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Estevan city council has decided they would like to move in a different direction, and that direction does not include Jim Puffalt.

Puffalt was dismissed as city manager on Oct. 8 after 12 years on the job. He was hired in September of 2001 from the City of Dauphin, Man., where he had also been city manager. The decision was made public last Wednesday, shortly after City employees were notified of the news.

Mayor Roy Ludwig said council was unanimous in its decision to dismiss Puffalt, citing the desire for a change in direction as the impetus behind the move.

“With the new council, there comes a different

perspective on how they feel the City should be run and what direction that we should be taking,” Ludwig said. “Lately they just felt that they wanted to move in a new direction, so (Tuesday) afternoon Jim was notified.”

Ludwig was quick to point out there was not one particular matter or any concerns of wrongdoing that led to the decision, but more a general sense that a change was needed.

“Council was just not happy with the direction we were going and we just wanted a change, unfortunately for Jim. It’s probably been moving that way for awhile now,” said Ludwig.

“This was not a decision that council took lightly, and it’s not one where they made a decision

Jim Puffalt overnight. This has been a long process.”

Although the City has experienced a great deal of staff turnover in the past couple of years, the dismissal of Puffalt is significant news. As the top administrator he was, in many respects, the face of the City on a number of fronts. He was also the man

tasked with both advising and carrying out directives from council, which made him a somewhat polarizing figure in controversial matters such as the switch to automated garbage collection.

Ludwig acknowledged the difficulties that come with the city manager’s role and said it is a demanding position.

“The city manager is a lightning rod, good, bad or indifferent, as is the mayor.

Council’s decisions rest on the shoulders of the mayor and, to a certain degree, on the city manager. One of the hard issues that the city manager always has to deal with is he’s given direction from council and he may not approve of it himself.

But in that role you have a job to do and you carry it out.

“In some cases it’s not a popular job because you are giving direction over the workforce and that is not always an easy job.”

Ludwig said the search for a replacement would begin immediately although he admitted it will likely take months. He said the City will probably work with a headhunting firm and would also post the job with the Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association and Federation of Canadian Municipalities.

Asked what qualifications they will be seeking in a new manager, Ludwig said experience will be important given the ongoing challenges facing Estevan.

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hour meetings here and there, and there was never any flow. In the last few rounds we have committed to sitting down for several hours and working towards a quick process and a process, again, that I think benefits both sides.”

The completion of the deal means the City now has a contract in place with its two major unions. Earlier this year they agreed to a contract with the Canadian Union of Public Employees local 726 on a three-year deal that included similar wage increases.

As was the case with the CUPE contract, Ludwig said the raises for the EPA members were in a range that council was comfortable with.

“This was something that council had talked about for some time,” he said. “We have to keep Estevan an attractive place (for employees). We are not going to hide the fact that costs are high in Estevan and to have proper retention and recruitment we have to pay a fair wage. In Estevan, that was the benchmark we felt that we had to go to continue with our recruitment and retention efforts.”

Pierson noted that the cost of living is also a major concern to the Negotiations ⇢ A2

“It was an excellent set of negotiations, very professional and things moved very quickly.”

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The City of Estevan has agreed to a new three-year deal with the members of the Estevan Police Association.

The two sides agreed to the deal in principle earlier this month and it was ratifi ed last week after a vote by EPA members, who have been working without a contract since Dec. 31, 2012. The deal includes a four per cent raise for officers in the first year and 3.5 per cent in the second and third years.

“It was an excellent set of negotiations, very profess ional and things moved very quickly,” said Mayor Roy Ludwig, who thanked the various representatives from both groups for their work in securing a deal.

EPA president Jay Pierson echoed Ludwig’s comments, adding that he has been involved in five different negotiations and each one has progressively gotten more respectful and positive.

“Both sides listened to the other side, we discussed several proposals from both sides and in the end we came to a negotiated agreement that I think is beneficial to both sides,” said Pierson, who added the contract was largely hammered out over two days.

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Fundraising telethon ready to roll Friday morning It begins this Friday and local residents are urged to join in the fun and fundraising effort as the United Way Estevan team attempts to raise $350,000 in 33 hours, beginning at 8 a.m. Oct. 18.

This will be the 37th consecutive time that the local United Way group will have chosen to use a televised marathon of fundraising to help them reach their local goal. Apparently it works, since Estevan has been the first city to reach its goal 36 out of those 37 years.

As in the past, the telethon is being carried live through Access Channel 7, a provincial local cable provider, and Lori Buchanan, from United Way, said their co-operation and engagement over the years and those of their predecessors has been a key factor that has enabled the local event to be so successful … that and the hard work done beforehand and after the fact by a strong group of dedicated volunteers.

The fact that the community has bought into the concept and used the telethon format to raise money to help others, is never lost on the organizers either.

The whole experience for 2013 will wind down at 5 p.m. Saturday evening, with the hopes that 18 member agencies will have their allocated funding assured for another year.

Each of the agencies will also have an opportunity to explain to the viewers and the community, what it is

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that they do in return for the support. In between the interviews, there will be lots of entertainment, including overnight fun plus a lot of hosting teams taking to the anchor desk to keep activities moving along through the hard work of floor producers, camera operators, audio technicians and entertainers. This year’s president Dawn Schell will be onsite too for most of those 33 hours, ensuring that details are covered.

There is a canteen at the Estevan Legion Hall, where all the action is taking place, so visitors are always welcome to come in to the temporary studio in the hall and

join in.

“Bring your appetite and join the event with us during the live broadcast,” said Buchanan.

The UW Telethon includes a raffle of a handmade quilt from the Hearts and Hands Quilting Club, so tickets will be available at the Legion during the telethon. Plus, many other home crafted items will be placed on the bidding block during the telecast.

This year’s theme for United Way is I am the Way. The internationally recognized and award-winning Daae Family will provide the musical entertainment for the last few hours of this year’s event and Access 7 will have a live streaming internet connection for those who want to use the web by visiting www.unitedwayestevan. com This year’s pledge telephone line will be 306-340GOAL, and the auction bid line will be 306-340-4629.

Donations may also be made directly at the Legion along with the quilt raffle tickets.

Those wishing to mail in pledges are asked to address them to United Way Estevan, Box 611, Estevan Sask. S4A 2A5. Make sure the proper postage stamps are applied.

Pledges may also be honoured at any of Estevan’s chartered banks or at Affinity Credit Union branches.

“Be the difference and thanks for getting in the way by supporting the United Way,” said Buchanan in a final media release prior to the event.

Those requiring any more information or are willing to provide some volunteer time and effort, are invited to contact the Estevan United Way at 306-634-7375 or contact them online at executivedirector@unitedwayestevan.com

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A1 ⇠ want to go, where they want the City to go. So we will be sitting down with a headhunter and going over some of the qualifications that council expects and out of that we will be moving forward.”

Until that replacement is found, treasurer Jeff Ward will serve as city manager. Ward is still relatively new to the City and Ludwig said they will be asking all of their division managers to step up through the transition.

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we are piling this on him,” Ludwig.

“We are trying to shoulder the load with all of the managers to help Jeff out and everyone, including myself, will be picking up some of the slack until we get a replacement.”

Ludwig said as far as severance for Puffalt, the City has a policy to deal with the matter and did not divulge the amount he will receive.

The Mercury contacted Puffalt for a tcomment on his dismissal but he did not wish to speak about the matter at this time. As well, the members of council contacted deferred comments to Ludwig.

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“In 2013, we’ve hired several new members, one of whom moved here from another town where oil was a factor, but he still found that he wasn’t able to purchase a house he was looking for in

Estevan, therefore he is living in Midale,” Pierson said. “The focus of negotiations is to allow our members, our police officers, to be part of the community. They are not just policing the community, they are part of the community and to do that we have to live and be active in the community.

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On the topic of manpower, Ludwig said the Estevan Police Service is in a good position at the moment as they only have one open position that they are working to fill.

“We feel pretty comfortable at this time that we are close to where we want to be. Having said that, we are always pressuring the province to try and get them to help fund more people because it is a huge cost when you look at manpower requirements, so we always try to get the province to come to the table.

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Things don’t come easily for Chris Koch, but the prospect of a challenge just puts a smile on his face.

Born without legs or arms, Koch has been dealing with challenges his entire life. Lately, he has found ways to push his own limits while supporting charities. He is now preparing for one of the biggest physical challenges of his adult life.

Originally from Nanton, Alta., which is just south of Calgary, this summer Koch decided to climb the stairs in the 191-metre Calgary Tower following flooding that decimated parts of the city.

He completed that climb of 802 steps, collecting pledges in support of the Calgary Zoo’s recovery efforts.

Koch is now setting his sights higher. The CN Tower rises 553 metres from the street. He will climb the 1,776 steps to the tower’s observation deck 356 metres above the ground, all as part of United Way Toronto’s annual Tower Climb on Oct. 20. It’s one of only two times each year that the stairs in the tower are accessible to climb.

Koch has been coming to southeast Saskatchewan for the last couple of years to run a combine. While working through harvest, Koch has spent his early mornings climbing the steps at the granary on the farm he has been working at west of Outram. That’s 142 steps that he climbs up and down six times each morning; about 850 steps each day.

What he is most concerned about is the heat in the stairwell. He is climbing in the cool open air each morning.

“The Calgary Tower was really hot.

I don’t know what the temperature is going to be like inside (the CN Tower).

Obviously, it’s twice as many stairs.

I’ve been climbing more stairs this time around,” said Koch.

He said he isn’t trying to go too fast as he climbs the granary each morning.

“As you can see, it’s not the safest set of steps.”

He was planning on scaling the steps 13 times at least once this week. That would top 1,800 steps in one effort.

Koch is also a motivational speaker, and his motto has always been “If I can …” He works that career around his farming one.

“People don’t expect a guy without arms or legs to be driving tractors or combines. I like to encourage people to go out and live life,” said Koch. “If I can snowboard or go backpacking through Brazil for a month, if I can climb the CN Tower to raise money, anybody can do it. I encourage people to do the same thing. You get out of life what you put into it.”

Koch walks the walk as much as he talks the talk. Beginning with the climb in Calgary, he serves as an inspiration for people to take risks and rise above chal-

“I have to veer away from the tower climbing thing,” Koch said with a laugh. “I don’t want to be that guy who just climbs towers.”

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Born without arms or legs, Chris Koch has been spending his mornings climbing the steps of a granary near Outram where he works as he prepares to climb the CN Tower’s 1,776 steps this weekend. lenges.

“The Calgary Tower happened after I took my little cousin up there. I thought it’d be cool to, just for the hell of it, climb the tower,” said Koch. “So I thought I’d get hold of them and see how one goes about it.”

A friend of his had already completed a climb, and while he was looking into his own climb, the floods came to Calgary, and he thought he could use it as an opportunity to raise some money

following the disaster.

“When I finished the Calgary Tower, immediately I’m thinking, ‘That was fun.’ I’m assuming it was a lot like runners when they do marathons. I thought, ‘OK, what’s next.’”

A reasonable next step would be the

CN Tower.

The War Amps were in Calgary during his climb and had one of their cameras document his effort. At that climb, he suggested climbing the CN Tower to raise funds for the War Amps, an organization with a special place in his life.

After contacting people at the CN Tower, it became clear he would have to participate in either the United Way climb in the fall or the World Wildlife Fund Climb in the spring.

He decided to climb for United Way and after meeting some of the organizers, he is hoping to maybe set something up for the War Amps.

The event website says the climb generally takes about 30 minutes, but Koch said he would like to complete it in under an hour.

What’s the next tower on Koch’s radar?

“I have to veer away from the tower climbing thing,” Koch said with a laugh.

“I don’t want to be that guy who just climbs towers.”

He said the fact that the two climbs he is doing are so close together is purely coincidental. He doesn’t know exactly what is next, but he is determined to work with the War Amps.

“That’s an organization that has been fairly close to me and helped me out a lot in my life. It would be nice to issue a challenge for myself. If you can do that and benefit an organization that’s bigger and better than you are, then why not?”

