life celebrates, and I do mean celebrates, all of the survivor’s success in their individual battles against cancer. It gives hope to our families when they have had a family member diagnosed with cancer. “Relay for Life gives us an opportunity to ﬁght back. As a survivor, sometimes that is the one thing we have; we ﬁght. This is our opportunity to make a difference, to take action.” Cundall said although much of the focus around Relay is raising much-needed funds to battle the disease, it also encourages people to talk about cancer and heightens awareness in the general public. “It’s about more than the fundraising. It’s about encouraging people to ensure early diagnosis, encouraging

healthy lifestyles and by doing this we will save lives.” Antonenko, who was diagnosed with Stage 4 ovarian cancer, was initially given a very grim prognosis but has been waging a successful fight for a couple of years. She credits having a positive attitude as one of the keys to her winning the fight. “I maintained a positive outlook throughout my surgeries and treatments,” she said. “Most days were pretty good but there were a few that weren’t so great. I truly believe that all the medicine in the world cannot work to its fullest potential, if, as a patient, you are not doing your absolute best to keep a positive outlook. “I have been asked several times how did I stay positive and not just let it get me down? I made that choice to remain as positive as I could because I wanted to get better as quick as possible. Without question it is a choice.” Antonenko added she wanted to be an example to those who are going through their own battles with cancer, noting that if people see how she was able to win her fight, others

will realize they can win their own battles too. “Remember that it is a choice. We can make it positive or not.” Following the opening ceremony, the event officially began with the Survivor’s Walk, which remains one of the most powerful aspects of the evening. “It’s definitely the most emotional part of the night. Taking the time to talk to them and hearing some of their stories, they are always so glad to come out and talk about what they did and just show that there is definitely hope. It’s not a death sentence anymore.” Fisher said on the whole this year’s event went very well. The organizing committee had made plans for an outdoor track behind the Aud for those interested in walking outside, but the heavy rains that hit Estevan Saturday scrubbed that plan. “We wanted to try and accommodate people who did want to go outside. It just seems to always rain the second weekend of June.”

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Education easier to get earlier in life There were no refrains about the lazy, no good kids these days at the Estevan Comprehensive School’s awards night, as the community came together to celebrate some of the top young people the Energy City has to offer. The students honoured with scholarships, bursaries and awards have demonstrated excellence and commitment while achieving success for not only the past year, but also much of their educational careers. The final awards of the night went to Mr. and Miss ECS in each grade. Joshua Pele and Tara Dodds received the honour in their final year at the school, while

Kale Little and Tija Donovan represented Grade 11, Jaime Collins and Kristen Skjonsby claimed the Grade 10 titles, and Carson Perkins and Abbie Reich received the Grade 9 plaques. Principal Mike Little served as emcee for the evening, and it was the last time he will do so before retiring at the end of the school year. Estevan’s former mayor and former educator Gary St. Onge provided the keynote address, which carried the theme of learning throughout one’s lifetime. St. Onge spoke about the phases of his life, moving from one thing to the next and always needing to learn something new in order to

Mr. ECS Joshua Pele and Miss ECS Tara Dodds, Grade 12.

Miss ECS Tija Donovan and Mr. ECS Kale Little, Grade 11.

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keep up. He noted people generally have three or more different careers in their lifetime nowadays. He spent his teaching time between Bienfait and Torquay schools before moving to the STC bus depot in Estevan and then on to municipal politics. “When you get on council, there is so much you learn about municipal government and how it works,” said St. Onge. “It’s a big learning situation. There are not a lot of courses that you can take to prepare yourself for this type of governance.” Figuring out the finer points like conflict of interest, personnel issues and legal procedures takes some getting used to, and if rules aren’t followed to the letter, problems will arise. He is now part of the Sun Country Regional Health Authority board of directors and compared it with his time at the City, but with a much larger budget. That required eight full days of training followed by the successful completion of an exam. St. Onge spoke to students about the abundance of jobs in the area that may lure them away from postsecondary studies. “Our present economy and the number of jobs in the area that can’t be filled at this time, may tempt you to go directly into the workforce without some post-secondary training. Give it some serious thought. Any further education you take may increase your options down the road.” He warned that the oilfield for years has been volatile, and while it appears the boom won’t be extinguished

Principal Mike Little emceed the evening, one of his last as the school’s head with his retirement upcoming. for at least a few years, he said it’s something that young people should be cognizant of. “Having some training in a field is like an insurance policy,” said St. Onge. “It gives you the opportunity to find other jobs and find one that is enjoyable to you. Life is too short to spend it in a job that is not enjoyable.” St. Onge spoke about his time at the Southeast Regional College, helping adults who had dropped out of high school years ago achieve their Grade 12 diploma. One woman in her mid-30s was doing well but struggled with confidence and self esteem issues. She missed the final exam, St. Onge said. “Intellectually, I think she could have done it, but psychologically, she was so afraid of failing that she went on a binge that night and never made it to the exam. I’ve seen her once since, but I always feel that I made a

Former Estevan mayor and local educator Gary St. Onge provided the keynote address. mistake in not preparing her properly for that.” He urged students to get as much education as they

can when they are still young because of the difficulties that come with learning later in life.

A select list of some award winners from the Estevan Comprehensive School awards night Colin Grunert Memorial Scholarship.......... Kaylee MacKenzie Dana Quewezance Memorial Soccer Scholarship.................................... Tara Dodds Doris Frehlick Bursary Award.................... Shanise Monateyne Ed Gough Memorial Award....................... Amy Johnson Nick and Verna Morsky Outstanding Leadership Scholarship............................. Kallie McConnell Norvin and Alice Uhrich Academic Leadership Awards: Humanities................................................. Breanne Van De Woestyne Liberal Arts................................................ Shaylee Foord Math and Science...................................... Rebecca Dukart Technical Vocational................................. Tiana Whitman Salvation Army Community Volunteer Award........................................ Kristina Chamney Travis Zimmerman Memorial Award.......... Kaylee MacKenzie and Tara Dodds

Board Proficiency Awards: Grade 10.................................................... Kylie Fallis Grade 11.................................................... Tanner Tytlandsvik Grade 12.................................................... Jordan Torgunrud Skills Canada Outstanding Achievement.............................................. Riley Wallewein and Tiana Whitman Department medals: Business Education................................... Emily Schroeder English....................................................... Jordan Torgunrud Fine Arts.................................................... Joshua Pele French....................................................... Tara Dodds Math........................................................... Jordan Torgunrud Physical Education.................................... Tara Dodds Science...................................................... Madison Blischak Social Studies............................................ Brooke Pachal Technical Education.................................. Dustin Cowan

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Front liners have first-hand knowledge about liquor problems During the past few weeks The Mercury has been bringing its readers a series of articles related to this community’s growing problem with liquor consumption and its resulting consequences. In past episodes we have visited with police spokesmen, addictions counsellors, social/ family counsellors and have gathered information regarding the liquor consumption rate in Estevan compared with other provincial centres. This past week we spoke with another segment of the local population, a couple of “front-line” employees, who deal with this issue on a daily basis … the bar and lounge servers, bartenders and late-night service employees who have contributions to make on the topic as well. In order to get this perspective, The Mercury agreed to speak with them on a confidential basis, which meant not using their real names or indicating their specific employment site since they stated they enjoyed the jobs they had and had no negative issues with their current employer. These employees said they did not want their comments and observations to reflect negatively on their work site, employers or fellow employees, and therefore, anonymity was agreed to in order to bring this additional insight into a growing problem. So where are the happy drunks these days? Apparently, there aren’t that many of them left in the Energy City. Too many of them are angry and frustrated and just wanting to get drunk for the sake of getting drunk. There are a variety of reasons for this current state of affairs with the local liquor consumers and we’ll get to them in a moment. Shieleen (not her real name) has been employed in the hospitality industry in Estevan for over four years at different locations as a server and bartender and she also remembers Estevan’s earlier years before the recent oil boom, when Estevan’s population wanted to go out and have a good time, get a few drinks, have something to eat, exchange a few stories and jokes, make plans with friends to do something later, and then go home. “Oh sure, there have always been the ‘let’s take this outside’ stuff they’d deal with on occasion, but it would usually be one guy in an argument with another guy that would lead to a fight outside the bar. Now we see angry guys coming in, and we’re wondering what we’ll be dealing with within an hour if they’re this way already. We see guys actually vibrating with anger, we don’t know what they’re mixing with the alcohol. We see gang attacks … five guys beating up one guy, using boards or broken bottles. It’s crazy,” said Shieleen. The occasional fights in the past were usually reserved for weekends. That’s not the case anymore. There are strange shift-work hours for those on the rigs. The servers and bartenders have no idea how much sleep they’ve had, they don’t know what they’ve ingested before coming to the bar or what they’re adding to the mix once they get there. Lounge staffers can make a point of spraying down the backs of toilets with cooking oil, a trick that ensures the drug users won’t be sniffing up their line of cocaine on that piece of porcelain. But they find a way and often it’s pretty open as the drug users and sellers become emboldened. Lounges add more bouncers, the inebriated celebrants simply move on to the next bar after being tossed from their first venue. “We were never asked about how to get drugs before, except maybe somebody might inquire about how he or she might get some marijuana, but that was about it,” she said. But the addition of a drug culture into the drinking and so-called party scene, brings with it some inherent challenges. “We’re trained how to serve and what to watch for in customers and not to over serve, but when you have a girl pass out in a bathroom stall before she’s had a second drink, where do you go with that?” Shieleen asks. So staff can attempt to spoil the coke line, bring in more bouncers to cope with more frequent and unfair fights, and more policing to clean up the chaos … but where is it all leading? With a male to female ratio of about 10 to 1 with many workers in the city for six or eight weeks on contract, leaving wives, girlfriends and family members behind, they come to Estevan to make some big money and live large for a little while. The results often aren’t pleasant. “I’m no counsellor, but I know booze is a drug all by itself and it can kill. I also know the customers we used to have, don’t want to come out anymore. They don’t want all the drama,” said Shieleen. Susan, (not her real name) a front-line employee at a late-night convenience store, feels these people need alternative avenues for their energy and socializing. “They go out with the guys they work with, or guys they’re bunking with because they’re the only people they know,” she said.

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“It’s big business, big money, big boozing, big drug use, big violence,” Shieleen said, summing up the local situation. “There is some truth to the statement that a lot of the problem is guys from out-oftown, but we’ve dealt with that many times before, and it was different,” said Shieleen. “I also know that you can’t be sensitive and work in this profession. You handle the occasional groping and grabbing,” she added with a laugh. “Hey, I like people, I’ve heard it all, but there are boundaries for everyone. We know there is some infidelity going on, cheating, but again, as I said, I’m not a counsellor here. That’s something they’ll have to deal with as a family and those trained to help them. I’m not going to judge or say anything.” Shieleen went on to note that even just a few years ago, “we’d know 90 per cent of our customers, we’d know their drinking habits, behaviour pattern, but we don’t know that anymore. We don’t know who is out just to have a bit of fun and who is sitting at a table with a gun in his pocket.” On the positive side, Shieleen said the opening up of the Energy City has introduced an exciting array of different nationalities. Sometimes cultural differences lead to misunderstandings, but for the most part, it’s fun to meet people from around the globe. “They’re here to make a good living. Sometimes liquor drives them out of character. There are great ones you just want to sit down and visit and we’ll do that. They have a few drinks and leave. Some know about tipping, others don’t,” she added with a chuckle. That’s not the important part. The important part is that there are some people from all over the globe who know how to drink sensibly, enjoy the moment and move on to other activities. “Take in a movie, gym, play cards or games, bike, play some ball, dance … do we even have a good dancing place in Estevan now?” asks Susan. Unfortunately, there are still too many who choose to close the bar down and then get in fights while they’re waiting for a cab, or fight over the cab, which means the bouncers, servers and police have to work additional hours. “It’s like nobody is allowed to be naïve anymore. You always have to be on guard and that’s not a pleasant thought,” said Shieleen. “I love meeting people. I want to be pleasant, but when you get rude and belligerent right from the start, you begin to rethink things.” Shieleen adds that she believes the Estevan Police Service have been very positive in their approach, and she looks at the situation as being a very tough issue to deal with on a continual basis. As for Susan, she merely added that “We see so many young people now with built up anger. They come to Estevan, some from very far away. They get the money here but I don’t know how many I’ve heard say ‘I hate this town,’ and that’s because they don’t know it,” She added, “Not everybody needs to fight, but it seems like there aren’t a lot of happy people. They need to do other things. They don’t necessarily have to not drink, but just get to know the city, see all the things they can do. They don’t have to act like idiots on a Saturday night. They might not even remember how bad they were on Saturday or Friday night when we see them on Monday morning, but believe me, we remember.” As the front-line staffers were quick to point out, they don’t have answers, but they certainly have witnessed the problems associated with excessive liquor consumption, especially when it’s augmented with drugs and a lack of family and friends for support. It grows with access to money, and is fueled by erratic working hours and living conditions without recreational and social diversions to lead them away from the booze and into alternative adventures. It is not a problem that comes with one or even two easy answers. Perhaps it will only come with a collective will to make things better in a vibrant city that has a lot to offer.

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A6 EDITORIAL

A little co-operation goes a long way Estevan is not, and likely never will be, a community known for its patience. This is a relatively young, hard-charging city in which everyone wants to see everything done yesterday. What little patience there is stored up in the reservoir has clearly been used up this year as residents have grown angry about the condition of our roads. That anger seems to be spilling over into a general dissatisfaction about many things regarding our city. A simple look at the Cheers and Jeers section of the Southeast Trader Express can attest to that. Fortunately, the rebuild of the northern leg of Highway 47 through Estevan is just around the corner. The tender closed yesterday and the City hopes to see work begin in the very near future. Obviously the same can be said for every single person who drives a vehicle in Estevan. However, those same drivers who are eager to see the rebuild commence should also be aware that this is not going to be something that happens overnight. In fact, the City estimates the job could take up to six weeks. During that time it sounds as though one side of Highway 47 will be closed off to allow the work to happen and the other will be one-lane trafﬁc in each direction. It’s an absolute certainty that driving in that area is going to be a royal pain in the you-know-what. That means drivers are going to have to — dare we say it — show some patience as the work is taking place. That means not interfering with the workers, not driving like a maniac and actually co-operating for the greater good of our city. The reason we bring this point up is there have been some terrible examples of people getting in the way of work being done in our city. Last week crews were out on Souris Avenue putting down the second lift of asphalt on the road. As workers were preparing the road a semi driver decided to throw the barricades out of the way and drive across Souris to get to his location. Obviously this driver had a destination to get to but that was hardly the way to handle the situation; and not exactly the safest either. A couple of weeks ago, during an event at Spectra Place, a number of people decided to park on the section of parking lot that had been prepared for paving, barricades be damned. There’s no disputing that the Spectra Place parking lot saga has rubbed many the wrong way but the actions of those people only serves to delay the completion of the job. Of course Mother Nature had an even bigger say on that topic but there is really nothing that can be done about that. The thing is, we, as a community, have little problem sitting back and complaining about the pace of many different projects in Estevan and many of those complaints have merit. But when that work is ﬁnally being done, we have people getting in the way and causing issues. We all want the best for our community and if we are going to see a better Estevan, it is going to take the co-operation of every single one of us. As the saying goes, you are either in or you’re in the way.

Prairie Perspective MURRAY MANDRYK

Murray Mandryk is a political columnist with the Leader Post

Conservatives failing at governing 101 Good government is about delivering a broad range of effective and responsive policies, but it’s about more than that. Admittedly, this has largely been the success formula for the Saskatchewan Party, which has enjoyed the added luxury of governing during perhaps the best economic period in the province’s history. In fact, 2008 was the best economic year Saskatchewan has seen, a stark contrast to what the rest of the country was going through. Some might go so far as to argue this is why Premier Brad Wall has delivered better government than Prime Minister Stephen Harper. But the reason why Harper’s Conservatives are in trouble today has precious little to do with the dip in 2008 that they actually weathered rather well. SERVING CANADA’S SUNSHINE CAPITAL

Water and wayward Wallins Forget about that Where’s Waldo game. How about Where’s Wallin? It seems the pride of Saskatchewan’s Senate representation, has had some difficulty in finding her home province on occasions when she’s not in Ottawa. Last year she claimed she was in Saskatchewan for 168 days. So were the folks who spent the winter in Arizona or Florida. Am I bitter? Not much. But I did spend 364 days in Saskatchewan last year, and yet I’m still not in the Senate and after last winter … well, I deserve one of those Jubilee Medals or something! How about a discount coupon for a mug of hot chocolate? My needs are few. So what’s all this mess that’s happening in Alberta? Isn’t it supposed to be supplanting Ontario as our great nationalistic “go to” province? It seems Albertans are kind of ticking off their neighbours on both sides. I don’t know how they’re doing with north and south, but east and west, they’re digging holes. British Columbia is raising a hissy fit because they don’t want oil sands bitumen/oil passing through on its way to a loading dock … no matter what part of the coast they’re willing to build it, and no matter what route they’re trying to take to get it there in a pipe.

