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Safety is a growing priority for the Estevan Police Service, and when it comes to the safety of students going to and from school, they don’t want drivers taking any more chances. Beginning this week there will be a police officer riding random school buses with the rest of the students. That officer will be educating students about school bus safety while they monitor driving habits of morning and afternoon commuters around them. If the officer sees a driver violating the strict rules of the road that revolve around school buses, they will radio to nearby officers driving an unmarked police car who will then perform a traffic stop. What EPS is dubbing the Yellow and Blue Program, which it is carrying out in conjunction with the South East Cornerstone School Division, was designed to reverse the trend the police have been seeing in which Estevan drivers are ignoring the stop signals of school buses. EPS Chief Paul Ladouceur said the police didn’t initially see problems with drivers when the school year started, but after seeing a spike in the numbers of complaints, he said they had to look at someway of curbing that cycle. “This is a bit of a unique program and a different approach that covers a number of things,” said Ladouceur. “It educates the public that certainly it isn’t going to be tolerated. It engages students along with police because
The Estevan Police Service is teaming up with the South East Cornerstone School Division to begin the Yellow and Blue Program. Starting Tuesday, an EPS constable will be riding a random school bus with students to help combat motorists who ignore the stop signs when the bus is stopped. we’re going to use our school resource officers as the people who are on the bus. It’s two-fold, because they can be educating especially the younger students on various safety issues, while also be watching for people not abiding
by the bus rules and violating the law.” Ladouceur noted the City of Estevan very recently reclassified reduced speed zones around schools and parks → A2 Complaints
Shand test plant will open even more doors By Norm Park normpark@estevanmercury.ca
The test facility at Shand Power Station should be nearly completed by the end of the first quarter of 2015 according to one of the principal players in the project. Mike Monea, president of carbon capture and storage initiatives for SaskPower, said the $70 million addition to the power generating plant will allow the global community an opportunity to test all types of post-combustion noxious gas recovery systems within a commercial power station. Although the experiments won’t be commercial sized themselves, the opportunity to use real life and real case scenarios offered at Shand will prove to be invaluable. The fact that the world’s first commercial sized carbon capture plant is just down the road, will be a positive addition. The test facility is being constructed on a 50:50 costsharing agreement between SaskPower and Hitachi, with Hitachi getting first dibs on using the plant to test some of their gas capturing equipment once it swings into operation. “A lot of companies want to see end results of the test facility. There is quite a lot of interest in it. I recently attended the National Carbon Capture Centre in Alabama and I know they’re very interested in some option projects at Shand,” said Monea. Each country or company that rents the equipment and time at the Shand site will have their own propriety and privacy requirements and SaskPower has no problem with that. Just as they also have no problem with items such as Shell’s own CanSolv amine liquids that are being used to capture carbon dioxide and sulphur dioxide at Boundary Dam’s Unit 3, the commercial-sized operation.
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A $70 million post-combustion noxious gas capturing test facility built at Shand Power Station will have it’s own steady stream of international visitors and customers once it is completed in early 2015. “We only need to know enough to ensure it’s working safely in our plant. It’s their product,” said Monea. Shand certainly fits into a lot of business models currently on designer’s desks where they’re looking to test
their own theories on capturing noxious gases in a postcombustion setting. They gain knowledge and SaskPower will gain revenue. The plant time and equipment will rent out on an hourly basis and to set up and then operate a decent study and test run, generally takes 1,200 hours or more, he said. “We have Max Ball here who is a research expert, and he’s in contact with other people around the world. I know there’s a group in Norway who are keenly interested in testing capture products, as are the Chinese. They need to test their products in North America and Boundary Dam is the only place where there is credibility right now. It’s the new Silicon Valley in the clean coal solution game.” Monea said even though he and others in SaskPower and the provincial government have been tireless in their travelling around the globe, delivering the message, there are still a lot of researchers and politicians who haven’t been introduced to what’s happening in Estevan. “We haven’t been able to tell our story to everyone, but Estevan is becoming very popular,” Monea said. The SaskPower executive said the idea of making Estevan and Boundary Dam and Shand a centre of excellence isn’t beyond the realm of reason. He notes there is a lot of money that could be gained if the concept were to be monetized. In other words, there is a real business case to be made, as well as an educational component. “It would be a shame not to advance the knowledge. There are engineers and student engineers at universities who want to visit because the world centre for carbon capture is now southern Saskatchewan. I visited the University of Edinburgh and they have doctorate students who are dying for a chance to gain → A10 International
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Complaints alerted police to traffic issues ← A1 “We initially didn’t notice a whole lot,” said Ladouceur. “It’s very interesting because only within the last two to three weeks we noticed a spike where we are seeing more and more people complaining about it.” He said the police have consulted with the bus drivers and the school board, and they have also noticed people driving through the stop lights on school buses. “ E v e n p e r s o n a l l y, I’ve noticed people who have ignored them,” added Ladouceur. “One of the things by doing this is it’s very difficult for police to monitor the buses. If you have a marked police vehicle following the bus around all day, people generally abide by the law.”
EPS Chief Paul Ladouceur The program will run randomly with different buses and will rotate with some officers riding during the morning and other times riding in the afternoon. “The majority of kids in this community are younger kids who are taking the bus. I spoke with a Grade 1 class to-
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fantastic. It gives students a chance to feel more comfortable around the police and feel more comfortable approaching the police as well.” Ladouceur said he has seen motorists in some cases slow down and make complete stops at buses, but then proceeded as though it was a regular stop sign. He reminds motorists that they are not able to proceed until the stop is retracted back to the bus. “We address things as the need arises, and if we find that people aren’t getting the messages and the violations are continuing to occur, then we’ll continue to do this as long as we need to,” said Ladouceur. “One of our first priorities in this community should be children’s safety, and certainly I’m more than happy to put our police resources in those areas as a priority. We’ll do it as long as we need to be doing it.”
Police search Estevan house During the early evening of Oct. 7 Estevan Police Service personnel fielded a call regarding a potentially serious scenario that could have been developing on the north side of the city. Police determined the situation could escalate to the point where it might lead to a loss of life as well as property so they quickly established a response effort involving the RCMP emergency response team, explosive disposal unit, major crimes, crisis negotiators, general investigation section and a police service dog. A search warrant was executed on the residence in the north central part of the city, when the specialty policing teams from Regina joined the local service members to conduct a search of the residence after three people were removed from the premises. The search revealed the device in question was nonfunctioning, not potentially explosive and not a risk to the public. The investigation was wrapped up by the early
morning hours of Oct. 8. Later, a police spokesman, Sergeant Murray Cowan, noted that while the situation turned out to be a relative non-issue, precautions had to be taken at that time, based on original information. The residents in the home were detained for a short period and released with no charges. Cowan added that evacuation of nearby residences was not necessary once the original search of the primary residence was conducted. “When the items were checked and viewed you could see where there could be a mistaken identity of purpose, but there was really no risk to public safety in the end,” Cowan said.
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Foot traffic has increased at Southeast Newcomer Services, but a large wave of confusion in regards to what their services are about is also on the rise. Elaine Popova, information services provider for Newcomers, and her colleague Melissa Marcucci, a settlement adviser, both said about half of the people who step into their offices enquire about immigration. In addition, many often assume Newcomers is an “immigration office” that processes their papers. Popova stressed that’s not what their agency is. “We can help them with printing, we can help them with very precise questions on the forms that they don’t understand,” she said, attributing the lack of understanding surrounding papers to the language barriers many newcomers encounter. “Some might come in and say, ‘I’ve filled out the forms, can you check it?’ But we can’t … we don’t have all the answers, we don’t have the training, and we can’t make calls on someone’s behalf.” Marcucci said she can make referrals to Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) based on what category of resident newcomers are or what kind of visa they have, but aside from the aforementioned assistance with specific questions and general understanding of documents, further help is difficult to provide. They are also reluctant to pass them on to immigration consultants due to the high financial costs that assistance usually entails. Saskatchewan Immigration provides Southeast Newcomer Services with funding, but assistance is absent from the federal levels of government, where a lot of decisions surrounding immigration policies are made. The ever-changing regulations surrounding immigration and the variety of programs add further confusion not only to immigrants but to the staff at Newcomers, who do try to keep up through research but without adequate training from experts, ultimately lag slightly behind the
most up-to-date information. “I was reading up on various programs and now there’s a blue box of information about them, some say ‘now there’s a cap on this and a cap on that,’ and if we weren’t reading up on these programs and changes we would have no idea what’s going on at all,” Marcucci said. “We’re learning about these programs much like the general public is.” She referred to the new regulations surrounding temporary foreign workers and the upcoming express entry system, which will allow Canadian employers to select skilled candidates from abroad if there are no Canadians or permanent residents available for the work, as examples of just how often immigration policies are altered. Popova noted some occasional guidance from CIC would be welcome when it comes to immigration policies. Marcucci said the Newcomers staff, which is largely comprised of new members, herself included, is still adjusting and trying to meet the needs of clients who have been coming in on a more frequent basis. The way she approaches these situations is, however, always the same. “Settlement is comprised of several different areas and oftentimes the first issue we try to help them out with is housing,” she said, adding the issue of housing is one that newcomers from another province face with an equal amount of adversity. “It’s a very broad area though and settlement encompasses a lot of things,” Marcucci said. From obtaining a health card or driver’s licence, to knowing how to reach emergency services in Estevan, Marcucci said these are essential pieces of information newcomers of all kinds are looking for. “Even newcomers from another province may find navigating websites slightly confusing,” said Marcucci. “And if you’re new to the country and you have a language barrier, it can become a very complex process.” Every client who comes to their offices receives a
welcome bag that’s filled to the brim with local phone numbers, a list of languages the province’s website can be accessed in, a variety of booklets and the newest issue of Prairies North. Programs offered outside of settlement services include a multitude of organized events that aim to help newcomers integrate themselves within the community. Newcomers assisted 77 new Canadians to attend the Estevan Bruins’ home opener on Sept. 19, organized an introductory golf session at Woodlawn Golf Club and is now planning to do something similar surrounding another Canadian sport; curling. The Culture Collage Fair, which took place on Sept. 27 and was the first major event organized by Newcomers, attracted hundreds of residents who were exposed to a number of ethnicities in Estevan, simultaneously providing long-time local residents and newcomers to Canada with a unique cultural experience. Popova and Marcucci strongly agreed that the agency is moving in a positive direction, but stressed the fact that they really want to hear from the people they serve. “We’re hoping to engage the community and ask them what they would like us to put on,” Marcucci explained, saying the success they’ve had so far with some of these events is promising, but further input from the outside is highly valuable. “It’s much easier when they tell us exactly what they want from us.” While attending the annual Saskatchewan Settlement and Immigration Summit on Sept. 22 in Regina, Popova and Marcucci discovered challenges faced by newcomer agencies across Canada change by region, but an ongoing attempt to better connect with rural areas surrounding the Newcomers agencies in the larger cities is paramount. “This resource centre here in Estevan is for the southeast but it does become difficult to reach out to those rural areas,” said Marcucci. “If someone from out of town calls us and requests some assistance we’ll make the effort to go out there, but it does get a little difficult to reach out to those people on a consistent basis.”
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At least it’s a conversation piece. This structure in Kensington Greens Park raises a few questions as to what it was meant to be or what it was supposed to represent when the park development began off Petterson Drive more than five years ago. Curtis and Mona Hack stand along the western edge of Kensington Greens, a city park that got off to a good start and was then abandoned.
Kensington Greens, the forgotten park By Norm Park normpark@estevanmercury.ca
It’s been labelled the forgotten park by those who live near it, but according to recent information gathered by the Mercury, it won’t be on the missing list much longer. Kensington Greens, a rambling, interestingly configured green space bordering one of Estevan’s newer subdivisions, has the potential to be a beautiful green retreat for residents in the southern reaches of Petterson Drive and the cul de sacs that branch off it. An original program to turn the two hectare section of land that borders the northernmost rail tracks and then turns toward the town housing and hotel along Kensington Avenue was abandoned shortly after it was created, said Curtis Hack, a spokesman for a group of about 12 families in the neighbourhood who said they felt it was time to go public with their growing frustrations regarding the inability of the City to develop the park or even maintain the few amenities that were already there. “There had been a few trees there, but most of them died. The underground sprinklers were turned on once, to test them. But it wouldn’t have mattered because I think all that was planted there was foxtails,” said Hack. The disappointed homeowner admitted that it was not all a lost cause because those items could be addressed. There was a walking path and some park lighting with most of the lights still working. He wasn’t sure about the sprinklers, but he knew the sprinkler heads were now exposed. Hack said some excavation and development work took place around 2009 by contractors who were working on behalf of the City since Estevan itself was the recognized developer in that particular area. There were some followup efforts made in 2010, with grades being set and the paths and lighting installed in 2011. Fresh soil and sprinklers were added in 2012 and “we thought it was done,” said Hack, who said he wasn’t sure when the grass was sown that turned to foxtails, but since the area was only mowed once a year for the first few years, it wasn’t surprising. The mowing was done only after they phoned Leisure Services to ask for it to be done. “A couple of times when we phoned, the people we ended up talking to didn’t even know where this park was,” he said with a chuckle.
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plan showed when we were deciding to purchase property here,” Hack said. “We built our homes and yards according to city specifications, but we’re left with a mess they left behind. We never went to the media before, but when they left us with this situation every year we began to feel we had no other recourse.” “It seemed to us that the City had a plan and rules for everyone else, but not for their own work. I guess what we’re asking now is where is the strategic plan? If there is green space to be built, we’d like to know what it will be and when? I mean the past is the past, let’s look at the future. I don’t want my landscaping and grass growing efforts to go to waste, so what’s the plan? Everyone’s money is in on this. The City needs to indicate a little accountability because if they believe that this park is done, well, we would just have to disagree, strongly disagree.” Hack and his wife Mona also wonder what was intended with a strange-looking structure that sits behind their home, in the designated park area that consists of a few large rocks, a gravel patch and some large beams assembled in a half-fort looking shape. “We’re not sure what they thought they were assembling there,” he said with a smile. March said the City will be contacting the subcontractors who provided materials and/or services for the park. The company that planted the trees that died almost immediately will be expected to re-supply the quantity that can’t be salvaged. “Financially, it shouldn’t be a big hit for the City. We’re doing some engineering study on that park and there would be hold-back on the agreements with the contractors. The re-grading work will be minor and I assure the residents there, it will get done. We have more work to do in the Trojan Park area, too. The grade and walkway needs to be lifted there. We’re looking at park infrastructure throughout the city and setting priorities of what can be fixed, and what has to be replaced.” March said it has taken him a little time to get familiar with all the green spaces in the city, but he’s beginning to get a good feel of all the parks and other green spaces, which means he’ll be able to spend some valuable time in the winter forming an action plan for next spring and summer. So it seems the forgotten park, Kensington Greens, is forgotten no more.