Koch isn’t sure if anyone without arms and legs has climbed the CN Tower yet, but he smiles at the thought of having the “dubious distinction” of being the first.

“Who knows? It might be a domino effect. People without arms and legs just flocking to the CN Tower,” he joked.

Koch is accepting pledges, and all donations will go to United Way Toronto.

He said that even if people want to support the Toronto chapter, he encourages people to donate to United Way Estevan, which is hosting its annual telethon this weekend.

“As long as the people who need the help get the help, that’s all that matters,” he said.

For more on Koch, people may visit his YouTube channel or check out his donation page for the United Way Toronto Tower Climb.

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Enhanced RCMP program hung up on revenue issues The drive to introduce an enhanced RCMP officer service into the region has been stalled in the negotiation process.

The RM of Coalfields and Browning have been working together for more than a year to create the position in order to provide better monitoring of the RMs’ roads and to enforce bylaws within their municipal boundaries.

The program would cost the RMs about $120,000 per year, with each municipality paying half. What the municipali-

ties would be getting is a constable employed specifically by the RMs to carry out the duties outlined by their respective councils.

Both RMs are interested in the prospect of having an officer available to enforce bylaws.

The RMs were under the impression that revenue from fines would go back to the RMs. The Saskatchewan Police Commission is now telling the RMs the commission will be retaining the revenue from fines issued by the constable.

“Right now it’s on a

hold until we can figure out if the revenue will be coming to the RMs to be split, otherwise it’s a big expense and no revenue,” said Val Pelton, RM of Coalfields administrator.

“That’s what we were promised in our one meeting, but in our September meeting that’s not what they told us. They said that, in fact, it would be going back to the Sask. Police Commission and the Ministry of Justice.”

“We could never get a straight answer on the percentage of fine revenue

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that would come back to the municipalities if this program went through,” said Greg Wallin, RM of Browning administrator.

“When it came down to the 11 th hour — when it was time to sign the agreement — was the first time that we got the 100 per cent answer, that no, the fine revenue does not come back to us.”

Wallin n o ted th ey are working with the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities and the Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association to try to create some sort of shared revenue plan.

The RMs have communicated with the Ministry of Justice, suggesting they would be open to sharing the revenue as long as the RMs received a cut.

“But there better be more than five per cent

retained in the RMs,” added Pelton.

The groups haven’t met since September, and Pelton said they may not sit again until early next year, as they are unsure of how often representatives from the organizations out of Regina and Saskatoon would be coming to the area.

“It was a big surprise,” said Wallin about learning they wouldn’t receive any money from fines.

He added that though they would like to receive some of the revenue that their prospective constable brings in, the most important thing for the RM of Browning is to have the RCMP officer in place for public safety reasons.

“It’s not a big amount of dollars either way. I think that having the police itself to save traffic

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accidents is more beneficial than what the revenue would be,” said Wallin.

He added the RMs would have been happy with the revenue split urban centres receive at 75 per cent to 25 per cent.

The RM of Browning has been having discussions about hiring an RCMP officer for enhanced service for a number of years now, and they are very interested in moving this process along quickly as long as its right for the RM’s ratepayers.

“We’re still hoping that we can commence this year. (The position) will probably never be filled this year, but we’d commence looking for somebody,” said Wallin.

“If they ever change the way they’re paying the fine revenue, I think it will go ahead.”

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Trustees meet with association president The president of the South East Cornerstone Teachers’Association, Nathan Bromm, met with the division’s board members during their open business session that had been moved to Oct. 11 to accommodate other schedules this month.

Estevan trustee Janet Foord, who is also president of the Saskatchewan School Boards Association (SSBA) was connected to the meeting through an audio link since she was unable to attend in person.

Bromm said the teachers were happy to have the local contract agreements signed and put into place and noted the negotiation dialogue had been positive even as changes were made to the agreement. It was later pointed out that 94 per cent of the Cornerstone teachers voted for acceptance of the contract that relates to specific local issues in each division, as opposed to such things as province-wide salary negotiations, which he suggested may not go as smoothly.

Bromm said the provincial bargaining process is going on without a lot of it appearing in the media so far, so he hoped that going behind closed doors for a period of time would mean the teachers “will get something to vote on shortly.”

The negotiations include a bargain-

ing team from the Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation as well as provincial government representatives from the Ministry of Education and SSBA representation.

Bromm said that based on early responses he has received regarding a threeyear offer, “I don’t think the contract, as is, will go through.”

But since neither side has engaged in any negative media campaigns, the bargaining process is still going on in good faith, and while he couldn’t speak for other jurisdictions, the feeling he got about local educator responses was that the original offer that came from the Ministry “won’t pass.”

Early indications in the media that were not verified pointed to a 5.5 per cent salary increase over three years being the crux of a new contract offer.

Foord, because of her SSBA status, said she would not comment on the subject of the negotiations until they are completed and ratified.

Chairman Harold Laich said he had heard that some teachers were citing an argument that they weren’t valued as part of the negotiation process.

“I don’t link value of teachers according to their salaries. They can make that argument

publicly, but I know I don’t see it in that way,” Laich said.

“I believe the reference is to seeing the whole package of teaching, the environments, the grievances, classroom conditions,” said Bromm.

“I feel the SSBA, STF and the provincial representatives know how important their committee work is, and they can all speak to values,” said trustee Audrey Trombley.

The last time teachers, the Education Ministry and SSBA went to the bargaining table, the negotiations led to a short-lived withdrawal of services by the teachers and a series of rallies around the province before a contract agreement was eventually signed.

On other issues of a local division nature, Bromm said the move toward unified direction for schools across the province is greatly appreciated by Cornerstone teachers and all other educators and that they are now discussing how they can get involved in the process.

New teacher orientation sessions went smoothly, the SECTA president said, and a mentorship process is in place to help new teachers get connected to their every day duties in and outside the classrooms.

Bromm also discussed the teacher evaluation committee work that is making profes-

sional growth opportunities worthwhile, while improving teaching techniques around the public division.

There was also a strategic planning retreat held in Fort Qu’Appelle this year. The three-day session led to a three-year action plan with member engagement at a high level, he reported. The plan includes increasing member engagement, public advocacy and review.

Bromm and the trustees discussed the implications of the new school calendar and the fact there is no February break due to provincial regulations that prevent school divisions from starting an academic year before Labour Day. The discussions regarding next year’s calendar have begun and SECTA and division administration will come up with the best options based on the new regulations.

On disciplinary issues, there were discussions about the pros and cons of introducing a third (non-related) person to a disciplinary tribunal. It was generally agreed that if the process were strengthened, what they had in place would be the preferred move rather than introduce a third party who may not understand all the nuances that go into teaching and the administration of teachers.

Cyberstone growing in use and importance The southeast region of Saskatchewan is quickly becoming a model for cyber learning experiences thanks to a pilot project being undertaken by the South East Cornerstone Public School Division.

Cyberstone, Cornerstone’s answer for cyber learning experiences, is moving forward in rapid fashion according to the online school’s principal, Peggy Lawson.

The veteran educator was in Weyburn on Oct. 11 to attend the regular business meeting of the Cornerstone’s board of trustees and to explain how the project is moving forward and what challenges it is encountering along the way as well as the successes.

Lawson said that Cyberstone is now considered to be Cornerstone’s 39 th school and that it started as a modest project to provide support for students attending small schools, who could benefit from a wider and more flexible curriculum that couldn’t be offered in a facility with just a few teachers.

“But it has grown well beyond that,” said Lawson, noting that enrollment is currently swinging between 439 to 450 students.

At present there are eight teachers offering classes, with 6.2 full time equivalent teaching positions being funded.

“There are all kinds of reasons for students to enroll,” said Lawson. “It could be a problem between teacher and student, it could be family or work commitments where a young person just needs to get a

course credit or a credit recovery opportunity that lets them pick up where they had left off before, rather than making them take a whole semester and repeating what they had already done.”

The virtual school is getting to be an important cog in the education delivery machine and the regulations are unfolding along with the experiences.

Students over the age of 22 can pick up classes but are required to pay a tuition fee, usually $500 per semester, to help cover costs.

There are also students from outside the Cornerstone division who are enrolling and Marc Casavant, director of education for Cornerstone, said that is done through agreements with the sending divisions.

Estevan trustee Janet Foord pointed out some regulatory hoops that have to be sorted out regarding children who are being home schooled but are now enrolling in the cyberschool, and what will be their designation will be going forward?

Lawson explained that eventually the homeschooled student will have to register as a Cyberstone student if they continue to take the cyber school courses online.

Lawson later noted that student intake is continual, which is another advantage for the learners. She said one particular faction of the school population takes advantage of Cyberstone and that is junior hockey players who can’t always attend regular classes, but still want to complete a full

Grade 12 credit program.

“Students can now take a complete high school course online,” said Lawson.

“We started with just six online courses a couple of years ago. There are now 32.”

It was noted that 35 students from the Estevan Comprehensive School are enrolled in Cyberstone while Rocanville has 57 and Weyburn has 15. There were 20 students in total when Cyberstone was launched with one instructor.

“There needs to be quality programming for them, programs as good as what they would get in a traditional school,” said Lawson, who further observed that in early September there is generally a big rush of students registering for the cyber programs, but within a couple of weeks, the pretenders have dropped out and those who are really serious about continuing their schooling, are assigned courses and teachers according to need. She

added that on occasion when a teacher and student find it necessary, there will be a face-to-face tutoring session arranged to help a student reach the next level.

“We must remember that a lot of these students were dropouts earlier on in their schooling, but knowing that, the success rate so far is pretty comparable to the traditional school setup,” said Lawson.

A lot of progress is being made in English language instruction courses and students are tracked for

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one year as to what classes they take and what options they pursue. Lawson noted that agriculture and psychology courses are also quite popular and because students can work at their own pace, they are achieving strong success rates.

She said that on occasion, outside experts are brought in by a Cyberstone teacher to enhance the learning experience, just as they are in a regular school, which helps maintain interest and add value to the educational experience.

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A6 EDITORIAL

Council makes a tough decision

The seven people elected to Estevan city council are voted to those positions to make the tough decisions when they come up.

Council clearly encountered one of those tough decisions after it was announced last week that Jim Puffalt had been removed from his position as city manager.

Puffalt spent 12 years in the role as the top administrator for the City’s management team. He was directly involved in all facets of City operations and the various projects that are currently on the go.

As such, it likely was not easy to dismiss Puffalt, especially with Estevan facing a number of challenges at the moment. There are also some serious financial implications and we are hopeful that, in the interest of transparency, council will come forward with just how much Puffalt’s ouster will cost taxpayers.

However, those two factors aside, council made a tough decision that also appears to be the correct one.

It is not news to anyone who’s lived in Estevan over the past few years that there is a significant level of dissatisfaction with how the City goes about its business.

For everything they do well — which is actually much more than people give them credit for — the City does a number of other things that often leave many angry or, at the very least scratching their head in wonder.

Lately, the hot button issues have been the shape of our roads or garbage collection. However, the City’s financial picture and that so many projects are behind schedule or never seem to be completed are also matters of concern.

Whatever their gripe, the public’s dissatisfaction with how the City is operating is souring their overall opinion of Estevan, something that is especially troubling.

For many in this community Puffalt was the face of those issues. And although the members of council each had their own reasons for voting to dismiss Puffalt, it was painfully clear that if the City was to move forward and begin repairing its reputation, a change at the top was needed.

It is patently unfair to blame everything on one person and that is certainly not the intention here. Puffalt deserves credit for his work in helping Affinity Place become a reality and he was directly involved with negotiations that led to cities such as Estevan receiving significantly more operating grant money from the provincial government. His list of accomplishments is much longer than his detractors would ever give him credit for.

However as city manager, the proverbial buck stopped directly at his door and when council went looking for a much-needed change of direction, it was Puffalt who found himself on the way out.

In making this move, council has now left themselves with another tough decision to make. The choice of who will replace Puffalt is a major one for the future of Estevan.