Norm Park All Things Considered Redford and Clark can’t seem to get it together to hammer out a deal, and that other Alberta pipeline, the one that is supposed to be heading past Nebraska into Texas and coastal waters, is also getting a tap out, at least for now. Alberta is sort of on the outs with a lot of people on that oil sludge file. Now we hear that the U of S Global Institute for Water Security survey has uncovered a disturbing fact that Alberta-sourced river water we’re getting in Saskatchewan is filled with phosphorous that breeds blue-green algae and makes us sick. Lake Diefenbaker is filled with it and 98 per cent of the water in Dief Lake comes from Alberta. It seems the waters running in other Alberta rivers like Oldman, Bow, Red Deer, Swift Current Creek and South Saskatchewan are all stressed too. Add other endangered fresh water sources such as Lake Winnipeg and Lake Erie to the east of us, and it’s not such a great situation. We wonder how this will affect the mutual admiration society that has developed between Redford and Wall? Clean water is not forever, it’s not necessarily a renewable resource, not if we wreck what we

The difference between the Wall and Harper administration goes back to what each should have learned in governance 101 about being elected to serve the people’s interests and not your own. Except for a few notable bumps, Wall’s provincial government has consistently left the impression in its six years that the public need comes ﬁrst. Few would describe Harper’s federal government in that way right now. And nowhere is this more evident than Harper’s handling of the Senate. The issue here goes well beyond the ethics of either Senators Mike Duffy or Pamela Wallin claiming tens of thousands of dollars to which they likely were not entitled. (Although, it is sad to see a stand-up individual like Wallin caught in her expense travel quagmire.) The issue isn’t even so much Duffy secretly getting a $90,000 cheque from Harper’s well-heeled former chiefof-staff Nigel Wright. The old saying that it’s not the crime but the cover up that tends to get you in trouble in politics. The issue is the loss of moral compass by a Conservative government that was elected largely because of the sponsorship scandal in which Liberals demonstrated their own self-interest outweighed the interests of the voters that elected them. That we would see this misspending and cover-ups from Conservatives in the Senate, the place Harper once called a haven for Liberal partisans that he intended to reform through elections and accountability, is almost shocking. Consider the fact that Duffy and Wallin were not longserving Conservative fund-raisers being awarded for years of

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get, not if someone else wrecks it before we get it. It seems water flow doesn’t have provincial border regulations attached in Canada. We have regulations accompanying the flow of our local waters because they head down to the United States, so the international joint agreements dictate what can and cannot be done with our river and reservoir waters. So far I believe Rafferty, Alameda and Boundary waters are relatively clean and useful. We’re drinking it, so they must be somewhat potable. But it does raise the question: Just how good is the water in Rafferty and Alameda? OK, we know how bad it was in 2011 when the muddy floods hit … but for the most part, are we being good custodians of this precious commodity? I listened to David Suzuki a few months ago and he called out an interviewer who made the mistake of referring to water as a vital commodity. Suzuki reminded him in no uncertain terms that water was a lot more than a commodity and even much more than a vital resource. He noted that it was one of the three ingredients that were the essence of life itself. Dirt, air, water. That’s the vital stuff. All the rest is simply trimming. If you need to contact me to offer me a hot chocolate coupon, try normpark@estevanmercury.ca

contribution to the party. Harper appointed them to Senate so they could become Conservative bagmen. Is this how Conservatives envisioned Senate reform? Did anyone believe this is what Stephen Harper stood for 10 years ago? How badly Harper and Conservatives have lost sight of whose interests they represent can best be summed up by former Triple-E advocate Bert Brown, who said in an interview that Conservative Senators don’t even bother to attempt to represent the interests of their province. “They just follow what their party’s leadership tells them to do,” Brown told the Huffington Post website. “I was there for five years and eight months and we voted for everything that was advanced by the Conservative government — every one. There was one guy who said he wanted to abstain once.” It was rare honest admission of the problems in federal Conservative ranks, albeit one that has come a little too late and is salted with a lot of hypocrisy. It was a also Brown who offered this view of the Senate two years ago: “Every senator in this caucus needs to decide where their loyalty should be and must be,” Brown wrote. “The answer is simple; our loyalty is to the man who brought us here, the man who has wanted Senate reform since he entered politics, the Rt. Hon. Stephen Harper.” Essentially, this is the problem. Harper, Conservatives and their appointees bought into the mindset that political interests come first. They’ve forgotten the most basic lesson in governance.

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Letters to the Editor

Rent control solution to high prices in Estevan The Editor: This is a response to Oliver Meixner’s letter regarding my letter a week ago. I have lived in Estevan for 28 years and when I moved here there was nothing to rent and apartment buildings had long lists of names of people looking for places to rent. Not too many people know this, but 28 years ago landlords could only charge a damage deposit of $125 and even though there was nothing to rent, the price of rent did not go through the roof like it has now. I realize that these things change but come on people. You are saying we need more places built in Estevan. I agree with you to a certain exent. If they would build more apartment buildings for rental use only that would be fine but they are building duplexes and condos which are for sale and if they do rent them you are looking at paying anywhere between $1,600 and $2,400 a month; who can afford that? I

don’t even make that much a month. These landlords and people that are renting out bedrooms in their homes have to sit and think. Sure, they are making good money off these companies, but they are not going to be here forever. Meanwhile, they are pushing out good Estevan people, people that have lived here all their lives. So when all these projects are done and everyone leaves, who is going to rent your places? No one because you have forced us to move elsewhere. And you cannot say that it’s not greed when someone gets put on the street because their rent goes from $1,800 a month to $3,800 a month. If that is not greed then what is it? Something is very wrong there. I still believe we need rent control in Estevan and I do not believe that it is right that people are getting pushed out of these rental places so the owners/landlords can make more money. Tell me, are we supposed to get some tents and put them

in front of City Hall? Where are we supposed to live so these companies can have places to live? Is it fair that the people who lived in this city for years are getting pushed out and have nowhere to live? So I stand my ground on the fact that Estevan people have gotten greedy when it comes to rent and it is not going to get corrected until we have rent control. We need more affordable apartments built instead of all these condos and duplexes. No one can buy them anyway because the greedy people are taking all our money. More people have to speak up on this subject and maybe if more people came forward, we would get something done. Let’s stop the greed in Estevan and let’s get rent control and turn Estevan back into a trusting city. Catherine Foster, Estevan, Sask.

Relay left an impact Conservatives stigmatizing mental illness The Editor: After participating in the Relay for Life walk, I couldn’t help writing a thank you to the committee and many volunteers who put it all together. One has to have been there to appreciate all the work that went into making it a success. Mother Nature doesn’t always co-operate with you, so having the old Civic Auditorium host a program that was never intended for it, showed us that keeping it around for a while yet would be a good plan. It’s unfortunate the team numbers were down,

much like the experience of service clubs nowadays in trying to keep up with memberships, but it also showed what volunteerism can do. I mentioned to one walker how amazed I was at the work that must have gone into its makeup and his response was “we’ve been here for three days.” To the general public, even if you don’t have a connection to a cancer survivor, come out and be part of a most worthy endeavor. See you next year. Toni and Frank John, Estevan, Sask.

The Editor, By playing politics with mental illness, MP Ed Komarnicki and the Conservative Party are not only stigmatizing those living with mental health issues, they are making our streets less safe. First, some context. Our justice system provides a third option for those who, at the time of the act, were too sick to understand what they did was wrong—people who are deemed “not criminally responsible.” These individuals are incarcerated in a secure facility with psychiatric services. Before they can rejoin society their case is consid-

ciety – based on no evidence and going against decades of science and myth busting about mental illness. This will force them into mainstream prison, from which they will almost certainly emerge far more dangerous and likely to re-offend. The Conservatives argue that Bill C-54 is about the rights of victims. If these changes were only about advancing the rights of victims, the Liberal Party would support them. But Bill C-54 goes well beyond that and stigmatizes the mentally ill, and offends basic Charter protections that will ulti-

ered by special board that is better equipped than a regular court to determine their treatment and the level of danger they pose. The Conservatives are trying to mislead the public into thinking this system is broken. In fact, the government’s own research shows that its success rate is high – offenders have drastically lower rates of re-offending than in mainstream correction systems. Yet under the Conservatives’ Bill C-54, one serious offence would brand someone as liable to repeat-offend or present a greater risk to so-

mately weaken the rights of every Canadian. We simply cannot support that. This damaging stigma will make it harder to get people into treatment — yet treatment is most effective preventative measure for the few people with mental illness who commit serious offences. By voting for C-54, Mr. Komarnicki is playing on the politics of fear to perpetuate myths and stereotypes about mental illness. That is wrong — and will make us less safe. Bob Rae, MP Liberal Party of Canada

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Estevan Mercury

Volunteers come out for Day for Caring Neighbours took care of neighbours as United Way Estevan’s annual Day of Caring was held last week. More than 150 volunteers were scattered throughout the city responding to 36 projects over the course of the sunny day on June 5.

There were also a number of schools that participated as well, taking on projects around their properties and some out in the community. Pleasantdale’s Grade 4 class attended Creighton Lodge in the afternoon to tend to some yard work at the front of the

property. Other pockets of volunteers were around the city at homes, as well as long-term care facilities to complete any necessary work. “It was just a terriﬁc opportunity for people to get out, lend a hand and meet some new people,” said Lori Buchanan, United Way Estevan’s executive director. She said that once again, those who had projects completed were very happy with the work that was done. “We’ve heard rave reviews from the many people who had projects completed that they were very pleased and very grateful as well. It’s so well received and people were so gracious with their effort and their time.” The Day of Caring is growing in Estevan and signiﬁcantly so. Last year’s event included 100 volunteers completing about

Chelsea Stevens with Wilhelm Construction heaves a bag filled with garden refuse out to a bin as part of her morning chores during the United Way’s Day of Caring.

20 projects. A jump to 150 people and 36 projects is a big step in only a year. “The idea of the Day of Caring is to give a hand to someone who has a job that needs doing and they wouldn’t otherwise be able to do them on their own, so they need a hand,” said Buchanan. In its sixth year, the event has more and more people catching that fever of volunteerism and reaching out to lend a hand. A barbecue was held over the noon hour for volunteers and the public alike. The United Way was accepting donations for the lunch. Food and drink donations were made by the Co-op, MacDonald’s, M&M and Enbridge, who sponsored the barbecue. Buchanan noted United Way Estevan was very happy to have a good base of local business sponsorship for the Day of Caring.

(Above) Day of Caring volunteers from Enbridge Kristin Hoffort (left) and Kendra Nichol flank SMILE Services volunteer Debbie Fernandez as they plant flowers at Creighton Lodge. (Left) Day of Caring volunteers from Enbridge and the Canadian Red Cross worked together to reset bricks and border materials around Creighton Lodge on June 6. From the left: George Barker (Red Cross) with Phil Blue, Jeff McDougall and Brad Burlock, all of Enbridge paused for a photo before resuming their work on the morning shift.

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Seeding almost complete in Saskatchewan Despite a couple of weather related hiccups, Saskatchewan farmers are getting close to wrapping up their seeding operations for the year. According to Sask. Agricultureâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s weekly crop report, seeding continues to progress in the province and producers now have 83 per cent of the 2013 crop in the ground, right in line with the five-year average of 82 per cent seeded for this time of year. Ninety per cent of the crop has been seeded in the southwest; 84 per cent in the east-central area; 87 per cent in west-central and northeast areas; and 89 per cent in the northwest. Although significant rainfall in the region has delayed seeding progress, producers now

have 71 per cent of the crop in the ground, up only four per cent from last week. The fiveyear (2008-2012) average for this time of year is 76 per cent of acres seeded. Seventy-nine per cent of field peas have been seeded, 77 per cent of spring wheat and durum, 74 per cent of canola and lentils, 60 per cent of barley, 50 per cent of flax, 44 per cent of oats, 39 per cent of canary seed, 24 per cent of mustard and 20 per cent of chickpeas have been seeded. Most of the earlier seeded crops have emerged and are in fair to good condition. The majority of crops are behind normal development stages for this time of year due to cool and wet field conditions. Fifty-nine per cent of fall cereals, 66 per cent of spring cereals, 71

per cent of oilseeds and 73 per cent of pulses are behind normal developmental stages for this time of year. Rainfall in the region ranged from less than one inch to more than four inches. Continuous rainfall has damaged emerged crops and packed the soil in some areas. The Frobisher and Maryfield areas received 50 mm of rainfall, the Stoughton area 33 mm, the Moosomin area 60 mm, the Rocanville area 47 mm, the Weyburn area 79 mm, the Wilcox area 41 mm, the Moose Jaw area 28 mm, the Ceylon area 83 mm and the Radville area 102 mm. Since April 1, the Radville area has received the greatest amount of precipitation (164 mm). Topsoil moisture conditions on cropland

are rated as 34 per cent surplus, 64 per cent adequate and two per cent short. Hay land and pasture topsoil moisture is rated as 13 per cent surplus, 84 per cent adequate and three per cent short. CDs 1A and 2A are reporting that 51 per cent and 73 per cent, respectively, of the cropland has surplus topsoil moisture at this time. CD 2A is also reporting that 38 per cent of the hay and pasture land has surplus topsoil moisture. Localized flooding, high winds and frost have damaged crops in some areas this week. Some crop reporters have indicated that if more favourable weather conditions are not received in the coming days, seeding will not be completed due to wet fields in some southern areas of the region.

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-During this week we learned there are beads that change in the UV lights. I know when the rays are strong because of my bracelet. Jared

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- My favourite part was getting to bond with my buddies and sell tickets. I also enjoy knowing that all the money is going to cancer because my uncle actually died of cancer. I hope one day there will be no more cancer. Mason

-My favourite part was when we got beads that changed colors from the suns UV rays. The thing I liked the most was the luminary ceremony.

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Ken Steinke, Tia Dayman, Kelly Steinke, Avery Wheeler and Brent Seeman

-I had so much fun last week! Thank you Pat! Without you nothing could have happened. The part of the Relay ceremony that really touched my heart was the luminary ceremony. Our family bought three luminaries. we got one for my grandpa Leon, who I never met but he was a great guy. Second was for my Grandpa Gaylord who passed away from liver cancer. The last luminary we purchased was for my cousin, Shannon. Having these luminaries purchased and when I saw them during our relay it made me feel like they were there with me. I was so happy seeing the luminaries. Thank you for having the luminaries. Maya

-The best part was the picture we had taken with all grade 5 to 8s. This is because the picture will remind us of all we did for The Relay For Life. The pictures are now put on display so that when we look we know we helped fund raise for a great cancer association. And that we know a team brought themselves together for us. Fortunately we appreciate the help a lot.

-The best part of relay for life was the things we learned about cancer. I didn’t know you could get skin cancer on your lips. I like the pie in the face. Also, the moment of silence was very touching. Marlie

Tia Dayman, Page Barabash and Avery Wheeler

-I learnt a lot last week. I learnt that your lips can get burned. I learned that even though you don’t see the sun it is still there. I learned that you should put on your sunscreen first and then your bug spray. My favourite part was the Survivor walk because I feel we need to help as many people as possible. I liked the beads that change coluor in the sun. I learned about breast cancer, skin cancer, mouth cancer, and colon cancer. Being in the sun, tobacco, colon cancer is inside people(most likely men). SaraAnne

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-I had a lot of fun during the week. My favourite was the fundraisers. The carnival was so much fun. We raised so much money and it all went to a good cause. What touched me the most was the Survivor’s Lap. They are all so strong and brave to have fought, battled and defeated cancer. I almost burst out crying. Team ECS did such a good job! It is because of them that this was possible. Ciara

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-My favorite part was all the fundraising during the week. We raised a lot of money. I learned a lot about cancer this past week. One thing I will remember is not to smoke. Justin

-The best part of the mini-relay was all the activities we did. Hat day, pyjama day, teddy bear day and the all night sports night. I also like that we walked three hours and we got exercise. Reegan R.

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-I learned about how strong the UV rays are thanks to the bracelets. I learned that lots of people get cancer from the sun and tanning beds. I learned that lots of people don’t get lots of exercise. I learned that at any age you can get cancer. I learned that most people, especially teens get cancer by smoking. Jennah

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The 2013 pheasant release project was bigger this year. Estevan area conservation officers Kyle Hanson (left) and Ryan Kreinke (second from right) joined Estevan Wildlife Federation president Mike Halirewich (right) and EWF pheasant program co-ordinator Garry Leslie for the field release last week. (Photo by Kayla Hanson)

Huge pheasant release program this year in the southeast Breeding farm in Alberta closes One of the largest pheasant release projects in recent years in southeast Saskatchewan took place last Thursday in a variety of locations. The pheasant breeding farm near Brooks, Alta., where the Estevan Wildlife Federation (EWF) usually gets their birds, is closing so the local club and others decided to purchase many more hen pheasants this year. “We are uncertain of the future of the pheasant release program due to the closure of the supplier in Brooks,” said Garry Leslie, one of the key co-ordinators of the local program. “This was a driving factor on the decision to release 4,000 birds into the wilds. The purchase was split among the Estevan branch of the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation as well as Moose Mountain, Souris, Moose Creek (Oxbow), Stoughton and Weyburn. As usual, the Prairie Mines

(Sherritt) were very supportive with a good share of the birds being purchased by them and released on mined and reclaimed land,” Leslie added. The birds were all bred hens. With the pheasant farm closing, the breeding hens became available for purchase and release. With the birds being bred, they do not need a wild rooster to enable them to nest since the eggs are already fertile. This is a doubleedged sword in the world of birds, since this year’s gain may be next year’s loss. The EWF will be looking for a source for new birds for next spring. They have already made some contacts through the local branch membership but they are willing to talk with anyone who might provide them with further information regarding bird sources or anyone interested in raising birds for sale. The contact person for this would be Leslie at Leslie’s Taxidermy near Estevan.

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The newly acquired pheasants were released and quickly took wing in southeast Saskatchewan’s fields as part of the Estevan Wildlife Federation’s pheasant project. “The release went well, considering it was done in the midst of a two inch rainfall. The birds were very strong fliers and immediately sought appropriate habitat … the willows, cat tails and tall grasses. We were very pleased with the strength and durability of these older hens. It looks like we’ll have a great survival rate as these birds had no human contact at the farm. Since they were breeding birds at the farm,

they were even fed at night to reduce human contact and possible human imprinting,” said Leslie. Joining Leslie for the release of the birds were Saskatchewan Environment conservation officers Ryan Kreinke and Kyle Hanson and Mike Halirewich, EWF president. They were accompanied by Kayla Hanson who caught the release moments on camera.

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Rotary Lobsterfest

The Estevan Rotary Club held its annual Lobsterfest Friday night at Spectra Place. At right Rotary President Brian Pilloud holds one of the monster lobsters that was given away as a prize at the event. At left Pilloud presented Don Kindopp of the Hearthstone Community Campaign with a cheque for $17,000 towards a new nursing home in Estevan.

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Lounge expansion in Creighton Lodge’s future After what seems like years, the managers at Creighton Lodge feel like they finally have some direction. It’s no secret that the seniors’ living complex is full. The building of 46 residents is sitting with a waiting list of 87. Why Creighton Lodge is so successful is partially because of the atmosphere provided for its residents. It’s a place where socializing is important and activities are many. The recreational space, however, is too cramped when the majority of residents are looking for entertainment, like when a musical act is brought in to perform. People file into hallways to listen, because the main seating area isn’t fit to hold the entire house of residents as well as provide space for the performers. There have been plans in the works for about three years to extend the main hall out into the front of the property, adding enough space to make it comfortable for everyone to enjoy music, games and activities inside. Fundraising began, but several snags slowed the plans as the aging building fell into question. Managers Judy Pratt and Shelley Veroba received mixed reports of water damage from overhangs and the possibility that the entire roof would need to be replaced. For months everything went on hold as a number of people came in to inspect the building. Earlier this spring, they received the final report from an engineer hired to look into any potential problems. The roof is fine, and aside from some replacements to the overhangs, there aren’t too many repairs that need to be done. The overhangs will need to be redone with a cost of just under $100,000. That work will begin mid-July. Pratt is just happy the entire roof doesn’t need to be replaced. “What a blessing that we don’t have to replace the roof,” said Pratt. “They’ve said ‘you’ve got probably 20 years left in the roof.’ That really made biggest difference to us.” When the engineer was brought in for the inspection, Pratt said they wanted to know if the building could handle the proposed addition, and there were no problems found in that regard. “We’re very excited about getting the go ahead and confirming that we are going ahead with the expansion,” said Pratt, who said they will be upgrading the fire detection system as well. Creighton Lodge regularly receives donations from the

After getting some good news, the managers at Creighton Lodge have decided to go ahead with plans for a lounge expansion. community, and some of that is set aside for the new lounge while other funds are dedicated to other maintenance and upgrades required in the building. The original idea was a lounge expansion budgeted at $350,000, but Pratt said they soon learned that would only get them a box. “Our heads were in the clouds. We didn’t realize when we started this what an expansion like this would cost,” said Pratt, noting that the increase in construction costs caught everyone a little off guard. “We want to do it nicely, and we’d like to change the roof so it’s not flat to give it a little detail.” They are now looking at raising close to $600,000 for the expansion. She said they may be scaling back the initial size of the addition as well to reach those budget constraints. “We do want the money in the bank before we do it. We’re not about to be taking out a loan. It’s not going to happen this year or maybe next year. We’re looking at maybe three years now before we can start construction.”