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Rankin chats about Back Road tour By Jordan Baker editor@estevanmercury.ca
With an album to tie in the experience of touring off the beaten path, Jimmy Rankin is set to stop in Estevan for an intimate acoustic show on Oct. 20. While Estevan isn’t always a hot stop on every musician’s cross-Canada tour, Rankin is making an effort to hit the stage in a plethora of smaller venues as he travels through Saskatchewan with performances in Kipling, Redvers and Moosomin, to name just a few of the other back road paradises on the tour. The Canadian music legend, with more than 25 years under his belt recording music as a solo artist and as a member of the Rankin Family before that, is riding the waves of his latest album, released earlier this year called Back Road Paradise. For Rankin, now 50, he said the album is a first full foray into the world of country music. While he has always had country influences in his music and has dabbled in the classic instruments of the genre, it’s this latest album where he set out from the beginning to record a complete collection of country songs. “I’ve dabbled in country music my entire life,” Rankin said, noting on his second last record he experimented more with traditional country instruments, like pedal steels,
dobros, banjos and mandolins. “This record I just went full tilt and made a country-pop record.” Rankin spoke with the Mercury over the phone last week just before his homecoming show in Mabou, N.S. Rankin is performing at the Estevan Comprehensive School and spoke about the connections he has to small towns and what performing in rural areas is like.
“I can’t recall a lot of these places in Saskatchewan. I’ve played in more major centres, but I’m from a small rural area so I can relate to being in these smaller communities,” said Rankin. “I’m very much looking forward to it. Over my career I’ve gotten to see a lot of places in Canada and around the world that I never would have seen had I been just somebody doing another occupation, so I’m always excited about seeing places in Canada I’ve never visited before and playing for people I’ve never played for before.
“I think my music applies. I’m singing about regular people for the most part,” he added about how his music may be accepted in smaller, more rural and remote places. For his shows in the Maritimes, Rankin is performing with his full band, but as he comes through Saskatchewan, Manitoba and other places on his fall tour, he will be performing largely acoustic shows featuring him and a multiinstrumentalist who will accompany him playing mandolin, guitar and others. “I always improvise a little bit. Things change and there are solos. Things change in a live performance over time,” said Rankin about his live shows. “In a lot of ways there’s more energy in the (acoustic) performance because there are two of us. In a lot ways I enjoy more than a full band show because I get to improvise more. I get to change the set list a lot quicker if I want to.” He said his acoustic sets aren’t as “experimental” as Bob Dylan’s but he will jam a little longer on particular songs – “they’re always morphing or changing vocally.”
Jimmy Rankin is set to perform in Estevan Oct. 20 as part of the tour supporting his 2014 release, Back Road Paradise, which will see him stopping at a number of back road locations across Saskatchewan. “The acoustic thing is very intimate. It’s very much the same show, mostly the same songs, but delivered acoustically. The show is more like a roller coaster ride, there are ballads and then up tempo stuff. I cover back catalogs and a lot of new stuff.” As for his Back Road Paradise, the album features two songs that involve a duet, one with Blue Rodeo’s Jim Cuddy and the other with Allison Krauss. Rankin said those songs in particular were important to him. Regarding the track Never Gonna
Leave with Cuddy, he said, “I was thinking throughout the process, before I even recorded the song, that I wanted to have somebody guest on it who could complement my vocal, and just have their vocal up at the same level in the mix.” Having previously worked with Blue Rodeo, he thought of Cuddy as a “perfect” fit for the track. “The other song, Flames, I wanted a beautiful harmony on, sort of a haunting voice, and I thought of Allison Krauss. She adds another colour, another beautiful haunting
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Globetrotters returning to Energy City in April The world famous Harlem Globetrotters, featuring some of the greatest athletes and entertainers on the planet, will bring their unrivaled family show to Affinity Place in Estevan on Friday, April 24 at 7 p.m., during the Harlem Globetrotters 2015 “Washington Generals’ Revenge” Tour. The Globetrotters will face a great challenge this year, as the infamous Washington Generals are more determined than ever to match the franchise’s historic last victory over the Globetrotters nearly a half century ago. It has been five years since the Globetrotters and Generals have faced off, as the Generals have been searching far and wide for the best players to retool their roster and have been preparing for one thing: victory over the Globetrotters. In addition to the highly-anticipated matchup on the court, the Globetrotters, known worldwide as the Ambassadors of Goodwill, will honor a Harlem Globetrotters Hometown Hero at each of their 310-plus games in North America. The team is searching for active, wounded or retired members of the military who have made their community proud with their
brave service and exemplary character. Fans can nominate a Harlem Globetrotters Hometown Hero at harlemglobetrotters. com. The Globetrotters will also play a portion of each game with a camouflage basketball as a sign of respect to all who protect our freedom. With a star-studded roster featuring Big Easy Lofton, Ant Atkinson, Hi-Lite Bruton, Thunder Law, Bull Bullard, Firefly Fisher and Moose Weekes – plus female stars TNT Maddox, T-Time Brawner and Sweet J Ekworomadu – the Globetrotters’ one-of-a-kind show is unrivaled in the world of family entertainment. With incredible ball handling wizardry, rim-rattling dunks, trick shots, hilarious comedy and unequaled fan interaction, this must-see event is guaranteed to entertain the whole family. After the game, Globetrotter stars will sign autographs and take photos with fans. Tickets are now available at harlemglobetrotters.com, ticketmaster.com, the Affinity Place box office, or by phone at 855-985-5000. Information on group and scout tickets can also be found at harlemglobetrotters.com.
colour to that song, which is sort of an eerie love song.” With his tour kicking off on Oct. 3, Rankin said he was hitting his stride, getting his sea legs back and excited to once again perform his music for audiences across Canada. “It’s really great to see the back roads in Canada. I’ve toured every time of year, and it’s really nice to be touring in the fall. The leaves are changing, and people are just in fall mode. There’s a really good vibe.” Rankin’s performance at ECS begins at 7:30 p.m.
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Dealing with the new realities The global eyes are upon us, and that’s not an understatement. We have been given ample notice that Estevan has become the talk of the international greenhouse gas reduction community. As one SaskPower spokesman noted this past week, they may not know exactly where Estevan, Saskatchewan is, but they certainly know what’s going on here. What is also known is that this foreign community of scientists, engineers, professors, students and politicians want to find out more about carbon capture and its uses. They really want to know what we think, too. Is the general population of Estevan and southeast Saskatchewan embracing carbon capture? Are we okay with pipelines carrying CO2 gas and oil in and around our farms? Do we like the idea of extending the life span of coal as a source of fuel for the future rather than nuclear energy or playing host to tens of thousands of wind turbines and solar panels? They are curious as to how we are reacting to our nearby BD3 project as it
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A reminder of rural dangers Thankfully, no one was hurt or injured in last week’s train derailment near Wadena. Rather than a tragedy, we have instead another reminder of the serious hazards that accompany living in rural Saskatchewan. It is time for a closer examination of exactly how safe rural life is. The latest threat came Oct. 7 on the CN tracks some 20 kilometres west of Wadena when about 26 cars derailed in a 100-car long train. The cars caught fire and produced toxic smoke that billowed several storeys into the air. “It’s huge,” Alison Squires, editor of the Wadena News, told CBC News describing the smoke she saw shortly after the derailment. “It’s taller than an elevator.” The derailment resulted in about 50 people being evacuated from Clair a kilometre away. Several farms also had to be evacuated and Wadena students were kept inside all day. Specialized air monitoring equipment from the Ministry of the Environment was dispatched.
moves forward from Stage 1 to Stages 2 and 3. If we aren’t okay with it, then what are the implications? How far can SaskPower and our provincial government take it if the citizens, especially the residents in southeast Saskatchewan, are not on board? Nobody is telling us to drink the Kool Aid. We don’t have to buy in if we don’t want to or think we can’t afford to. After all, it is a democracy. That is why others in free thinking and free living worlds are putting out their social feelers. There is good reason to believe that carbon capture and recycling will work. The scientific and educational communities are anxious to visit and see how it works. They want a first-hand, personal look at the beast. But, they also want to know how we feel and react to this whole new world of discovery and blending of old world fuel to new world technology. The homework isn’t just being done on the scientific side of this program, there are social studies to conduct as well and those visitors will want to tap into our thoughts and feelings
as well as our engineering experiments and expertise. As we suggested last week, we will be expected to deliver an honest and sincere message to these visitors who will continue to arrive on our doorstep in a regular pattern for the next several years. There will be partnerships to mould and there will be lots of attention to be gained and we can only hope this attention will be positive and affirmative, no matter what our thoughts are on the scientific and environmental aspects of this project. We are loathe to suggest how our readers should think. We leave that to other major publications, lobbying and special interest groups. We’re just saying we believe Estevanites know what’s up and how things work in our section of the world. We’re used to dealing with facts, not fictional accounts of what ifs. We kind of know what works and what doesn’t work, and we’re willing to get behind those who push the reality buttons and are willing to get the concrete work done to improve the environment by working with and dealing with what we have with an eye to a realistic future.
But while the event seemed relatively minor in the light of how big such a disaster might have been, it certainly wasn’t minor to those impacted. “I’m concerned for my animals,” Clair-area farmer Jason Evans, told the CBC. “I’ve got 600 head of buffalo there. It’s going over the top of my pastures, its going over the top of my hay field. “Is that going to affect my hay and my livestock is what I’m kind of interested to find out.” And the rest of us need to be concerned about the potential disaster posed by this derailment and other such dangers in rural living. For far too long now, little thought has been given to the inherent dangers that accompany living in rural settings. But the reality of farming, the oil industry, construction, forestry or any of a number of rural-based occupations that often involve working with heavy equipment, poses serious dangers. Increased economic activity in the oil and mining sector has meant even more dangers, including on rural highways and gravel roads where heavy trucks, farm equipment and passenger vehicles can quickly become a deadly mix. It was no small coincidence that during the same week of the Wadena derailment there were a series of road fatalities, all of them involving young men from out-of-province who had come to Saskatchewan to find work. Add to this cocktail the unpredictability of our winter blizzards, ice or summer storms that make working conditions,
travel and simply living that much more dangerous. Much to the Saskatchewan Party government’s credit, it has put special emphasis on smaller companies complying with the province’s occupational health and safety laws. Many would suggest this is nothing more than the job of government, but there is little doubt the government’s emphasis on compliance has ruffled a few feathers in business. Also, the province’s STARS air ambulance system has somewhat addressed the issue of emergency response to isolated rural people. And while co-existence hasn’t been perfect, the air helicopters have not come at the price of replacing muchneeded local ambulance services. (That said, the decline in rural hospitals from 20 years ago makes one wonder whether we are really all that much further ahead.) But even with the tragedy of Lac Megantic, Que., the one area where this government and others have made little progress is the inherent dangers of moving hazardous material by rail. In rural Saskatchewan, we can mitigate some dangers like farmyard overhead power lines. But as individuals, we can’t do much about the dangerous commodities that are hauled through rural areas, villages, towns and smaller cities. A potential disaster like the Wadena derailment is a good time for us to take stock and press governments for more regulation of the rail industry to mitigate the dangers of moving this material. The Wadena derailment was just the latest warning.
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Lessons from Joe My sister-in-law sent me a missive about the infamous All Things Arizona Sheriff Joe Arpaio. He’s the sherConsidered iff who makes the male prisoners wear pink garb. On their work details in mid-summer, they’re housed in tents in the dessert. It doesn’t sound like Joe is your ideal prison warden. But, the guy is on to something. For instance, he got some prisoners working in local humane shelters, taking care of abandoned dogs and cats and rehabilitating them. The prisoners are paid. When the pets are adopted, the adoption fees go to them. So far they’re earning 28 cents an hour. The beauty of this is that the animals are receiving terrific care, getting rehabilitated, along with the inmates it seems. Joe has guys working on a Christmas tree farm. He also has them growing vegetables and raising hogs for their own consumption. Hmm, didn’t we once have our prisoners working on farms? The federal government shut those programs down, saying prisoners learning agricultural skills was a waste of time and money. No rehabilitation required here, they figured. Just punishment. They also closed down the tree nursery in Indian Head. Wasn’t needed. The nursery was revived privately using temporary foreign workers and volunteers. Our prison agriculture program … still dead. Do ya think Canada’s federal prison system could learn something from Sheriff Joe? Probably not. He likes to think outside boxes. Our leaders like to build boxes and crawl inside. By the way, when Joe’s prisoners gripe and complain about the gawd awful heat and living conditions in the Arizona dessert, he reminds them the guys in military uniforms, protecting the freedoms that they had violated, had to put up with even more intense heat in Afghanistan while wearing full military uniforms and carrying 60 pounds of equipment. That shuts them up. On to something else. Do you think it’s strange to hear that Saskatchewan’s former Energy and Resources elected guy Tim McMillen is now heading over to the Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers after just recently having worked on provincial regulatory issues regarding that industry? Strange, but true. Also strange is that we have no conflict of interest regulations to prevent this kind of scenario. Gee, you mean Dustin Duncan, our health minister could be appointed CEO of the new Children’s Hospital being built in Saskatoon one day after quitting politics? Yep. And Lyle Stewart in agriculture could seamlessly move over to Monsanto and … well, you get it. It’s not just in politics. I heard that former Philadelphia Flyer bad man, Chris Pronger has been hired by the NHL to look into injuries and penalties for hockey villains. This is even richer than the McMillen scenario. Pronger is still being paid $5 million a year by the Flyers for the next two or three years. Now there’s double dipping. Makes Mike Duffy look like an amateur. While I’m ranting, I’m asking why are female hockey defenders still called defencemen? You would think the equal rights and feminist movements would be all over this one. After all, fishermen had to be changed to fishers. I say we call those two females on the back end of each shift defencewomen. And when someone tells me when I conduct a meeting, I have to be called a chair and not a chairman, I tell them no … I would rather be called a coat hanger or a desk. You can have chairmen, and you also have chairwomen. It’s easy.