Mayor Roy Ludwig said that one important qualification will be experience. That will certainly be an asset but council should also be on the lookout for a progressive thinker who comes from a community which has dealt with, successfully we might add, the challenges of rapid growth.

As we’ve seen, it is a tough job in a community which can be tough on its civic officials. There will be a thirst to fill the job as soon as possible but council needs to take time to find someone up to the challenge. Needless to say, there is a lot riding on the decision.

Prairie Perspective MURRAY MANDRYK

Murray Mandryk is a political columnist with the Leader Post

Rural nursing homes facing challenges

While there is a penchant to focus on the bad news from the recent health minister’s report on the status of nursing homes in Saskatchewan, rural residents can take some solace in the report’s good news.

At least compared with their counterparts in the cities, rural nursing homes seemed to fare slightly better.

Health Minister Dustin Duncan last spring asked the chief executive officers of each health district to tour every nursing home facility, talk to staff, patients and family members, and report back.

What resulted is a 311-page report released on the Government of Saskatchewan website that outlined some disturbing accounts of the care provided to our elderly.

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How are things in Brazil?

Boy how things can change rapidly when you’re not looking.

Do you recall when Canada used to be so obsessed with what was happening in the United States? We were almost paranoid about what they were doing and what they thought of us and whether we could pass their smell test.

Now we see the Goliath to the south being just a regular Wizard of Oz without a lot of substance.

Still a giant among giants, but maybe not the tallest giant any more.

They shut down their government. We did the same thing, only our guys call it proroguing. We like silly names to attach to our failures to get things done.

Detroit has declared bankruptcy, and the Americans keep shooting each other by the hundreds without any real civil war being declared while we look on and say “what the heck’s going on over there? I just wanna go shopping.”

So our major agencies are looking elsewhere in an attempt to justify their jobs.

But instead of launching our spying tools on China, India, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, North Korea or Japan … our guys are focusing on, get this … Brazil.

What’s with that?

What are we going to learn by spying on Brazil?

Do they have a new formula for bikini wax that we need?

We already know what we need to know about Brazil.

Norm Park All Things Considered They have a lot of bikinis, big beaches and biofuel from sugar cane. They also have one huge Carnival every year just like they do in New Orleans and Trinidad.

But those aren’t secrets.

We know they have a capital city that is tucked away out of sight if not out of mind, but then so do we. We have Ottawa that is tucked away, out of sight and the people in our capital are pretty well out of their minds.

Canada has something called Communication Security Establishment Canada (CSEC) that is supposed to be our eyes and ears for all things strategic that we’re not supposed to know about in foreign lands.

I think it’s just a bunch of schoolboys sneaking a peek at beautiful Brazilian girls in bikinis on the big beaches. What else could it be?

So while our major sneaky peek people are training their binoculars on Brazil’s corn and sugar cane fields and bikinis, our Canadian auditors are finding out all kinds of silly things going on right here.

A recent audit of the Defence Department showed that the keepers of our military spending are just slightly off the mark … by about $1.5 billion to be a little

continent residents soiling themselves” and residents being put to bed at 5:30 p.m. and awakened at 5:30 a.m., but not fed breakfast for hours.

Also disconcerting is Regina home residents getting baths less than once a week, a problem brought to the attention of the legislature this spring that sparked Duncan’s call for this report.

In all cases, the culprit wasn’t so much neglect of the patients but simply a lack of staffing, an especially acute problem in the cities.

Of course, this doesn’t mean there aren’t problems in rural areas. Nor does it mean dedicated and caring nursing home staff everywhere aren’t doing their best under the circumstances.

But if rural nursing home staff are doing slightly better, one can see why.

In many smaller communities, a solid job in a nursing home may be slightly more prized and appreciated, so they may not necessarily suffer from shortages as much as nursing homes in the cities where there may be more job options.

Also of consequence is the fact that rural nursing home employees, especially those in smaller communities, are very likely looking after someone’s loved one that they have known all their lives. Regardless of staffing levels, this automatically makes the desire to go that extra mile, perhaps a trait more common in those who come from smaller communities.

And while many rural communities are contending with aging facilities, the staff and community is inclined to compensate to produce a better nursing home experience.

But the very fact that there seems to be more problems in

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It seems Larry and Moe are doing the books at Defence and, get this, they counted an antimissile system twice while doing inventory. That was a $210 million ooopsy.

But they weren’t finished running into doors.

It seems they didn’t really know the value of our torpedoes.

They weren’t listed in the last Canadian Tire home delivery catalogue, so they just didn’t include them. In other words, if you don’t know the value, don’t count ‘em.

I mean, what the heck, what good are our two torpedoes anyway when our ships are in dry dock getting retrofitted or refurbished or renovated, especially those four English submarines we bought over a decade ago that still don’t work, on or under water. It’s tough to launch torpedoes from a SUV. Most folks would use a ship or at least a boat. But we don’t have torpedoes, even if we do have them. So not to worry.

Oh ya, and on the air force side, just to be fair, we learn that they forgot to remove two CF-18 fighter planes from the inventory list after they crashed and burned a couple of years ago. Somebody forgot to tell them. Accountability is not their strong suit.

So there is a good reason why we’re not so obsessed with America anymore, not when we’re having so much fun keeping track of our own accidental comedians and, of course, Brazil.

the cities isn’t great for rural nursing care in either the long- or the short term.

The immediate “fix” is a $10-million Urgent Issues Fund set aside by Duncan in the wake of last week’s announcement. It’s not much and the lion’s share will likely be gobbled up by urban nursing homes where the need seems greatest.

But if one looks at Saskatchewan’s demographics, it may not be good for rural nursing care in the long run, either.

Currently there are some 8,700 beds available in the province’s 156 nursing homes and 17 hospitals and health centres. Of those, 62.8 per cent are for Level 4 care.

It is a system costing $749 million a year, $619 million of which comes from the province and the remaining $130 million from fees that currently range from $1,025 to $1,951 a month. That works out to a cost of $76,896 per resident per year.

And the frightening reality is that it will become much more expensive in the next few decades with rapid inflation in health care and baby boomers coming of age in the next 20 to 25 years.

However, rural Saskatchewan has a higher proportion in that geriatric demographic now. It also has fewer baby boomers.

That may mean a shift of emphasis on nursing homes to the urban centres that have more baby boomers.

For as big a challenge as it is for rural communities to care for their elderly now, that challenge may have just gotten greater.

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Letters to the Editor

Gov’t to take action on State of Highway 18 long-term care homes a disgrace The Editor: I wish to update your readers about action our government is taking to improve quality of care in long-term care facilities across Saskatchewan.

On October 1, I released feedback received from health region CEOs on the conditions in long-term care facilities. The findings are based on facility-by-facility tours by the senior leadership in each health region – visits that I directed happen this past spring.

CEOs found many things that were working effectively. We are fortunate to have many dedicated staff and good programs for residents. However, there were also concerning details including references to poor food services, quality of care and safety issues, and challenges with aging infrastructure. Some of the examples provided were very troubling and while the challenges identified are not systemic, they are widespread enough to cause significant concern.

To address this, our government has invested $10 million in a Long-Term Care Urgent Issues Action Fund, which may be applied to a range of quality of care improvements based on the region-identified priorities like increasing the frequency of

baths, improving nutrition, improving responsiveness to call bells or adding training for dementia care.

Many of these changes are not just about money; they are about doing things differently, efficiently and better. The Lean work we are undertaking as part of our health-care transformation agenda is foundational to this, allowing staff more direct care time with residents.

I have also directed the senior leadership in each health region to continue with facility visits every year. I have asked the Ministry of Health to design a quality of care survey that can be completed by each Resident and Family Council annually and submitted directly to my office. Later this fall, I will be gathering together key stakeholders in the long-term care sector to focus on quality and appropriate models of care.

I am confident that actions undertaken through the action fund combined with Lean and other quality of care improvements will have a positive impact on current and future residents living in long-term care.

Dustin Duncan MLA Weyburn – Big Muddy Minister of Health

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The Editor: (Editor’s note: the following is a letter that was sent to Estevan MLA Doreen Eagles and was also made available to The Mercury.)

The gravity of the deplorable state of our roads was made apparent to me this morning when the trucking company, Kyllo Trucking, out of North Dakota, refused to dispatch additional trucks to our farm. The drivers said the roads were not fit for travel, and the likelihood of damage to the trucks was not worth the rate of standard pay.

You know, they are right, and I don’t blame them. A neighbour’s truck broke a front wheel off and sat in my driveway for four weeks this harvest and became a bone of contention between us.

The local co-op spends more on repairs on the local fuel truck than they originally purchased the truck for. The dealership refuses to cover many items under warranty and blames the state of the roads.

There have been several rollovers on this road; I believe a couple per year, most to visiting travellers. Welcome!

My neighbour had his running boards fall off in front of our farm. The ditches are littered with auto parts from potholes and rough conditions.

I believe the original commitment by highways was to grade the highway ... no, yes grade our highway once a week. Months will go by and no grader is

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The same grain that we are now having trouble finding trucks to haul out.

American visitors laugh at our deplorable state of affairs.

“Why don’t you guys do something?

Why do you put up with this?”

Very good questions, I reply. A friend who farms both in Canada and the United States decided this summer to list and sell his Canadian operations. He stated the deplorable road conditions impacted his decision.

The oil traffic is now extremely heavy and continues to increase. Where does this revenue flow to? We are paying for the costs of prosperity with no benefit.

The unacceptable state of this road really should have been handled 10 years ago .... now it is unspeakable. An afternoon of sand sealing is not an acceptable remedy. We will hold all with the ability and position to be held accountable for this negligence. It is a matter of days, weeks or months before this road takes the life of someone.

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Dozens of travellers denied entry into Canada for variety of reasons CBSA report from North Portal, Estevan Highway, Torquay and Oungre With nearly 12,000 vehicles passing through the Canadian port of entry at North Portal in August, there were several incidents involving travellers and Canada Border Services Agency personnel that ended in refusal of entry into Canada or fines and other penalties.

There were other events reported at several other border points, as noted by CBSA officials in a recent media release.

Some of the highlighted events at North Portal in August included a male traveller from Kentucky who attempted to enter Canada on Aug. 1 in an attempt to deliver goods to northern Alberta.

Background checks on the driver revealed two convictions for manslaughter and murder. He was refused entry into Canada and was returned to the United States.

On Aug. 2, a woman importing six puppies provided false receipts to CBSA officers, who learned the dogs were sold for $800 each, and they found the original receipts hidden in the vehicle.

When asked why she had not declared the true value, the woman told officers she didn’t have enough money to pay the GST, so had attempted to undervalue her purchase. She was issued a $900 penalty in place of the $200 she would have normally paid for the GST. On Aug. 2, another woman importing a puppy also provided a false receipt for $500. CBSA officers found evidence that puppies from the same breeder were being sold for $1,500. The woman then said she was tired and had made an error. Her fatigue and lapse of memory caused her a $600 penalty, as opposed to the $75 in GST that she would have paid if she had been truthful.

On Aug. 4, CBSA detector dog Holly and her handler conducted a routine patrol of the port during the day and during her travels, Holly indicated some contraband in one vehicle waiting in the queue.

CBSA officers referred the vehicle for a check for possible narcotics and during the search of the vehicle they uncovered trace amounts of suspected marijuana and what was believed to be a pipe bomb in a duffel bag in the truck. Officers then secured the perimeter around the search area and the traveller was arrested and detained pending the arrival of the RCMP, who then detonated the device. The driver was turned over to police and his case went before the courts.

On Aug. 5, a commercial driver was denied entry for a conspiracy to traffic conviction in his past record.

He returned to the U.S. CBSA officers conducted an extensive search of a

vehicle on Aug. 7 and found prohibited firearm parts concealed within the vehicle. CBSA officers seized a 30-round ammunition magazine for a .223 calibre handgun, and a 50-round magazine for a .22 calibre pistol.

Charges were pending as of late August.