The timeline has been stretched from what they were originally anticipating, but Pratt said she is relieved to have direction and a plan. “We’re feeling very comfortable about anything that we do here,” she said. “We’re very happy to get this direction.” She noted fundraising will be ongoing until they reach their goal. Other projects will continue in the meantime, like window replacement. Another 17 windows, about $10,000 worth, will be replaced over the summer or into the fall. They have 71 windows left to replace, and when that is complete, every opening window will have been replaced in the building. Pratt said the support the lodge has received has been great and is testament to what many in the community will want for themselves one day. “We are going to want to live in a place like this, only we are going to want it nicer and newer with more amenities, and it’s not going to be here for us,” she said.

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Interrupting police work leads to arrest and charges

There was one vehicle owner in Estevan who might have thought he found a way to reduce fuel costs. Estevan Police Service (EPS) personnel stated June 5 they have set up an investigation into the theft of gasoline at a local gas bar. The report said that a person filled up his vehicle with $65 worth of fuel and then drove off without paying. A temporary solution to the high gas prices perhaps, but it was also a clear case of theft that the police are now pursuing through their investigation. On the night of June 7, EPS members were alerted to the possibility of an impaired driver through the popular Report Impaired Drivers (RID) system. The call came just before midnight and the vehicle in question was located on the southwest side of the city with the driver asleep behind the wheel while the motor was running and the car in gear. The driver was arrested for impaired driving and driving while his blood-alcohol level was over .08 per cent. He now has a July 8 court date. On that same night, police were dispatched to a local lounge in response to a report of two people engaged in a fight. When they arrived, police located just one of the combatants who was in an agitated state. While police were dealing with this individual another man arrived on the scene and proceeded to continually interrupt proceedings, even after he was instructed to move along. The continued interruptions into policing business led to his arrest. At that point the man, who was insisting on being recognized due to his interruptions, then refused to produce identification. He proceeded to scuffle with police so was eventually handcuffed and brought in to police

cells where he was charged with obstruction and resisting arrest. The original subject, the man who was apparently engaged in a fight, was arrested and charged with being intoxicated in public. He was lodged in cells until sober. EPS members responded to several noisy party complaints on the night of June 7, but no further action was required after hosts were warned about the local noise bylaw. Police responded to an alarm alert at a local business

that same evening. It was learned that an employee had set the alarm but had not departed the business quickly enough and thereby triggered the alarm. On the night of June 8, EPS members attended to a local lounge in response to a report of a fight in the parking lot. One of the fighters was located when police arrived and he was arrested and charged with being intoxicated in public and placed in cells until sober. A domestic dispute on the south side of the city attracted police attention that same night. An intoxicated man was located outside the residence, so he was arrested for being intoxicated in public. He gave police a false name, so he was subsequently charged with obstruction. One not-so-attentive driver attracted the attention of police who were casually observing pedestrian traffic on the night of June 8 when they were suddenly attracted to the sound of spinning tires. The vehicle was tracked to King Street south where it was observed travelling at a very high speed. The vehicle was then driven through two stop signs before pulling onto the highway where it was again driven at a high speed before it slowed abruptly and went into a power turn in the middle of the highway. At that point police were able to intervene and arrest a man for dangerous driving, driving while impaired and driving while over .08. On the night of June 9, EPS members were called to a local lounge in response to a report of an altercation. When police arrived they learned that the fighters had already been separated. Police spoke to both people prior to sending them on their way and no further policing action was necessary.

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Junior Quota Club teams provide cash for food bank Westview and Hillcrest girls make presentation in the park The Estevan Junior Quota Club girls are wrapping up a successful year of activities and assistance to the community. The Junior Quota members from Hillcrest and Westview Schools gathered in Churchill Park Monday at noon to enjoy a pizza picnic that they shared with Salvation Army Lt. Brian Bobolo after handing him a couple of cash donations to be used for the purchase of fresh food for the local food bank that is operated by the Salvation Army. Valerie Hall, the senior club’s co-ordinator for the junior members, said it was great to see how active the two clubs have been in their first year. She said they have participated in the Santa Claus parade, assisted with the annual Quota Club craft sale and all volunteered to help at the annual Women of Today Awards program. Eight school members accompanied local senior club members to Quota’s western conference in Winnipeg. Some club members made bracelets, conducted a guessing contest as a fundraiser, as well as school bake sales and raffles. They also earned money for the club by working at the Estevan Motor Speedway on race nights. Some of the fundraising dollars were donated to the

Salvation Army at Christmas, and on Monday the Hillcrest members handed over another $150.25 for the food bank while Westview’s members contributed $295.64. The senior club chipped in with another $200 and junior mentor Hall provided another $100 as a personal donation. “At a later date these clubs will be donating funds to Envision for purchasing resource materials that will be used in all schools to help students understand some of life’s situations such as bullying, dating and so on. I believe there are 10 programs in all,” said Hall. The Junior Quota mentor went on to say that the junior club members have also helped a student who went to Uganda to help poor children there. “They have learned a lot about being a special club and that there are many needs around the globe,” Hall said. In accepting the donation, Bobolo said it was important to provide fresh food for the food bank to go along with the canned and packaged food in the program. Bobolo added that the food bank gives him and others who are engaged in the program an opportunity to visit with people, learn about their families and find out if they require

The Junior Quota Club membership from Hillcrest and Westview Schools joined some senior members of Quota International, Estevan chapter in making cash donations to the Estevan Food Bank Monday morning. From the left: Nelly Fast, president of Hillcrest Junior Quota Club; Baillie Calum MacKenzie, Westview Junior Quota Club president; Lt. Brian Bobolo, manager of the Estevan Food Bank, Stacey Drebnicki, Estevan Quota Club president and Valerie Hall, Junior Quota Club co-ordinator.

more assistance, such as clothing or assistance in finding a place to live while they get settled. “You have helped your neighbours and the city with these donations. You will find out that throughout life we all struggle at times so in tough times we help each other out. So I invite you all to come in and check out our store and food bank, see how it all works and you can volunteer there if you want to. It’s good to belong to a service club like yours because that means you’re wanting to help others,” Bobolo said. He added that at present the food bank shelves are getting depleted, especially in the fresh food category, so the cash infusion came at a very opportune time. The Westview Junior Quota Club boasts a membership of 14 while Hillcrest has eight active members.

Time to Twin group launches petition Residents in southeast Saskatchewan and beyond who are interested in seeing Highway 39 and Highway 6 south of Regina twinned within the next few years, have an opportunity to sign a petition to that effect. The Time to Twin committee launched a petition on their website change.org more than two weeks ago and so far the response has been promising. Doing the online petition is a new venture for the committee that is dedicated to having a twinning project launched soon for this very busy stretch of provincial highway. But first they must

retain the interest of the provincial Ministry of Highways and Infrastructure, they said, and thus the petition, the latest of several programs they have engaged in to push the twinning file forward. The best way to get to the petition, said Marge Young, co-chair of the committee, is to e-mail the committee at: timetotwin@gmail. com At that point the Time to Twin committee will forward the petition’s address link to you at change.org “This is another way everyone can take part on change for Highway 39 and 6,” said Young.

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June 12, 2013 A17

City continuing negotiations with CUPE

Aside from the task of dealing with our rapidly eroding roads and the creation of a recycling program, the City of Estevan also has some labour issues to deal with in 2013. The City’s collective bargaining agreements with the Estevan Police Association and Canadian Union of Public Employees both expired in 2012 meaning both groups are currently working without a contract. Mayor Roy Ludwig said the City is currently negotiating with CUPE and feels the negotiations have gone very well. “We’ve had several meetings and most of, if not all, of the non-monetary issues are resolved,” Ludwig said. “Now it is just a question of the monetary issues and we hope within a few more meetings to get those resolved as well.” Ludwig said one of the key non-monetary issues was the recruitment and retention of employees. Like many other businesses in Estevan, the City has not been immune to the ongoing labour shortage and in recent months they have struggled to find enough employees to keep pace with their workload. “We do have to concentrate on how we recruit and second of all how do we keep our employees,” he said. “We are hearing what CUPE has to say and we are having some discussions around that.” Although the CUPE contract is their current focus, Ludwig expects they will begin speaking with the EPA before long.

The City and police association had a somewhat acrimonious history in the past decade but the last two contract negotiations have gone smoothly. Ludwig anticipates that will be the case this time around as well.

In a recent interview, EPA president, Cst. Jay Pierson, said he also expects amicable negotiations. “Because of our past two rounds of negotiations and how productive they were, how positive they were on both sides, we aren’t anticipating any large concerns,” Pierson said. “Both parties have their interests at heart, and we’ll

go forward in a very positive, professional manner. “We have not gotten together formally yet. It has just been through exchange of e-mails and speaking in person, but no dates of formal talks have taken place. “Certainly, in the interest of everybody it’s to do it quickly, but we also want to do it with the best thought process and the best preparation possible. There’s no timeline set.” An amicable negotiation would be in stark contrast to what is currently taking place in the City of Weyburn where they are currently locked in a bitter dispute with their police association. According to a recent article in the Weyburn Review, the WPA has been without a contract since Dec. 31, 2011. Wages are reportedly the main sticking point as the Weyburn officers feel they should be paid the same amount as their colleagues in Estevan. Pierson noted one of the issues the WPA is facing is the province’s essential services negotiation does not allow the officers to strike or even undertake a work to rule campaign. There is also no means of forcing arbitration, which might help speed the process along. “In Weyburn, they’re dealing with a very prolonged negotiation process, where there’s no mechanism to bring both parties to a negotiated conclusion,” Pierson said. “We used to have things such as the option of striking or work to rule, things of that nature, but currently there’s not. So this process in Weyburn is dragging out and neither party is benefitting from that.”

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Natural Health Expo continues to grow

The Natural Health Expo was held Saturday and Sunday at the Wiley-Mitchell Hall in Estevan. A number of booths with a focus on health and wellness were represented at the expo.

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Estevan students shine at Skills Canada nationals Saskatchewan was well represented when three Estevan students took to the national Skills Canada Competition to show the country what they can do. Riley Wallewein represented Estevan, the Comprehensive School and the province in the architectural technology competition, collecting a silver medal, while Rebecca Blackburn earned silver in the hairstyling competition. Emily Vollmin was the third Estevan representative competing at nationals. As the first Estevan student to compete at nationals in mechanical drafting, she captured a sixth-place finish. “The projects were definitely harder than (at provincials),” said Riley, a Grade 12 student. “You had to manage your time better. You didn’t have as much time compared to the difficulty of the project.” Riley competed in a group of seven while Grade 11 student Rebecca faced a group of nine. She found a considerable jump in the skill level from the provincial competition to the national one. The students left June 4 for Vancouver and returned June 9, with the competition days held last Thursday and Friday. Riley said he didn’t quite know what he would be asked to do once the competition opened, so his preparation with teacher Tara Johns was very open-ended. “You just, kind of, have to know how to do everything and know how to do a lot of stuff. You know the format from last year’s practice but you don’t know the exact specifics of it.” Riley had to design a single level house on Day 1, and on Day 2, competitors had to make modifications to their initial design. Their designs from the day before had been destroyed overnight in a mock disaster. “They gave us the foundation size and said it was destroyed in a natural disaster and they wanted to rebuild and customize it to their own liking,” noted Riley. Rebecca knew what she would be doing in the hairstyling competition so she was able to prepare for the specific style required during the competition. The biggest obstacle for her was completing the work within the time limits. On Day 1, she worked on male styles, completing a progressive man and a burbage man. “A progressive man is an avante-garde style. It’s really out there. It’s not something someone would usually wear. A burbage is an Elvis style,” she said, noting there were three and a half hour and two hour time limits, respectively. The second day was spent entirely on women’s hair under the themes lady’s day and lady’s night, coming in with four hour and one and a half hour time constraints. “We had to design the styles, and then work on speed and timing. In our time

limit we had to cut, colour, bleach and style the hair.” She found there wasn’t really any chance of finishing early, so she required all the time available to perfect her styles. The provincial competition was held in April, and Joyce Mack, hairstyling and esthetics instructor, said the students had about 200 hours of preparation for both competitions. After school and on the weekends all three students worked to ready themselves to compete against the top-skilled students across the country. Mike Holmes is the official spokesperson of Skills Canada, and Riley said he told them, “If you love what you do, you won’t think of it as work. Even if you would have got sixth or seventh or last it’s still not a waste of time. You’re still trying to excel in an area you like.” The projects in Riley’s category weren’t on display, so he wasn’t entirely sure what his competitors produced, but Rebecca was able to see what her competition was doing throughout the trials. “We were all in the same area, the competition floor,” said Rebecca. “After, they had all our heads set up we had to take our stuff off so when the judges came in to judge the heads, they didn’t know who we were. We were just a number to them.” When the students weren’t in the heat of competition they were able to roam BC Place, where the national competition was held. “It was all in one site so it was really nice seeing the finished products on Day 2,” noted Riley. Both teachers were happy with the performance of their students, not based purely on results, but because they put in the effort. “The kids prepared as hard as we could prepare them, and they took it from there,” said Mack. “I couldn’t have asked for any more from them because they were outstanding.” Johns said the event is also a great professional development opportunity for the teachers because they can talk to other instructors and see how other programs are run in other provinces. “For my mechanical student, when she was there, it was nice to watch because the world competitors were there doing the same projects, so you can watch what the world level is doing,” said Johns. “You can pick up different tips and tricks and techniques.” The students were appreciative of their coaches, noting without them giving up time, they wouldn’t be able to compete at all. “A lot of people say it’s about us, but it’s equally about the coaches too,” said Riley.

Finding of guilty following roadside fight A Manitoba man is now awaiting sentencing after a wild attack on the side of Highway 39. Judge Karl Bazin gave his decision in Estevan provincial court on Monday and found Robert Dane guilty of impaired driving, dangerous driving and assaulting a peace officer. The incident occurred between Estevan and Bienfait, beginning when a couple of men pulled over to see if there were any problems with another vehicle sitting on the highway’s shoulder. Dane was in the stopped vehicle and a woman was standing next to the car and approached the second vehicle when it arrived. The woman told the newcomers she had been beaten, alleging Dane assaulted her. Dane got out of his car and put his hand on the woman, and the two men in the second vehicle offered to give the woman a ride to Bienfait. She got in the vehicle

and they drove away, but Dane was not finished. He hopped back into his vehicle and sped ahead, driving more than 130 km/h, passing the victim’s vehicle and then braking hard directly in front of it. This caused both cars to come to a stop. Dane and the two men in the other vehicle got out of their cars and a fight broke out on the side of the road.

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Another full day of activites is planned for July 1 in Bienfait. The organizers said they are still willing to accept parade entries and that may be done by contacting Kendra Reed, secretary/treasurer of the Parks and Recreation Board at 306-

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Lynnden Pastachak ing off a season that saw him ﬁnish ﬁfth in Saskatchewan midget AAA scoring, with 29 goals and 58 points. “It’s especially sweet (because) he’s a high-end local product and to me, those guys are the centrepiece of the club. When they come in and are able to contribute and be a part of the team, that’s just huge. The community loves it, and I believe that kids with a background like his — I mean, his dad (Kevin) played for the Bruins — they’re going to play

harder for the crest on the front.” Pastachak was called up to the Bruins for three games last year. The other players the Bruins signed include goalie Brett Lewchuk and forwards Keegan Allison and Chris Thorimbert, all of the Saskatoon Blazers, along with forward Keaton Longpre and defenceman Nolan Nicholas of the Thunder Bay Kings midget AAA team in northern Ontario. The Saskatoon players are among the Bruins’ top prospects, while the Thunder Bay pair impressed at spring camp in April. Lewgood said Lewchuk will get more of an opportunity than most rookie goalies do in the SJHL. “It’s no secret that it’s a challenge for a young goalie

to step in and be an everyday guy, but I think we’re going to look to him more often than sometimes you’d see with a rookie goaltender, to give him some extra experience. Hopefully he can carry the load for us long-term. As for this year, he’s going to push our starting goalie and add some depth to that position. “I know our staff is really high on Thorimbert and say he brings a lot to the table, two-way player, a good character kid. I had a chance to speak to him and he’s really excited about being part of our team. That’s always important, the excitement level often goes hand in hand with the training and level of commitment. “As far as Allison goes, we believe he could be a high-end player in our league

long-term. He’s going to get a lot of looks this year to help him grow into that player. We’re really excited about the potential of him being one of our guns long-term.” Lewgood said he isn’t as familiar with Nicholas and Longpre, but scout and former assistant coach Cole Zahn is optimistic about both of them. “I do know that our guys are very high on them and thought they stood out as leaders in our spring camp. These guys were, according to the staff, no-brainers and Cole was excited enough that he went out to Thunder Bay to meet with them, and said they were both very excited. He thinks they’re going to be a very good ﬁt for our club.” Lewgood said there are no more signings imminent. He feels the six players al-

ready inked will help make for a competitive training camp. “I think we’re off to a really good start. There’s some other really strong Bruins prospects who have a good shot at making our club, and you never know who walks on at camp. All spots are open this year, up for grabs. Our veteran players will have a leg up and a foot in the door because we know what they can bring to the table, and we believe that we have a solid returning group. “That being said, there’s no limit to the amount of ﬁrstyear guys we’ll take. Whoever comes in and proves that they want it and deserve a spot will basically be who’s on the team. With this crop of young guys we’ve already signed, that opens it up even more with the veteran guys.”

Impact drop pair of games to Heat at home Deceased former player honoured The Estevan Harris Oilﬁeld Impact played their ﬁrst two home games ever on the weekend, losing both to the Regina Heat. The senior lacrosse club fell 21-11 to the Heat on Saturday night, and lost 16-8 on Sunday. Saturday’s game meant a little extra to the Impact and to the many Estevan Big Dogs players in attendance. Former Big Dog Tyson Juhlke, who was killed in a motor vehicle accident in December, was honoured prior to the game with a ceremony and a moment of silence. Juhlke would have been with the Impact this year and was the brother of current Big Dogs player Ryan Juhlke. “That whole ceremony was awesome to pay respect to Tyson, because he would’ve been on our team. We did it for Tyson,” said Impact coach Jody Harris. “We’ve been coaching Tyson since he was in peewee. He was a big part of lacrosse and even at his funeral in December, I said to the team, there was nobody prouder than Tyson Juhlke to be a Big Dog. He wore that damn jacket and never took it off. He was the proudest kid to be a Big Dog. He may not have been the most skilled kid, but he was all heart.