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The Editor, The NDP wants to know if the government’s massive $3 million tab for a lobbyist in the United States has actually benefitted Saskatchewan families, or mostly just the premier and some American politicians. Despite the massive price tag, revealed by the media, the American lobbyist seemingly has done very little for Saskatchewan. The 2013 disclosure report of the lobbying firm Nelson Mullins Riley and Scarborough shows it did no work for Saskatchewan or Premier Brad Wall in February, May, July, August, November or December. During the months it did some work for Saskatchewan, about 10 individuals were arranged for Premier Brad Wall to meet in the United States. I believe a handful of meetings a year is hardly worth a multi-million dollar payday. Moreover, many American politicians who agreed to meet with Wall received campaign donations from Saskatchewan’s lobbyist shortly before or after the meeting. The people of Saskatchewan deserve accountability on this front. What are Saskatchewan families actually getting from this huge payout of public dollars to an Ameri-
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can lobbyist? How are a few meetings that seemingly haven’t produced results of any value benefitting anyone other than Mr. Wall and, potentially, the American politicians who agreed to meet him? According to public records, the government used the money to have the lobbyist try to arrange for Wall’s personal profile to be given to American television producers, and to promote him among the Western Governors’ Association. Wall has publicly stated that he’s interested in being Canada’s ambassador to Washington. We’re paying $3 million so that Mr. Wall can have his photo taken with American politicians, and have his personal biography on file with American TV producers. Meanwhile, this government can’t scrape together $200,000 to keep an affordable housing project afloat. This government’s priorities are messed up, and its sense of entitlement is becoming more and more obvious. The bottom line when it comes to public dollars is that they should be spent to benefit Saskatchewan families. Period. Trent Wotherspoon Deputy Leader of the Official Opposition, NDP
Reader disagrees with province’s carbon capture use I watched Premier Wall’s recent speech as he opened the carbon capture and storage facility for a small portion of the Boundary Dam coal fired electricity plant. He said that this was a great step forward, that this would help reduce global warming and enable coal fired plants to produce clean, inexpensive energy and was only possible because the people of SK are “innovative.” Unfortunately almost everything he said was incorrect. The premier acknowledged that this project was not possible without big bucks from the taxpayers. Over a billion dollars to “capture” 90% of the carbon from less than 20% of this one plant. Even the 90% figure is misleading.
The carbon produced by building and operating a 66 km CO2 pipeline will not be captured. The carbon produced by mining the dirty brown coal will not be captured. The carbon produce from hundreds of associated plant emissions will not be captured and the carbon produced by 80% of the plant will not be captured. The premier seems to be unaware that the least expensive electrical power is now wind power at 4 cents per kWh. Just the carbon capture part of this plant’s operation will cost over 4 cents per ‘clean’ kWh produced. The next inexpensive electrical energy is utility solar. Either the premier doesn’t know this or he doesn’t know that
the sun shines in SK. In order for CO2 to be a liquid it must be pressurized or cooled. Creating that liquid and keeping it in a liquid state takes energy and producing energy in a brown coal plant produces carbon. The premier even indicated that pumping this liquid into an oilfield so that more oil was forced to the surface and then burned would somehow reduce global warming. It appears that Premier Wall does not really believe that global warming is the massive problem that virtually every peer-reviewed scientist says it is. It appears that he thinks that this so called carbon capture is setting a good example and that this multi-billion dollar technology will be adopted
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by poorer countries that can hardly afford dirty coal plants. This is not going to happen and this is not setting a good example. If premier Wall was really “innovative” he would realize that the days of dirty coal are over and there are far less damaging and less expensive ways to produce electricity. The way forward is to utilize a free, clean nuclear fusion plant that is safely located 150 million km away. This plant produces and delivers to us thousands of times the energy we require and it will last for billions of years. It is time for politicians like Premier Wall to do their homework and provide truthful leadership.
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New green space being developed in Dominion Heights Padwick Park work to begin next spring Trimount Developments has turned over $220,000 to the City of Estevan in a landmark move that signals the assurance of the start of construction of the first significant green space development in the Dominion Heights subdivision. According to company spokesman Jason Fleury, that amount represents about one-third of what the company expects to spend on the development of Padwick Park, which will far exceed the basic requirements set out in a development agreement with the City of Estevan. Fleury said following a brief lull in sales, interest has once again perked up for the development on the north side of the city. Eight units are currently under construction and 75 per cent of what has been built or is being built, has been sold and more has been spoken for. Six Parkview town homes were quickly snapped up, Fleury said, and credited that to the fact that they will be situated close to the promised park. Over 50 per cent of the condominiums recently completed have owners now and the town houses also back onto the promised green space.
“It’s an all inclusive park plan that will probably carry a final price tag of around $750,000,” said Fleury who said it will probably include a spray pool, playground equipment, outdoor washroom facility, gazebo, trees, lighting, irrigation and an asphalt walking path. “We will commence construction, weather permitting, in the spring of 2015 and we should be able to turn it over to the community by that fall,” he said. “It will be well beyond the park service agreement we have with the City of Estevan.” With the land donation and plantings alone, the original handover of $220,000 represents the first strong and significant step. “It will be the first park in Dominion Heights and we’ll turn it over to the City under the park services agreement, once it’s underway. It should be a beautiful amenity. There’s about 1.7 acres of land that we can feature.” Fleury said the lighting, soil, seeding and sprinklers will go in first, then there will be some tree planting. Benches, washrooms, garbage cans and other details will
A new green space will be sprouting up on the north side of the city next spring with work scheduled to begin on Padwick Park, part of the Trimount and City of Estevan’s Dominion Heights subdivision plan and commitment. come into the picture as required with the park development plan. “It’ll take about three to four months of additional work and will involve the City’s parks and land development people as well
as our employees to ensure things are done in accordance with the agreement, which says we turn it over to the City a year after the park is done. The City has done a great job in co-ordinating the plan,” Fleury said.
Pumpkin decorating Sask. jobs numbers continue to impress contest returns The leaves are changing, there is a chill in the air and the pumpkins are ready for the Chamber of Commerce and the Estevan Art Gallery and Museums’ third annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest at the Estevan Art Gallery on, Oct. 25. “Participants bring their pumpkin to the Estevan Art Gallery and Museum on Oct. 25 between 2 and 4 p.m. and then come back to the gallery between 6:30 and 9 to see the pumpkins in the dark,” said Rebecca Westling, marketing and events co-ordinator for the Estevan Chamber of Commerce. “There will be free hot chocolate and candy for the kids, crafts and activities, a family movie station and artisan vendors. Plus there will be a Photobooth by Durr Photography, so wear your costumes and get a spooky picture taken with your friends.” The contest is open to all ages, and split into four divisions: 10 years and under, 11 to 15, 16 and older and business
entries. Entries will be accepted from 2 and 4 o’clock at the EAGM. You are the judge. Each pumpkin entered will have a picture taken of it and then posted to the EAGM’s Facebook page. The public gets to vote for their favourite. Winners will be announced on Nov. 3. Entries can be carved or painted, and can use other forms of art media. No artificial pumpkins will be accepted. Winners in each division will receive a trophy donated by Estevan Trophy and Engraving and each will receive $50 of Pure Energy Bucks from the Estevan Chamber of Commerce. The 16-and-older division will receive $100 cash from our local NDP Constituency Association. “This year we will have an expert carver on site to demonstrate his carving abilities. We will also be displaying his creations throughout the walk,” said Westling For more information or to participate in this event call Rebecca Westling at 306637-2190.
Saskatchewan is leading the nation in job creation with the fastest rate of employment growth and the lowest unemployment rate in Canada. “Having a growing and robust economy has had a huge impact on the job front,” Minister responsible for Immigration, Jobs, Skills and Training Jeremy Harrison said. “It is no surprise that Saskatchewan’s job growth rate is the best in the nation now, providing more employment opportunities to support and sustain strong economic momentum.” Employment was up 3.5 per cent over last September (19,300 jobs), the highest growth rate in the nation. Nationally, jobs were up 0.9 per cent. There were 574,800 people employed in Saskatchewan in
September. Saskatchewan’s unemployment rate in September 2014 was 3.5 per cent on a seasonally adjusted basis, the lowest among the provinces. This is well below the 6.8 per cent recorded nationally. “Unemployment figures have been consistently the lowest in Canada now for 22 months,” Harrison said. “Saskatchewan is the place to be if you are looking for work – full time jobs are on the rise – and jobs are available in every corner of the province.” Month-over-month, there were 7,000 more jobs in September than August (seasonally adjusted), up 1.2 per cent, the second highest growth rate among the provinces. Other highlights: Regina’s unemploy-
ment rate was 2.8 per cent seasonally adjusted – the lowest among major Canadian cities. Saskatoon’s unemployment rate was 4.2 per cent, the second lowest. Youth unemployment was 6.5 per cent seasonally adjusted, lowest in the country and well below the 13.5 per cent posted nationally. Full-time employment was up by 14,800 jobs (3.2 per cent) year-over-year. Part-time was up 4,600, 5.1 per cent. There was strong growth in the goods-producing sector with jobs up by 11,700 from last September with solid job gains in construction (+4,800), agriculture (+3,800) and forestry, mining, oil and gas (+3,700).
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Hearthstone Donation The Hearthstone Campaign received a large donation for the new Estevan Nursing Home. Randy and Maureen Ulrich, owners of Woodley Well Services Inc. in Lampman, donated $30,000 last week. This puts the Hearthstone campaign at $7.6 million in total money raised, just shy of their $8 million goal.
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4, 5 and 6. “I’ve also been surprised by the number of oil production companies wanting CO 2. There is a real hunger for it. They even want the CO2 that will come out of Shand when the test facility is up, even though it’s a much smaller scale.” Monea said SaskPower’s current partner, Cenovus has provided them with a good relationship to date and that company has become specialists in enhanced oil recovery using carbon dioxide. Now others want to use it and gather their own data. Monea expects that by the end of November, some of the CO2 will be entering the nearby Aquistore, the 3.4 km caverns where the gas can be stored before being called up for oil recovery processes. Right now, Cenovus is using it all, but will eventually just need to blend a few thousand tonnes a week into their existing system. “You’ll see a bunch of scientists running around there from now on. I just got back from a global greenhouse gas and energy conference in Austin, Texas and I’ll tell you, Saskatchewan was the belle of the ball there. BD3 was showcased and by God we were honoured to be there with 1,200 people scrambling around
for four days wanting to know more. Saskatchewan was certainly being talked about down there and that included people from Australia, France, Norway, Germany. They’re talking about Estevan. They don’t always know where it is, but they want to get to that staging site at BD3.” Monea said they also want to know how the local population is receiving the whole project and the social and environmental implications. “They want to know how we handle carbon capture equipment and pipelines and whether we prefer this to 8,000 windmills. Saskatchewan has opened doors and right now it all feels a little surreal for me
Mike Monea because we’ve all been working years with this miracle plant and then they finally pulled it off. So when I had the chance to head to Austin to talk about Saskatchewan I was proud to talk about Saskatchewan.” Monea said finishing the Shand project and maybe getting involved in an education component would be an exciting climax
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to his career with its international scope. “Maybe they need someone crazy in there to make it happen,” he said with a laugh. “Simulators, trainers in the plant to educate operators, there are all kinds of ideas. There are 12 countries right now who want to showcase Boundary Dam and politicians are beginning to realize what’s happening and how important it is.” Monea added a recent trip to Washington gave him an opportunity to open a few doors there, too. He said they, of course, rely on public opinion so they want to know what’s new on the environmental front, not just in the U.S. but around
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lion followed by the Lloydminster region at $3 million and Swift Current with a modest $115,000. The highest price paid for a single parcel was $3.5 million by Plunkett Resources Ltd. for acquiring a 1,554-hectare exploration licence south of Moosomin in the southeast. The highest price on a per-hectare basis was $27,367 when Petroland Services (1986) Ltd. bid just under $21,000
for three-quarters of a hectare for a lease southeast of Estevan. There were 29 leases and two exploration licences up for bids located between Carnduff in the south end and Moosomin to the north along the Manitoba border which fetched $10.4 million. This is an area where prospective targets include Jurassic, Mississippian and Devonian light oil plays. “Industry has been developing the Bakken-Three
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Countering misconceptions with humour By Alex Coop acoop@estevanmercury.ca
Comedian Haris Khan recalls a moment in recent years when a stranger he met after a show described him as “kind” and “cool,” unlike those “other people.” In an interview with The Mercury, Khan laughed and said his response to that was “Hold on, what do you mean ‘other people’, and those ‘other people’ can be polite, too!” Khan, who will be performing at Baba’s Bistro in Estevan on Oct. 25, has found himself in these potentially awkward scenarios several times but always keeps his cool and uses it as a brief moment to educate. “I’m lucky enough where I’m in a position to approach some people as an ambassador of sorts and talk about these misconceptions about Pakistani people,” the Pakistani-born comedian said. Flashes of his talent for comedy had emerged during his childhood in the Middle East, where he quickly assumed the title of class clown. “I was always making my class laugh and then ending up in the principal’s office,” he said. He spent little time in Pakistan however and relocated to Dubai and Oman where the cultural environ-
ment, he said, was diverse. He spent many years there until his teenage years, which is when he and his family moved to Canada. He noted the transition to Regina was seamless. “When I moved to Canada as a teenager, I wasn’t culturally shocked,” Khan admitted, adding going from 40 degrees to the occasional minus 40 was one of the few adjustments that took some time. “That was a huge difference,” he chuckled. “I had no problem integrating into society, I had no trouble talking English, I would say I was a bit shy at first,” he said. One of his first jobs was at Canadian Tire, an occupation he claimed assisted him in hurdling his shyness. “Interacting with customers made me a lot more confident,” Khan explained. “It actually really changed my life, made me become more bold.” Khan was a huge fan of recently deceased actor and comedian Robin Williams, whose bubbly onstage presence, combined with encouragement from friends in university pushed Khan to enter the comedy scene. Khan made his successful debut on the comedy stage in 2010. “I absolutely killed it, I did so good and every-
Haris Khan will hit the comedy stage at the Baba Bistro in Estevan on Oct. 25. one was so impressed,” he recalled He admits however, that comedy is an extremely difficult job, accentuated by the fact that his second show didn’t deliver the results he had hoped for. “I bombed that one,” he laughed. “I think it might have been because I was overconfident after my first
show.” Khan has since steamrolled his way to success, performing across Western Canada and the Middle East. He is among the handful of non-Aboriginal comedians who had performed on Indian reserves and at First Nations community events in Saskatchewan and Manitoba.
“It’s been a blessing as a comic getting gigs in multicultural settings,” he said. Much like Canadian comic Russell Peters, another one of Khan’s influences, the Regina-based comedian often addresses cultural stereotypes during his performances and provides a plethora of ethnicity jokes.
“Sometimes it’s educational, other times I’ll poke fun at certain differences,” he said. Peters gave Khan some advice when they met in Regina earlier this September. “Don’t do a show for the money,” Khan recited. “As long as I can get my expenses covered I’ll do the show.” He noted the passion for doing comedy has to be there as well, and in Khan’s case, the passion is highly visible. He has his own fundraising comedy series called Haris Khan’s Stand-Up for Charity. Every few months he rounds up some of the province’s best comedians, dancers and DJs for a night of fun entertainment. To date, it has raised over $10,000. Over the years, a new passion of his has also engulfed a lot of his time. “I represent three nations. The first is Pakistan, the second is Canada and the third is Rider Nation,” he said. His advice to newcomers was straightforward. “Be respectful to the culture here in Canada and please be polite” he said. “If you don’t like it, just keep your comments to yourself. Try and learn the traditions here though. You might discover that you’ll enjoy them a lot.”