On Aug. 8, CBS officers seized some suspected child pornography from an Illinois man after they had referred the man and his truck and trailer for a routine examination. Inside the trailer the officers found a CD containing suspected child pornography, so they seized 75 CDs and seven electronic devices as evidence. The man was arrested and turned over to the RCMP. A commercial driver from Georgia was refused entry into Canada on Aug. 9. CBSA officers found he had been convicted of vehicular homicide in the past, so he was returned to the U.S. On Aug. 13, officers seized a variety of prohibited weapons concealed in a vehicle and a motorhome. The items included two switchblade knives in the centre console of the truck, a Taser still in its box hidden in a First-Aid kit and two butterfly knives in a dresser drawer in the motorhome. While searching for the weapons, CBSA officers also found undeclared tobacco, alcohol and fireworks. All the prohibited goods were seized and the owner-operator of the unit was issued a $2,850

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A foreign national arrived at the North Portal entry port on Aug. 20, looking to renew a work permit. A background check revealed the man’s work permit expired in June and cursory checks in his vehicle provided documents proving that he was still working. He was issued a removal order for working without authorization and his departure from Canada was confirmed on Aug. 23.

He is now barred from returning to Canada for one year.

On Aug. 28, CBSA officers refused entry to a commercial driver from Florida after background checks indicated he had been convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol and reckless driving resulting in death.

Traffic at the Estevan Highway port of entry was also quite busy in August and there were a couple of highlighted incidents noted there as well.

On Aug. 11, a California man working in North Dakota sought entry into Estevan, but a background check showed he had been convicted of assault twice, so he was refused entry and returned to the U.S. On Aug. 21, two men from North Dakota were seeking entry to visit Estevan through the Highway port when their background checks showed that both had been convicted of assault. The two were advised on how to reapply for entry in the future and then returned to the U.S. At the Torquay port of entry, a Minnesota man who wanted to visit in Canada on Aug. 1 was refused entry due to a DUI charge and for being in possession of a firearm.

On Aug. 8, a pair of foreign nationals appeared at the Torquay port with no identification and no temporary resident visas that would allow them to enter Canada.

They told CBSA officers they weren’t really seeking entry, they just wanted to set foot on Canadian soil and to take some photos since they had never been that close to Canada before. They were refused entry and returned to the U.S. At the Oungre port of entry, CBSA officers refused entry to a resident of Maine who was attempting to travel to Alaska through Canada on Aug. 20. Background checks revealed the man had two previous DUI convictions and a drug trafficking conviction.

Officers explained the process he needed to follow to apply for re-entry, but he stated he would not attempt to enter Canada again. However, two days later, the man appeared at a border crossing in British Columbia and was refused entry again.

On Aug. 23, two men were refused entry into Canada in two separate incidents that occurred at the Oungre port. One man was seeking a study permit that would allow him to attend a university in Canada, but he was found to be inadmissible due to a robbery and DUI conviction. The second man was refused entry since he was still on probation following a recent assault conviction.

Both men were returned to the U.S.

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Community of gardeners coming together to get hands dirty The locavore lifestyle promotes living off and supporting your own community, and it doesn’t get any more local than growing your vegetables in a community garden.

Chantelle Dubreuil, a local landscaper who is spearheading the proposed garden with Barb Wright, a public health nutritionist at the Sun Country Health Region, recently met with Estevan Mayor Roy Ludwig, and Dubreuil said he has been a supportive mind at City Hall since they first approached him in May. They will be making a presentation to city council at the next meeting as the group looks to acquire some unused land in the city to set up garden plots.

Council still has to decide if it is willing to give up city property, and Dubreuil said they are hoping council can find some land for them.

“There’s a few different areas around town that are city property, so we don’t really get to decide where it goes. All we can do is best present where we want to start,” said Dubreuil.

She said there are four locations in the city that aren’t in a park, sitting vacant and deemed relatively unusable by the city in terms of development.

There are about 20 people who have come forward so far in support of the community garden, either because they want to grow some vegetables or because they support the concept of people growing their own food locally.

“I think this has been coming for a long time. There’s a big need,” said Dubreuil.

She gardens within her flowerbeds and is looking for something with more space to grow. An aspect of the community garden she is most looking forward to is the sense of community and of likeminded people getting their hands dirty together because they like gardening.

“These people have something in common, so this is where they want to hang out. The people who like to garden can hang out with other gardeners,” said Dubreuil. “Then you have young and old, people learning from people with years of experience. With the diversification we have in town there’s a lot of interesting vegetables I’ve never even heard of, because I have Filipino neighbours, and I’m like ‘What is that? It smells so good.’”

She said many want to garden but are living in condos. Seniors who have moved into seniors’ living homes don’t

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have a lot of space, and she is hoping a community garden would give everyone the space and resources they need to enjoy their hobby.

Dubreuil said the community garden group is motivated to move forward, and they are hoping to be able to get set up and start gardening next spring. She said if they do get their land, they may host some work bees in April and May to prepare for the growing season.

The garden would need a tool shed, complete with tools for those who don’t have their own.

“Depending on where it goes, access to water is the other thing. We might need a couple of big water tanks,” she said, adding that she wasn’t sure what access to water was like at any of the potential land plots in the city.

There are also legal issues they need to figure out in terms of liability insurance and the rules for the garden club. The

group has spoken with people from the community garden in Moose Jaw and that has provided a good place to start. The plots will be handed out as first-come, first-served.

Those who were involved in previous years would have first dibs on their plot for the following year.

“We don’t think a lottery is fair,

“These people have something in common, so this is where they want to hang out. The people who like to garden can hang out with other gardeners.”

— Chantelle Dubreuil

because if somebody puts all that work into their little plot and then next year they get bumped, that just doesn’t seem fair,” added Dubreuil. “There are a lot of perennial vegetables out there too, and if you start planting asparagus out there, well, you’d be able to harvest that in three years, so you don’t want to lose that plot the next year.”

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Petroleum Services Association of Canada head visits Estevan The Petroleum Services Association of Canada is stepping up its efforts to allay concerns about hydraulic fracturing in the country.

PSAC president Mark Salkeld was the featured speaker at the Estevan Chamber of Commerce monthly luncheon last Wednesday at Allie’s Fine Dining.

Salkeld used his speech to talk about the multifaceted role of his organization in the oilfield as the trade association for well over 200 companies in the service and supply sectors of the patch.

“If we can support the development of oilfield services then we are supporting the opportunities for kids to get jobs in the local communities, which helps the communities, helps the province and helps Canada as a whole,” he said.

“Our advocacy efforts span many issues including labour shortages, health and safety, transportation, hydraulic fracturing, market access and supply chain.”

Salkeld said a particular focus at the moment for PSAC is fracking, which is important here in the south-

Mark Salkeld east, as it has helped open up the Bakken oil play, among many others.

However, fracking has been cast in a bad light recently, primarily in the

United States where a series of media reports and documentaries have raised public concern.

Salkeld said PSAC has undertaken a campaign to

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inform the public about fracking and the impact upon the environment. Entitled the Working Energy Commitment, the program was founded earlier this year along with 12 different fracturing companies, many of whom operate in the southeast.

“The Working Energy

Commitment is our way of communicating the commitment of our members to listen to and openly discuss public concerns about oil and natural gas development,” Salkeld said.

He added that the commitment includes a shared set of values and principles as well as a code of conduct,

which they created through extensive consultation with the industry as well as any other group with a stake in the issue.

“We are the folks on the ground,” he said.

The reaction from the public at their various consultation sessions has been positive, Salkeld noted. He said the public appreciates that PSAC isn’t simply coming to town because of a disaster. They have also appreciated the chance to talk about any potential impact on the water supply in that community.

“It has been a really good dialogue.”

The code of conduct will be released to the public later this month.

Salkeld also spoke to the media about the current outlook on the industry and said although their forecast will be released later this year, he feels things are very positive.

He said although drilling is down a bit, other areas of the patch remain busy.

“There is just a lot more going on, so that is why you see towns like Estevan so busy,” he said. “The outlook is steady.”

Salkeld said the biggest challenges facing the industry right now are labour and getting their product to market.

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No Cornerstone schools to be reviewed this year

There will be no schools being put under review for closure in the South East Cornerstone Public School Division this year.

Three schools could have been subjected to the review process this year, but Estevan trustee Pam Currie explained that there was compelling reason not to undertake any reviews this time around.

“The division is in the process of reviewing our attendance area boundaries.

There are going to be adjustments made and those could change the enrollment numbers going forward,” Currie said.

“We didn’t want to start a review process and then learn a year later that a school’s numbers had increased.”

The three schools that could have been placed under review this year included Macoun, Wapella and Pangman.

Macoun is a kindergarten to Grade 6 facility with a current enrollment of 46 or 47 compared with last year’s registration of 50.

Pangman is a kindergarten to Grade 12 school with fewer than 80 students while Wapella offers a kindergarten to

Grade 9 program for 49 to 50 students.

“Based on our discussions this morning, I make a motion that we not put any school under review this year,” said Subdivision 5 trustee Audrey Trombley, referring to an in-camera session that was held prior to the regular open business portion of their meeting on Oct. 11.

“We’ve had discussions with these schools in the past and their communities are well aware of the process and all have taken steps to improve enrollments and they are in growing communities,” said Currie. “So all those things were taken into consideration, but the main point was the fact that we’re readjusting attendance areas and school boundaries, so it just made sense not to do any reviews this year.”

If a school were to be put under review, they would have to be notified of that fact before month’s end.

Marc Casavant, Cornerstone’s director of education, reported to the board that 110 student transfers had been approved including 13 from outside the division’s boundaries, and nine transfer requests were denied and two were appealed for a total of 123 transfers and requests for transfers.

He said one or two of the requests are conditional on changing circumstances within the families such as changes of residences within a community or from one town to another.

“A handful of these requests are to accommodate students with specific learning needs whether they be medical or special education requirements. Transportation support was requested for about 65 per cent of the requests,” Casavant said.

Most of the transfer requests entailed school boundaries within the division’s two cities of Estevan and Weyburn.

The trustees received an updated

power point report from Angie Phenix, and Jeannette McNalty, occupational therapists, regarding the sensory rooms in various schools that are arranged to assist students who require calmer learning environments on occasion or in some instances, an alerting environment to bring them into a more attentive mode. The two explained the sensory rooms help improve the learning capacities for children with autism or others with attention deficit disorders, as examples.

“We help them everyday, in some cases, get to their least disruptive part (of the day). We learn when they need this help the most and try to provide it,” said Phenix. At present, 35 of the division’s 38 schools are equipped with sensory rooms with some of them being well prepared and outfitted with suitable furniture and environments while others are more modest but still serving the purpose.

A video testimonial from a thankful mother was part of the presentation that helped outline the benefits that come to a child when they are placed in the helpful environment.

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Estevan housing starts on the rise With one quarter to go, Estevan is enjoying a strong year on the housing starts front.

The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation released its third quarter housing starts report last week, and it showed that both Estevan and Saskatchewan are experiencing an increase in starts.

Through September, Estevan had a total of 97 housing starts according to the report.

That is up from 63 starts at the same time in 2012.

Of those starts, 57 were multi-family housing starts while 40 were single-family starts. Not surprisingly, the third-quarter of 2013 has been the busiest period of the year thus far as 66 of the 97 starts occurred over that timeframe.

Elsewhere in the province, a number of cities have had mixed results. Moose Jaw and Swift Current have both seen increases while Yorkton, Prince Albert and North Battleford have seen decreases.

The report noted that Weyburn has had 77 housing starts in 2013. Statistics for 2012 were not available because this is the first year Weyburn was included in the CMHC report.

The provincial government was excited about the news and issued a press release noting that at 23.4 per cent, Saskatchewan had the highest percentage increase in Canada on an annual basis, well above the 4.2 per cent recorded nationally.

“When you combine a growing population and a growing economy, it adds up to the need and demand for new housing,” Economy Minister Bill Boyd said. “It is a boost for residential construction companies, but more importantly, speaks about the overall growth happening right here, right now.”