Kelsy Omland of the Estevan Impact jumps while taking a shot Sunday during the club’s game against the Regina Heat. (Photo by Chad Saxon) “For me, it’s tough because there’s a lot of emotion attached but at the same time you’re proud and it has to be a celebration.” Harris said that the Heat, knowing Tyson’s jersey would be presented to his dad at the ceremony, after it was presented to his mom at his funeral, went out and got ﬂowers to give to her. They also hung their No. 15 jersey on their bench in honour of Tyson. Once the game got un-

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Gryschuk (3), Jordan Magnuson (3), Dallan Larson (3), Jeff Hoffman and Hayden Burt scored for the Heat. There was plenty of scoring in the second period, with the Heat taking a 16-7 lead at the end of 40 minutes, buoyed by scoring ﬁve of the last six goals in the frame. There was also a ﬁght midway through the period. Estevan spearheaded a brief rally early in the third period, scoring four straight goals, but the Heat

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but when you leave the rink and feel positive about what you’ve done on the floor, that’s progress.” On Sunday, the Impact trailed 8-1 at one point, but came to life in the second half of the second period, as the Heat led 12-5 after 40. The Impact scored two power play goals in a span of 10 seconds in the third period to make it 12-7. Not long after that, there was a ﬁght involving Ryan Curzon. The Heat would seize control of the game for good around the seven-minute mark, scoring four goals in about a minute of game action. Jeff Davies and Omland each scored hat tricks for Estevan, with Smyth and Kittler adding singles. Larson (5), Gryschuk (4), Bellegay (2), Burt (2), Arlen Sjodin (2) and Watson scored for the Heat. “We know we’ve gotta get our defence talking a little more and watch out for those picks that are getting set up behind us. What I’d like to see as a coach too is a lot more shots, more offence being generated,” said Harris. The Impact are back at home June 22-23 to close out the regular season, hosting a pair of games against the Saskatoon Brewers.

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Slow start leads to Wolves’ loss The Estevan Tower Wolves were not able to overcome a bad start on Thursday, eventually losing 12-7 to the Wawota Pats at Lynn Prime Park. The defeat dropped the Wolves to 0-2 on the season. They did not play a scheduled game in Oxbow on Sunday due to rain. Wolves starting pitcher Layne Wolos didn’t hesitate to take the blame for the loss. “I struggled on the mound. If you don’t have a pitcher that starts off strong, you get behind the eight-ball right off the bat and it’s really hard to come back,” said Wolos. “I had no control, I was hitting guys left and right. Don’t blame anybody else, other than the pitching was a bit sketchy.”

Layne Wolos of the Estevan Tower Wolves evades the tag at the plate during a 12-7 loss to the Wawota Pats on Thursday. He was later tagged out after missing the plate. Justin Stupak came on in relief later in the game and “struggled a bit, but he really found his groove as the game went on there,”

Wolos said. Several errors in the first two innings cost the Wolves, and Wolos said that’s an area they need to

clean up. Still, he felt the team did a good job at the plate on Thursday. “We played a good

game, I honestly felt we did. We really got on the bats. Everyone was hitting the ball. Myself and Jordan Fieber, we tried to bring

(ourselves) back into the game. As the season goes on, I’m sure we’ll be a good team. “The progress is starting to come along. We have a committed group of guys who want to get better and realize we’re struggling at some fundamental areas of the game.” He added that the Wolves would have been “really in contention to win that game” if not for the struggles in the first two or three innings. Estevan was scheduled to host the Carlyle Cardinals last night, but Wolos said he expected it would be rained out. The Wolves will visit the Carnduff Astros on Thursday and the Kenosee Cubs on Tuesday.

Big Dogs earn first win of 2013 over Riot It was a long time coming for the Estevan Tarpon Energy Big Dogs. The junior lacrosse club finally earned its first win of the season on Friday after losing their first five games of the Prairie Gold Lacrosse League season. The Big Dogs broke the goose egg with a 12-7 victory over the Regina Riot in the provincial capital. Big Dogs head coach Evan Handley attributed the win to an improved commitment to defence, something he has cited as a weakness all year. “It was huge. It meant a lot to the kids and obviously me as well. The kids played really, really hard and it was about time we started to play some real good defence,” he said. “I think it all started with our defence. We weren’t in our own zone the whole game and that gave us a chance to do m o r e o ff e n s i v e l y. We

Rhett Handley, right, keeps the ball away from a Regina Rifles player during a recent game. (File photo) weren’t in the box the bench by any stretch of whole game either.” the imagination,” said The Big Dogs (1-5) Handley, who added that helped their own cause by his team gradually wore getting off to a good start, the Riot down. leading 5-2 after the first Rhett Handley led the period. club with three goals and FARM EQUIPMENT “We really made sure three assists, and Dylan it was our own end first Smith added a hat trick and went from there. We and two assists. Tanner still didn’t have a huge Froese had two goals and a

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whereas earlier (in the season), we weren’t sure.” The Big Dogs’ next game comes Saturday as part of the PGLL All-Star Game festivities at Spectra Place. The All-Star Game is at 2 p.m. and the Big Dogs will face the Riot at 8 p.m.

PGLL All-Star Game coming Saturday The sport of lacrosse will get some added exposure in Estevan on Saturday, as the city hosts the annual Prairie Gold Lacrosse League’s All-Star Game. The contest will pit North and South teams against one another. Game time is 2 p.m. at Spectra Place. Saturday will also feature games at various levels of local box lacrosse filling up most of the day’s slate. “I’m glad Estevan is going to get a chance to see how exciting lacrosse can be. There are going to be a lot of goals and the goalies will be making some big saves,” said Estevan Big Dogs head coach Evan Handley, who is serving as one of four coaches for the South team. The Big Dogs had six players selected for the game: Dylan Smith and Rhett Handley, who rank seventh and eighth in the league scoring race, respectively, along with Ty Currie, Mark Moriarty, Tanner Froese and goalie Ryan Kenzie. The Big Dogs will wrap up the day’s action with a home game against the Regina Riot at 8 p.m.

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Grade 2 student Zachary Horrocks flies over the bar during the high jump competition at Spruce Ridge School’s annual track day on Friday. Shaun Von Sprecken won the event.

Local bodybuilder shooting for Olympia After placing second in the Toronto Pro SuperShow bodybuilding competition recently, Estevan’s Cea Anna Kerr is setting her sights higher. The world-famous Olympia event will have a physique category for the ﬁrst time this year, and Kerr hopes to be there. “Everybody wants to get to the Olympia now that they have physique,” said Kerr, who is planning to attend a qualifying competition in Dallas in mid-August. “It’s been my dream. To actually be a pro is unbelievable, but to do well at a pro event and maybe qualify for the Olympia?” The top ﬁve point-getters from qualifying events make it to the Olympia, and Kerr currently sits seventh.

“This’ll be the ﬁrst year for pro physique at the Olympia. That’s why the competition’s really tough because everybody’s trying to qualify. I’m pretty thrilled, coming from Saskatchewan and doing so well now. To be the ﬁrst Saskatchewan woman placing this high in shows, and I’m living in Estevan.” As for the Toronto show, Kerr took second place in women’s physique for the second straight year on May 31. “It was huge. I didn’t know what to expect because when you’re backstage, everybody looks good because you’re all pros. Everybody diets well and trains. Everybody looks so good because it’s top-calibre athletes. “The girl that won placed top three in the New York show the week before. To be put next to her, I was like,

‘is this for real?’” The two bodybuilders were separated by only a couple of points in the judging, in a ﬁeld of 18. Kerr said she was happy with the shape she was in entering the show. “I got a little more conditioned and had a really good off-season. I was able to push more weight. I knew I had to bring up my shoulders and back a little bit. When you do that, you have to put on more muscle. It all worked out. “I did hard training for 12 weeks. You always have to diet down to try and lose your body fat. You can’t have a lot of body fat when you’re on the stage, under the lights. They want to see the lines, they want to see the muscle deﬁnition.”

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Estevan’s Cea Anna Kerr placed second in the women’s physique division at the Toronto Pro SuperShow recently for the second straight year. (Photo by Jeff Binns)

The Estevan Mermaids set a club record on Sunday, with eight athletes qualifying for Synchro Saskatchewan’s high performance program. The synchronized swimming club had never sent more than two swimmers to the high performance program in a given year before. The program, funded by Sask. Sport, is designed to develop elite athletes over a four-year period, sending the best to the Canada Games in

year four. The trials were comprised of 46 athletes province-wide, with 37 of them making the standard for the program. The Mermaids sent 12 swimmers. “We are incredibly excited about the high number of athletes that qualiﬁed this year. It is a testament to the hard work of our athletes and coaches this year,” said Mermaids head coach Brenda Lyons. The athletes who made

the program will receive extra coaching time at two camps this year, where they will have access to elite coaching from across the country. Although no members of the Mermaids were among the group of eight that exceeded the standard of 70 points to qualify for excellence, Mackenzie Dahl was the next-best performer, leading a group of seven that surpassed 65 points to automatically qualify for

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Introductory softball program growing The Learn to Play program run by Estevan Girls’ Softball continues to grow. The program, which is for kids aged five to 10, was restructured locally in 2011 to form three levels of players based on age and ability. The three levels are a progression of skill development. The emphasis is on fun and softball skills and takes into account the development of the young players, namely such things as short attention span, lower levels of coordination, difficulty tracking objects and limited ability to think ahead and make decisions. Softball Canada says

the Learn to Play program is “designed to be a young person’s introduction to the sport of softball. The emphasis is on fun, action and a positive atmosphere, with a gradual introduction to non-stressful competition.” The program got a boost recently with the sponsorship of Power Dodge for the next three years. It is now known as the Power Dodge Learn to Play softball program. Teams are now called the Vipers, Darts, Rams, Chargers, Wranglers and Challengers. Parent participation is part of the program so that the coach is able to lead

practices with a number of adult helpers, so that there is an ideal ratio of 2-to-1, player to adult, or at the very least, enough helpers to set up stations and keep the kids involved and participating. This helps keep the kids’ attention and increases the number of repetitions, which assists with developing softball skills. As the season progresses, the teams shift toward playing some games. The LTP is for both girls and boys. In 2011, there were 38 players on three teams. Last year, there were 54 players on four teams, and this year there are 72

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The Learn to Play program run by Estevan Girls’ Softball has a new name this year, along with a new focus. players on six teams. Estevan Girls’ Softball president Shauna Earl said credit for the program

nearly doubling its numbers in three years can go to the organizers who decided to restructure the program, but

more so to parents, coaches and LTP directors — Bruce Duncan this year and Jody Waloshin in 2012.

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The Estevan Golden Eels swimming team kicked off its 2013 season on June 5 with their annual mini-meet. Their first meet comes Saturday in Humboldt with a sprint event, followed by a combination meet June 22 in Regina. After that, they will head to a full meet in Weyburn on July 6, followed by another in Assiniboia July 13 and a combination meet in Swift Current on July 14. Estevan will host the south region provincial semifinals on July 20, with the north semis taking place in Rosetown the same day. Provincials take place in Melfort July 27-28.

Two Estevan Comprehensive School athletes earned medals at the Saskatchewan High Schools Athletic Association track and field provincials on the weekend in Moose Jaw. Kyle Seipp took bronze in the discus final, with a throw of 33.52 metres, and Keena McKnight was third in the 3,000-metre final, with a time of 11:55.00. McKnight also finished fourth in the 1,500-metre event, with a time of 5:19.58, and her time of 2:44.80 put her 11th in the 800-metre final. Cole MacCuish participated in the quadrathlon, finishing 19th with 1,915 points. His results included third place in 100 metres (12.00 seconds), 22nd in 800 metres (2:35.62), 16th in long jump (4.94) and 23rd in shot put (9.56). David Kleemola participated in three long-distance events, running 18th in 800 metres (2:21.20), 16th in 1,500 metres (4:47.54) and 21st in 3,000 metres (10:55.48). Carson Perkins was 17th in high jump, with a leap of 1.60 metres. William Chamney reached the semifinals in 100 and 200 metres, finishing seventh in his 100 metre semi (11.96) and eighth in his 200 metre semi (24.00). Carlton Stachoski was sixth in his 200 metre semi, with a time of 25.70. Kristina Chamney finished fourth in her 100 metre heat (14.03) and sixth in her 100-metre hurdles heat (15.22), and did not advance in either event. Blaine Herzberg was fifth in his 400 metres heat (58.50) and did not advance.

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Bruins get key prospects locked up As usual, the Estevan Bruins got their recruiting done quickly. The team signed six prospects over the last week. Bienfait’s Lynnden Pastachak is obviously the jewel of the group, although Saskatoon products Brett Lewchuk, Keegan Allison and Chris Thorimbert are all expected to be key Junior A players as well. As for Thunder Bay’s Nolan Nicholas and Keaton Longpre, I wasn’t able to see them at spring camp, but all reports were that they stood out. Bruins scout Cole Zahn believes they’ll be impact players, and he’s a good evaluator of talent, so I’ll leave it at that. Meanwhile, Lampman defenceman Edwin Hookenson has joined the Nanaimo Clippers of the British Columbia Hockey League, which is a surprise, considering he would have been one of the local cornerstones head coach Chris Lewgood described Pastachak as. Estevan forward Daniel Wanner may follow Hookenson to the coast after his father, Cory, bought the Cowichan Valley Capitals. The Bruins may be finished recruiting, although 1996-born forward Carter Folk and defenceman Carter Forsythe could still be targets. As for the players they signed, it appears to be a strong group. Pastachak needs little introduction. After finishing

a sophomore. Austin Daae could also be in there if he comes back from the WHL. Allison and Thorimbert also project as top-six guys down the road, and Allison could get a shot on the top two lines next year. He’s been impressive at spring and fall camps and, coming off a year where he led the Saskatoon Blazers in scoring with 50 points, has strong offensive upside. The same can be said for Thorimbert. Lewchuk is the club’s goalie of the future. He cemented his top prospect status in February, when he was called up and turned aside 38 of 40 shots in a 5-2 win over the Battlefords North Stars. He’s slated to back up this year, but with more starts than rookie backups normally get. Of course, this is assuming Steven Glass’s knee is 100 per cent. If not, all bets are off. If Nicholas and Longpre can be the kind of players Zahn believes they will be, they should be strong additions as well.

Josh Lewis Hear Me Out top five in Saskatchewan midget AAA last year in scoring, and with the Bruins not returning a particularly strong group up front, he’ll get every chance to be a top six forward. There’s zero doubt about that. But the 17-year-old could end up with the Red Deer Rebels, who have been wooing him for the last year or so. He would obviously get more ice time and opportunity with the Bruins, but that’s a decision he needs to make for himself. Needless to say, he would represent a significant scoring boost for the Bruins next year. Barring a trade, their top six figures to include last year’s rookie standouts Hudson Morrison and Darcy DeRoose, along with Tanner Froese and Taylor Reich, who regressed last year as

Contact Josh Lewis at 306-634-2654 or sports@ estevanmercury.ca. The Canadian Hockey League just joined Hockey Canada in clown college by banning European goalies. Utter stupidity abounds in our hockey governing bodies these days.

Big names making plays at Riders’ camp SASKATOON -- You would truly have to be here at 2013 Roughriders training camp to believe it. And this is no exaggeration. The talent assembled by Rider GM Brendan Taman and his staff reads like a veritable CFL allstar team. Highlight-reel plays have become the norm through the first week of training camp due to the stunning stable of big names in Green and White. Let’s go down the list: • SB Weston Dressler (2012 CFL All-Star) • SB Chris Getzlaf (2012 CFL All-Star) • SB Geroy Simon (CFL’s all-time leading receiver) • QB Darian Durant (named the CFL’s third-best player in a TSN poll two years ago) • RB Kory Sheets (1,277 yards as a rookie in 2012) • DE John Chick (2009 CFL Most Outstanding Defensive Player) • DE Ricky Foley

(2012 Grey Cup Top Canadian) • LB Rey Williams (2012 Ti-Cats tackles leader) • DB Dwight Anderson (regarded as the league’s best) • S Tyron Brackenridge (2012 Rider defensive MVP) That’s not even to mention two-time Grey Cup champs and former Alouettes linebacker Diamond Ferri and defensive lineman Jermaine McElveen. Throw in receiver Kierre Johnson, who caught a touchdown pass in the 2011 Grey Cup for the champion B.C. Lions, and the list is truly staggering. I’m probably even forgetting a few. Of course, this doesn’t mean a waltz to the Grey Cup in November in Regina for the Riders. The 2013 Toronto Blue Jays and 2012-13 Los Angeles Lakers have reminded us that all the talent in the world doesn’t add up to success, or even championships.

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we’re looking for individual players who play within the scheme.” It won’t be up to one person to bring it all together. Rather, it will be a collective effort. However, Dwight Anderson figures with all the offensive talent, it will come down to the guy pulling the trigger to get the job done. “You really gotta pay attention to Geroy, you already had to pay attention to Getzlaf and Dressler, so it’s just putting more weapons out there for Durant,” Anderson surmised. “It’s all on his shoulders. He’s got a lotta weapons out there

Rod Pedersen Rider Insider And at this point, the Rider braintrust knows it. “The biggest thing is, of course, there are a lot of big names, there are a lot of veteran guys,” said head coach Corey Chamblin. “Those guys have made plays in previous stops and we want to make sure they’re making big plays

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so it’s gonna be up to him to find the right guy!” Durant laughed when told of the expectations placed on him by Anderson. “Me and D.A. have a good relationship,” Durant smiled. “I’m glad he’s on our side. If he’s saying the offence is on my shoulders, then the secondary and the defence is on his because he’s come over with a lot of expectations also.” Whatever it takes boys. Just get it done! We’ll get our first look at how things are coming together when the Roughriders visit Edmonton Friday night.