RID calls in the city working says police service A man who was assaulted in his apartment while he was sleeping was the subject of an Estevan Police Service investigation on Oct. 8, according to information released by the EPS this past week. A number of alcoholrelated incidents on Oct. 10, kept the EPS night shift platoon busy. At the end of this shift, they extended a note of thanks to the general public for their assistance in reporting potential impaired drivers through the RID program (report impaired drivers). They noted that one of those calls resulted in the arrest of a British Columbia man who was operating a vehicle while
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impaired and another call led to a suspect whose vehicle they were able to locate. In this case, the vehicle was unoccupied. Just before midnight on this particular shift, EPS members attempted to initiate a traffic stop of a vehicle in the central business district. When the driver refused to stop, he drove the vehicle out to Highway 39 east where he left the road and became stuck in the mud. Police learned the vehicle had been stolen in Red Deer, Alta., and a 28-year-old man was arrested for failing to stop for police, dangerous driving and being in possession of stolen prop-
erty. The incident remains under investigation and the subject remained in custody pending a court appearance. Two disturbance calls were fielded from local lounges. The complaints involved men involved in fights. Police attended both scenes and separated the combatants who were sent in different directions without further policing action required. On the night of Oct. 11, EPS members received a request for assistance in convincing an ill individual that he or she should admit themself to hospital for treatment, which was done. EPS members then
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warned the homeowner about the city’s noise bylaw. No further complaints were received. To c o m p l e t e t h e i r shift, EPS members responded to several false security and fire alarm alerts. On Oct. 13, Estevan police were asked to look into a matter of a stolen
vehicle licence plate from the south side of the city. The incident had taken place sometime during the night of Oct. 12. Police also received a call from a concerned family regarding the well being of a person residing in Estevan so they conducted a welfare check to put the family’s concerns at ease.
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Crop quality issues continue Unfavourable weather conditions this past week have stalled harvest operations for many producers in the province, according to Saskatchewan Agriculture’s Weekly Crop Report. Seventy-two per cent of the crop is now combined, up slightly from 68 per cent last week. Nineteen per cent is swathed or ready to straight-cut. The five-year (2009-2013) average for this time of year is 84 per cent combined and 11 per cent swathed or ready to straight-cut. The northwestern region is the furthest advanced with 83 per cent of the crop combined. Eighty-one per cent is combined in the southwestern region; 80 per cent in the northeastern region; 76 per cent in the west-central region; 67 in the southeastern region; and 57 per cent in the eastcentral region. Much of the province received rain this past week ranging from trace amounts to well over an inch. Across
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Bruins take three points against Wings Every coach and every player knew how important the two games were. Two losses against the last-place Weyburn Red Wings, and the CanElson Drilling Estevan Bruins would fall to 2-7 on the season and dig a hole almost impossible to get out of. It would also be a huge hit to their psyche after being hammered 6-1 by the Melfort Mustangs on Oct. 7. Two wins, and they would find new hope, clawing back almost to the .500 mark. Well, two wins would have been ideal, but the Bruins will settle for three of four points. The Bruins (3-5-1) earned a 3-1 victory at Affinity Place on Friday, then fell 4-3 in a shootout in Weyburn the next night. “ We k e p t b a t t l i n g back and that’s a positive I take out of it. The guys never gave up,” Bruins head coach Chris Lewgood said of Saturday’s loss, in which his club came back from three onegoal deficits. “There were a lot of banged up bodies on our bench tonight and the one thing folks wouldn’t know is how much adversity we faced that way. You don’t settle for losses often, and we had more to give, but overall we’re pretty happy with the effort tonight. We’ll take it, and we don’t have a choice. We talked beforehand, not with the players but as a staff, and said we need a minimum of three out of this weekend. We got it, but it would have been nice to get that fourth one.” Weyburn’s Brendan McKay opened the scoring less than five minutes in, wristing the puck past Bruins starter Tyler Gutenberg from the high slot on a power play. An unlikely scorer emerged midway through the period, as defenceman Brandon Schaber, playing up front due to injuries, tied it up from the bottom of the right faceoff circle. The Red Wings got a shorthanded goal to regain the lead halfway through the second period. Jon Brumwell pounced on a David Robertson turnover at the blue line, then fired high from the high slot to beat Gutenberg. Just 90 seconds later, recent acquisition Charlie
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Bruins winger R.T. Rice and Red Wings captain Josh Lees watch the puck skitter away during a 3-1 Bruins win on Friday night at Affinity Place. Manley scored his first SJHL goal, converting on a centring pass from Kurt Sonne. Manley is an 18-yearold defenceman from Orchard Park, N.Y., who the club recently signed. He played with the North American Hockey League’s Austin Bruins last season and was a late cut from the USHL this year. He also has a scholarship to RPI. The big rearguard played in his first SJHL game on Friday. “I thought he was great. I love his aggressive gap control and his skating. He’s so confident with his skating. He broke up several plays in the neutral zone that we may not have had broken up otherwise. I really like him. He’s going to get caught once in a while, but I think in the end when you evaluate that, it’s a lot more positive than negative. He was pretty much exactly what we expected him to be,” Lewgood said of Manley. “ M a n l e y ’s a l i t t l e flashy looking with the way he skates and carries the puck and that. He’s very attentive to the little details in puck handling
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while, the Bruins had a rare good start to the game and that fuelled them for the rest of the night. Lewgood said the team has struggled to put a full effort together this year and that playing a full 60 minutes was critical on Friday. “I think it’s very important. It’s important every night and generally speaking, the team that strings together the most consistent effort comes out on top in this league, because there’s so much parity. It was huge. It was good to see the guys come out with that. And you know with Weyburn, they’re so well coached and such a hard-working team that they’re going to push you to the limit, and it was important to get that 60 minutes tonight.” On scoring two goals in the first 10 minutes, Lewgood said it was important mentally. “I think you can’t have a full 60 without the first 10. But also, for the psyche of the guys, I think with the young group we have here, we’ve had a couple of slow starts that really took a toll on our guys’ mentality, → B2 Allison
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Bruins left winger Darcy DeRoose carries the puck over the blue line as Weyburn defenceman Curtis Piecowye tries to knock it off his stick. tonight.” Allison said the win was crucial for the team’s confidence. “It was huge. Huge game. Full team effort. Way, way better start. That’s what we needed. If we score the first goal, we have a better mindset for the whole game,” he commented. “The forecheck was huge, turning over pucks was huge. We need to keep that going for the rest of the year.” Rice suffered a minor injury in the game, but before that, in his first game of the year at forward, he caught Lewgood’s attention. “He was definitely an impact. I like Rice as a dman, but he’s also a real good forward, and I thought tonight he made an impact in most of the shifts he was on the ice. When he was out there, I thought he made a
difference.” Several players were suiting up with injuries on Saturday, and a few others missed the game. Asked for an injury update, Lewgood joked, “We can’t do them all. We don’t have enough time. Rice, Keaton Longpre and Brad Arabia missed Saturday’s game and are all day-to-day. Lewgood said the guys who played hurt that night should be OK for tonight’s game against the Flin Flon Bombers. Recent trade acquisition Taylor Ross is still a couple of weeks away from playing. Tonight’s game goes at 7:30 p.m. at Affinity Place. The Bruins will be on the road this weekend, visiting the Humboldt Broncos on Friday, the Battlefords North Stars on Saturday and the Kindersley Klippers on Sunday.
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TS&M Bruins have strong weekend The Estevan TS&M Bruins have a very tough schedule to begin the season, and so far they are meeting the challenge. Faced with a daunting three-game northern road trip on the weekend, the bantam AA team won two of them, and lost the other by a goal. They hammered the Saskatoon Maniacs 9-3 on Friday, fell 3-2 to the Humboldt Broncos on Saturday and then wrapped up the trip with a 3-2 win over the Saskatoon Bandits Sunday. It was the first of two straight, threegames-in-three-nights road trips for the Bruins. This weekend will see them visit the North East Wolfpack, Saskatoon Generals and Sask Valley Vipers. Estevan star Cole Fonstad exploded for five goals and two assists on Friday. “We played really well on Friday night,” said Bruins head coach Tom Copeland. “Cole had a really good night, obviously, with seven points. It was one of those nights where he was getting a lot of time and space. Give him time and space and he’s going to score goals. I don’t think they were prepared for him defensively. The kids overall played well that night.” Fonstad, who could go in the first round of next year’s Western Hockey League draft, does more than just score goals, Copeland said. “He’s a very gifted hockey player. He’s heads up, he can pass the puck, he can shoot the puck. When you give him time and space in front of the net, his wrist shot is so hard and so accurate that he buries it. What makes him effective for us is his ability to be good down low in our own end. He’s very sound defensively. That was something we identified in his game last year and he keeps getting better and better. It’s a part of his game that’s very sound. He kills penalties very well. There’s not a lot he doesn’t do well. This weekend, he added a
physical element to his game too.” The Bruins did the bulk of their scoring in the first period on Friday, potting five goals, including four from Fonstad. The second-year bantam opened the scoring just 1:22 into the game. The Maniacs tied it up six minutes later on a goal by Triton Fele. Fonstad then completed the hat trick with goals separated by 100 seconds midway through the period. Ryder Pierson made it 4-1 at the 11:28 mark, and Fonstad scored again two minutes later on a power play. Pierson also had an excellent weekend for Estevan, including a hat trick on Sunday. “Ryder had eight points on the weekend. His game is coming around. He played a lot more physical. I’m really happy with where he was at this weekend and hopefully he can build on that,” said Copeland. Saskatoon’s second goal came five minutes into the second period courtesy of Mackenzie Walkington. The Bruins would strike twice later in the period, with Kersey Reich scoring on a power play and Terran Holzer adding an even-strength tally to put the club ahead 7-2 after 40 minutes. Matt Allardyce got the Maniacs within four at the 3:57 mark of the third. Goals by Fonstad and Dawson Schaff closed out the scoring for the Bruins. “It’s a total team effort. We moved the puck a lot better and we started to realize that by moving the puck, you create a lot of time and space for yourself,” Copeland said. “Cody (Levesque) played very well in both (of his) games this weekend. Both of our goalies did. Our goalies weren’t being shelled with shots, so it’s difficult to stay in the game. The team moved the puck very well and controlled the blue lines very well. It’s where games are won and lost. On Friday in particular, we were very good at
pushing the puck wide with a lot of speed.” Although the Bruins only lost by a goal on Saturday, Copeland said it should have been a win. “Saturday was a game we should have had and in my opinion, we gave it away. The kids just didn’t play up to their standards. That’s not to say they should blow Humboldt out of the water, but that’s a team I think we should beat in that situation. We looked a little tired, but overall it was a foggy game for them.” After a scoreless first period, the Bruins got on the board first early in the second on a Pierson goal. The Broncos tied it up just 36 seconds later on a power play goal by Mitchell Girolami. The Bruins grabbed the lead again on a Colton Schell goal late in the period, but Humboldt answered quickly again, this time on a Brett Simpson goal 32 seconds later. The home side scored the eventual winner on a power play four minutes into the third period, on Girolami’s second of the game. Sunday’s game was a strong bounceback effort for Estevan. “We were absolutely incredibly awesome. Their goalie (Jordan Frey) was incredible. That game could have gotten out of control real, real fast. I would say we had 120 shots this weekend (between the three games).” The shots on Sunday were 44-16 for the Bruins. The Bandits actually led after the first and second periods. Carter Rain opened the scoring for them early in the first period and that lead held after 20 minutes. The Bruins tied it on Pierson’s first of the game only 30 seconds into the middle frame. However, the Bandits retook the lead
just 31 seconds later on a Cole Nagy goal. Trailing 2-1 after the second, the Bruins struck twice in the third period to earn the win. Pierson scored on a power play at 4:12, then tallied the winner at 12:39. “We’re certainly a lot better around the blue lines than we were last year. It’s not something we really need to work on. That was a real Achilles heel for our team last year. It was a very talented team, no doubt, but that hurt us. We won a lot of hockey games last year, but we could have won a lot more,” said Copeland. “These kids just have it instinctively to do it, but the next step for them is to learn how to score. If we were getting any secondary scoring right now, we’d be 5-0. It’s not for a lack of trying. The second line was all around the net and they’re kinda snakebitten. We’re continuing with the message that if you stick with it, good things will happen.” The coach added the team’s group of rearguards has been impressive, especially with Carson Benning being out after separating his shoulder in the preseason. “We’ve been very happy with our defensive team. These five kids are stepping it up and getting it done.” He noted rookies Kersey Reich and Tristan Seeman have been getting better with each game, and Kade McMillen has also played well. He said newcomer Trey Stocker has been very impressive. “Trey Stocker is a beast. We’ve been promoting him to the (SJHL) Bruins to check him out. He’s big, he’s mean, he’s tough. He likes to play and he brings an element of the game our kids aren’t really accustomed to. “I’d say we’re probably ahead of where I thought we’d be as far as wins and losses. These kids really get along. They really are a good team that way, and that goes a long way toward building a winning team.”
Apex Bruins play Province proclaims to draw with Vics School Sport Week Each team scored one goal and earned one point in a low-scoring affair at Affinity Place on Sunday. The Estevan Apex Bruins and the Regina Vics played to a 1-1 draw. The midget AA Bruins (0-2-1) remain winless early in the South Saskatchewan Minor Hockey League regular season. The only two goals in Sunday’s game came late in the second period. The Bruins took the lead with less than five minutes to play in the frame on a goal by Kale Martens, with Brady Long drawing the assist. The Vics answered just two minutes
later, however, with Hunter McDonald scoring and the assists going to Isaac Sandomirsky and Noah Kozack. The Bruins are back in action tonight, visiting the Weyburn Wings. They have two home games this weekend, as they play the Regina Capitals on Saturday at 8 p.m. and the Prairie Storm on Sunday at 5:15 p.m. Both games are at Affinity Place. Through three games, Long, Martens, Erik McKersie and Peyton Stevenson are tied for the club scoring lead with two points. Long, Martens and McKersie each have a goal and an assist, while Stevenson has two helpers.
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provincial golf championships hosted in Nipawin and Radville, along with the provincial cross-country championship hosted by Kamsack Comprehensive Institute, were “wonderful celebrations of high school sport,” according to a SHSAA press release. The regional soccer championships will kick off Friday, while football and volleyball teams continue their league and tournament schedules leading to their championships in November. Schools are encouraged to set aside time during the week to acknowledge the coaches, officials, student-athletes and sup-
porters who contribute to the success of high school sport in their community. An important aspect is to recognize that high school sport is an extension of the classroom and provides an opportunity for developing citizenship skills, and contributes to the education of leadership, teamwork, healthy lifestyles, motor skills, sportsmanship, ethics and integrity. National High School Activities Week was initiated in 1980 by the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) as a means to promote the value of interscholastic activities.