On an annual basis, urban housing starts were up by 16.2 per cent in Regina, 26.6 per cent in Saskatoon and 25.9 per cent in other urban centres. The largest year-overyear increase occurred in multiple units, which had an increase of 63.7 per cent over last year from 485 units to 794 units.

“We’re still on track to having a very good year on the residential construction front,” Boyd said. “Our construction industry is an important component of the Saskatchewan economy. It creates jobs and builds communities that benefit families across the province.”

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New lodge provides home-like accommodation Boundary Lodge is an employee’s home away from home.

There are a lot of different opportunities for developers to introduce more accommodation options into Estevan and area’s desperate market, and the latest man camp was opened just northeast of the Energy City this past summer.

PTI Group Inc.’s Boundary Lodge was open to media and others for tours last week, and the Mercury received an inside look at the new complex.

The lodge first opened 150 rooms, which are all full, and just a few weeks ago opened the remaining approximately 200 rooms, for a total of 346.

The rooms at the lodge are all private, single-bed rooms with private bathrooms. The lodge features a corridor layout, so once inside, guests don’t ever have to step outside again to get to the dining room, entertainment rooms or any of the other guest rooms. Less of a problem in nice weather, it’s a pleasant perk during the winter.

One corridor features VIP rooms, which add an extra 30 square feet to the standard 120 square foot rooms.

There are also a few wheelchair accessible rooms with large showers.

Fred Bannon, PTI Group’s senior vice president of operations, said their lodges are run similarly to hotels with some key differences.

“The DNA is about 90 per cent the same,” said Bannon in comparing hotels with the new camp. “But what’s different is really different,” he added with a laugh.

He said the fundamentals are the same in terms of creating a clean, comfortable and friendly environment.

“What’s different is that I compare it more to a cruise ship than to a hotel, because you have a group of guys who are here largely because their employer puts them here. The person who’s staying here may not be paying, but he is your guest, and they may have different perceptions of what they want. You still want to treat the person who’s staying here as that guest. You want them to be happy and comfortable.”

The cruise ship comparison makes a lot of sense when Bannon talks about the responsibility they feel at the lodge in terms of food and entertainment.

Bannon said PTI Group decided to enter Estevan after realizing the need in the area. He said he wished they had come a couple of years ago.

“We just identified Estevan as an area where there is a lot of stuff going on but doesn’t have the available accommodation space,” said Bannon. “What we’ve seen happen in small towns, and it happened in Fort McMurray to the extreme, is if you don’t have accommodations, the workers come anyway, and then it really messes up a town. It can destroy the fabric of a town.”

He pointed to instances where houses are being rented out to eight or 10 individuals, which ultimately leads to problems.

“I know there have been some times where people think they can build the places and then the workers come. But the workers are coming anyway, and if you can’t properly accommodate them, they’ll find their own way, and you probably won’t like it.”

The lodge makes sure to feed its residents three times a day. Breakfast is served each morning, and workers can gather up lunches to go. When they return

The Boundary Lodge is ready to accept guests into all of its 346 rooms, as it welcomes workers to stay at the new camp a few kilometres northeast of Estevan. in the evening, supper is prepared for everyone spending the night. The kitchen has seven employees, but could expand to as much as 13 or 14 when the lodge is full.

The freezers are stocked with enough food to feed the guests for about a week.

“We’re responsible for 100 per cent of your nutritional intake, and we need to supply variety,” said Bannon. “I can serve you prime rib and king crab legs every day of the week, and you’ll come back after three or four weeks asking ‘Can I have something different?’”

Bannon said another difference from hotels, is that many guests spend long stays at the camps. Some people stay in their lodges for years, he said.

“It becomes like home. Those guys come and go every 21 days or 14 days, some of them for years,” added Bannon.

The company’s motto is well-rested, well-fed and safe. Quiet times are enforced at the lodge.

“We have onsite security,” said Bannon. “But it doesn’t have to be oppressive or even confrontational or anything like that. I’ve found in my years in the work-force lodge business that a lot of the guys police themselves.”

If someone comes into the dining area with dirty work clothes, he said staff usually don’t have to say a word. Other guests will enforce the rules because the lodge is their home too. Bannon said there is a zero

tolerance policy regarding violence, abuse or drug use, and any abuse of those rules leads to an immediate removal of camp privileges and the offender is no longer welcome on the site.

He said employers appreciate it and added that in some instances, an issue with a worker can be brought to an employer and things are usually sorted out after that without further problems.

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Crown land purchasers favour southeast The acreage being offered was modest, but the price paid per hectare was impressive at the Oct. 10 provincial petroleum and natural gas land rights sale.

Just two licences and 142 leases were up for grabs in the sale that netted a total of $9.1 million for government coffers.

Both leases were purchased at the sale while 104 of the 142 leases were gobbled up with the most interest, once again, being focused on the southeast area of the province where bidders spent just over $5 million in acquiring one exploratory licence and 41 of the 51 leases on offer.

The average price paid across the board, was $524 per hectare, which was a healthy price but still not as significant as the $652 per hectare paid in the previous sale conducted in August. The August sale netted $15.05 million in total bids.

The year-to-date revenue from the five land sales held this year amounts to $53.5 million.

The Lloydminster area was the next most popular for bids in this sale with just over $2 million realized, followed by the Swift Current region at $1.1 million and

then the Kindersley area at $1 million.

The highest price paid for a single parcel was $618,000 by Villanova 4 Oil Corp., that acquired a 194-hectare lease southeast of Weyburn.

The highest price on a per-hectare basis was $12,504 that Ranger Land Services Ltd. bid for a 16-hectare lease east of Lloydminster.

“There has been a shift in focus by industry from purchasing dispositions to drilling those purchases in order to bring them into production,” said Energy and Resources Minister Tim McMillan, who described this year’s land sales as stable at about $11 million per sale, following a similar trend of sales established in Alberta and B.C. “It’s worth noting that oil production is currently three per cent higher than last year, which itself was a record year,” McMillan said.

In the Estevan-Weyburn area, the one licence that was up for bids, and was sold, went for $107,599 while the 41 leases that were sold were purchased for just over $4.9 million.

Prairie Land and Investment Services Ltd. spent $1.07 million to acquire 10 leases, making them the top

purchaser of acreage in this area.

The price paid for the single licence in the southeast was the $107,599 paid by Badger Pass Minerals Inc. for a 1,036 hectare block situated three kilometres north of the Viewfield Bakken Sand Pool, which is five kilometres northeast of Fillmore.

Scott Land and Lease Ltd. paid the highest dollar per hectare rate in the southeast when they submitted just under $3,187 per hectare for each of two 65 hectare parcels located adjacent to the Alameda West Midale Beds Pool, 14 kilometres east of Steelman.

In Lloydminster, 31 of the 46 leases up for sale were purchased while in Swift Current, 18 of 29 lease parcels were picked up. In Kindersley, 14 of 16 leases up for grab- were taken along with the one exploratory licence.

Gas-prone areas of the province attracted bids of just under $14,000 for 259 hectares, an average of $54 per hectare.

Parcels offering deeper rights only brought in just over $651,000 or 7.13 per cent of the total sale for an average price of just over $372 per hectare.

The next sale of Crown land will be held Dec. 2.

Traffic volume remains high at busy border point Saskatchewan’s busiest international land border crossing saw a lot of traffi c being processed by Canada Border Services Agency officers in August according to information supplied by the CBSA last week.

“Our border crossings were bustling with activity in August,” said Lisa White,

communications and media relations officer for the CBSA. At North Portal, the busiest port of entry, CBSA officers processed 11,885 vehicles, which was an increase from July’s total of 11,121 and from August of last year, when the vehicle count was 11,798.

“This also meant almost 2,000 more travellers from the previous month with 37,796 travellers in August. Yet this was about 1,000 less than August of last year,” said White in a media release. In 2012, the August traveller numbers came in at 39,008.

There were also almost 1,000 fewer

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Track jumping truck towed away Two trucks that jumped over two sets of railway tracks in Estevan on Oct. 11 and 14, have left two young drivers wondering where the intersection went, and left Estevan Police Service personnel with two investigations leading to a number of charges against the track jumpers.

Both drivers attempted to cross the tracks on Souris Avenue, where a there is no natural intersection, even if and tried to create one.

During the early morning of Oct. 11, EPS members were alerted to a report of a single vehicle rollover on Souris Avenue where a truck heading south on Souris went across the tracks and rolled after causing some damage to the tracks, and the obviously, the truck.

The 19-year-old driver of the vehicle was ejected and left the scene, but was located later by police and charged with impaired driving and driving while his blood-alcohol content was over .08 per cent. He was also found to be in possession of stolen property and further charged with dangerous driving and driving without a valid operator’s licence.

The second incident near the same location, occurred around 1 a.m. on Oct. 14 and involved a truck that was being driven northbound on Souris Avenue, which again, hit the tracks.

Preliminary investigation indicated that the truck had been driven off the road and over two sets of tracks before getting stuck on a secondary rail line in the city.

Two tow trucks were required to remove the damaged vehicle.

The truck’s driver had fled the scene before police arrived but they were able to track down the 19-year-old and charged him with dangerous operation of a vehicle.

On that same day, EPS members arrested a Regina man following a report of threats being uttered.

While in the process of taking the accused into custody, EPS personnel found that the man was in possession of crack cocaine. He was lodged in cells, pending a court appearance.

Earlier in the week, EPS members initiated a traffic stop in the central part of the city that resulted in a 26-year-

Estevan Police Services was called to a single vehicle accident Friday morning after a truck jumped the tracks while travelling southbound on Souris Avenue. The 19-year-old driver faces a number of charges in relation to the incident. old man being arrested for impaired driving and driving without a valid licence. He was transported to police cells where he was lodged until sober. He is now slated for a court appearance on Dec. 2.

On Oct. 9, a 24-year-old man was arrested in the central part of the city for breaching the conditions of his recognizance to refrain from the consumption of alcohol.

He was transported to city cells, where he was charged with being intoxicated in public and was released the fol-

lowing day. He now has a court date on Nov. 4 in which he is expected to register a plea regarding the new offence.

On that same evening, EPS members initiated a traffic stop in the city’s north central area that resulted in a 20-year-old woman being charged with driving while suspended.

On Oct. 14, EPS members were asked to investigate an incident involving four slashed tires on a vehicle that was parked in the central area of the city.

Financial management critical on the farm Brenda Stefanson, PAg Regional Farm Business Management Specialist Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture, Watrous Most farm business owners would agree that financial management is an important part of managing a business. Many would also agree that the process of recording, gathering, and analysing their financial information is sometimes a tedious job that they might neglect from time to time. Financial decisions, however, are much easier to make when you have information about the performance of your business. So even though it can seem to be an unproductive task when compared to a host of other pressing and urgent issues that require your attention, financial management is a critical component of your business. If financial management is not your passion, you might consider working with a financial advisor who is able to gather and organize your business information for you.

The financial management of your farm business has several components including: • Regular recording and monitoring of financial transactions;

• Analysis of past and current performance; • Forecasting future performance; including cash flow and debt service; and • Setting and monitoring financial goals.

Financial management is important to other aspects of the business as well. It allows you to establish a cost of production, which in turn helps you determine your marketing strategies. Financial management allows you to monitor debt service and to decide if a succession plan that includes working with additional family members is possible.

Financial management starts with the development of a suitable system to manage your financial information. This will allow you to analyse the information and establish financial goals, which are required to set future performance benchmarks.

Financial management is the backbone of any successful business. The key areas that farm business managers focus on include: • Improving cash flow – the ability to pay your bills and living expenses; • Increasing profitability – the ability of the business to generate a return after expenses;

• Taxation – businesses should strive to pay the optimum level of tax; • Capital investment – businesses strive to allocate available capital to the best use; • Records – without good records, analysis and financial goal setting is impossible; • Risk management – identifying financial risks is the first step in managing them; • Resources and skills – understanding your weaknesses allows you to find alternatives.