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Southeast continues to lead in Crown land sale activity The frantic boom that used to be the Saskatchewan oil patch, might just be settling down into a mere very busy boomlet. The June 5 sale of petroleum and natural gas rights in Saskatchewan brought in a neat and tidy $9.6 million in revenue for the province with a yearto-date total now sitting at $29.3 million in the three sales that have been held this ﬁscal year. As has been the case in most sales over the past four years, the Estevan-Weyburn area received the most bids with sales of $7.9 million, thanks to the continuing interest in the Bakken oil play. The sale registered nowhere near the levels achieved two and three years ago, but still signifies major interest in the Saskatchewan play for conventional oil reserves. The Lloydminster region, which features heavier crude oil, brought in $1.4 million in the sale with lesser interest being shown for lands in the Kindersley and Swift Current regions. While the sales of new Crown land may be settling back, the development of lands purchased earlier is continuing on the strong trend with production from the Bakken area alone reaching 69,000 barrels of oil per day (bpd) which continues to drive investment in the region, said Tim McMillan, Energy and Resources minister. “The majority of the lands sold in the Weyburn-Estevan area are targeting Bakken-prone land, accounting for more than 80 per cent of the sale total.” The highest price paid for a single parcel was $1.5 million spent by Bader Pass Minerals for a 64-hectare lease north of Lampman, which was also easily

Prairie skylines are often riddled with pumpjacks. The scenery isn’t much different in the southeast saskatchewan region. the highest price paid on a per-hectare basis at over $23,500. “While the Bakken garnered most of the attention, we are particularly interested in a cluster of parcels that sold near Avonlea,” McMillan said. “This is a dynamic industry and it is encouraging that industry is conﬁdent in the potential for new discoveries in Saskatchewan.” The deeper Red River formation produced oil for a short time near Avonlea in the 1990s, and several other geological horizons have been tested in the past in this region. The province is optimistic that exploration of these lands will provide further information on production potential. The average price paid per hectare in this sale was $655.79, compared with over $922 per hectare in the last sale conducted in April. The April sale, though, amounted to just over $7.7

million since the land offerings were more limited and modest in size. There was just one exploratory licence posted this time around, and the 1,424.49 hectare parcel was sold in the southeast sector for $618,242.90 to Ranger Land Services Ltd. Eighty-seven of the 103 leases put up for sale, were taken in the sale. Gas prone areas in the province attracted total bids of just over $139,000, an average of $239.61 per

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$574.30 per hectare that was paid in the last sale. Seven leases were put up for sale around Lloydminster and all seven were bought and claimed. Standard Land Company was the top purchaser in the Lloydminster region, spending $959,000 to acquire three leases. In the Kindersley region, the average price paid per hectare was $163.04 compared with $161.56 paid in the previous sale. Ten of the 11 leases that were up for sale were purchased, with Standard Land again being the major purchaser when they spent just under $136,000 for two leases. In the Swift Current area, nine of the 12 leases were purchased for a total of $139,300, an average of $53.79 per hectare compared with $1,774.21 per hectare paid in April. Standard Land was the biggest purchaser in this region as well, spending just over $69,000 for ﬁve leases. The next sale of Crown land will be Aug. 12.

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The asphalt went down smoothly as Souris Valley Paving crews put the final touches on two blocks of paving along Souris Avenue near the Estevan Curling Club last week. The first paving coat had been applied last year with the second and final pavement laid last week after the ground had settled. Work is also progressing on the paving of the Leisure Centre parking lot.

Shortline railways receive grants The Saskatchewan government announced last week that $900,000 in grants is being awarded for 13 shortline railways through the Shortline Railway Sustainability Program. This is an increase of $200,000 over last year. “We are happy to once again increase the amount of funding available for shortline railways,” Highways and Infrastructure Minister and Minister responsible for the Saskatchewan Grain Car Corporation

Don McMorris said. “These railways support rural economic development by providing grain producers, oil producers and other shippers with an effective transportation option that also lightens the load on our highways.” The 50-50 cost-shared infrastructure grant program is funded provincially by the Saskatchewan Grain Car Corporation and matched by privately-owned shortline railways that meet eligibility requirements. The program funding is used to maintain

Two local shortlines were among those that received funding. The Stewart Southern Railway based out of Fillmore received $56,129 while the Long Creek Railroad based out of Tribune got $35,000. Between SRSP’s inception in 2008 and the end of the current fiscal year, up to $7.6 million will be invested into the shortline railway system in Saskatchewan. The province has 13 privately-owned shortline railways that can operate on about 2,000 km of provincially regulated track.

or upgrade rail lines through projects such as replacing ties, repairing bridges or stabilizing track. “Since 2008, we have added six new shortlines and more than 900 km of track,” Saskatchewan Shortline Railway Association President Conrad Johnson said. “Our partnership with the Government continues to be important as it provides needed funding and also requires each shortline to invest money to ensure their own longterm viability.”

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Artists C.J. McKinnon (left) and Corinne Trebick-Gibson at the opening of the Nevermore exhibit in the EAGM. This collaborative exhibit will be on display in the gallery until July 13. They had known for some time that they wanted to collaborate on an art project and when they found the perfect vehicle, they attacked it with glee … some might suggest a darkened glee, but glee nevertheless. C.J. McKinnon, formerly of Bienfait/Estevan and Corinne Trebick-Gibson found their common ground with the written work of Edgar Allan Poe. The collaborative effort that was sparked in 2010 now adorns the walls of the community gallery in the Estevan Art Gallery and Museum and will remain there until July 13. The two women explained their thought and artistic processes to a receptive audience at the gallery during the official launching of the exhibit on the evening of June 6. The collages and heavy oil paints run true to Poe’s darker spirits with a generous supply of ravens, darkened three-masted ships, swirling maelstroms and other objects that spring from Poe’s words and their interpretations. McKinnon said this period of work marked her first serious venture into collage, which, in turn, led her to appreciate “space and cheese cloth,” she said with a smile. “The cheese cloth and crumpled paper gave me texture and movement, allowing me to produce some semi-abstract art while I ask the question, ‘what is the raven saying?’ in my work.” Trebick-Gibson said she sees in Saskatchewan so much light, space and distance so her work focused on “honouring people who used to live in that space.” She added that “Poe is mouth candy for poets and for me it was the fact I could feel the image, so it was the process of making it happen. I found a natural fit for dark undertones that are a usual element of my work. It was my intention to create painting of places that do not exist in reality and are not defined by time. These are images of deep atmosphere and mood that allow the viewer to experience the psychology of

timelessness in impossible environments.” Trebick-Gibson said her heavy and wet oil work required continuous manipulations, even to the scratching of a light beam onto the canvas before the oil paint dried. Her goal was to suggest mystery and fantasy and she worked with intent and intuition. “Paint, for me, expresses more than a combination of words ever could.” McKinnon, who has been living and teaching in Regina for the past four years, said it was a treat to return to familiar ground to display the work that has taken a couple of years to produce, mount and frame. Amber Andersen, curator/director for the EAGM, said she felt the two-dimension work contains so much depth with the techniques these two artists have adopted that it gives them a 3-D feel. “I’ve used the raven, the adaptable bird,” said McKinnon, referring to the wellknown feathered friend, the scavenger bird, of Poe’s dark works. “We gave each other feedback, but we certainly didn’t try to control the other’s work,” said McKinnon, in talking about the collaboration venture. “We produced Poe in our own styles.” The EAGM exhibit is the ﬁrst full-blown exhibit of the complete Nevermore works by the two artists. Pieces of the exhibit were featured recently at the Cathedral Village Freehouse in Regina. After the Estevan showing, the works will be installed in Weyburn and then will go on to Prince Albert and there is some expectation that another exhibit can be established in Alberta and later on, in Thunder Bay, Ont. Andersen then reminded the guests attending the opening that later this month, June 21 to be exact, the gallery will be playing host to its own 35th anniversary party with lots of music, games and other activities and that will be followed by the third annual EAGM garage sale July 4 and 5.

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Hill View Manor happenings Trinity Tower news Eunice Massett Correspondent I have had good intentions since March about submitting a newsletter but somehow work gets in the way of writing and time sure passes quickly! I am sitting in my office enjoying the smell of fresh cut grass, absorbing the lovely warmth of the sun and not seeing any rain drops. It is wonderful! We are rotor raking the lawns and hoping it will allow them to grow green and beautiful. Yesterday was an amazing day as well because a group of volunteers from “Day of Caring” all pitched in and worked very hard for many hours cutting grass, planting our gardens, pulling weeds, trimming the apple trees and general clean up. As the day progressed so did the number of helpers as did my heartfelt appreciation for an excellent job done by willing hands. Our yard is quite big and unfortunately very hard to keep up with, especially for the first major clean. So from all the residents and staff at HVM we offer great praise to all of you who so generously gave of your time and energy!! Thank you, thank you. A lot has happened since March. We celebrated a few very significant occasions including Easter and Mothers Day. Easter represented many of the spiritual blessing we enjoy and Mothers day allowed us to show honor and respect to our thirty three ladies at HVM. We had a lovely afternoon tea with beautiful decorations and dainties. Our cook Nino outdid himself this year with some fancy desserts and one of our staffs daughter, Kiera Baryluk preformed some ballet and some tap dances as well as our staff Jenny Lumay from India pleasured us with some beautiful dancing form her native land. Both girls were adorned in traditional dress and were just amazing. I wrote such a lovely Mothers Day poem for our “Moms” but the printer for the computer was

not working so I wrote it in long hand. When I went to read it I couldn’t decipher my own writing so that was a wash! Oh well , it is the thought that counts. A very exciting event took place here on April 18th. Audrey Torgunrud turned 103 years young. She had a nice celebration with her family and we are thrilled to have the honor of caring for this dear lady. We are excited as well to celebrate with Laura Ireland on June 21 as she will also be 103. Amazing! We have had some very sad losses here at HVM this last while. We are grieving the passing of John Ward who passed away here at HVM on March 24th. Johns’ funeral mass was held at St John The Baptist RC Church on April 1st. We will miss him and his dedicated family who never missed a day of visitiing. Our little puppy Pica will certainly miss John as well as every day all summer long John would sit outside holding the leash with Pica at his side barking at all who passed by. Our dear friend and resident, Tom Cundall, passed away peacefully with his loving family at his side on May 6th. There was a celebration of his life at the Trinity Lutheran Church on May 11. We pray God will minister peace to his family. We have also had to say our goodbyes to Norman Hill who passed away on May 8th. His wife and daughter were with him to hold his hand as he left this world to meet father in heaven. He was lovingly remembered at a service at the Royal Canadian Legion Hall in Stoughton. These two wonderful men were veterans who fought and sacrificed more than we can ever know so that we can enjoy the life we now have. We will surely miss all three of these wonderful gentlemen, but draw comfort knowing they are safe in Fathers arms. At a later date I will try to do a tribute for these our friends so that you can know how important they were to us and how proud we were to have had them in our home.

Outram-Madigan Club News Morgan Walter Correspondent The Outram-Madigan 4H Club has been very busy! Two of our members: Raegan Walter and Colesey Goetz represented our club at the Regional Public Speaking in Estevan on April 7th/13. They both did a wonderful job. Congratulations to Colesey on winning 1st place the junior age category. Colesey went on to provincials where she represented our club very well. Our April meeting was held at the Goetz’s farm. We did our questionnaires and Chad helped us fill in the weight parts of our record books. We spent time planning our Achievement Day. Good work everyone!

May 4th was a fun and sunny day. Lots of members from our club attended a Judging Clinic in Weyburn. We learned how to judge different animals and the right terminology to use when judging animals. We judged dairy cattle, horses, steers and heifers. We were then treated to pizza and pop for lunch and as an afternoon snack ice cream and chips. On May 12th we loaded up our 4H animals and took them to the Ross farm for a Demo Day. We learned about oral reasons, then did oral reasons. We had a showmanship demonstration by Wayne Brokenshire then we all got to participate with our calves. We had a potluck lunch and ice cream cones to end the day.

Our club has been doing a lot of fundraising. We started off on April 11th helping serve the lunch at the Lafrentz Bull Sale in Alameda. On May 17th we worked the concession at the Estevan Motor Speedway. It was Roughrider Night, so we got a group picture with some of the Roughriders and Gainer the Gopher. They evened signed our shirts. Then on June 8th, we served hot dogs, hamburgers, pop, freezies and homemade baking at the Gervais Car Show. A big thanks to some of our members who went out and helped the Rotary Club with their Annual Trash Pick-up. Our next meeting is at the Klatt Farm on June

16th and we will be having a Mini Show Day and a pig roast and water gun fights. Then after that is our Achievement Day on July 7th and the Regional Show and Sale on July 8th. Hope to see you all there!!

June, I thought, was the month to get married, but not so at Trinity Tower. It is the month of birthdays. There are a total of 14 birthdays in June. We wish a very happy birthday to Gen Kvammen on June 13, Angie Dillman on June 14 and Peter Paterson on June 17. A little trivia I picked up from The Seniors publication re. June weddings. Most people got married in June because they took their yearly bath in May and still smelled pretty good in June. However, they were starting to smell so brides carried a bouquet of flowers to hide the body odor. Hence the custom today of carrying a bouquet of flowers when getting married. Margaret Lukey of Weyburn and Joan Klippenstein of Trossacks and Yellow Grass billeted with Virgil and Ethelda Anderson while attending the Saskatchewan Conference of the United Church of Canada from May 30 to June 2 held at Spectra Place – Estevan. This week I will introduce you to a very kind lady, Hazel Romness. Hazel always has a smile and is a friend to all. Hazel shares her story: This is Hazel Romness trying to help our faithful reporter with my little blurb. I moved back to Estevan from Abbotsford after my husband passed away. This was my home town where my relatives lived and where I was educated in my high school years. Previous to that I was raised on a farm owned by my parents, Vera and Henry Knox. I had one brother and one sister (now deceased) as well the passing of my parents. I have one daughter, Shelly, who is my pride and joy. I have lived in Trinity Tower for 13 years. I have some wonderful and faithful friends that I cherish. I have the highest respect for our manager, Diane Bod, who goes out of her way in contributing to our well-being. The staff goes above and beyond the call of duty. I am thankful for where I’m at in my life: physically, emotionally, and spiritually. I really couldn’t ask for much more as I approach my 82 birthday. My goal is to reach out to those less fortunate than myself. The Salvation Army Church helps me do that. I do volunteer work here at Trinity and try to give back al the good things that God has provided for me. That’s it in a nutshell. The Hi Risers Ass. Executive put on a lovely noon wiener roast on Wednesday. It was a beautiful day to be outside. Thanks to all the residents who came out to make it a success. Carol Kennedy served a lovely birthday cake for dessert.

North Portal happenings By Betty Baniulis North Portal Correspondent Bridge was held at the home of Margaret Baniulis on June 3 with two tables participating. High honours to Bette Macdonald and second high to Dorothy Fuchs. The Shriners from the area golfed at the International Club in North Portal on June 5. A supper meeting followed. Alan and Shirley Davis were in Regina the weekend of June 8 to attend a Wa Wa Temple Shriners ceremonial event.

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Card of Thanks THANK YOU ! Special Thank you wishes to all who participated in any way to the Tea held for my 90th Birthday at Creighton Lodge on the 18th of May. Special Thank you to those who donated to our building fund. Special Thank you to my children, grand-children, step-grand-children and great grandchildren and my many, many friends! Some who I haven’t seen for years. Special Thank you to my nieces and nephews who traveled from Kelowna and Osoyoos B.C, Brandon, Manitoba, Saskatoon, Calgary, Alberta and thank you to my brother from Fergus Falls, Minnesota.My son Lamar and Jan, Victoria BC. Live Well, Love Much, Laugh Often! My Love and Prayers to All! Mary Grube

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2011 CHEV TAHOE LTZ sunroof, nav, rear DVD, 20” rims, only 38,400 kms.........SOLD 2011 CHEV CREW CAB white diamond, nav, 20” rims, 32,797 kms, local trade ...SOLD 2011 CHEV AVALANCHE buckets, 20” rims, orange, 38,000 kms ..................$34,400 2011 GMC 3500 CREW S.W.B. SLT 4x2 6.0L, power roof, leather, 5,000 kms, like new ........................................................................................$32,700 2011 CHEV TRAVERSE LT AWD 8 passenger, 45,000 kms...........................$26,358 2011 JEEP COMPASS LIMITED 4x4 leather, pr roof, navigation, 26,400 kms ..$23,700 2010 BUICK ENCLAVE CXL AWD black, leather, 89,608 kms .......................$28,700 2010 CHEV CREW 4x4 LT chrome package, 5.3L, 56,000 kms ......................SOLD 2009 GMC ACADIA SLT AWD loaded, 72,557 kms .....................................$27,316 2009 GMC SLT EIC 4x4 leather, all terrain package, 90,000 kms ....................$23,828 2009 CHEV AVALANCHE rear DVD, sunroof, leather, 20” rims, 121,000 kms ..$24,900 2009 BUICK ENCLAVE AWD leather, two pannel roof, base, 97,580 kms ........$27,900 2008 BMW X5 AWD leather, roof, black, 97,800 kms ...................................$31,700 2008 GMC CREW CAB 4x4 5.3L, local trade, 111,535 kms .........................$20,700 2008 GMC CREW 4x4 5.3L all terrain, GFX package, buckets, 115,400 kms..$21,700 2008 CHEV EIC 2500 H.D. 4x4 gas, cloth, 130,00 kms .............................$19,900 2008 FORD ESCAPE XLT 87,200 kms .........................................................$15,437 2008 GMC ACADIA blue, 80,000 kms .........................................................$16,900 2007 CHEV TRAILBLAZER 135,300 kms, power seat ....................................SOLD 2007 HONDA RIDGELINE 4x4 silver, 83,000 kms ......................................$23,900 2005 JEEP TJ 50,000 kms, 5 speed ...............................................................SOLD 2005 CHEV SILVERADO CREW 1500 4x4 power seat, 5.5L, 80,500 kms ...SOLD 2004 TOYOTA TUNDRA CREW CAB 109,723 kms .....................................SOLD 2002 CHEV TAHOE 4x4 18,500 kms, local trade............................................$8,900

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2012 CHRYSLER CHARGER SXT loaded, red, 16,500 kms...........................$25,939 2012 CHEV EQUINOX AWD silver metallic, 12,500 kms, GST only .................SOLD 2011 DODGE DAKOTA SXT QUAD CAB 4x4 30,300 kms ........................$23,989

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CARS

12 Dodge Avenger SXT Plus 4dr factory warranty .................................$19,995 12 Ford Focus SEL 4dr leather, sunroof, 19,000 km, factory warranty ...$19,995 11 Chev Impala LT 4dr factory warranty ..................................................$16,995 09 Pontiac Vibe 4dr factory warranty, 73,166 km ....................................$13,500 08 Chev Cobalt LT 2dr warranty, 100,900 km ...........................................$9,995 07 Monte Carlo SS 2dr 95,000 km...........................................................$15,995 07 Chev Malibu LT 4dr warranty 126,800 km ............................................$9,995 07 PT Cruiser 4dr warranty, 81,000 km .....................................................$8,995 06 Pontiac Pursuit 2dr warranty ................................................................$6,995 06 Mazda 6 GS 4dr loaded, warranty .........................................................$9,995 06 Honda Civic LX 2dr loaded, warranty .................................................$10,995 03 Buick Century 4dr warranty, 138,000 km .............................................$5,995 02 Mazda Protégé 5 H/B warranty .............................................................$2,995 01 Chrysler Sebring LX 4dr warranty........................................................$4,995