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Elecs receiver Mitchel Clark carries the ball downfield, while getting blocking from teammates Kolby Dyck (24) and Kyle Harron (34) during a recent game. (File photo)
Victory over Vanier crucial for Elecs The Estevan Comprehensive School Elecs now have a better idea of what is on the line when they host the Vanier Vikings on Tuesday. In the final Moose Jaw High School Football League regular season game for both clubs, there will be serious playoff implications. The Vikings, who had
previously been winless, gave themselves a major shot in the arm on Thursday with a 35-28 victory over the Central Cyclones. However, the Elecs (05) would still finish in sixth place, ahead of the Vikings, if they win on Tuesday. That’s because by beating Vanier, they would hold the tiebreaker. A win on Tuesday
would very likely see the Elecs face the Swift Current Colts. The Colts (4-1) edged the Elecs 49-43 when they met on Oct. 4. There is still a chance the Central Cyclones could sneak into third place, which would make them the Elecs’ quarterfinal opponent, but they would have to beat the powerhouse Yorkton Raiders in their final
game to do so. The loser of the Estevan-Vanier game will have to face Yorkton (4-1) in the quarterfinals. They are locked into second place. They could still tie the first-place A.E. Peacock Tornadoes, but Peacock would have the tiebreaker; meanwhile, Yorkton has the tiebreaker over Swift Current after beating them
41-19 on Thursday. The picture is still a bit confusing, but it boils down to this: a win on Tuesday, and the Elecs most likely face Swift Current, with a slim chance of playing Central. A loss means they face a much tougher opponent in Yorkton. One advantage Estevan will have is that they had a bye last week and will be
playing their first game in 10 days, while Vanier will have had only five days between games. The only other game on Thursday saw Peacock beat Weyburn 43-21. Other action on Tuesday has Swift Current playing Peacock and Central playing Yorkton. Quarterfinal games will take place on Saturday.
Peewee AA Bruins surrender first two games of regular season to Terriers
Westmoreland Bruins forward Josh Romanyk carries the puck behind the Yorkton net while being hounded by a Terriers defender during an 8-2 loss on Saturday at Affinity Place.
The Estevan Westmoreland Bruins were faced with a stiff challenge to begin the South Saskatchewan Minor Hockey League regular season, and the results were not surprising. The peewee AA team hosted the perennial powerhouse Yorkton Terriers for a two-game set, and lost both games at Affinity Place. Yorkton won 8-2 on Saturday, followed by a 7-3 victory on Sunday. On Sunday, the Bruins struck first on a goal by Alex Von Sprecken, but the Terriers answered later in the first period on a Josh Herman goal. The Bruins grabbed the lead two more times in the second period, on goals by Josh Romanyk and Joey Meredith, but the Terriers replied each time, courtesy of Tony Roebuck and Josh Haczkewicz. From there, Yorkton scored four unanswered goals, with Tanner Hoffman striking twice and Herman and Mitchel Madsen also finding the back of the net.
On Saturday, the Terriers took a 2-1 lead after the first period on goals by Hoffman and Herman. Turner McMillen scored for the Bruins. Hoffman, Ryder Korczak and Rhys Maksimow scored in the second period to put the Terriers ahead 5-1. In the third, Yorkton got goals from Roebuck, Hoffman and Haczkewicz, while Romanyk scored Estevan’s second goal. The Bruins will have to wait two weeks for their next regular season action, as they visit the Swift Current Broncos for two games Oct. 25-26. Darryl Davis is coaching the peewees this season. Other team members include Layne Gilroy, Koby Kmita, Carey Levesque, Cale Adams, Ben Wagstaff, Riley Nivens, Tayce Miller, Cody Davis, Kaiden Tuchscherer, Max Wanner and Reid Waldegger. In other peewee AA action on the weekend, the Broncos and Moose Jaw Warriors played to a 6-6 tie in Moose Jaw.
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Bruins show encouraging signs In taking three of four points in a weekend home-and-home series against the Weyburn Red Wings, the Estevan Bruins did some things that suggest they may be ready to turn things around after a slow start to the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League season. Most of the things that have plagued them since the start of the season — poor starts, an inability to play a full game, a lack of scoring, struggling to come back in games — seemed to come together on the weekend. The first period has been the bane of the Bruins’ existence early on this year. They have generally been outplayed, outscored and sometimes had the wind taken out of their sails in the first 20 minutes. On Friday, they scored twice in the first 10 minutes and outshot the Wings 16-8 in the first period. The next night, although they were outshot in the opening frame, the score was tied after 20. In many of their games this year, the Bruins have played one or two good periods, but haven’t put in a consistent effort for 60 minutes, and that has often been because of the first period.
In both games against Weyburn, the Bruins played well from the opening puck drop to the final buzzer. This was particularly important on Saturday, as Weyburn went ahead by a goal three times, and each time the Bruins tied it up, eventually forcing overtime and a shootout. Playing a 60-minute game is the oldest cliché in the book, but it’s spoken about so often for a reason. It’s important. Scoring has been a real problem for the Bruins so far, as some of their go-to forwards have struggled to put the puck in the net and sparkplug Keegan Allison had missed all but one game heading into the weekend. Even after scoring six goals in the two games against the Wings, the Bruins are tied for second-last in the SJHL in goals. Scoring from the back end hasn’t been a problem, as their defencemen have accounted for one-third of their 18 goals. On Friday, Allison was the best player on the ice in his return, as his line with Darcy DeRoose and Lynnden Pastachak scored all three Estevan goals.
New defenceman Charlie Manley was strong in both games, Hear Me his first two in the SJHL after being signed early Out in the week. He’s big, he has offensive ability and he looks like he’ll be an impact player on this roster. Rookie backup goaltender Tyler Gutenberg played both games against Weyburn and continued to play well in his second and third starts of the season. He has played as well as starter Brett Lewchuk so far, if not better, and the Bruins know they have a capable backup who can fill in when needed. One thing the Bruins still need to work on is their penalty kill, which sits in last place in the SJHL at a measly rating of 70 per cent. The club has allowed nine goals on 30 opportunities. The team’s penalty kill was solid on Friday, allowing only one power play goal on five chances, but the Wings scored on their only man advantage on Saturday. Every successful team needs a good penalty kill and that needs to be a priority for the Bruins. Their power play, meanwhile, is in
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better shape. It doesn’t look like much on paper, ranking sixth in the league with a 16.7 per cent success rating, on six goals from 36 shots. However, a lot of their power plays have seen the club spend most of the two minutes in the offensive zone, moving the puck around and getting shots on net. Much like at even strength, it’s their finish that needs to improve, not the power play itself. However, it’s going to be an uphill battle for the Bruins over the next little while, as they play Flin Flon (4-1-2-1), Humboldt (2-5-1), Battlefords (5-2-2), Kindersley (5-1-0-1), Notre Dame (7-0) and Melville (5-4-0-1) over their next six games. Here’s the kicker: five of those games are in six nights, all on the road. Needless to say, their schedule to start the year has not been the easiest, aside from the three games against Weyburn (2-7). A reasonable goal would be to post a .500 record over the next six games. Contact Josh Lewis at 306-634-2654 or sports@estevanmercury.ca, or tweet him at @joshlewis306. Can we just reiterate that Don Cherry is a dinosaur?
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on a professional tryout at the end of last season. He scored one goal and two assists. Harris, who is listed at 6-foot-1 and 185 pounds, had told the Mercury his goal was to land an NHL contract this summer after attending the San Jose Sharks’ development camp last summer and the Washington Capitals’ camp the year before. With the Everblades, Harris joins former Bruins teammate Kyle Stroh, who signed with Florida after posting 21 points last year with the Rapid City Rush of the Central Hockey League. Harris played in preseason games against the Orlando Solar Bears on Friday and Saturday.
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St. Joseph’s Special Care Home happenings St. Joseph’s Special Care Home residents capped off the summer with many happy events that kept some of us quite busy. Although we felt the warm days would never come, we finally kicked off the season with a barbecue lunch July 30. Residents, guests and volunteers were treated to a hot dog with corn-on-cob, salads and blueberry delight dessert, all donated by staff member Maria Stener, who also donated her time that day to ensure it all went smoothly. Resident Frank Johner sat in the shade proudly looking on as his son-inlaw Dave Kjersem provided the luncheon crowed with some country and western songs. Our bountiful garden produced healthy tomatoes and cucumbers this year. We munched on these and fresh corn donated by our friend Shauna Gooding, at another barbecue in August. Volunteer Paul Deren cooked for us that day. Thank you Paul. We love our visitors. Resident Ken Johnson reported his cousin and family were in to visit him. Melisa and Trevor Hall from Regina were looking for a puppy at a local breeder for their daughter Jessica on Aug. 17 when they popped in to say hello to him.
On Aug. 23, we cheered Ken on as he achieved top fundraiser status in Estevan inaugural Muscular Dystrophy Walk around Royal Heights Park. Rain did not discourage his “banner” performance. Great job Ken. While the weather at times conspired to keep us from outdoor plans, we still managed to hold our barbecues and venture out to the farmers’ market, the art gallery, rodeo parade, Dairy Queen, Homestead Restaurant and Houston Pizza. We continued to rely on the competent drivers, Ian Fernandez, Art Beselt and Garry Hoffart behind the wheel of the SMILE Services’ vans which help shuttle us to our outside destinations. Whether it is a meal with family and friends or a medical appointment, we can count on these professionals to take the utmost care to ensure we arrive safely. Thanks, guys. One of our events we are still talking about today was our party held on Aug. 29. The stage was set with staff and volunteers dressed in poodle skirts, ponytails, ankle socks, oxford shoes, white Tshirts and rolled cuff blue jeans. Surrounded by song albums, records and balloons decorating our walls and cathedral ceiling, ice cream sundaes topped
with sprinkles, cherries or chocolate drizzle, we sang and danced to the music of the ‘50s. Can you top a live band? Del Koch and Dave Kjersem provided the tunes. What a blast from the past! Al Devitt displayed his manoeuvres with his new motorized chair through the limbo exercise while recreation staffers, Risa Molnar and Jennifer Lalonde challenged people in the hula hoop contest. Laura Lafrentz surprised some as she cut the rug, dancing to Dorothy Folkert’s requests for the Tic Toc and Just Because polkas. Family visitors that day were thoroughly engaged in our fun too. Ken and Arlene Anderson hit the dance floor and showed us the jitterbug. Frank Johner had guests from Fort MacLeod, Alta., Joe and Jan Tarnes and did anyone see the huge smile on Myrtle Oneszuk’s face when her grandson Kody Naka from Calgary and his friend Lacie Nielsen walked in and joined us for a sundae? A huge thank you goes out to our recreation staff for putting this together. Friends, family and volunteers can always keep up-to-date with the planned functions for us by stopping at the front nurses’ station and asking for the calendar. We are grateful too, for our weekly devotions
and spiritual time provided by many of our churches in the community. Thanks to St. Giles Anglican, Church of God, Trinity Lutheran, St. Paul’s United and St. Peter’s Lutheran. We also appreciate the convenience of the weekly Catholic mass in the hospital chapel with Father Brian. Many volunteers will pop in to escort some of us who want to attend. We extend an invitation to our friends to join us, if they so desire. Vo l u n t e e r s a d d s o much to the quality of life for us. Volunteers can assist in many areas of our home — bingo, baking, singing, reading, gardening, dining, chapel services and more. If you know of someone who is compassionate and willing to assist others who cannot help themselves and have an extra hour or day, or maybe a student, we welcome you at St. Joseph’s. There is orientation and training for all volunteers. If interested, contact Marian Huber at 306-637-2451. Entertainers who so selflessly gave of their own summer hours for us from July through September included the Torquay Grannies, Malcolm Herman with Doreen Sanderson, Dwight Thompson, Freddie and the Freebies, Susan Moser, Lois Sutcliffe and Ellie Mae Foster. We appreciate your time
and talents. Our days are much brighter with you in them. We recognize how lucky we are to be recipients of your generosity to help us celebrate birthdays or just filling in an otherwise empty afternoon or evening with music. We see the leaves turn gold and crimson so we ready ourselves for another season. The colourful foliage, pumpkin pie, football, fowl suppers and Halloween are some of the reasons we love fall. We are inspired by the kind and gentle care we receive. We are fortunate to welcome newcomers to our professional care giving teams, we welcome your smiles and care. We also say best wishes to Anne Olver and Darnell Olsen who took the step from their career to retirement. We have penciled in the United Way Telethon on our calendars. In addition to the many hours of entertainment we will witness Oct. 17 and 18, the generous donations from this agency provide us with a few added goodies; books with large print, wooden card holders, puzzles with bright
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Canadians shopping in U.S. continue to increase Cross-border shopping by Canadians in the United States rose between 2006 and 2012, but even with those increases, purchases from the United States were between 1 per cent and 2 per cent of total Canadian retail sales, according to new information released by Statistics Canada. Cross-border shopping by Canadians in the United States was an estimated $4.7 billion in 2006, according to the study. Since then, annual increases, with the exception of a decline in 2009, have taken the total to $8.0 billion in 2012, 72 per cent higher than in 2006. Overall retail trade sales in Canada also increased every year from 2006 to 2012 except in 2009, when there was a 2.9 per cent decline. Even with that one-year drop, annual sales rose from $389 billion in 2006 to $468 billion in 2012. Comparing the two figures, cross-border shopping by Canadians in the United States accounted for 1.7 per cent of total Canadian retail sales in 2012. The study examines three spending scenarios, low, medium—the one cited above—and high expenditures. In these scenarios, the annual total for cross-border shopping ranged from $5.9 billion to $10.8 billion in
2012, or between 1.3 per cent and 2.3 per cent of total retail sales. About three quarters of Canadians live within 160 kilometres of the CanadaU.S. border. Therefore, many consumers use their relatively easy access to the United States as a shopping option. This is especially true for those living right along the border when it comes to shopping for goods that are
most 56 million visits to the United States, up 38 per cent from 2006. Every category except motor vehicle imports has also seen significant growth in its share of cross-border shopping. The annual amount brought back to Canada from same-day trips grew from $370 million in 2006 to $844 million in 2012. At the same time, the annual total from overnight trips doubled from
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Popular Operation Christmas Child campaign is underway Some might consider it a bit early, but it’s never too soon to help a youngster in need. Wi t h t h a t t h o u g h t in mind, the Samaritan’s Purse managed Operation Christmas Child shoebox campaign is underway for 2014. The Alliance Church on King Street in Estevan has once again agreed to be the central gathering point for this year’s shoebox contributions. Estevan and area residents and organizations have been a part of the program almost from its inception in 1993. The idea is to fill and deliver shoe boxes filled with small gifts to children around the world who are suffering from war, famine,
disease, poverty or some natural disaster. This year, the need is great and the outreach of the program is extensive. Shoeboxes filled with gifts for youngsters will be heading to such places as Sierra Leone where the deadly Ebola crisis continues, and will probably still be around for several months yet. Children in Uruguay, El Salvador, Guatamala, Guinea Bissau, Guinea, and Equatorial Guinea, Venezuela, Nicarauga, Chile (Easter Island), Haiti and Senegal will be receiving packages from Canadians and more specifically Estevan residents, this year. Last year this community alone sent 1,411 shoeboxes under the OCC
program to children in need, and it is believed that number can be exceeded this year. It’s a local opportunity to spread some joy, compassion and faith to kids around the world. Those filling the shoe boxes will have to keep a few simple suggestions in mind. The first is to provide a modest $7 donation with the gift box to help cover the transportation and delivery costs. Secondly, determine the age group and gender of the child you have in mind and fill the box accordingly. The suggestion is that you can fill a box for children aged two to four, five-to-nine or 10 to 14. Labels to indicate the age appropriate boxes are
available on the brochures and can be accessed from www.samaritanpurse.ca Ensure the box you are filling is a shoe box or shoe box sized, since it is imperative that the size remains consistent so that shipping can be carried out efficiently. Third, drop the box or boxes off at the Alliance Church, 140 King Street Tuesday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. or on the evenings of Nov. 18,19, 20 and 21 from 4 to 8 p.m. The absolute last deadline is Nov. 22 at 4 p.m. The co-ordinator for this year’s OCC is Jillian Ursu. Some helpful hints that are included in the brochure include gift ideas and suggestions such as
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Vet techs Community Living Month recognized celebrates volunteers Last week, Agriculture Minister Lyle Stewart recognized the contributions of Saskatchewan’s veterinary technicians and technologists by proclaiming October 12-18 as Veterinary Technician Week in the province. “Veterinary technologists play an important role in animal health and welfare by enhancing the quality of animal care in Saskatchewan,” Stewart said. “Veterinary Technician Week is an opportunity to recognize the hard work and dedication of these individuals who show a true passion for animal health.” There are more than 400 registered Veterinary Technologists in Saskatchewan who do important work every day promoting progressive and humane medical care for all animals. “This week is intended to remind people of the high ethical standards of Veterinary Technologists and the pride they take in their work and professional advancement,” Saskatchewan Association of Veterinary Technologists President-Elect Jan Erickson said. The proclamation of Veterinary Technician Week in Saskatchewan coincides with National Veterinary Technician Week observed across Canada. In Saskatchewan, the week is sponsored by the Saskatchewan Association of Veterinary T echnologists, which has been serving veterinary technicians and technologists in the province since 1984.