You will make better decisions on your farm if you evaluate your current record keeping system, determine what information you need, assess your skill level for analysis and if needed, get training or help from a trusted advisor, and monitor your financial progress on a regular basis to determine if you are meeting your financial goals.

Financial assistance may be available through the Farm Business Development Initiative to help you cover the costs of training in financial management or working with a consultant to develop a financial management plan. For more information contact the Regional Farm Business Management Specialist or the Agriculture Knowledge Centre at 1-866-457-2377.

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Solid Rock ready to sell lots in Trojan development It hasn’t quite garnered the attention of some of the larger projects in town, but Solid Rock Developments is continuing to move forward with their new development in the Trojan subdivision.

Earlier this year Solid Rock announced plans to develop 15.2 acres of land it had purchased from the City of Estevan. They also held an open house at the Days Inn to discuss their project with the public.

However, since then, Solid Rock has been working quietly and are now ready to sell lots in Phase 1 of the development.

“The lots are ready to go, they can start being built on as early as possible,” said Derek McWilliams, who is one of the partners in Solid Rock along with Ben Gustafson.

“We are just strictly land developers at this point, so we are hoping other builders will pick up quite a few of them and individuals that want to attempt building their own or hire a builder.”

McWilliams said selling the lots is a milestone during what has been two years worth of work for Gustafson and over one year for himself. He said both are obviously excited to have reached this point.

“For both Ben and I it was essentially our rookie season,” he said. “Ben’s done

a lot of houses, and I have always just managed property. It’s nice to see serviced lots there instead of a big hole with water.”

Phase One of the development has 37 much-needed lots for single-family homes.

Eleven of the lots are located in a cul de sac while the remaining lots are located along the adjoining street.

“It connects the park corridor from Kensington Greens and eventually the City will complete it down to the (Estevan Leisure Centre). We have a pathway going along the back of it so that will be good walking and access to that eventually,” McWilliam said.

“Price point wise it will be determined by what people decide to build. The lots are such that I think people will be able to get a decent 1,200 to 1,300 square foot house in there for under $400,000. It really depends on each individual and builder.”

McWilliams added the development has a number of great attributes, noting that it is part of the already established Trojan neighbourhood, is close to both Spruce Ridge School and the Estevan Comprehensive School as well as a number of shopping areas.

“It’s close to everything you need. It worked out really well.”

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SOUNDING OFF “I’m confident our facilities match up. I think we’re confident in our leadership, in our organization, for it to pull it off. It just comes down to that track.”

— Estevan bid committee co-chair Brian Senchuk on the importance of building a new track in presenting a strong bid for the 2016 Saskatchewan Games.

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Raiders dominate Elecs in one-sided affair The Estevan Comprehensive School Elecs knew they were in tough on Thursday, but they probably didn’t expect to surrender 55 points in the first half.

The ECS football team was no match for the undefeated Yorkton Raiders, falling 58-6 at Dana Quewezance Memorial Field.

The Elecs (1-4) came in riding a wave of momentum after beating Vanier two weeks earlier and giving Central a run for their money on Oct. 5.

But that wasn’t nearly enough against Yorkton (5-0), a team that has dominated the Moose Jaw High School Football League this year.

After cruising to a 55-0 lead at the half, the Raiders took their foot off the gas in the second half, with their only points coming in the form of a field goal on the opening drive of the third quarter.

The Elecs’ lone touchdown came late in the third quarter, when running back Cole MacCuish ran the ball in from six yards out. They went for two, but failed to punch it in.

Elecs head coach Mark Schott said that although they were facing a formidable opponent, he expected more from his team.

“The first half wasn’t exactly the response we were looking for, coming out against one of the top teams in our league.

We definitely started slow,” he said.

Indeed, the Raiders put eight majors on the board in the first half, four in each quarter.

Four of those were scored by running back Zack Kais.

Yorkton got on the board early, with quarterback David Balyski running the ball 44 yards into the end zone less than two minutes in.

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scored for the first time on a 27-yard run.

He struck again at the 7:38 mark, squeezing out of the grasp of a cluster of Elecs defenders and taking off for 68 yards.

Later in the quarter, an Elecs punt was tipped and sailed into the arms of Caleb Bymak, who ran it down to the 13yard line. Two plays later, a touchdown pass to Alex Popoff made it 28-0.

The Raiders kept it up in the second quarter, starting with a 75-yard run by Kais down the left sideline for a major.

Yorkton also scored on a four-yard touchdown pass, a 53-yard catch by Popoff and a 58-yard run by Kais in that quarter.

Schott said his team’s inability to contain the Raiders’ playmakers was a combination of Yorkton’s talent and poor tackling by the Elecs.

“It was a little bit of both. They’re undefeated because they’re a great team.

They execute things well, and they have some fast running backs who can easily break (tackles). With that being said, there were lots of opportunities we had to tackle their running backs and bring them down in the backfield, and we just missed tackles,” he said.

“We did a fairly good job of getting in the quarterback’s face, it’s just their fast backs were able to break the play outside.”

Several members of the bantam Steelers played with the Elecs on Thursday following the end of their season, and Schott said the coaching staff made sure everyone got some playing time.

One reason for that was the Elecs’ condensed schedule. They are in the midst of playing four games in 14 days, which includes yesterday’s regular season finale in Swift Current and their quarter-final on

Colby Ricard of the ECS Elecs goes 1-on-1 with Yorkton’s Alex Popoff on a kick return during the Raiders’ 58-6 win on Thursday.

Saturday, which will be against either the Central Cyclones (if they beat the Colts) or the Weyburn Eagles (if they lose).

“We wanted to stay fresh and wanted to keep our players healthy and make sure we were ready to go for Tuesday,” Schott said.

He added that a win in Swift Current would be key, considering they played Central so close earlier this month. “(They are) a team we’ve had success against and we definitely want to see

them again, because we think we match up really well with them.

“We just need to come out focused, ready to play right from the opening kickoff. If we do that and play with the energy we’ve had the last couple of weeks, I think we can play with anybody.”

Although Schott noted his team finished Thursday’s game relatively healthy, there were a few players who are a bit banged up, including star receiver Austin Garchinski.

Peewee AA Bruins surrender lead to Weyburn Killing off a long 5-on-3 power play late in a one-goal game usually gives a team some momentum, but that wasn’t the case for the Estevan Sherritt Coal Bruins on Saturday.

The peewee AA hockey club lost 5-4 to the Weyburn Wings after surrendering two goals in the final four minutes.

Estevan (1-1) had killed off a twoman advantage lasting nearly the full two minutes, getting back to even strength with five minutes to go. That was when the Wings rallied for the win.

“I think they thought the game was over and if we don’t play 60 minutes, we’re not going to win,” assistant coach Darryl Davis said of his team’s play in the last few minutes.

With 3:49 to play, Braden Birnie tied the game for Weyburn, scoring on the rebound of a Cordell Larson shot.

They would score the winner with 2:07 left, courtesy of Kyle Perras.

“We had guys that started to play individually, and apparently we’ve got to play as a team, and they didn’t,” Davis said.

“We had to put that puck deep and keep it down there, and we tried to get fancy in our own end, and it ended up costing us.”

The Bruins had held the one-goal edge

Sherritt Coal Bruins forward Jake Palmer keeps the puck away from a Weyburn player during a 5-4 loss to the Wings on Saturday. for most of the period after scoring twice late in the second to take a 4-3 lead.

“Earlier in the period, the guys were doing what we wanted. They were putting the puck in deep, and we were skating, moving our feet. We just got a little sloppy in our own end and it came back to bite

us,” Davis said.

Kersey Reich struck first for the Bruins 11 minutes into the game, with Larson replying for Weyburn late in the frame to make it 1-1 after the first.

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That was the beginning of a flurry of four goals in a span of two and a half minutes.

Alex Von Sprecken countered for Estevan 72 seconds later on a goal from the slot, only for Weyburn’s Noah Altwasser to give them the lead again 33 seconds later, deking Garton glove side.

Only 37 seconds after the Altwasser marker, with 5:32 to play, Reich scored his second of the game for the Bruins from the high slot.

Cale Adams gave the home side the lead heading into the third with 50 seconds left in the period, tipping a Tristan Seeman shot past goalie Jordan Muhr.

Davis said it was nice to see the Bruins match the Wings goal for goal in the second period.

“That was good. The kids were looking for the passes, and we were moving our feet. When we move our feet, we’ll beat most teams here.”

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Sask. Games committee preparing for visit They’ve gotten Estevan into the top four. Now the real work begins.

Estevan’s bid committee for the 2016 Saskatchewan Summer Games began preparing for next month’s visit from the Saskatchewan Games Council with a meeting last night.

The committee found out last week that they have been chosen as a finalist, with the Games Council coming to the city on Nov. 7 and making a final decision shortly after that.

The Games Council sent a package to each finalist last week detailing how they will evaluate each bid and what they are looking for.

“They sent out a scoring evaluation form that they will be using, so we’re going to go through that and make sure that all of our board members are going to have the necessary background information to answer all those key points,” said Estevan co-chair Brian Smith.

“They’re going to be interested, of course, in knowing the skill level of the people that are on the board and their enthusiasm, how much time they can dedicate to it and stick with it. They’re really going to want to get a sense of the support from the city, not just the council but local businesses, service groups, medical providers, all those various areas of society.

They’re going to want to get a sense that yes, the whole town and surrounding area is behind this bidm and if we get it they’re going to support it right to the bitter end.”

Co-chair Brian Senchuk noted that more than anything, it will be important for the Estevan committee to inspire confidence that they can do the job.

“In our bid document, it demonstrated the commitment, the professionalism.

It’s very important, I think.

In a nutshell, it’s what we’re offering and who’s offering it.”

The biggest question mark in Estevan’s bid right now is the lack of an adequate track facility. The committee has roughly $300,000 left to fundraise to build one at Estevan Comprehensive School.

With fellow finalist Swift Current in the process of finishing their own track, Senchuk said Estevan’s progress will be critical.

Humboldt and Melfort are also in the final group of four.

“If we can prove to them that the track can be done, I think that’s the clincher. I think if they’re confident in our ability to get that track up and running before the Games, and if we can do so in a manner in which it’s not going to cause financial stress on the rest of the Games … I think that is going to be our hill to

climb,” Senchuck said.

“I’m confident our facilities match up. I think we’re confident in our leadership, in our organization, for it to pull it off. It just comes down to that track.”

Smith noted that Estevan’s budget — currently projected at about $2 million — will be higher than the other finalists’ because of the track needing to be built.

The committee is putting together some fundraising ideas and also plans to reach out to the RM of Estevan and the Holy Family Roman Catholic Separate School Division for possible funding.

Senchuk said he hopes the committee’s highly organized approach in submitting its bid document will help Estevan stand out.

“We presented it as if we were presenting the final product. We organized it. It wasn’t just, ‘We know we gotta do this,’ we went on to say, ‘This is how we will do it.’ Although that is going to change between here and then, at least we went through that process of knowing what needs to be done.”

Smith added that the Estevan group is solid from top to bottom, with each person “responsible for their area and putting ideas together, and they will be there at the (visit) to answer any questions.”

Another thing that

Estevan bid committee co-chairs Brian Senchuk, left, and Brian Smith display the documents they submitted as part of Estevan’s bid for the 2016 Saskatchewan Summer Games. could set the local bid apart, Senchuk said, is that it was initiated by volunteers “that wanted to make a difference in their community, versus the city trying to promote itself.”

Smith noted that the other bids seemed to have been put together by city staff.

“Obviously some of the Games people are probably used to dealing with City

people, more than people from local businesses. You go to a meeting and they know each other already … so they have that familiarity with those people, where they don’t with us.”

Senchuk added, “I believe that it’s a professional organization that is going to base their information on fact and not based on favouritism.”

Six cities are believed to have bid on the Games originally, with two others

not submitting a bid in the end.