TRUCKS, VANS & SUV’s

13 Jeep Compass North 4x4 factory warranty, 23,225 km .....................$23,995 12 Jeep Liberty Sport 4x4 factory warranty ............................................$22,995 11 Ford F150 Super Crew/Cab XLT 4x4 EcoBoost factory warranty ....$30,995 10 Chev Silverado LT Crew/Cab 4x4 Z-71 factory warranty, Flexfuel ... $25,995 10 GMC Sierra Nevada E/Cab 4x4 factory warranty ...............................$20,995 07 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS AWD warranty...............................................$16,995 07 Chev Trailblazer 4x4 sunroof warranty ................................................ $9,995 04 Chev Silverado Z-71 Crew/cab 4x4 warranty ....................................$14,995 03 Jeep Liberty Sport 4x4 4dr warranty....................................................$7,995 03 Hyundai Santa Fe FWD warranty ..........................................................SAVE 01 Dodge Caravan SE 4dr 3 yr warranty .................................................. $3,995 97 Ford F150 E/C warranty.........................................................................$3,495

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Domestic cars

Family Owned Dealership Since 1937 1021 - 4th STREET, ESTEVAN PHONE: (306) 634-3629

USED CARS

2012 CHRYSLER 300 LTD.............................................................. $33,900 2011 CHEV MALIBU LT loaded,.15,175.kms.................................. $21,995 2010 CHEV COLBALT LT 57,000.kms........................................... $12,395 2008 CHRYSLER SEBRIng Only.20,000.kms............................... $10,995 2006 DODgE CHARgER RT 52,000.kms....................................... $15,900

USED TRUCKS/VANS

2013 CHALLEngER RT 3,600.kms.5.7.Hemi,.Loaded.................... $39,995 2012 gRAnD CARAVAn RT Loaded.30,000.kms.......................... $28,555 2012 JEEP COMPASS ................................................................... $23,995 2012 DODgE 1500 Q/C 4x4............................................................ $31,500 2012 gRAnD CARAVAn RT loaded............................................... $26,950 2012 TOWn & COUnTRY VAn 14,000.kms................................... $30,900 2012 gRAnD CARAVAn................................................................ $22,900 2011 DODgE 3500 CREW CAB 4x4.............................................. $34,995 2011 gRAnD CHEROKEE LTD loaded,.68,000.kms...................... $33,900 2011 RAM 1500 OUTDOORSMAn................................................. $31,900 2011 DODgE DAKOTA Q/C 4x4..................................................... $27,995 2011 DODgE JOURnEY RT AWD White....................................... $27,900 2010 JOURnEY RT White.48,500.kms............................................ $24,900 2010 JOURnEY RT Black.75,000.kms............................................... SOLD 2010 FORD EDgE LTD 40,000.kms................................................ $32,000 2010 DODgE 1500 CREW CAB 4x4 loaded.................................. $28,995 2010 RAM 1500 CREW CAB Laramie loaded................................ $29,995 2009 DODgE JOURnEY RT loaded............................................... $24,900 2009 FORD CREW CAB 4x4 xLT.................................................. $20,995 2008 RAM 3500 SLT black,.loaded................................................. $31,995 2008 gRAnD CARAVAn SxT........................................................ $12,900 2008 DODgE gRAnD CARAVAn SxT.......................................... $15,995 2007 TOWn AnD COUnTRY.......................................................... $12,995 2007 CADILLAC ESCALADE loaded.............................................. $28,995 2007 HYOSUng SCOOTER ............................................................ $2,195 2005 DODgE RAM 2500 SLT Q/C 4x4 Diesel................................... SOLD

TRAILERS/MOTORHOMES/RVs

1980 TRAVEL AIR MOTORHOME, 24 Ft......................................... $6,500

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Used Cars

2012 Chevrolet Impala Lt Silver, 17,327 km ................................ $17,900 2010 Dodge Challenger SRT8 Yellow, Supercharged, 17,649 km ....................................................................................... $46,900 2009 Dodge Caliber SXT Black, 49,121 km.................................. $11,900 2009 Dodge Caliber SRT4 Loaded, Red, 27,992 km.................... $19,900

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2012 Ram 3500 Laramie Loaded, Diesel, Grey, 50,000 km .........$51,900 2012 Ram 1500 Sport Loaded, Black, 21,630 km ........................$38,900 2012 Ram 1500 Sport Loaded, Black, 60,727 km ........................$34,900 2011 Ford F150 Platinum Loaded, White, 78,635 km ..................$39,900 2011 Ram 1500 Sport Loaded, Grey, 41,398 km .........................$35,900 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Cheyenne Extended Cab, Grey, 60,000 km .......................................................................................$24,900 2011 Ram 3500 SLT Crew White, 111,212 km .............................$39,900 2011 Ram 1500 Laramie Loaded, White, 69,014 km....................$34,900 2011 Dodge Durango SXT Grey, 62,268 km ...............................$27,900 2011 Ram 1500 Sport Quad Cab White, 102,183 km ..................$26,900 2011 Ram 1500 Laramie Two Tone, Black, 163,220 km ..............$25,900 2010 Ford F350 XLT Diesel, Black, 112,598 km ...........................$36,900 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 Sport Crew Levelling Kit, Rims, Silver, 55,159 km .......................................................................................$32,900 2010 Dodge Ram 2500 Laramie mega Cab Diesel, Grey, 173,984 km .....................................................................................$32,900 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 LT Crew Cab Grey, 112,678 km ..$29,900 2010 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara Black, 82,275 km ...........$26,900 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 Laramie Black, 163,220 km ....................$25,900 2009 Jeep Compass Sport/North, Silver, 64,163 km ....................$15,900 2008 Jeep Liberty Sport Black, 76,646 km ..................................$12,900 2007 Toyota Tacoma 6 Speed Manual, Gold, 65,778 km.............$17,900 2007 Cadillac Escalade Pearl White, 114,000 km ........................$33,900

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2013 FORD TAURUS SEL 16,000 kms ..........................................$25,995 2010 CADILLAC SRX V6 AWD 74,000 kms ..................................$31,500 2008 MAZDA 3GT 90,000 kms ........................................................$14,995 2007 BUICK ALLURE 85,000 kms .....................................................SOLD

Used Trucks, SUVs & Vans

2012 EXPEDITION 4x4 LIMITED 20,000 kms ................................$49,995 2012 EXPLORER LIMITED 4x4 37,000 kms ..................................$42,995 2011 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 4x4 57,000 kms .......................$29,995 2011 F150 LARIAT SUPERCAB 4x4 76,000 kms .........................$26,995 2011 CHEVROLET EQUINOX LT1 AWD, 18,000 kms ..................$24,995 2010 F150 FX4 SUPERCREW 4x4 48,000 kms .............................$29,900 2010 DODGE SPORT CREW CAB 4x4 78,000 kms .................... $26,995 2010 F150 LARIAT SUPERCREW 4x4 95,000 kms ..................... $26,900 2010 EDGE LIMITED AWD, 90,000 kms ........................................$24,995 2010 F150 XLT SUPERCREW 4x4 127,000 kms...........................$18,995 2009 JEEP COMPASS LIMITED 4WD 66,000 kms ..........................SOLD 2008 F250 LARIAT CREW CAB 4x4 6.4L, diesel .............................SOLD 2008 F150 LARIAT CREW CAB 4x4 33,000 kms ..........................$25,995 2008 GMC ACADIA AWD loaded, 129,000 kms ............................$19,500 2008 EXPEDITION EDDIE BAUER 4x4 136,000 kms ...................$21,995 2007 GMC YUKON DENALI 4x4 loaded, leather, 106,000 kms ....$23,995 2007 F150 LARIAT CREW CAB 4x4 91,000 kms ..........................$21,995 2007 EXPLORER SPORT TRAC XLT 4X4 119,000 kms...............$17,995 2007 F150 LARIAT SUPERCREW 4X4 168,000 kms ....................$15,995 2006 F350 KING RANCH 4x4 6.0L diesel, 152,000 kms ...............$19,995 2005 F350 LARIAT CREW CAB 4x4 loaded, only 110,000 kms ......SOLD 2005 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 167,000 kms ...............................SOLD 2005 GMC ENVOY SLE 4WD, 136,000 kms ..................................$11,995 2004 DODGE DURANGO 4x4 110,000 kms ..................................$10,995

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634-3696

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June 12, 2013 B13 Obituaries

Obituaries Edith Helen Munshaw 1909-2013 Age 103

With our Lord and Saviour Edith Helen Munshaw entered into the presence of our Lord and Saviour on Thursday, May 23rd at the age of 103. She was residing at the Estevan Regional Nursing Home. Edith is survived by her children Jean Miller Medicine Hat, Alta.., Marvin (Joan) Munshaw Burlington, ON., Vern (Jeri) Munshaw Saskatoon Sask.., David (Rita) Munshaw Gull Lake Sask.., son-in-law Keith (Doris) McQuarrie Waterloo, ON., daughter-in-law Gwen (Garry) Stickle Cochrane, Alta.., 26 grandchildren, and 61 great grandchildren,19 great, great grandchildren, her sister Wilma Tedford Estevan, Sask.., and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Charles and Stella Henderson, her husband Ross (1992), her daughter Marion (2000), son Victor (2001), her sisters Mary Henderson, Myra Henderson, Agnes Howitt, Ina Irwin and brothers Lawrence and Cyril Henderson, brother-in-laws Jim Howitt, Arthur Irwin, Ernest Tedford, and sister-in-law Alice Henderson. Funeral Service was held on Monday, June 10, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. in the Estevan Alliance Church with Rev. Robert Munshaw officiating. Interment followed in Souris Valley Memorial Gardens, Estevan. Donations Those wishing to make a donation The Gideons of Canada Estevan Nursing Home Creighton Lodge Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Hall Funeral Services, Estevan.

Thank You

Estevan Regional Nursing Home & Creighton Lodge We would like to thank the staff of the Estevan Nursing Home and Creighton Lodge for their excellent service and care of our mother. Also, we would like to thank all who were a part of her life. Hall Funeral Services We want to thank you so much for the wonderful way that you assisted us in our mother’s funeral. Old Homestead Restaurant We want to thank you for the delicious lunch served. Estevan Alliance Church Thank you so much for the use of your church. Your kindness is greatly appreciated! Mother’s Favorite Scripture Verse For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. JOHN 3:16 Mother’s Life Lesson I think I have learned that people read our character by what we say or don’t say and by our actions. So it pays to watch one’s self.

Edna Margaret Bourquin December 28, 1927 – May 26, 2013

Edna Bourquin passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Sunday, May 26, 2013 in Regina, Sask.. Edna will be lovingly remembered by her children, Wes (Kathy) Petterson, Morinville, Alta.., Ken (Heather) Petterson, Olds, Alta.., Cara (Bryan) Daae, Foam Lake, Sask.., Lane (Cindy) Petterson, Wilkie, Sask.., Joelyn Lawrence (Frank), Calgary, Alta.., Leland (Yvette) Petterson, Moose Jaw, Sask.., Verlyn (Dave) Clearwater, Estevan, Sask..; daughterin-law, Janice Petterson, Regina, Sask..; step-children, Ron (Sharon) Bourquin, The Pas, Man.., Linda (Rick) Perry, Estevan, Lorna (George) Derry, Crossfield, Alta.., Joanne (Neil) Rushton, Estevan; 36 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; sister, Doris (Tony) Walliser, Estevan. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Jim; parents, Philip & Carrie Christenson; brother, Walter; baby sister, Gladys ; brother, Floyd Christenson; grandson, Derek Bourquin. Public Viewing was held from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Visitation Service followed at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, May 31, 2013 in the Chapel of Hall Funeral Services, Estevan. Funeral Service was held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 1, 2013 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Estevan, with Pastor Martin Olson officiating. Interment followed in Souris Valley Memorial Gardens, Estevan. If friends so desire, donations in memory of Edna may be given to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Saskatchewan or a charity of choice. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Hall Funeral Services, Estevan.

Thank You

Thank you to all who showed kindness to our family during this difficult time. Thank you for the calls, the food, flowers, cards, memorial donations and your thoughtfulness. To Hall Funeral Services for the caring and compassionate work you do. Also a special thanks to amazing family, neighbours and friends, words cannot thank you enough. -Family of Edna Bourquin

Helen Evelyn Tester October 24, 1931 – June 4, 2013

Helen Tester passed away at the Estevan Regional Nursing Home on Tuesday, June 4, 2013 at the age of 81 years. Helen is survived by her children, Ron (Acela), Brian (Lorna) and Sharon (Ken); grandchildren, Stephanie, Melissa, Christine, Tracy (Andrew), Pam and Tara (Roddy); eight great grandchildren; siblings, Agnes (Lloyd), Len (Betty) and Ken (Karen), as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her father, Michael Hackewich; mother, Amelia Hackewich; husband, Don; siblings, Ed, Percy, Cliff and Elsie. In keeping with Helen’s wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no memorial service. A private family interment will take place at Souris Valley Memorial Gardens, Estevan. Those wishing to make donations in Helen’s memory may do so directly to the New Estevan Regional Nursing Home, 1201 - 2nd Street, Estevan, Sask., S4A 0M1. Our sincere thanks to the Estevan Regional Nursing Home staff for the compassionate care given to our Mother. It is greatly appreciated and didn’t go unnoticed. Helen’s final arrangements were entrusted to Hall Funeral Services, Estevan. Published weekly by the Boundary Publishers Ltd., a subsidiary of Glacier Ventures International Corp. The Glacier group of companies collects personal information from our customers in the normal course of business transactions. We use that information to provide you with our products and services you request. On occasion we may contact you for purposes of research, surveys and other such matters. To provide you with better service we may share your personal information with our sister companies and also outside, selected third parties who perform work for us as suppliers, agents, service providers and information gatherers. Our subscription list may be provided to other organizations who have products and services that may be of interest to you. If you do not wish to participate in such matters, please contact us at the following address: The Estevan Mercury, Box 730, Estevan, Saskatchewan, S4A 2A6; or phone (306) 634-2654. For a complete statement of our privacy policy, please go to our Web site at: www. estevanmercury.ca The Estevan Mercury is owned and operated by Boundary Publishers Ltd., a subsidiary of Glacier Ventures International Corp.

Invention Convention

Grade 2 students at Hillcrest School held an invention convention on Friday. The students were tasked with creating simple machines out of everyday items. Brenna Sellsted shows off her creation.

Order of Merit nominations open Saskatchewan residents have until July 5 to nominate individuals for the province’s highest honour, the Saskatchewan Order of Merit. The Order of Merit recognizes those who have made significant contributions to the well-being of the province and its residents. “The Saskatchewan Order of Merit enables us to honour the generous, the capable, and the visionary citizens of our province,” Lieutenant

Governor Vaughn Solomon Schofield said. “I encourage everyone to consider nominating a deserving individual to receive our highest honour.” The fields of endeavour recognized by this honour include: arts; agriculture; business and industry; community leadership; occupations or professions; public service; research; sport and recreation; and community service. All current and former Saskatchewan residents are eligible for nomina-

tion, with the exception of presently serving Members of Parliament, the Legislature and members of the judiciary. Nominations are accepted for individuals only. Posthumous nominations will be considered within one year of the person’s death. To obtain a nomination form, or for more information on the Saskatchewan Order of Merit, call 1-877-427-5505 or visit the website at www. ops.gov.sk.ca/som.

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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

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Sunday Worship

9:30 a.m. - Bible Study 10:30 a.m. - Divine Service with Holy Communion Sunday School

Corner 12th Avenue & 2nd Street

Fax: 306-634-6845

Pastor: Juanito Vargas Associate Pastor: Father Peter Nijssen 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

Sunday Worship & Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship 7:00 p.m.

Pastors: Danny Krauss, Caleb Rieger & Joshua Lowe Phone: 306-634-3773 Cell: 306 471 8130

Come and Worship With Us

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.

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St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church Phone: 306-634-2190

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ESTEVAN COMMUNITY CHURCH 1107 - 4th Street

Pastors: Lieuts. Brian & June Bobolo SUNDAY: 11:00 a.m. Worship Service

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ST. PAUL’S UNITED CHURCH

Church of God

SUNDAY WORSHIP & SUNDAY SCHOOL - 11 AM

1920 Wellock Road, Estevan • (306) 634-7955 www.estevancog.com Estevan Church of God

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

Coffee Fellowship Before Church

WELCOME!

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

Trinity Lutheran Church E.L.C.I.C. 738 - 2nd Street, Estevan Church Office: 306-634-5684 SUNDAY WORSHIP AND SUNDAY SCHOOL 10:00 a.m. Coffee and fellowship after worship Pastor Stewart Miller ALL ARE WELCOME email: trinity.luth@sasktel.net • www.etlc.ca

Pursuing God Building Relationships Impacting Lives

Senior Pastor: Geoff Thiessen 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.