The Government of Saskatchewan has proclaimed October as Community Living Month. This celebration is in recognition of the efforts of the staff and volunteers of the Saskatchewan Association for Community Living (SACL) in supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities. “What was once a grassroots organization, based in Saskatoon, has grown into an organization that is widespread across many communities in our province,” Social Services Minister Donna Harpauer said. “Our government commends SACL for the work they do advocating
for people with intellectual disabilities to be valued and included in their communities.” “The SACL thanks the Government of Saskatchewan for proclaiming October Community Living Month,” SACL President Gloria Mahussier said. “Community Living Month is about celebrating inclusion and inviting individuals into our community. For individuals with intellectual disabilities and their families, the SACL provides support, facilitates employment, guides transition planning, connects families and empowers youth.” Community inclusion
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SGI consulting public on driver demerit and discount program SGI is asking for public feedback on the Safe Driver Recognition (SDR) program. The public can share their views at www. sgi.sk.ca Under the SDR program, if you have a good driving record, you will be in the safety zone on SGI’s safety rating scale and earn a discount on your basic vehicle insurance. If you have at-fault crashes or driving infractions on your record, you may find yourself in the penalty zone where you are assessed demerit points and financial penalties for each chargeable incident you are involved in. “We value customers’ opinions and it’s important to get their input before updating the program,” said Andrew Cartmell, President and CEO of SGI. “SDR affects all drivers – they all get rated on the scale based on their driving history. So it’s important that we know if the program is still meeting their
needs and whether they think any changes should be made.“ SGI is asking customers to consider: • Increasing the financial penalty per demerit point (currently $25/point) – Initial feedback indicates customers want tougher penalties under SDR, but it’s unclear how much tougher of an increase to the financial penalties customers are comfortable with, and what they think of the corresponding impact on rates. • Growing the maximum discount, offset by harsher penalties (currently a maximum 20 per cent discount) – Customers gave feedback indicating they would like a higher maximum discount. In order for SGI to offer this, the cost to provide the higher maximum must be offset by harsher penalties or higher base rates. • I n c r e a s i n g t h e threshold for an at-fault crash to garner demerit
points (currently damage costs of $305 or more) – Customers and stakeholders like the Highway Traffic Board indicated they don’t believe a minor fender bender should make drivers lose the -6 points assigned to at-fault crashes. Currently, any collision where the damage cost is less than $305 doesn’t result in any demerit points for the customer; however, even very minor damage often exceeds that amount. • Assigning demerit points to regular speeding tickets – Currently only more serious speeding offences (e.g., speeding in a school zone, speed too fast for conditions, speeding in excess of 35 km/h over the limit) make drivers lose points under SDR; regular speeding tickets aren’t assigned points. As speeding is one of the most - if not the most - common traffic offences, this would mean more customers would either lose part of their discount or face a financial
penalty. • Platinum zone – Customers that are at +11 or higher on the safety rating scale are considered platinum customers. Their discount remains 20 per cent, but they have a cushion that shields them from the effects of future driving incidents. Currently the top
end of the platinum zone is at +19 so customers can potentially have one at-fault accident and one traffic offence before they start to lose part of their discount. The consultation closes on Oct. 31, 2014. The information gathered will be used to make recommendations by the end of
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Questions surrounding bypass access answered
With construction continuing along the heavy truck bypass north of the city, residents are getting a glimpse of what manoeuvring the 14 kilometre stretch of road will mean. With construction cutting a number of grid roads and blocking access, the Mercury received some inquiries about what sort of access on the grid roads north of Estevan motorists would have when the construction is complete and the bypass is up and running. Calls to the Ministry of highways found there will be eight access points along the bypass. Aside from access points on either end of the bypass on Highway 39 and at
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Sun Country Regional Health Authority is pleased to host two public meetings this fall to discuss health care issues.
Meeting 1 Tuesday, Oct 21 Kenosee Inn, 100 Kenosee Drive, Kenosee Lake, from 7-9 p.m. Meetings 2 Wednesday, Oct 22 Conference Room 1, Tatagwa View ,808 Souris Valley Road, Weyburn. From 7-9 p.m.
Presentations will be made on Palliative Care, Advanced Care Directives, and an update on the Learning Management System. CEO Marga Cugnet will conduct a Wall Walk, with information about the 2014-15 improvement projects. The handout image from the Ministry of Highways and Infostructure identifies each of the crossings that will be accessible across the heavy truck bypass.
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“They’ll be the future leaders of those countries and an education, being able to read and write is huge for those guys,”
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Barry Rae and his daughter Stacey Lang pose during a trip to Tanzania with the child Barry and his wife Pat sponsor.
Family finds value in child sponsorship By Jordan Baker editor@estevanmercury.ca
Barry and Pat Rae have three daughters, and in a way, always wanted a boy. Now they’ve had five. No, they don’t have eight children, but in 1995 the Estevan couple decided they wanted to sponsor kids in developing countries to help them afford an education along with school supplies, good nutrition and
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a hope for their future. In the nearly 20 years that followed, they have sponsored five young boys in Tanzania, Bangladesh and Georgia, a philanthropic experience that has enriched their family and, they hope, the kids they have helped foster. “They’ll be the future leaders of those countries and an education, being able to read and write is huge for those guys,” said Barry. “We were watching a
World Vision show on TV, and we have three girls, so it was something we had wanted to do for quite some time and just never did it,” said Pat. After the show ended, they called the organization and got involved. “ We s a i d b e c a u s e we had the three girls, we wanted to have a little boy because it’s almost like a brother for them. That’s why we’ve always had little boys
who we’ve sponsored.” She said it was an easy process, where they given some sponsorship options based on a few preferences. That’s how they first connected with a child in Tanzania. They have sponsored three different boys in that country since their first started 19 years ago. “World Vision, once they get established in that community, then once that community is self-sufficient
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them is done through the mail. “You get letters and updates on them, and you write letters. We have over the years written them letters,” said Pat, though she noted they don’t get to know each other really well during the term of the sponsorship. “You do find out a lot about them over the years, but do they find out much about you? Each child has four or five sponsors,” she added. Because these kids are funded by a number of people, the information travelling overseas is more of a one-way street. “But by going there and meeting the World Vision people who work there on the ground – who are local people, some of them were born and raised in the same communities where these children are –that gives you a good perspective of what’s actually going on there,” added Barry. “They are native to the country and seeing what they were doing in that particular community, they had a number of different projects.” The Rae family plans on continuing to sponsor kids and make regular trips to volunteer in some of the more impoverished areas of the world, while daughter Stacey, who is now a Lang, plans on sponsoring a child of her own.
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then they move on,” said Pat. They chose to connect with World Vision in part because of its mission and its faith-based structure. Along with sponsoring children through the organization, the family has taken a number of trips to various countries in Africa to volunteer at orphanages or take part in other programming. “I’ve been in Africa, taking my daughters over there one at a time since 2006. We were going there to work at an orphanage,” said Barry. While Barry took his daughters for most of the trips, Pat has attended to the continent once. Last year Barry took his oldest daughter Stacey to Tanzania, and as part of the trip they were able to take a 20-minute flight from where they were stationed to visit the boy they were currently sponsoring, a young boy named Ludovic. His mother gave birth days before the Estevanites arrived, and the boy was given the name Barry. The area where Ludovic lives is rural, where the main industry is agriculture-based and what they grow is primarily bananas. “They’re in a very lush spot there and food is very available,” noted Barry. Communicating with the children they sponsor when they are not visiting
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Rose Wock, formerly of Estevan, passed away at the Weyburn Special Care Home on Monday, September 22, 2014 at the age of 98 years. Rose is survived by her son Jerry (Helen) Wock of Macoun, SK; daughter Mary Ann (Isadore) Miller of Chestermere, AB; grandchildren, Greg of Macoun, Cheryl of Port Coquitlam, B.C., Debbie of Maple Ridge, B.C., Laura of Calgary, AB and Patricia of Calgary; great grandchildren, Anthony, Brittney, Mya and Scarlet, as well as numerous nieces and nephews and
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friends old and new. She was predeceased by her husband Adam Wock; parents, Joseph and Magdalena Loustel; sister Margaret Zimmerman; brothers, Joseph, Frank, Lewis, Rudolph, Phil, Paul, Ralph, George and John Loustel, as well as one sister at birth and one brother of the 1918 influenza pandemic. Prayers were held on Friday, September 26, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Hall Funeral Services, Estevan, with Doug Third officiating. The Funeral Mass was celebrated on Saturday, September 27, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at St. John the Baptist R.C. Church, Estevan, by Rev. Brian Meredith. Interment followed at Souris Valley Memorial Gardens, Estevan. Rose’s family would like to extend a special thanks to Dr. Fong and the wonderful staff of the Weyburn Special Care Home for their loving care. Those wishing to make donations in Rose’s memory may do so directly to the New Estevan Regional Nursing Home, 1201 2nd Street, Estevan, SK, S4A 0M1. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Hall Funeral Services, Estevan. Thank You Rose’s family would like to extend a special thanks to Dr. Fong and the wonderful staff of the Weyburn Special Care Home for their loving care. Many thanks to Doug Third and Fr. Brian Meredith for your meaningful services, the organist and choir for the beautiful music, CWL ladies for the luncheon, and Hall Funeral Services for your guidance. Thanks to everyone for your attendance at mom’s services, and expressions of sympathy in so many forms. Your thoughtfulness is greatly appreciated and will always be remembered! -Jerry & Helen, Mary Ann & Isadore and families
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October is Women’s History Month Women’s History Month, celebrated each year in October, marks the anniversary of the “Persons Case” of 1929, in which Canadian women were formally recognized as “persons” under the law. In Saskatchewan, we are taking the opportunity throughout the month to celebrate the historical gains for women and girls to participate fully in all athletic domains. This year’s provincial theme, “Saskatchewan Women in Sport,” pays tribute to the women who have achieved success in sport throughout the province’s history, and acknowledges their potential to influence and inspire new generations of talented females in sport. “Saskatchewan females in sport have not only demonstrated their ability to perform and succeed in high-level athletic competition, but they have also demonstrated how these skills have contributed to their success beyond sport to serve as business and community leaders, coaches or
directors on recreation boards,” Minister responsible for the Status of Women Donna Harpauer said. “Our government is proud to recognize the legacy of these inspirational women, and to encourage other women and girls to reach for their dreams.” “Like the status of Canadian women, female athletics has come a long way since the turn of the last century,” Parks, Culture and Sport Minister Mark Docherty said. “By celebrating the accomplishments of past and present female athletes, this year’s provincial theme highlights the benefits of athletic participation and the ways it can empower women both on and off the field, court, ice and water.” “Extraordinary women have been, and continue to be, critical to the development of sport in our province,” Sask Sport Inc. Volunteer President Jeff Herback said. “Many Saskatchewan women involved in sport have broken bar-
riers, achieved national and international success, and have become true role models, leaders and builders for our province. Our next generation of female athletes, coaches, officials, administrators, volunteers and builders in sport are continuing this tradition and their amazing achievements, both in and outside of sport, truly exemplifies that sport is more than a game.” Throughout the month of October, in partnership with Sask Sport Inc., the Status of Women Office will spotlight a series of Saskatchewan females in sport on the website at www.socialservices.gov.sk.ca/swo covering the following themes: Female leaders/builders in the sport community; Aboriginal females in sport; Youth females in sport; Females in Para-sports; and 19+ females in sport.