“I think with the competitiveness of the four cities going at it, it only increases the competition and the actual (quality) of the Summer Games,” said Senchuk.

“It’s going to make it better for the athletes, it’s going to take it to a new level. You have to heighten your goals to make it that much better, and in the end, it’s nothing but a benefit for the province.”

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He was gone almost as soon as he arrived.

After playing two games with the Estevan Bruins, Cory Millette is back in the Western Hockey League.

The 18-year-old Storthoaks forward had been reassigned to the Bruins from the Red Deer Rebels on Oct. 4, before playing in a pair of wins over the Nipawin Hawks and Humboldt Broncos that weekend.

In the process, Millette had two late goals to lead the Bruins to a 5-4 win over the Hawks, then had an assist in a 5-3 victory in Humboldt the next day.

On Thursday, though, the WHL’s Saskatoon Blades acquired Millette from Red Deer in exchange for 1996-born forward Evan Polei.

Millette had a goal and an assist in his first three games with the Blades.

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October 16, 2013 B3

TS&M Bruins lose, tie on home ice

The Estevan TS&M Bruins came away from their first two home games knowing they were capable of more.

The bantam AA club lost 5-2 to the Humboldt Broncos on Saturday, then tied the Saskatoon Generals 5-5 the next day.

On Saturday, the Bruins had a less-than-spectacular outing against a team that finished in the Saskatchewan Bantam AA Hockey League cellar last year, winning only three games.

Bruins head coach Tom Copeland said he wasn’t happy with his team’s performance against Humboldt and that it didn’t reflect his team’s 4-1 start to the season on the road.

“Our effort sucked. We need to have a better effort for sure. We just went in there and talked to the kids about effort (after the game).

That isn’t the team that’s played the last five games at all.”

Copeland added that it was actually a trio of rookies

that shone for the Bruins on Saturday.

“Our fourth line, (Ryder) Pierson, (Colton) Schell and (Dawson) Nobiss, hands down they outworked the rest of our team. It wasn’t even close. That can’t be, a line full of rookies just out there showing the rest of the team how to play hockey.

“There were lots of poor penalties, interference calls and things like that that you just can’t take. They’re killers. We’ve only got five defencemen right now and to lose a guy to a silly penalty like that, it hurts you.

You could see it. Our defencemen were bagged by the end of the game.”

Justin Pronych drew first blood for the Broncos less than five minutes into the game, and that was the lone goal in the first period.

Humboldt extended their lead in the first half of the second period, scoring three goals in a span of seven minutes.

Reagan Poncelet made it 2-0 on a power play 80

seconds into the period, taking a pass in the slot and burying it.

Barely a minute later, Jacob Leicht took a centring pass from behind the net and scored while falling to the ice.

Humboldt scored another power play marker at the 8:47 mark of the period, with Erik Gardiner getting credit for a goal resulting from a scramble in front of the Estevan net.

Schell got the Bruins on the board later in the frame, firing a wrist shot high glove side on a breakaway at the 13-minute mark.

The Bruins would score again midway through the third, with Little scoring five-hole on a breakaway.

Gardiner closed out the scoring with five minutes left, beating Bruins goalie Ethan Veroba from the slot.

Copeland noted there were some missed opportunities that could have resulted in a different outcome.

“There were a couple of swing plays there. If (Cole)

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Fonstad could’ve scored when he hit the post there in the second period; even early there, when (Brady) Long swung it through the slot and Little missed it, that could’ve been a big goal for us too because that could’ve turned it around a bit.

“It wasn’t that we did anything wrong, it’s just they’ve got a lot of big bodies and they put them into space. The kids have just gotta learn to be a little more patient and wait for the right shot, as opposed to trying to rush it a little bit.”

Sunday’s game was a better result for the Bruins, although the Generals scored two unanswered goals to pull themselves into a tie.

Estevan led 2-1 after the first period, with goals

by Jayden Davis and Josh Skjonsby bookending Saskatoon’s lone marker from Kaije Derkachenko.

Preston Brodziak put the Bruins ahead 3-1 at the 8:28 mark of the second, only for Saskatoon’s Martial

TS&M Bruins defenceman Brayden Pachal battles a Humboldt player for the puck during the Broncos’ 5-2 win on Saturda Hodgson to respond barely a minute later.

The Bruins would strike right back though, with Nobiss restoring the two-goal lead just 13 seconds after the Generals’ marker.

Hodgson scored again on a power play with 17 seconds left in the period to make it 4-3 after 40 minutes.

Hunter Piche added to

the Bruins’ lead three minutes into the third, but the Generals replied again two minutes later on a power play goal by Jonah Bumphrey.

Bumphrey scored again with 5:31 left in regulation to tie the game.

The Bruins’ next regular season action comes Oct. 26, when they host the Saskatoon Maniacs.

Saskatchewan Roughriders receiver Geroy Simon wrapped up his Coats For Kids program on Saturday, and the Estevan PowerTech Panthers were up for the challenge. The new female midget AA hockey team held a coat drive, with a collection area set up at Affinity Place. The coats will be provided to kids who need them in the Regina Public and Catholic School Boards, as well as the North Central Family Centre. (Submitted Photo)

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Apex Bruins earn three of four points Although they weren’t exactly facing the toughest competition, the Estevan Apex Bruins are satisfied with taking three of four points on their opening weekend of the season.

The midget AA club tied the Yorkton Terriers 2-2 Saturday and defeated the Melville Millionaires 5-3 Sunday on the road in South Saskatchewan Minor Hockey League action.

“We played pretty good, actually. Sunday was the better effort than on Saturday,” said Apex Bruins head coach Dalton Giblett.

The team was short on defence heading into the road trip due to a suspension to Bailey Lonsberry carrying over from last season. Giblett expects more suspensions coming after the Melville game.

Goaltender Landon Audet got a match penalty for spearing, a third-man-in penalty will result in a suspension to Kolten Ganson, and Ryley Giblett will be

suspended for fighting with less than 10 minutes left, the coach said.

On Saturday, the Bruins needed a goal by Tyler Hengen with just 11 seconds left to pull out the draw.

“It was more of a scramble in front of the net. Hengen had pinched down and the puck somehow shot across to him in mid-air, and he batted it out of mid-air and in the net,” said Giblett.

The Bruins had gotten on the board first early in the second period, with Kaelan Holt scoring at the 3:57 mark.

They retained that lead until late in the third, when the Terriers scored a pair of goals four minutes apart.

Caleb Sutter tied the game at the 12:49 mark, and Kholton Shewchuk gave Yorkton their first lead at 16:41.

Giblett said it was a game the Bruins should have won over a team that finished second-last in the league last year.

“We left way too many

goals out there in the first and second period around the net.

There were lots of rebounds, but we just didn’t go to the net and get them. In the third, if it wasn’t for Landon Audet, they would’ve been up a couple of goals. They had a couple of breakaways. He played very well, especially in the third.”

In Melville, meanwhile, the Bruins had to come back again, with three unanswered goals late in the second period earning them the win.

They were down 3-1 until that point. Giblett said the line of Holt, Dylan Lay and Blaine Herzberg “really turned it up for us,” especially on the power play. Holt had a hat trick.

“We had lots of good chances, and that’s what really turned it around for us.

The tying goal, from then on you could just feel the bench get a boost there.

“Then Melville got into some penalty trouble and discipline issues. We had a lot better jump (Sunday), which

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The Bruins would score three times in a span of less than five minutes, with two goals from Holt and one from Ryley Giblett.

The Millionaires scored first, with Destin Vranai getting them on the board seven minutes into the game.

Estevan replied with goals by Kyle Salaway and Holt before the period ended.

Melville would get markers from Jayden Napady and Vranai early in the second period before the Bruins roared back.

Due to Audet’s suspension and Tanner Tytlandsvik’s knee injury, Cam Lavoie started for the Bruins as an affiliated player. He stopped 25 of 28 shots.

Giblett said he expects his team to be strong offensively this year, with Salaway and Holt leading the way.

“It’s just a matter of finding the right chemistry and getting the right guys with (Salaway),” said Giblett. “On the power play, we want him to have the puck because he makes good decisions.”

Tyler Hengen, Colton Gingras, Kale Little, Ryley Giblett and Lonsberry form the core of the Bruins’ defence, and Giblett said

Apex Bruins defenceman Kale Little controls the puck during a game last season. (File Photo) Hengen was impressive in the first two games.

“He was by far our best D-man all weekend. He’s a second-year guy, and he played really well all weekend.

“I think once we get comfortable it’ll be a pretty good mix. We should be relatively the same as last year, except I think our defence will be more balanced.”

Among the rookies coming up from bantam, Giblett expects Ganson, Mitchell Morrison, Matt Bill

and Colton Winton to make an impact.

“Those two guys really play well together,” he said of Bill and Winton. “They make plays and they’re smart with the puck. That’s why they’re on the team. They don’t turn it over blind, they make good plays and good decisions.”

The Bruins will visit the Notre Dame Hounds on Saturday before playing their home opener on Sunday against the Notre Dame Argos. Game time is 5 p.m. at Affinity Place.

The Saskatchewan High School Athletics Association held its cross-country provincial championship on Saturday, with two local athletes taking part.

The meet was hosted by Medstead School at Little Loon Regional Park.

Two Estevan Comprehensive School students, Logan Hertes and Regan Haukeness, competed in the senior boys category.

In a field of 92 runners, Hertes finished 31st with a time of 24 minutes, 57 seconds.

Haukeness came in 65th place with a time of 27 minutes, 31 seconds.

Matthew Johnson of Regina LeBoldus won the event in a time of 21 minutes, two seconds.

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October 16, 2013 B5

Klippers, Ice Wolves surprising in early going

Predictions rarely work out, and although it’s very early in the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League season, we are seeing that already.

We’re only about oneeighth of the way into the SJHL regular season, and the Estevan Bruins aren’t even that far in as they wrap up a 10-day break tonight, but already there are some major surprises.

I don’t think anyone guessed the Kindersley Klippers or La Ronge Ice Wolves would be sitting at the top of the league at this point, but here they are, occupying the top two

Josh Lewis Hear Me Out spots in the league.

I also doubt anyone thought the Melville Millionaires would start out with a 5-2-1-1 record — even head coach Jamie Fiesel told me he thought they would struggle out of the gate — but here they are, tied with Yorkton for first place in the Viterra Division.

T h e Wo l v e s , w h o missed the playoffs last year, have scored 30 goals

in just seven games, with their top forwards off to a strong start.

Sophomore winger Owen LaClare was expected to step up this year, and he is certainly doing that, with nine goals and 11 points so far. Sebastien Beauregard, Jared Iron and Michael Sagen are also off to good starts.

La Ronge is also getting offence from a blue line that was considered the weak point entering the season, as Caley Bjork and Eric Macoretta have both contributed to the attack.

Goaltending might be the biggest reason for

the Wolves’ early success though. Returning netminder Dasan Sydora and former Vancouver Giants backup Tyler Fuhr have combined to form a strong tandem, posting save percentages of .932 and .937, respectively, in the early going.

The Klippers are getting scoring from returnees Gio Bombini and Stefan Seel, as well as former Red Deer Rebel Cody Thiel.

Tyrel King has been a rock for them in goal, with a .929 save percentage and a 6-1-1 record.

It’s not surprising to see the Klippers winning

— they’ve quietly built up a very strong group of youngsters, with a mix of good veterans — but I’m not sure anyone expected them to be leading the league at this point.

As for the Bruins, they’ve played two fewer games than the other teams in their division, so it’s hard to put much stock in their third-place standing right now. They will put their 3-2-1-1 mark on the line tonight in their first action since Oct. 6, with the Flin Flon Bombers coming to town.

Speaking of the Bombers, a prohibitive

favourite entering the season, they’ve gotten off to a mediocre start with a 3-3 record. They’ve also had some roster turmoil, as they dealt off-season acquisition Jean-Kristoff Grenier back to Quebec over the weekend and neither player they received for forward Justin Rasmussen in a recent trade is reporting.