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60 and over club happenings Submitted by Shirley Graham

One of lesser known Murphys Laws a flashlight is a meatal tube to hold “dead” batteries. Our meeting on Thursday went very well with lots of discussion about summer activities. With no meetings in July and August, it was decided to have a barbeque in September, following much discussion about the change of partners for cribbage, it was decided to play “alternately.” Next week it

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Focus on Faith - “A Father’s Delight” Although thousands of miles now separate us and we do not get together very often, I have many great memories of times spent with my dad that continue to bring me tremendous pleasure. In my youth, I wanted nothing more than to play baseball and make my parents proud – especially my father. He was never one to get easily excited or impressed; so when he applauded my base hits or my big plays, it was something I truly cherished. But the memories of one afternoon spent on a baseball field stand out above all others. Being taller than most of the eleven year old boys on my team that fateful year, I was placed in centre field. The thinking being that I would be able to cover greater distance with my long legs and would be strong enough to throw to home plate. To this day, I clearly remember scanning the bleachers from my spot in the outfield and seeing my father proudly sitting in the front row waving his arms and shouting words of encouragement. Yes, it was the best of times! It was the bottom of the final inning. My team was up by a run. Our opponents were at bat with two out and two runners on base. My team played great and were one out away from winning the coveted championship trophy. The crowd was going wild as my father was leading them

in “the wave” and some odd version of the funky chicken. Embarrassing! “Sit down now dad,” I screamed in my head. The drama of the whole scene unfolded before my eyes. The tension was palpable as the opposing team’s best hitter came to the plate. First a strike, then a couple balls, and then it happened! My worst nightmare had come true. The ball was hit straight to me and it was up to me to make the dramatic game ending catch to win the trophy for my team. The hopes of so many were riding on my shoulders. Oh, it was the worst of times! As I turned and ran back towards the fence, the sky suddenly went black. My head started to spin. I tried to focus on the arc of the ball as it headed down towards me, but it was no use. My legs went weak, and I stumbled to the ground. In one last ditch effort to catch the ball, I lunged forward and reached my glove out as far as I could before landing face ﬁrst in the grass. The ball plunged to the grown just barely grazing the tip of my glove before rolling away. Two runs scored and we lost the only baseball championship game I was ever in. I lay there sprawled on the ground for the longest time. My mind went blank amid the horror of the moment. The only thing I remember is waking up to see my dad standing over me with a kind look on his face and the rest of

the audience staring in disbelief. As only my dad could do, he smiled with pride and whispered, “You’re always the star of the team in my books.” Yes! My dad loved me unconditionally, even after I blew it. Those special memories of our fathers are priceless. They make Father’s Day all the more enjoyable. But perhaps your earthly father is no longer here to remind you of how important you are to him, or maybe you have never felt that kind of love from your father. Remind yourself this Father’s Day that you have a heavenly father who loves you more than you can fathom. So much so that he allowed his only son to die a tortuous death on a Roman cross so that the two of you could have the closest relationship possible. So accept the love God has given you and obediently follow and accept his son as the Lord of your life. When you do, as the prophet Zephaniah reminds us, God will, “Take great delight in you and calm you with his love. He will rejoice over you with singing” (Zeph. 3:17). He will do this when you are at your best, and when you make a complete fool of yourself. So take heart friends in faith. Our futures hold great promise! Lt. Brian Bobolo Salvation Army Ofﬁcer (Minister)

Canada to U.S. border traffic decreases in April

Recent statistical information from the United States Border Protection Agency for the Pembina area indicates that while American traveller visits into Canada are increasing year over year, (including Canadians returning to Canada through Saskatchewan’s southeast ports) the same is not true for Canadian visitors to the United States or Americans returning to the United States from Canada

via the highways. At the Portal, North Dakota port, the sixth busiest in the Pembina area, records indicate a 13.65 per cent drop in automobile traffic in April 2013 compared with April 2012. Automobile traffic was down to 7,516 in April this year from 8,704 in 2013. Commercial truck traffic was also down. The statistical report shows that truck flow through

Portal was 8,292 in April this year while it was 9,884 in April of last year, a decline of 16.11 per cent. The bus count was also down by two, with 20 passing through Portal in April of this year compared with 22 in April 2012. The least busy port in the Pembina region is the one near Ambrose, North Dakota where the trafﬁ c was also down to 128 cars in April of this year com-

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Senior Students from Pleasantdale School spent three weeks engaged in Global Citizenship projects that focused on global as well as local issues such as poverty, environment, clean water, child soldiers and prostitution, which culminated in video presentations on June 6 where they shared their research with one another as well as with senior students from the neighbouring Sacred Heart/Sacre Coeur School.

Pleasantdale’s senior students explore global challenges The senior students of Pleasantdale Elementary School (Grades 6 to 8), embarked on an adventure in global awareness over three weeks ago. It concluded last Thursday afternoon with presentations outlining what they learned. Students from each grade gathered in seven groups. They then struck on a global subject to explore. The seven teams recorded their global research efforts, which consisted of online searches, interviews, construction projects and mixed-media ventures. The question that each group was asked to respond to was: How can you take steps to make change on a global platform? The project was designed to have the students get involved in their own world using various styles and products, while exploring the immediate world around them as well as the global village. The Writers of the Round Table were the first group up and they attacked global issues such as prostitution, child soldiers, and the less privileged from Burundi to Winnipeg. The Gallery Creators attacked the topic from a visual perspective after visiting the Estevan Art Gallery and Museum. They worked together to illustrate child abuse and poverty using drawings and sculptures as well as collages. They also embarked on a fundraising scheme to sell T-shirts with the funds being directed to a selected charity. The Global Village Robot team focused on collecting and then cleaning water after they learned that very little of the World’s current water base is potable. Although they struggled with the robotic element of their experiment, the team reported they had learned plenty about the importance of clean water. The Building Group chose Habitat for Humanity as their subject of interest, this being the charity that builds homes for disadvantaged families or those who have been devastated by natural disasters. This team realized that building an actual home was well beyond their scope, but building a dog house for an appreciative pooch might answer the call. They explained their project from design stage to finished product. The Environment Group looked at planting seeds for the planet while getting the word out about the importance of good food through Twitter, newspapers, conferences and personal interviews. The team planted 76 trees and interviewed Estevan Mayor Roy Ludwig regarding local environmental challenges such as over use of plastic bags and the need for a local recycling program.

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Team Independent set out to promote a Water Challenge Day in the school and experimented with several ways to promote awareness that even included music. They set up 10 tasks for students and organized scavenger hunts and discussed shelters. The challenge day saw students filling a jug with potable water using whatever means they could. That included trading items for water, collecting it from one source, a cup at a time, and walking it to the jug. They also learned how difficult it was to clean clothing using dirty water. As one student reported, “in the Third World they have to work hard to get food and water.”

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United Church confirms inclusive stance following Estevan conference Following their provincial conference in Estevan from May 30 to June 2, the United Church of Canada, Saskatchewan Conference, issued a media release concerning the results of their four-year education and consultation project. The release, issued by Gayle Wensley, president and Rev. Bill Doyle, executive secretary of the Saskatch-

SVT season opens Thursday At long last, the Souris Valley Theatre will open again on June 13. Forced into a twoyear hiatus caused by the 2011 flooding of the Souris River, the Souris Valley returns to the stage with their first production of the summer A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline. The show follows Patsy’s climb to stardom from her hometown in Virginia to the Grand Ole Opry, Las Vegas and Carnegie Hall. The Souris Valley Theatre welcomes back Devra Straker in the title role and Sheldon Bergstrom as Little Big Man. The show opens on June 13th and runs for two weeks for a total of 10 performances. This will also be the first production in the newly renovated theatre, located in Woodlawn Regional Park. The theatre sports new seats in the theatre building and renovated bathrooms, concession and ticket office. “Patsy Cline is one of

the great female vocalists of the 20th century. A pioneer on many levels, she gave us so many songs that are weaved into our cultural consciousness. This show is a wonderful tribute to a life taken far too soon, and we have fantastic performers in our production to honour her music and her memory. I can’t wait for people to join us on this beautiful journey,” said director David Leyshon. Playing the role of Patsy Cline is Devra Straker. Originally from Saltcoats this is the fourth time in her career Straker will be playing Cline. She also has a number of other roles in theatre career. Joining Straker onstage is Sheldon Bergstrom who will be appearing in a Closer Walk With Patsy Cline for the fourth time. For more information about the theatre or its events check out their website at www.sourisvalleytheatre.ca.

ewan Conference, noted the annual general meeting in the Energy City attracted 200 delegates from various parts of the province. “Those present decided the Saskatchewan Conference should declare itself an affirming ministry of the United Church of Canada. In doing so, Saskatchewan Conference confirms that it embraces diversity and strives to include all people regardless of age, gender, race, culture, education, ability, economic status, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity to participate in the structures of the Conference.” The affirmation message went on to state that they would live out this declaration by continuing to stand by those who have been excluded and by those who have

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difficulty with the declaration itself. “This decision marks the end of four years of education and consultation throughout the Conference while symbolizing the inclusiveness of Saskatchewan Conference and communicating a welcome to all people,” the report said. The United Church of Canada and Saskatchewan Conference have long advocated on behalf of the marginalized and for equality rights for those within the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, two-spirit, queer community. “May God’s love for all continue to be a part of God’s vision for all of creation,” they said in conclusion.az

Sun Country Health Region (SCHR) is located in southeast Saskatchewan where more than 2,400 employees deliver a breadth of health services to a population of 56,529 people. SCHR operates 28 facilities, 38 public health programs and has a budget of over $141 million.

Facility Maintenance Operator Full-Time Permanent This position will operate and monitor computerized building control systems and maintain facility/plant systems and equipment. Independently performs major repairs/installations on a wide variety of complex building systems and equipment.

Live. Work. Play.

QUALIFICATIONS: Building Systems Technician certificate, Refrigeration certificate and 5th Class Power Engineer certificate, where required by the job. Position will be based in Weyburn, Saskatchewan.

The Sun Country Health Region offers excellent benefits & compensation commensurate with qualifications & experience. Apply in confidence to: Sun Country Health Region Human Resources Box 2003 Weyburn, SK S4H 2Z9 Fax: (306) 842-8740 Email: jobs@schr.sk.ca Web: www.suncountry.sk.ca We wish to thank all applicants, however, only those individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

Gibson Welding Ltd.

Picker Operator

• Must have “A” ticket or currently apprenticed • Health care benefit plan • Company truck or truck allowance $50.00/hour

Jason 861-2567

Pressure TesTers WanTed 4 Star Ventures is currently hiring pressure testers for the Manitoba, Weyburn and Kindersley areas. Drilling Rig experience required. Benefit package available. Interested individuals call: 1-306-672-3317 or e-mail resume to: derek.4star@sasktel.net

Maverick Oilfield Services is the leading provider of Oil & Gas Construction and Transportation Services. Delivering safe, efficient, innovative quality solutions with our highly skilled team. We are looking to add to our team in our new location in Weyburn, Saskatchewan and are currently seeking to fill the following full time positions:

Project Supervisors • Crew Foreman • Welders • Labourers* *Experience not required for labourer positions. If you or someone you know have these qualifications and are looking for a rewarding career, please apply today by sending a resume, safety tickets and drivers abstract to: pat.doetzel@ mavoil.com or fax: 780-753-2453 www.mavoil.com

Wanted ImmedIately 1A Drivers/Drillers and Operators We are currently looking for experienced auger rig drillers, backhoe and cement unit operators with a class 1A license. We offer competitive wages, job bonuses and a benefits package. For more info call : 306-634-4577 Fax or e-mail resumes to: 306-634-9123 or prairierathole@sasktel.net

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CONCRETE is currently seeking concrete finishers & labourers for full time employment

Interested Individuals can contact

Employment Opportunity Looking for

Office Warehouse Personnel Part time or full time to the successful applicant. Hours are Monday to Friday

We are accepting resumes for part & 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. Main St. 306-634-6616 or Kensington 306-634-6887

full time quick lube technician - wage negotiable - we will train

Drop off resume to 238 4th St. Estevan Husky Market is seeking a

Customer Service Representative

For more information contact Bob at 306-634-2544 or apply in person to:

Nistor’s Farm Service Shell Branded Lubricants

Email resume to: hk6023@popmail.huskyenergy.ca or apply in person: 942 4th Street, Estevan

Located one block North of 4th Street Tim Horton’s in Estevan

Brady Oilfield Services LP. Warehouse People provides a broad range of services related to the production of oil and other fluids in SE Sask. We utilize specially designed tank trailers, pressure trucks, and vacuum trucks.

3A Drivers & Swampers Required

New Location Now Open #1- 421 Kensington - Now Hiring

Weyburn, Halbrite and surrounding area Competitive Wages and Generous Benefit Package, Oilfield Safety Certificates an Asset but not necessary.

Full TIME Chemical Delivery Driver

Mail or Fax Resumes and Drivers Abstract P.O. Box 271 Midale, Sask. S0C 1S0 Fax: (306)458-2768 resumes@brady.sk.ca

is seeking a

- No experience necessary. - Willing to train. - Good cash handling, communication and merchandising skills are an asset. - Starting salary $11.25/hour

Justin at (306) 421-9671

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required immediately for electrical distributor. Competitive wages and benefits offered.

Mail resume to: Box 1518 Estevan, SK S4A 2L7 or email to: gerry.pakish@sonepardis.ca

Seeking an individual, who resides in Estevan, to safely and efficiently deliver chemicals to various oilfield sites. Vehicle is provided. Requirements: * Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with a clean driver’s abstract * Oilfield safety tickets * Must be physically fit have the ability to follow instructions and work independently. * Good communication skills and safely follow safe work procedures and policies. * Applicants must also have a good sound knowledge of Southeast Saskatchewan and the ability to navigate pre-determined locations according to LSD locations utilizing the most effective routing. * Be able to pass pre-employment drug test upon request * Motivated individual with skilled driving abilities Wage/Salary is negotiable with benefit package available Southern Chemical Services - ESTEVAN,SK Apply to: Darcy Phone: (306) 421-0303 Email: darcy.m@sasktel.net

WORLDWIDE LEADER TALENTED TEAM

Now Hiring

Employment Opportunity Full-time Chemical Delivery Drivers

Prairie Petro-Chem, a Clariant Oil Services Business, requires two Chemical Delivery Truck Drivers based in Estevan, SK to operate light to medium duty trucks for transportation and delivery of oilfield chemicals. Drivers are dispatched out of Estevan and will be making day trip deliveries within southeast Saskatchewan and southwest Manitoba. The driver will be required to load, unload and operate a forklift and pumping equipment. The qualified applicant must possess the ability to work without direct supervision, and deliver the loads on time and in a safe manner that complies with regulations. Occasional weekend work and overtime may be required. Valid Class 5 driver’s licence and abstract are required. Other assets would include any mechanical experience, forklift training, H2S, WHMIS, TDG and Defensive Driving certificates. Minimum 1-2 years oilfield experience and a Grade 12 education required. Wage based on general oilfield experience and ability. Apply by Friday, June 21 Email: Blane.Fichter@Clariant.com & Peter.Harrison@Clariant.com Fax: 306.634.6694

Full Time Positions available immediately

• General Labourers

for our NEW Weyburn, SK location

CANDIDATE MUST:  Provide current criminal background check  Reliable/Self motivated  Clean drivers abstract preferred  Oilfield tickets are required but training could be supplied  Must pass drug test before employment  Pipe fitting experience a real asset  Will train the right individuals We will be conducting interviews in Weyburn, SK very soon so send your resumes to our main office location.

Manufacturers of Annugas Production Enhancer See www.ANNUGAS.com to view our product. Fax resume to main office (780) 361-2355 3601- 48 St., Wetaskiwin, AB T9A 3N9 Ph. 1-866-266-8427 or (780) 361-2350 Only candidates selected will be contacted for interview

Mechanical Labourers – 1301537 Estevan, SK Mechanical Labourers perform equipment testing, repairs, dismantling, assembling, and other duties associated with the service of Downhole Tools. They perform the necessary tests per acceptable/applicable procedures and specifications for various drilling tools and complete documentation and reports. Shop Experience & Mechanical Aptitude desired Training will be provided Successful completion of pre-employment Drug & Alcohol screen is mandatory for this Safety Sensitive Position Interested applicants may submit their resumes in confidence Online at www.nov.com/careers, Email Cordell.Janssen@nov.com, Fax: 306-634-7747 or drop in at 93 Panteluk Street, Kensington Drive N We thank all applicants; only those under consideration will be contacted

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Precision is the second largest land drilling company in North America Precision is the second largest land drilling company in and has more than a half century of operating history. Our Rentals North America and has more than a half century of division is a leading provider of specialty oilfield rental equipment in operating history. Our Rentals division is a leading provider Canada with operating centers and stocking points across Western of specialty oilfield rental equipment in Canada with Canada. operating centers and stocking points across Western Canada. We are currently seeking an experienced

We are currently seeking an experienced

FIELD FIELDSALES SALES REPRESENTATIVE REPRESENTATIVE

Based out of Estevan, the Field Sales Representative is responsible Based out of Estevan , the Field Sales Representative is for developing strong relationships with client base; maintaining responsible for developing strong relationships with client existing accounts; developing new accounts; and aiding in developing base; maintaining existing accounts; developing new accounts; and aiding in developing marketing strategies for marketing strategies for all product lines. all product lines. Previous oilfield experience in operations or sales and a good Previous oilfield experience in operations or sales and a working knowledge of drilling, completions or snubbing operations good working knowledge of drilling, completions or snubbing operations will be considered assets. will be considered assets. At Precision, our Down to Earth core values are rooted in At Precision, our Down to Earth core values are rooted in an enduring an enduring commitment to have the Best People, the Best commitment to have the Best People, the Best Equipment and a Equipment and a company culture that is dedicated to a company culture that is dedicated to a safe workplace. safe workplace.

Precision offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package. For further information about Precision or to apply online please go to: www.precisiondrilling.com

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Days Inn, Estevan is looking for

Is now hiring for Floorhand Positions. Applicants with experience and valid tickets required.

4 Full Time Cooks

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to prepare dishes, supervise helpers, maintain supplies. Must have 4 years of experience or specialized education. $14/hr Drop off resume or fax to: (306) 634-8733

Please call Dayle Chuckry at 306-861-6133 or Steve Ritchie at 306-485-7379

Bert Baxter Transport is an equal opportunity employer that believes in the future of their employees

WE ARE NOW SEEKING: PICKER OPERATORS Applicants must have a Class 1 with an A or B license and a clean Driver’s Abstract. Safety tickets considered an asset. Must be able to pass mandatory drug and alcohol testing. Job involves general oilfield hauling and setting pumpjacks.

DRIVER - OILFIELD Haul pipe and oilfield equipment to locations in SE Saskatchewan. Applicants must have a Class 1A driver’s licence and pass mandatory drug and alcohol testing. Safety tickets would be an asset. Duties include: load, haul pipe and supplies to destination in a safe and timely manner & unload. Maintain a clean and safe truck.

1305 - 9th St. Estevan, SK

Hiring for All Positions  Eagle offers comprehensive health and dental benefits  Eagle offers matching RRSP contribution package  Eagle offers great hourly pay rate  Eagle offers crew bonuses for completing rig crews

Bert Baxter Transport offers our employees: • Full time, permanent employment • Full benefits packages available • Clean, safe work environment • Competitive Wages

Interested applicants can fax to: 306-634-4258 or email: brenda.jensen@bbaxtertransport.ca

H2S and First Aid tickets as well as a valid driver’s licence required. Preference given to candidates possessing a class 1A or 3A licence.

• Floorhands • Derrickhands • Drillers • Rig Managers •

Apply today!

Email resumes to: Estevanrigjobs@iroccorp.com Or call: 306.634.8235 www.eaglerigjobs.com

Applied Industrial Technologies LP. a group of industrial distribution companies located throughout Canada, and we are currently seeking qualified individuals to fill the position of:

Customer Service Representative Estevan, Saskatchewan

Responsibilities include but may not be limited to: • Providing service to branch customers and managing assigned product lines or customers. • Active involvement in company’s Quality Management process as evidenced by continuous improvement in processes directed toward reducing costs, increasing sales/gross profit and customer satisfaction. • Carries out policies and procedures as defined in the company policy manual. Continuous development through reading, seminars and on the job training. • Provide a high level of customer service to branch customers including timely, accurate responses to inquiries. • Cross train to assist or fill in when fellow team-mates are absent or their workload volume is high • Work with distribution centre to expedite special requests as necessary • Engage in direct sales actives Provide telephone support for outside sales force • Meet or exceed sales performance targets • Ensure accurate, timely order processing through the computerized order processing system • Maintain cooperative and productive inter-departmental relationships • Attend branch meetings as required • Take personal responsibility for and actively engage in product systems and skills training and development • Maintain highest regard for safety and housekeeping • Perform other similar or related duties as assigned by the branch manager or supervisor.