Your Guide to Area Estevan Gospel Chapel
St. Peter’s Lutheran Church
“Equipping God’s people to think biblically, to live godly, and to serve effectively – influencing our world for Christ”
Isabelle & Souris Reverend Randy Kleemola Phone: 306-634-2024 email: st.peters@accesscomm.ca
1202 - 2nd Street Phone: 306-634-3761
Pastor: Josh Permann Sunday:Worship 11:00 a.m. Weekly: Prayer Meeting
www.estevangospelchapel.ca An Associated Gospel Church
St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church Corner 12th Avenue & 2nd Street
Phone: 306-634-2190
Fax: 306-634-6845
Pastor: Father Brian Meredith MASSES: Saturday: 7:00 p.m. Sunday: 9:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
St. Giles
Anglican Church Parish of Estevan 317-12th Avenue
Sunday Worship: 8:00 & 10:00 am September - May Children’s Sunday School: 10:00 am The Rev. Mark Osborne ALL ARE WELCOME! Church Office: 306-634-4113 www.estevananglican.com
Faith Lutheran Church Nicholson Centre, Estevan
LC-C
Sunday Worship
9:30 a.m. - Bible Study 10:30 a.m. - Divine Service with Holy Communion Sunday School A Congregation of LUTHERAN CHURCH - CANADA
REAL LIFE LIFE REAL REALPEOPLE PEOPLE REAL REALGOD GOD
100 Kin g St ree t Est evan , Sa sk (306) 63 4 -81 33 www.livinghope-ca.org
NOW choosefrom from NOW2 2Sunday Sundayservices services to to choose *9:009:00 amam andand 11:00 inbetween between 11:00am* am With With coffee coffee in LIVE RUSSIAN RUSSIAN TRANSLATION LIVE TRANSLATION during the 11:00 am service during the 11:00 am service
ST. PAUL’S UNITED CHURCH
Where We Get Grace, Get God, Get Going!
Corner of 14th Avenue & 3rd Street Phone: 306-634-2885 – Fax: 306-636-2611
SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICE & SUNDAY SCHOOL - 11 AM Coffee Fellowship Before Church
WELCOME!
MINISTER: REV. BRENNA NICKEL Email: stpaulsuc@sasktel.net Website: stpaulsestevan.ca
738 - 2nd Street, Estevan
Pastors: Danny Krauss & Joshua Lowe Phone: 306-634-3773 Cell: 306-471-8130
SUNDAY WORSHIP AND SUNDAY SCHOOL 10:00 a.m. Coffee and fellowship after worship
Come and Worship With Us
ALL ARE WELCOME email: trinity.luth@sasktel.net • www.etlc.ca
Everyone welcome to join our daily prayers, inspirational Bible DVD viewings and lively discussions 2 - 4 pm Monday - Friday Series topics change monthly Call for more information 1033 3rd Street Estevan
306-634-9191
1302 - 8th Street, Estevan
Tim Pippus
Office: 306-634-3116 Sunday Services:
Bible Class - 10:00 a.m. – Worship - 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship - 7 p.m. Wednesday Meeting - 7 p.m.
Free Clothing Outlet
First & Third Thursday of Each Month - 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
THE SALVATION ARMY
ESTEVAN COMMUNITY CHURCH 1107 - 4th Street Phone: 306-634-2074 www.facebook.com/salvationarmyestevan Youth Program Wed. 6:30- 8:00 pm
Pastors: Lieuts. Brian & June Bobolo SUNDAY: 11:00 a.m. Worship Service with Children’s Program
Church of God
Pursuing God Building Relationships Impacting Lives
1920 Wellock Road, Estevan • (306) 634-7955 www.estevancog.com Estevan Church of God 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship with Children’s Ministries & Nursery.
7:30 p.m. Fridays theGROVE Youth Ministries
Please call us or visit our website for more information about other ministries and events.
Trinity Lutheran Church E.L.C.I.C.
Sunday Worship & Sunday School 10:30 a.m.
St. Joseph’s Prayer Centre
CHURCH OF CHRIST
Church Office: 306-634-5684
Pastor Stewart Miller
His Glory Bible Church
(Light of Life Ministries International) Join us in Glorious Praise and Worship With: Pastors Dr. and Mrs. Jimi Akinsete Where: St. Joseph Bookstore 1033 4th Street, Estevan S4A 0W4 (opposite court house) When: 10am on Sundays Experience Healing, Deliverance and Breakthroughs
Sunday Worship 10:30am
Nursery and Children’s Ministries available Sunday School at 9:30am Friday Night Youth 7:30pm (Gr. 7-12) Children’s Clubs - Wednesdays: 7:00-8:00pm
140 King Street (accross from Staples) www.estevanalliancechurch.com /estevanalliance 306 634 2601 Lead Pastor: Rev. Jim Kedge
Pastor: Waylon Klix
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Legal Kohaly, Elash & Ludwig Law Firm LLP
ORLOWSKI LAW OFFICE Barrister & Solicitor
Stephen J. Orlowski, B.Ed., LL.B. 1215 - 5th Street, Estevan
Phone: 306-634-3353
Barristers & Solicitors Paul D. Elash, B.A., LL.B. Aaron Ludwig, B.Sc., LL.B.
Fax: 306-634-7714
orlowski.law@sasktel.net
Branch offices at: Arcola Redvers Carnduff Arcola Agencies Carlsen Bldg. Carnduff Agencies Bldg. Wednesday A.M. Wednesday P.M. Thursday P.M. Phone: 306-455-2277 Phone: 306-452-3377 Phone: 306-482-4077
Border Real Estate Service
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Roni Sue Coulter Sales Representative
www.century21.ca/ronisue.coulter
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ronisue.coulter@century21.ca
Telephone: 306-634-3631 Fax: (306) 634-6901
James F. Trobert
Selling Estevan & Area for 12 years...
Gainsborough: Carnduff: Thursday a.m. Thursday p.m. Phone: 306-685-2250 Phone: 306-482-3731
B.A., LL.B. Barrister & Solicitor
Let my experience work for you
Equipment Rental
Estevan Wicklow Centre 305 1133 4th St. Estevan SK S4A 0W6
FOR RENT
• WHEELED & TRACK SKID STEERS • MINI TRACK HOES • PORTA POTTIES • MINI SKID STEER • FLAT DECK TRAILERS FRESH WATER AVAILABLE FOR FRAC WATER, DRILLING RIG, ETC. • 5500LB TELEHANDLER Water hole location 35-1-8 W2 • DOOSAN LOADER • CAR HAULER TRAILER
Ph: 306-634-2616 Fax: 306-634-9881
Email: trobertlaw@sasktel.net
Financial Planning
Ken Mehler Sales & Rentals 306-421-9576 Estevan, SK – 306-634-9955
Insurance & Investments Services
Randy Franke 306-421-2244
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“In the business of creating , enhancing and insuring client’s net worth” Ron Areshenkoff Mutual Fund Advisor Life Insurance Representative
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1312 - 4th Street, Estevan
TroberT Law Firm
Reynold Bert Certified Financial Planner
Real Estate
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306.421.2512
Winnona Johner • Owner/Sales 306.421.5725 | 306.634.9898 www.estevanrealestate.com
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Sales Representative Cell: 306-421-7516 dwight.thompson@century21.ca
Plumbing
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Other Metal Roofing Products Avialable
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Building Construction
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Lubricants
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The AMSOIL product line includes the finest quality synthetic motor oils, diesel oils, gear lubes, greases and industrial and motorsports lubricants
For more information and to order online go to
• Commercial • Oilfield Locally Owned & Operated Call: 306-421-8598 for a quote!
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D&D Oilfield Rentals, Weyburn, SK D&D Oilfield Rentals provides the safe, convenient and reliable accommodations; equipment and tool rentals in Western Canada. We are NOW HIRING for the following (permanent) positions in our Weyburn shop: • Well Site Service Technician • Well Site Cleaner • Driver/Shop Hand We offer a chance to work with a world class organization and a rewarding hourly wage. Resumes may be sent to: leon@ddoil.net , dropped off in person at our Weyburn shop (325 Queen Street) or by calling (306) 842-0659
Recognizing Past Wrongs
Brent Hoffos presents First Nations elder of the Sioux Valley Gaming Centre Armand McArthur with a certificate of apology from the federal government for the several years he was in residency school as a youth. McArthur was at Spruce Ridge in Estevan on Oct. 9 to talk to the students about some of his difficult experiences in residential school.
Career Opportunities Administrative Assistant Border Insulators Inc. is currently seeking applicants to join our team to fill the position of Administrative Assistant. The successful applicant will have a strong background in an office environment. This position will include duties such as: - PST & GST Remittances - Union Remittances - Filling out ROE’s - Looking after employee benefits program - Reconciliations - Answering phones - General accounting - Day to day office duties as required Qualified applicants can submit resumes to kyleluc@sasktel.net or drop off resume in person to #2 Supreme St. Estevan, SK. Only successful applicants will be contacted for an interview. No phone calls.
Canyon Technical Services is a leader in the oilfield service industry, providing customized fracturing and pressure pumping solutions to oil and gas producers across the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin. At Canyon, our employees are ‘Champions’, dedicated to fulfilling our Vision of “improving the industry one job at a time” - our ‘Champions’ have made Canyon one of the most sought-after providers in our industry. If you are looking for a career within a leading organization that promotes Integrity, Relationships, Innovation and Success, then Canyon is looking for you! Canyon is preparing for an extremely busy 2014/2015 and are looking for qualified employees.
WE’RE EXPANDING! We have the right customers We have the right jobs We have the right equipment Are YOU the right fit?
Ask abou t ou Hire r Ne Star w ter K inclu it des it $$ in your pock et!
Class 1 Driver / Operators
Cement & Acid—Fluid Pump Operators Coiled Tubing—Experienced Operators Frac—Experienced Pump Operators, Crewcabbers, Datavan Operators HSE Advisor
Why Canyon?
Paid technical and leadership training Career advancement opportunities RRSP matching program
Premium compensation package New Equipment 15/6 Schedule
To apply for the above positions, in confidence, please email or fax your resume and a copy of a current drivers abstract. We thank all applicants; however only those selected for an initial interview will be contacted.
How to apply:
online: canyontech.ca/careers fax: 888 249 3895
WORLDWIDE LEADER
TALENTED TEAM
Now Hiring! Field Service Technician (Estevan/Weyburn area)
Responsibilities include:
• • •
• • • •
Maintain, service, and install equipment on site as required Troubleshooting electrical and mechanical issues as they arise Provide advice and/or directions to internal and external customers Maintain strong business relationship with existing clients Diagnose problems and advise operators on how to properly maintain equipment Maintain records and keep accurate and update documentation as required Other duties as assigned
Qualifications include:
• • • • •
High School Diploma or equivalent 6 months to one year oilfield experience preferred Electrical or Mechanical background an asset Class 5 Driver’s License required Must be willing to travel
Please send your resume to: Andrew.Graham2@nov.com
HYDROVAC OPERATORS WANTED AND SWAMPERS HYDROVAC OPERATORS
• Offering excellent wages HYDROVAC SWAMPERS • Excellent benefit package available • Willing to train if necessary • Safety tickets an asset • Offering hourly • Operators mustexcellent possess class 3A wages driver’s • Excellent benefit package available license • Willing to trainavailable • Living accommodation
• Safety tickets H2S, First Aid and
For more information call: required Ground Disturbance Trevor at: 306-483-7777 or • Operators must possess at least class Kim at: 306-483-7722 3A driver's Email resume to: license • Living accommodation available extremeexcavating@hotmail.com or fax to: 306-483-2082
Email resume to: extremeexcavating@hotmail.com or fax to: 306-483-2082
Together, We’re Taking Energy Further™ Nalco Champion, an Ecolab company, offers a singular focus on providing specialty chemistry programs and related services for upstream, midstream and downstream oil and gas operations. Through onsite problem solving and the application of innovative technologies, we deliver sustainable solutions to overcome complex challenges in the world’s toughest energy frontiers. Together, we’re taking energy further. Nalco Champion, has an immediate need for a Technical Service Representative in our Energy Services – Canadian Business Unit group located in Estevan, SK. Job Overview: Primary responsibilities include: assisting our sales staff with the challenges of maintaining existing business and growing opportunities with new customers. You possess technical expertise, confidence, and the ability to work on your own as well as in a team environment. This area has several established long-term accounts, with several key target accounts to work on. This role will consist of field visits to customer locations to assist With project work, training, recommendations and roll out When appropriate. This area has several established longterm accounts, with several key target accounts to work on. The customer base consists mainly of conventional oil production, with some sweet and sour gas production. As such, this role will provide exposure to all product lines and product application scenarios.
Minimum 5 years’ experience in a technical role is ideal Bachelor of Science or Chemical Engineering degree or technical diploma in a related discipline
If you are a dedicated Technical Service Representative with a proven track record of success we invite you to apply. This is your opportunity to join a large growing company offering competitive base salary and benefits. Please apply on line at: http://jobs.ecolab.com
Estevan Mercury
Career Opportunities
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Field Sales Representative Estevan, SK • Previous sales and/or oilfield experience • Excellent team work, honesty and integrity • Strong knowledge of sales principles, methods, practices and techniques • Strong verbal and written communication • Assessing client needs, developing proposals and delivering solutions • Able to build and maintain lasting professional relationships • Identify and target new business sales opportunities • Maintain existing client relations • Promote awareness of new products and services
Are you highly motivated, bright, and willing to learn with a desire to build a career and be promoted over time? If so, we are looking for you!
Forward applications to: mflatla@eaglerigs.com • 403-314-6871 www.wesc.ca
Applied Industrial Technologies LP, is a group of industrial distribution companies located throughout Canada, and we are currently seeking qualified, motivated individuals to fill the position of:
Warehouse Representative for Estevan, SK The successful candidate will be responsible for: • Receiving and shipping all branch product in an accurate and timely manner • Sort material, stock shelves, pick orders, package and label materials • Handle lost shipments as an enhancement to customer service • Organize and maintain all applicable records and files • Maintain up to date knowledge of the company’s service offerings • Maintain cooperative and productive inter-departmental relationships to deliver exceptional customer service • Take personal responsibility for and actively engage in product, systems and skill training and development Preference will be given to candidates who possess the following qualifications: • Customer service driven • Motivated and willing to learn • Experience in shipping and receiving • Forklift operation experience • Proficient computer skills • Detail oriented • Organized • Basic mathematical aptitude • Self-motivated • Can work independently or in a team environment • Parts Management trainee is a definite asset • Willing to learn in order to be promoted within the organization Applied Industrial Technologies offers competitive salary, quarterly and annual bonus plan, comprehensive benefit package – day one coverage, company sponsored RRSP/DPSP plan – day one contribution and ongoing opportunities for training and development.