*Only those applicants considered will be contacted.*

We can help you find them!

Call today and Book Your Career Ad! 634-2654

Preference will be given to candidates with the following qualifications and attributes: • High School or equivalent • Related industry experience or 3-5 years industrial inside sales experience preferred • Bearing and power transmission experience is a definite asset • Proficient computer skills, experience with SAP is an asset • Sales and customer service experienced • Mechanically inclined • Ability to work independently • Analytical and problem solving capability • Enthusiastic and exhibits a positive attitude and desire to succeed Applied Industrial Technologies offers competitive salary, comprehensive group benefit plan, company sponsored RRSP/DPSP, ongoing opportunity for training and development and promotion within the company.

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Truck/Delivery Driver Tri-alta Oilfield Industries Ltd. located in Estevan, Saskatchewan, is an established oilfield manufacturing company supplying rod pump parts and accessories to the oil industry. We are looking to expand our current operations and are currently accepting resumes from qualified applicants for the following positions in our facility. Truck / Delivery Driver: The ideal candidate will have experience in highway driving and delivering freight. Duties will include moving freight between Edmonton, AB and Estevan, SK, making routine deliveries to customer locations and unloading / sorting freight in our Estevan warehouse. This person will work with the manager in a shop setting to ensure our customer requirements are met. Requirements include Class 1 license with Air Brakes endorsement and clean driving record. This person must be willing to work weekends and nights. Training for Safety Tickets will be provided. Tri-alta offers a wide array of benefits including health, dental and life insurance along with very competitive salaries. Seize this excellent opportunity to grow your career within a thriving small firm in the heart of Canada.

Reply by fax 306-634-5602 or dave@tri-alta.com Attn: Manager

Estevan Meter Services Ltd. is an oilfield service company operating in Southeast Saskatchewan since 1967, specializing in instrumentation, oilfield repairs, combustion service, and specialty supply items. We are currently seeking individuals to fill three positions.

(1). Counter/Shop Sales

Duties will include inside counter sales, inventory control, various warehouse duties.

(2). Combustion Technician

Duties include installation of CSA compliant burner systems, burner optimization, flame arrestor testing on oilfield atmospheric burners. Individuals with either maintenance experience or journeyman gas fitter will be given special consideration as well as a strong mechanical aptitude and knowledge of oil battery facilities will be required.

(3). Shop Manager

Duties include scheduling the repair of various oilfield equipment, ensuring quality expectations are met. Adherance to managing personal and overall customer satisfaction. Consideration will be given to individuals with previous oilfield experience and strong communication and organized skills and previous leadership of management training or experience. Preferences will be given to individuals with oilfield production equipment knowledge or experience. We offer full benefits, bonuses, extremely competitive wages, and pension plan.

Please apply by resume to:

dmartens@estevanmeter.com

only persons to be interviewed will be contacted

WELL SERVICE LTD. TRICAN WELL SERVICE LTD. is one of Canada’s fastest growing well service companies, providing a comprehensive array of specialized products, equipment and services utilized in drilling, completion, stimulation and reworking of oil and gas wells in the Canadian and International marketplace. At Trican, we base our recruitment practices on the belief that a company’s greatest asset is its people. Trican provides services in Fracturing, Cementing Acidizing, Coiled Tubing, Nitrogen and related services in our field bases ranging from Fort Nelson, British Columbia to Estevan, Saskatchewan.

WE ARE CURRENTLY HIRING: • CEMENT & FRAC OPERATORS • HEAVY DUTY MECHANICS/ 3RD YR. APPRENTICES Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 license • Safe driving skills: fewer than 6 demerit points on drivers abstract • Physical fit-heavy lifting required • Effective interpersonal skills (spoken and written communication) • High school graduate (preferred) How to apply: Preferred Apply Online: rfisk@trican.ca Fax: (306) 6736-2669 ONLY THOSE SELECTED WILL BE CONTACTED

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306-634-2654 is looking for

a person to occasionally deliver catalogues at Willow Park Greens approximately once a month. If interested please call Gayle at The Estevan Mercury

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Challenge and Opportunity Louis Dreyfus is among the world’s leading commodity merchants, trading and transporting grain and oil seeds. Established in 1851, Louis Dreyfus ranks among the world’s most effective and reliable private corporations with approximately 34,000 employees in locations in 53 countries. Our international presence and our evolutionary history make Louis Dreyfus a unique career destination. Louis Dreyfus Canada Ltd has openings for: General Manager in Glenavon, Saskatchewan The General Manager is responsible for entire facility. While maintaining a safe and profitable operation, the Manager must work closely with all staff to ensure training for success. The General Manager will be responsible to lead, develop, train and motivate a team, budgets, P&L statements reporting and optimizes revenue through effective partnerships with all stakeholders. The Manager must ensure the facility is in compliance with SH&E policies, food safety and ISO certification Operations Manager in Glenavon, Saskatchewan In this position you will be responsible for; grading and binning of grain to CGC standards plus facilitate the shipping programs, a preventive maintenance program and operational duties of entire facility including supervision of staff. The ideal candidate must have strong extensive knowledge of grading grain (CGC standards), blending and facility operations. Strong planning and organizational skills are required to schedule working hours and direct staff. Must have strong understanding of transportation to enhance shipping profits to maximize all revenue and reduce expenses within the realm of the operation Candidates must have agriculture experience, strong interpersonal skills, computer skills and be a team player. If you would like to work for a company that will always rise to meet new opportunities, Louis Dreyfus is the place for you. We offer competitive wages, health and retirement benefits. Submit resume with location preference specified to 333 11th Avenue SW, Suite 1400, Calgary, Alberta or e-mail:cal-hrcanada@ldcom.com fax: (403) 205-4672, Attn: Shakila Mithani-Hirji. Louis Dreyfus is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly supports workplace diversity.

Legacy Oil + Gas Inc. is seeking a full-time

Field Production Engineer/Technologist (Weyburn, SK) The candidate must have a minimum of 2 years oil related experience and be strongly versed in artificial lift design and implementation, well production optimization, monitoring and reconciliation of production volumes and general oilfield production practice. The candidate would work closely with the completions/field staff/production engineers; towards optimizing 500+ oil wells in SE Saskatchewan. The candidate must have good communication skills, be fully computer literate and familiar with field production capture software plus be able to work well within a multidisciplinary team environment. Legacy offers competitive compensation and benefits. Resumes may be e-mailed to: info@legacyoilandgas.com ATTENTION: Michael Blair, Manager, Production Only candidates of interest will be contacted. Legacy is a uniquely positioned, well-capitalized intermediate oil and natural gas company with a proven management team committed to aggressive, cost-effective growth of light oil reserves and production in Saskatchewan and Manitoba. Legacy’s common shares trade on the TSX Exchange under the symbol LEG.

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WOOD COUNTRY is currently accepting resumes for the following positions at their Estevan location.

101 Supreme St. (Shand access road)

SERVICE RIG PERSONNEL

Yard & Warehouse personnel Part & full time positions available. Forklift and lumber experience would be an asset. Willing to train the right candidate. Comprehensive health package available & salary based on experience and qualifications.

WANTED:

Interested applicants can fax resume to Brian at Wood Country at 306-634-8441 or email resume to brianwoodcountry.estevan@sasktel.net No phone calls please.

PAVING EQUIPMENT OPERATORS & LABOURERS NEEDED FOR BUSY 2013 PAVING SEASON

Class 1A & 3A Preferred Above Industry Wages Benefits Packages Opportunity for Advancement Email: sleibel@suncountrywellservicing.ca Fax 306 634 1200 • Cell 306 421 3418

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Wages dependant on experience Email Resume to: svp@sasktel.net fax to: 306-634-8980

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Programs are FREE!

PAPER PLAY July 8 - 11 • 9am - 12pm OR 1pm - 4pm Draw on it, paint it, print it, make it! This camp will experiment with creating artwork on and out of paper!

MIXED MEDIA

July 15 - 18 • 9am - 12pm OR 1pm - 4pm Think outside the box as we use unusual materials, tools and supplies to create art!

ART OUTDOORS

July 22 - 25 • 9am - 12pm OR 1pm - 4pm Use nature as your inspiration...and your canvas! This camp will involve creating artwork out of natural and recycled materials found, where else, but in the great outdoors!

SCULPTURE

July 29 - August 01• 9am - 12pm OR 1pm - 4pm Let’s get building! This camp will explore different types of sculpture using materials such as clay, wood and much more!

$50/child/camp

Baby Time: Monday, June 24 @ 7:00 pm OR Wednesday June 26 @ 10:30 am Ages up to 18 months old & a caregiver Songs and rhymes, bounces and books! This is a fun, interactive parent-child program that ends with a baby-inspired craft. Plant a Fairy Garden: Monday, June 17 @ 6:30 – 7:30 pm Suitable for ages 8+ Do you believe in fairies? Come out & plant seeds guaranteed to attract fairies (or at least butteries). Be prepared to wear your own fairy crown as we will have all supplies on hand to create them! Multicultural Cooking @ The Library! Thursday, June 27 @ 3:00 – 4:30 pm. Ages 8 – 13 younger children can have older helpers We are all the same yet different! Celebrate cultural awareness, prepare and eat food together in a fun environment. We will supply everything needed to make a yummy Mexican Taco Casserole and delicious Ukrainian Apple Cake (Yabluchnyk). Space limited to 10 participants. Please notify us of any food allergies. Crafter’s Circle. Tuesdays, June 4th & 18th @ 5:30 pm Do you knit, crochet or just enjoy crafting? Enjoy the company of other crafters like yourself. All experience levels welcome. A great opportunity for ongoing support; share your knowledge or benet from the advice of other crafters. Just bring your own materials and come join the circle. No pre-registration required. Ages 15 and up. Vegetarian 101: From the ground up. Saturday, June 15th @ 2:00 An omnivore’s journey into the mindset and kitchen of a vegetarian & vegan diet. Venture with Krista as she learns about the reasons and philosophies behind vegetarianism and veganism, then ventures into the kitchen to prepare samplings of some easy-to-make meatless dishes. Call 306-636-1621 to pre-register & state any food allergies. All ages & diets welcome to attend, share recipes & experiences. Cover to Cover Book Club. Thursday, June 20th @ 6:30 pm This month we will be reading The Casual Vacancy by J.K. Rowling. When Pagford town council member Barry Fairbrother passes away unexpectedly, the veil over the seemingly idealistic town is torn off, revealing the many ‘wars’ that are happening. Who will triumph in an election fraught with passion, duplicity and unexpected revelations? Call 636-1621 to reserve your copy today! New members of all ages always welcome! Book Club After Dark. Wednesday, June 26th @ 6:30 pm. Love & Romance come in many forms. Join the Book Club that celebrates them all without shame. June’s book is the titillating and controversial New York Times’ Bestselling Fifty Shades of Grey by E.L. James. Whether it’s on your to-read list & you need an excuse to have read it & want to talk to other people who have too, all are welcome. Due to the subject matter of the material, adults 18+ only, please. To request a copy or for more information, call Krista at 306-626-1621.

WHAT’S HAPPENING AT THE ESTEVAN ARTS COUNCIL? “promoting the arts in OUR community”

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Multicultural Day: Sushi. Thursday, June 27th @ 5:30 pm. Come celebrate Multicultural Day at the Library! We will be making a classic in Japanese cuisine –Sushi! Supplies will be provided. Pieces made will contain vegetables and cooked sh. To Pre-Register or for more information, please call Krista at 306-636-1621. Ages 13+.

To pre-register or for information call 306-636-1621

Stars for Saskatchewan Celtic Tenors – Musica Intima – Elmer Iseler Singers Ballet Jörgen (Romeo & Juliet) – Guy & Nadina – Everything Fitz And we are CALLING ALL ARTISTS! for submissions in our Annual Adjudicated Art Show November 28 – December 20, 2013 SELF-GUIDED STUDIO ARTS TOUR August 16, 17, 18 (Estevan to North Portal, SK)

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COMING EVENTS: 7:30pm July 8

7:30pm September 17

If you have a passion in the arts and would like to encourage others, our Visual Arts committee is looking for instructors. Call Joyce for details 306.421.5886

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES City of Estevan Facilities Manager – Permanent Full-Time Reporting to Leisure Services Manager, the ideal candidate would possess a positive attitude and a powerful personal work ethic. This position leads our Maintenance, Arena and Cleaning Technician teams, and provides a wonderful opportunity to support our community services and customer rst approach. The job requires: • Grade 12 education • Valid Class 5 Driver’s License • Arena Operator’s Certicate – Level 1 & 2 • Pool Operators Certicate – Level 1 & 2 • 5TH Class Engineer’s Certicate • Custodial Care Certicate • Five years, including three years of supervisory experience For a complete job description, visit www.estevan.ca and search under Employment.

GUARD/MATRON The Estevan Police Service is seeking applications for the position of Guard/Matron. Successful applicants must be honest, trustworthy and able to work independently with little supervision. The Guard/Matron will provide constant observation of persons who are being held in custody. Retired persons are also encouraged to apply. Successful applicants will be on call and will have the right to turn down shifts. Applicant must pass a Security Clearance. If you would like to apply or would like to receive further information please contact the Estevan Police Service at

301-11th Ave., Estevan, Saskatchewan. S4A 1C7 Or call 306 634 4767. You can also email schartrand@estevanpolice.ca Del Block – Chief of Police Estevan Police Service

Construction BULLETIN Asphalt Overlay The City of Estevan is undertaking asphalt overlay construction at:

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Duncan Road – Perry Crescent to McDonald Road The purpose of this work is to provide a smooth nished driving surface which will improve drainage. This work would require closure of immediate areas of excavation and may necessitate parking restriction in adjacent areas. This work will commence during the week of June 5, 2013 and will take approximately Half a Week to complete (subject to weather). Souris Valley Paving will perform this work within the current Bylaw regulations. Safety Construction site could be dangerous. If you have children, please ask them to keep a safe distance from the site. We will take every precaution to ensure public safety, but we need your assistance to constrain the natural curiosity of younger children. Please DO NOT attempt to go close to areas of open excavation. Theft or Vandalism If you see any act of vandalism, theft or anyone suspiciously tampering with equipment, signage or barricades please contact 421-1952, the Site Foreman or after hours call Police. Questions and Concerns The City of Estevan, Engineering Services apologizes for any inconveniences that this work may cause and thank you in advance for your cooperation and patience. If you have any question or concerns, please call at 634-1818 or approach the supervisor or foreman on site.

It takes a special person to fill the boots of an Estevan Firefighter. $ ! !

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It takes someone with the desire to do something important$ for the community, someone with courage and dedication who isn’t afraid of hard work, and is willing to accept the challenge of a difficult job. If you are this kind of person, you are needed as a paid on-call firefighter. $ We may be able to fit you with a pair of boots.

Contact Estevan Fire Rescue Services: phone 306-634-1850 or visit the Fire Station at 1101 3rd Street !

PUBLIC NOTICE PROPOSED DISCRETIONARY USE Public Notice is hereby given that the City of Estevan has received an application for the development of a “2 Storey Mixed Use Commercial / Residential Building” on a vacant property at the following location: Legal Description: Parcel/Block Q; Plan #101999818 Civic Address: 418 Kensington Avenue The above noted property is zoned Commercial Arterial/Highway (C3) in which “Residential Dwelling Units” are classied as a discretionary use, and are therefore only permitted subject to the approval of City Council and any conditions imposed thereon. Prior to the application/development being considered by City Council any person can review, make written or verbal submissions and/or make representation to Council on the proposal. Any such intentions or questions in regard to the development proposal should be directed to Land Development Services, 1102 Fourth Street, Estevan, Saskatchewan, S4A 0W7 [tel: 306-6341862] [email: ebjorge@estevan.ca] on or before the 12th Day of June 2013.

NOTICE PROPOSED HOUSE RELOCATION Public Notice is hereby given that the City of Estevan has received applications for relocation of six new preassembled “ready-to-move” single-detached residential dwellings to the following properties: Legal Descriptions: Lots 6-11, Block 170, Plan 102100431 Civic Addresses: 2111-2121 Larter Road The above noted properties are zoned Residential Low Density Single-detached Zone in which ‘Singledetached dwelling units’ are permitted uses of the zone subject to compliance with the City’s Pre-assembled Dwelling Relocation Policy. Any concerns or enquiries may be forwarded to Land Development Services at City Hall, 1102 Fourth Street, Estevan SK, S4A 0W7, 306-634-1862, or email: ebjorge@estevan.ca, on or before the 21st day of June 2013.

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Domestic Sewer Main Flushing Program Beginning Tuesday, June 11, 2013 and continuing to Friday, August 30, 2013, the Public Works Service Division will be carrying out a Domestic Sewer Main Flushing/Jetting Program between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. with the occasional carry over to 6:00 p.m. During the periods of jetting, residents and businesses are advised to securely cap basement oor drains. 2013 Program Area will encompass all streets East of Souris Ave and North of the CPR Railroad tracks within City limits including: Drader Street Hwy 47 N Souris Avenue (East Side) Queen Street Phillips Place Garner Place Edward Street Edward Place Albert Street Isabelle Street Eva Street Henry Street

George Street Victoria Avenue Alexandra Avenue Arthur Avenue Dufferin Avenue Bannatyne Avenue Princess Street Garrish Place Maple Bay Willow Bay Pine Avenue Poplar Bay Kensington Avenue

King Street Yardley Place Hastings Place Smith Street Milne Crescent Orlowski Avenue Holmgren Bay Peterson Drive Heritage Avenue Marwood Street Walker Road Moss Avenue Trout Crescent

Brooks Road Clasky Drive Abbot Bay Frehlick Bay Seregella Place Ross Court Wahba Court Symons Bay Rooney Road Nesbitt Drive Bourquin Road

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2013 WATERMAIN FLUSHING SCHEDULE The City of Estevan will be doing maintenance work to ensure good water quality for all users of City water. This work includes the turning of main water valves around the City, and flushing large quantities of water from various hydrants in each area. If your water appears discoloured during the days your area is scheduled for this work (see schedule below), please run a faucet for a few minutes until the water is clear again. If the water remains dirty for a longer period, please contact City Hall at 634-1800 to let us know. Thank you for your understanding during this important maintenance!

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Friday June 18, 19, 20, & 21, 2013 June 11, 12, 13, & 14, 2013 East of Kensington Avenue (within Area bounded by Souris Avenue, City limits) Kensington Avenue and 6th street, Perkins Street, including the Valleyview Subdivision, Jubilee Place and Bay Meadows

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