Maverick Oilfield Services is a leading provider of Oil & Gas Construction and Transportation Services. We have been servicing the Oil & Gas Industry for over 35 years delivering safe, efficient, innovative quality solutions with our highly skilled team. We are currently looking to add to our team at our location in Estevan, Saskatchewan to fill the following full time positions: Crew Foremen:
Able to run 3 tonne picker trucks Experience supervising other workers Safety conscious 2 + years of oilfield experience Strong leadership skills Valid safety tickets required Driver’s license
Health and safety technician: Provide management support to ensure that HSE remains an essential part of our business; Conduct and act as an expert resource for incident/ accident investigations resulting in innovative and practical solutions; Plan, deliver and monitor company safety programs that support project and corporate business plans. Makes recommendations regarding safety processes and implements changes as needed Secretary/administrator: As administrator you will be required to provide both clerical and administrative support to office management and supervisors. Previous experience preferred Job duties include but are not limited to word processing, copy typing, letter writing, dealing with telephone and email enquiries, creating and maintaining filing systems Using a variety of software packages, such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel We offer competitive wages, benefits after 3 months, room for advancement, apprentice training and ongoing safety training. If you have these qualifications and you are looking for a rewarding career with a company that has a exceptional safety record, please apply today by sending a resume, safety tickets and drivers abstract to p.doetzel@mavoil.com, Fax: 780-753-2453 or drop it off at our Estevan office at #5 Devonion street.
Email resume to aithire@aitcanada.com or fax resume to 403-214-1423
SRI HOMES’ Estevan Facility SHELTER HOME SYSTEMS
is currently accepting applications for
PREFABRICATED HOUSING ASSEMBLERS • Required Immediately • Permanent Full Time • 30 Available Positions • Starting at $14.70 per hour plus benefits Duties include: • Assembling and installing modular components
HSE Advisor—Estevan, SK
Send, fax, e-mail or drop off resume to: Box 845 #200 Hwy. 18 West, Estevan, SK S4A 2A7 Fax: 306-634-7597 E-mail: jobs.shelter@gmail.com
The HSE Advisor provides assistance to Health Safety and Environment functions to all departments and / or site locations. Provides support, which can include training, file maintenance, and promotion of the safety culture through their actions. Responds to employee/management inquiries regarding HSE policies and procedures. Identifies and/or resolves potential employee health, safety and training matters. Advises employees and management by providing input to HSE policy development and implementation. Key Responsibility Areas:
Perform field safety audits and site safety inspections including hazard analysis, safe work procedures, written reports and rec
ommendations. Monitor employee and contractor adherence to Canyon’s safety programs, policies and procedures. Assist with ensuring that NSC OH&S regulations are being followed by all employees. Actively participate on safety committees in an advisory capacity. Participate in Branch and Field Safety meetings on a regular basis. Takes a proactive approach to anticipating and preventing problems and recommending alternative solutions. Lead or assist with the investigation, corrective action and reporting of district incidents. Analyze incident and injury data, identifying the need for new or modified occupational safety program policies or procedures. Assess root cause of the incident and make appropriate recommendations. Assist with new employee orientation as required.
Qualifications:
Minimum 2 years Oil and Gas Service or related industry. Minimum 3 years of experience in an HSE role. CRSP, CSP or equivalent (or working towards certification). Adaptable and demonstrated ability to work under intense situations. Demonstrated ability to deal with confidential issues in a sensitive, efficient, and professional manner. Experience with incident investigation and statement taking. Experience in gathering, compiling data and preparation of reports. Knowledge of Hours of Service auditing experience would be beneficial. This position requires regular field travel. (60% of the job duties are field related)
Posting Closing Date: Oct 24th, 2014 Canyon is the fastest growing fracturing company in North America. We deliver quality customized pressure pumping and service solutions to the oil and gas industry, improving our industry one job at a time. If you’re looking for a career with a leading organization that promotes Integrity, Relationships,
HOW TO APPLY | on line: www.canyontech.ca
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Day of the Girl marked in Saskatchewan Oct. 11 was designated by the United Nations as International Day of the Girl. The Day of the Girl is celebrated world-wide to recognize girls and young women as powerful voices of change in their families, communities and nations. “Saskatchewan Girls in Sports” was the theme of Saskatchewan’s International Day of the Girl. “This year’s International Day of the Girl was an opportunity to profile Saskatchewan girls who are leaders and role models in their community through their involvement with sports and recreation,” Social Services Minister and Minister responsible for the Status of Women Donna Harpauer said. “Involving girls in sports builds their self-confidence, helps them to feel good about their
body image and equips them with leadership skills for future success.” “Sport is a key component of family and community life,” Sask Sport Inc. President Jeff Herback said. “Girls who participate in sport at an early age are laying the foundation for a healthier and happier future. Sport teaches the value of hard work, dedication and perseverance, which are values that will benefit them in their personal and professional lives. It’s for these reasons that sport is more than a game.” The Status of Women Office in the Ministry of Social Services is raising the awareness of International Day of the Girl by featuring stories, in partnership with Sask Sport Inc., on Saskatchewan female athletes under the age of 19
who are involved in sports and recreation. Narratives about girls who are actively participating in sports throughout the province are posted on the Status of Women Office website at www.socialservices.gov.sk.ca/swo. The Government of Canada and Canadians celebrated the first International Day of the Girl on Oct. 11, 2012. A tradition has begun where girls who are leaders of today and tomorrow are recognized as agents of change. Specific issues related to girls will be highlighted both in Canada and internationally on this special day. “Our government remains committed to helping Saskatchewan women and girls achieve their full potential,” Harpauer said. “Let us all work together to advance their personal and social development, now and in the future.”
CITY PAGE 1102 4TH STREET • ESTEVAN, SK 306 • 634 • 1800
Notice ProPosed House relocatioN
Public Notice is hereby given that the City of Estevan has received an application for relocation of a new pre-assembled (RTM) single-detached residential dwelling to the following property: 1) Legal Description: lot 2, Block 224, Plan 102126563 Civic Address: 378 Matchett Bay
LOTS FOR SALE CITY OF ESTEVAN GLEN PETERSON INDUSTRIAL BUSINESS PARK
The above noted property is zoned Residential Low Density Singledetached Zone in which ‘Single-detached dwelling units’ are permitted uses of the zone subject to compliance with the City’s Pre-Assembled Dwelling Relocation Policy and any applicable Architectural Controls.
Any requests for information or concerns may be forwarded to Land Development Services at 634-1862, or email: a.nordquist@estevan.ca, on or before the 22nd day of october 2014.
October 2014 ESTEVAN PUBLIC LIBRARY EVENTS October 2014 3E06-‐636-‐1620 STEVAN PUBLIC LIBRARY EVENTS 701 Souris Ave. Estevan, SK Phone: email: estevan@southeast.lib.sk.ca 701 Souris Ave. Estevan, SK h ttp://estevanlibrary.weebly.com Phone: 306-‐636-‐1620 email: estevan@southeast.lib.sk.ca website: http://estevanlibrary.weebly.com Like us on Facebook: Estevan website: Public Library Branch AND Follow us on Twitter @ estevanlibrary Like us on Facebook: Estevan Public Library Branch AND Follow us on Twitter @ estevanlibrary Children’s Programs FREE Children’s Programs FREE! Baby Time: Thursday, October 16 @ 10:30. For babies up to 18 months their caregivers. Songs and Children’s Programs &FREE! rhymes, bounces and books! This is a fun, interactive parent-child program that ends with a baby-inspired craft or activity. me: Tuesdays or NEW! Wednesdays 10:00-‐10:30 from September -‐ October 8Ages . Next 13+. 6 week ession ill be October 28-‐December Manga @ Club: Saturday, October 25 @2 2:30-4:30. Are syou intowJapanese culture, anime 3. Ages 18 months -‐ 3 er T ime: T uesdays r Wednesdays 10:00-‐10:30 from eptember 2 -‐ O ctober 8. Next 6 week session ill bse tories! October 28-‐December 3. Ages 18 months -‐ 3 mulate your child’s oimagination and @ pre-‐literacy skills by pSarticipating action songs, crafts and gwreat or manga? This could be the club for you! Come outin to draw,rhymes, share ideas and make new friends! Cosplay, Stimulate your imagination and pre-‐literacy skills b@ y p 1articipating in aSction rhymes, crafts nd 6g reat stories! e: Tuesdays @ c1hild’s 0:45-‐11:30 or Wednesdays or Thursdays :30-‐2:15 from eptember 2 -‐ sOongs, ctober 9. Naext week session will be October 28-‐December card games, Japanese snacks,ake movies and more! Just tbring your ownearly drawing materials and a6 friend two will Time: Tuesdays 10:45-‐11:30 or Waednesdays r Thursdays @p 1 :30-‐2:15 from September 2literacy -‐ October 9. aN ext week soression be October 28-‐December 5 years. Stories, @ finger plays, songs nd crafts mo up this fun rogram hat highlights skills nd encourages reading readiness. and have fun! Registration preferred but drop-ins are welcome! s 3 T -‐hursday, 5 years. SOtories, and cu rafts ake up this program that Shongs ighlights arly literacy skills and encourages readiness. e: ctober finger 16 @ p1lays, 0:30. sFongs or babies p to m 18 months & ftun heir caregivers. and rehymes, bounces and books! This is areading fun, interactive parent-‐ ‘SINGLE FAMILY’ RESIDENTIAL LOTS FOR SALE Creepy Food: Nothing tastier than fresh barmpit hair plucked Time: Thursday, October 16 @ 1Monday, 0:30. For baabies up 27 to @ 18 6:30-7:30. months & tAges heir c8+. aregivers. Songs and rhymes, ounces and books! This is a fun, interactive parent-‐ ram that ends with a baby-‐inspired craft or October ctivity. ROYAL HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION-PHASE 3’ rogram that ends w ith a from bO aby-‐inspired or activity. straight the drain, or munching on6-‐9. an Dear-wax if you dare!mItonsters is almost wing: Monsters: M onday, ctober 6 @ c6raft :30-‐7:30. Ages on’t be covered afraid to Q-tip! draw yEat our it, own cartoon in tHalloween his step-‐by-‐step drawing program! Drawing: Monsters: Monday, 6 @ 6:30-‐7:30. ges 6-‐9. Don’t be fraid to dAraw wn cartoon monsters in mtessy! his step-‐by-‐step drawing Science and Technology Wright? eek: OPctober umpkin Slime: Tsafe hursday, October 23 @ 4a:30-‐5:30. ges y6our -‐12. oO ooey, gooey and a bit Find out the science pbrogram! ehind anyway, (all completely & Aedible foods)
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Registration recommended. houghts and behaviors that cor ontribute to your unique leadership style, and how you can maximize your influence as a leader and start getting the results t. You are sitting Wii in the Captain’s chair of YOUR LIFE. In this w orkshop, led by It’s guest hannon Mack, you Whether are going you to ewant xplore Wednesdays. Wednesday, 22nd@ 4:00PM. onSlike Donkey Kong! toseveral key points about your e, whether it’s with your family, co-‐workers or your October career. Registration is recommended. et, thoughts and behaviors that cnd ontribute to your unique leadership style, and how you can maximize your influence as a leader and start getting the results dance, smash22or @ race; this isIt’s theoplace you! KFor ages 12-16.you Drop on tin! 4:00PM. n like for Donkey ong! Whether want o dance, smash or race; this is the place for you! For ages 12-‐16. esdays. Wednesday, October sire, whether it’s with your family, co-‐workers or your career. Registration is recommended. n! nd ednesdays. Wednesday, October 22 @ 4:00PM. It’s on like Donkey Kong! Whether you want to dance, smash or race; this is the place for you! For ages 12-‐16. STARS FOR SASKATCHEWAN Call 306-‐636-‐1621 for pre-‐registration unless indicated otherwise. on in! Jimmy Rankin – Monday October 20, 7:30pm
CALL 306-634-1821 FOR FURTHER DETAILS WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS FALL AT THE ESTEVAN ARTS COUNCIL?
Call 3w 06-‐636-‐1621 for pre-‐registration indicated otherwise. The Library ill be closed October 12 unless & 13 for Thanksgiving . The Library will be closed October 12 & 13 for Thanksgiving. STUDENT COUNCIL MEMBERS
The City of Estevan is interested in obtaining input from the youth of our community as well as training future leaders. In keeping with this objective we are inviting applications from students in Grade 11 or 12 interested in participating as Youth Members of Council. These students will be required to attend all regular open Council Meetings. The Student Council Member will be a fully participating member of Council excluding the actual voting privilege on any issue. If you are interested in participating, please send us a letter telling us about yourself, which school you attend and give reasons why you would like to be a Student Member of Council by October 30, 2014 to: Mayor Roy Ludwig, City of Estevan, 1102 4th Street, Estevan, SK S4A 0W7 or r.ludwig@estevan.ca
Estevan Comprehensive High School Fung-Chui Piano Duo, One Piano/Four Hands Monday, November 3, 7:30pm – Trinity Lutheran Church Vienna Boys Choir Sunday November 23, 7:30pm – St. Paul’s United Church KONCERTS FOR KIDS Norman Foote Monday November 17, 7:00pm – Westview School
Contact us for more information on our programs
306-634-3942
www.estevanartscouncil.com VISUAL ARTS PROGRAMS FOR ALL AGES Information on classes and registration can be found online or at the Arts Council Office.
Visit us on the Web: www.estevanmercury.ca
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Sun Country Hearing opens in Estevan Sun Country Hearing offers full audiological assessments in a spacious soundbooth using PC-based equipment.
The clinic is located across Kensington from the Co-op Gas Bar and includes ample parking. To supply a health service that’s sorely lacking within the Energy City’s high transient population, Estevan-native Jacquie Mvula (nee Sandquist), looks forward to filling that void for a long time.
“We’re here for the long-run, we’re here to raise our kids... I haven’t been this happy in a long time,” says Mvula who recently moved here with her husband, Isaac and sons Noah and Karson. Mvula, who has her Masters in audiology and an undergrad in communication disorders, has returned to Estevan and opened an audiology clinic called Sun Country Hearing Ltd. Not to be confused with Sun Country Health, this private clinic will offer services three days per week, working into full-time audiological services as the demand dictates. Building upon her success in Stettler, AB.,
which houses her other audiology clinic, Sun Country Hearing Ltd. in Estevan will provide residents, ages five and up, with a plethora of services from hearing-aid repairs to ear wax removal. Combined with state-of-the-art audiological equipment and hearing aid technology, plus Mvula’s nine-year clinical setting experience, this paper-free clinic will streamline its services and deliver nothing short of the gold standard when it comes to customer service. Apart from family, Mvula’s priority is the community and serving its needs. The experienced audiologist also transferred in as a member of the Estevan Kinettes. Despite being away for several years, she still has deep roots within the Energy City with her mother, grandmother and multiple family members living here. Mvula looks forward to working with the residents of Estevan and area. “I’m finally home,” she says.
Jacquie Mvula, M.S. R. Aud. Clinical Audiologist/Owner
Our Services:
• Hearing Assessment • Hearing Aids • Batteries • Industrial Testing • Repairs • Ear Wax Removal • Custom Hearing #105 - 418 Kensington Avenue, Estevan, SK • (306) 636-EARS (3277) Protection Across from the Co-op Gas Bar • Starting Hours: Tuesday - Thursday 9:00 - 3:00