Contact Josh Lewis at 306-634-2654 or sports@ estevanmercury.ca. No Teemu, you didn’t have to bring back the Jofa helmet for Mighty Ducks throwback night… oh wait.

Style points don’t matter anymore for Roughriders As the colours of the leaves change around here, so too have people’s attitudes towards victories by their beloved Saskatchewan Roughriders.

On a windy fall day at Mosaic Stadium this past Saturday, with yellow and orange leaves tumbling in and around the CFL’s oldest ballpark, the Saskatchewan Roughriders held on to beat the Edmonton Eskimos 14-9 in a game which will never be shown on ESPN Classic.

Saskatchewan stopped Eskimos quarterback Mike Reilly on a goal line stand with just over a minute to go to preserve a five-point victory and officially snuff out any chance of Edmonton making the playoffs in 2013. The outcome also greatly enhanced the Riders’ chance at hosting a playoff game for the first time since

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In the summer months, when this CFL season was still in its infancy, there was a tendency for the Rider Nation to flame a game like that. Quarterback Darian Durant threw for a puny 170 yards and the team ended up with three turnovers on the day (in the exact same fashion their opponents gave up the football).

There was no need to worry about getting up to visit the washroom during this one. You wouldn’t have missed much until the final minute, which in some ways, is a good thing. However, there were simply no big plays from a Rider perspective. Sas-

katchewan didn’t register a single offensive play over 30 yards, which has led some to scratch their heads, but the defence came up to the rescue again.

How does that saying go about defence and championships again?

The talk on coffee row, and for sure on our TV and radio shows this week, would have surely been about the “ugly win” and how the team had better pick it up, “or else!” But not now. Green football fans are not concerned about style points any longer. With the way this season has turned out, with a three-way slugfest between Saskatchewan, Calgary and B.C. right down to the finish line, everyone was simply happy and satisfied with the victory.

“I’m thankful for a

lot of things,” said Rider head coach Corey Chamblin when asked for what he’s most thankful on this Thanksgiving weekend. “Professionally I’m thankful this team has survived the storms we’ve had, got 10 wins, and how this team is learning to play together and stay together.

I’m proud of this team right now.

“And I’m also thankful they didn’t get that 3rdand-1!”

So the Riders improved to 10-5 and can clinch a home playoff game with a victory over B.C. Saturday at Mosaic Stadium. My preseason prediction of an 11-7 record and second place

in the West is looking real good now, but the Riders could just as easily get to 12 wins, or even 13.

There are plenty of interesting things to watch down the stretch, not the least of which is the battle between Rider tailback Kory Sheets and Calgary running back Jon Cornish. Cornish is 137 yards ahead of Sheets for the league’s rushing crown with three games to go.

“I sat out three games (with injury), he hasn’t and that’s pretty much all that matters,” Sheets smirked to reporters in Saskatoon last week. “Everybody knows that I’m a better back than he is and I’m pretty much

not thinking about what he does anymore. Somebody told me about what he was talking about, but he knows what’s going on over here. He knows that I’m a better running back than he is. You wanna talk about it?

We’ll see what the numbers do at the end of the season.”

Fun talk, but both players likely care more who’s carting around the Grey Cup at the end of the year rather than who finishes No. 1 in rushing. At least I hope they are.

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Power Dodge owner Trevor Knibbs, left, presents Estevan Curling Club president Rico Tomsha and City councillor Greg Hoffart with a cheque for $250,000 to rename the curling club as the Power Dodge Curling Centre. As per the naming rights agreement, the money will be paid in $25,000 installments over the next 10 years.

Foreign worker act proclaimed The provincial government proclaimed the Foreign Worker Recruitment and Immigration Services Act and regulations last week.

The new legislation will protect immigrants and foreign workers from exploitation and mistreatment while they are in the process of immigrating to the province or are being recruited to work.

“The legislation proclaimed today will ensure fair treatment of foreign workers

coming to Saskatchewan,” Minister responsible for Immigration Bill Boyd said. “This Act is one of the most comprehensive and progressive pieces of legislation in Canada to protect foreign nationals. It will protect newcomers to the province who may be vulnerable to exploitation because of their language ability or lack of knowledge about law or culture.”

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“Saskatchewan has a growing need for skilled workers,” Boyd said. “By making sure workers will be fairly treated and protected, we will be able to attract those skilled workers and meet pressures in our labour market.”

The Program Integrity Unit within the Ministry of the Economy has received a total of 353 case files for the period of August 2008 to September 2013. Many of these cases are related to issues regarding the legal rights and responsibilities of foreign workers and employers. About 30 per cent of the cases were not covered by existing federal or provincial legislation.

The new legislation will: • Require immigration recruiters and immigration consultants to be licensed and sign open and transparent contracts with employers and foreign nationals; • Require employers to be registered;

• Prohibit employers from charging or recovering recruitment fees from foreign nationals; • Prohibit unethical conduct against foreign nationals, such as withholding documents or other property, threatening deportation or providing misleading information; • Allow foreign workers and immigrants to seek compensation if they incur costs that are considered illegal under the Act; and • Allow fines to be levied of up to $50,000 for an individual and $100,000 for a corporation and up to one year imprisonment for those violating the Act. Six other Canadian provincial jurisdictions have some form of regulation of foreign worker recruiters, immigration consultants or employers of foreign workers.

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Miranda Sandquist slides through the red ribbon held by senior St. Mary’s students Sarah Leverton and Neilmor Bibat. The action officially opened the new playground area at the school.

St. Mary’s says hello to new playground equipment The new playground equipment at St. Mary’s School received a rousing and suitable launching on Oct. 10.

The students, along with staff members and a few special guests, gathered on the grounds near the equipment to watch as a few selected students slid down the slides and through a bright red ribbon to mark the occasion.

The fundraising for the $40,000 worth of playground apparatus and two tire swings that were installed using volunteer labour as well as a lot of donated materials and equipment took some time, but was well worth the effort, said Kristy Jones, the immediate past president of the school’s community council, which led the charge for the additions.

The students held raffles, bake sales and collected donations over the previous school year and the equipment was installed on July 11, with the tire swings being put in place on Sept. 11. There was some pea gravel to apply as well before the equipment could be officially declared open for the business of play.

The safety approved equipment was purchased from Northland Recreation, who also sent a technician to the site last summer to assist the volunteers with the installation process.

“We had about a dozen volunteers that day. It was a very hot day, and before that happened, the site had to be drained because a pond had grown on the site thanks to all the rain this spring and summer,” said Jones.

“But we got some parents out, there were some Knights of Columbus members and some board members who were here to volunteer their time once the storms ended, and we could get to do some work,” she added.

A Spectra Foundation grant from Spectra Credit Union (now Affinity CU) was also greatly appreciated, she said. The St. Mary’s SCC picked up $10,000 from them, and Affinity CU was represented at the ceremony by Tami Scott and Lori Naka, who extended their congratulations.

There was also $15,000 collected from the Community Initiative Fund.

“The kids held a Dance-a-thon and sold grocery discount cards to raise some final funds,” said Jones, who spoke on behalf of the SCC, who were also represented

by current president Alison Folbar.

Principal Dave Murphy was emcee for the brief ceremony that included prayer and words of thanks from senior students Sarah Leverton and Neilmor Bibat.

Murphy said he made an interesting observation during one of his ventures out into the schoolyard during a recess, where he said he saw, “one football game going on over on one field, another game, using a football, but using some other kind of rules the kids had made up themselves was going on in the next field, and there

From the left: Wynter Mitchell, Kylie Dyke and Miranda Sandquist were a trio who were selected to slide down the new playground apparatus at St. Mary’s School last Thursday to officially slip through the red ribbon and mark the official launching of the new playground equipment. Other students around the equipment performed similar duties to help recognize the arrival and installation of the $40,000 project.

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Murphy also extended his personal thanks to the companies who donated excavation equipment, materials and employees to move the project forward rapidly and to the team of volunteer installers who pieced everything together.

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Trinity Tower report 60 and over club notes We hope your Thanksgiving was great and full of love and blessings.

This past week we were entertained by a lovely lady, Ellie Foster. She is a wonderful singer and so generous with her time.

On Oct. 11 our dear manager held a Breast Cancer Awareness morning. With a donation toward breast cancer research chances were given to win a door prize.

We extend our sympathy to Rose Hood on the passing of her aunt Ann Cedarholm at Carlyle on Oct. 6. Her funeral was held on Oct. 12.

I personally am enjoying my retirement living here at Trinity Tower. People here are so nice. This is one of my blessings I count – one of many blessings.

With this in mind I found this article “Why I Like Retirement” which pretty well sums up my days and my life.

Why I like retirement.

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Answer: There is not enough time to get everything done. Very true.

Question: Why don’t retirees mind being called seniors?

Answer: The term comes with a 10% discount, sometimes 15%.

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Answer: Tied shoes.

Question: Why do retirees count pennies?

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Question: What is the common term for someone who enjoys work and refuses to retire?

Answer Nuts! So true.

Question: Why are retirees so slow to clean the basement, attic or garage?

Answer: They know that as soon as they do, one of their adult kids will want to store stuff there.

Question: What do retirees call a long lunch?

Answer: The never ending coffee break.

Question: What’s the biggest advantage of going back to school as a retiree?

Answer: If you cut classes, no one calls your parents.

Question: What do you do all week?

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Saturday and Sunday, I rest.

Until next week God bless and keep smiling.

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Rev. Brenna Nickel and her friend Emily Gillies are on a holiday in California for a week.

On Sunday Oct. 20, the Masonic Lodge Portal is having their annual Pancake Breakfast at their Community Hall from 9 a.m. -12 p.m. Canadian Time. Everyone is Welcome.

Lay minister Sharon Elliot, Weyburn, spoke at Portal, North Dakota and Estevan on Sunday, Oct. 14, while Rev. Brenna is away.

Happy Thanksgiving to all my readers.

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A little boy accidentally wandered into a ladies changing room at a local swimming resort. The ladies shrieked and scrambled to cover themselves with towels.

“What’s the matter,” the kid asked, “Never seen a little boy before?”

Another reminder that the cribbage tournament tomorrow (Oct. 17) starts at 1 p.m. Again, our “Decorating duo” out did themselves for Halloween.

Here are the winners for Bridge on Wednesday.

Margaret Sawyer came in first; Carrie Leptick came in second and third went to Helen Parish.

Winners from cribbage played on Thursday were: Marj Cantlon in first, second went to Jim Ward and Angie Friesen came in third.

See you next week!

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He said, “Well, you just blow in the tailpipe real hard and the dents will come out.”

When her girlfriend came by and asked what she was doing, the young girl told her. The girlfriend said, “Well DUH, you are supposed to roll the windows up first!”

Outram - Torquay community news Betty RiblingCorrespondent Our sympathy is extended to the families and relatives of the late Lillian Mantei, who passed away Saturday, Oct. 5, at Emerald Park, Sask. Lilly was born April 13, 1921 at Estevan.

Prayers were Oct. 11 at Chapel of Hall Funeral Services and the funeral was held Oct. 12 at Trinity Luthern Church, Estevan, with the Reverend Mark Osborn of St. Giles Anglican Church officiating.

Lillian Mantei was a friend to all who knew her and will be missed by all of us.

Betty Ribling has returned from having surgery at Regina General Hospital and is feeling better. Thank you for your visits, cards and phone calls.

As many of you know, I retired from Southeast College in May. A retirement party will be held on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2013 at the Southeast Regional College, 532 Bourquin Rd. Estevan from 4 – 6 p.m. I would be so pleased if you would come to help me celebrate.

Isabelle Pyra had her second birthday on Sept.16.

These little ones grow up too quickly.

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Peggy Bolton Correspondent

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Discretionary Use Development Permit Application Rural Municipality of Estevan No.5 The council of the Rural Municipality of Estevan No.5, pursuant to Section 55(2) of The Planning and Development Act, 2007, hereby gives notice of its intention to consider the Development Permit application of AA Estevan Lodge Inc. for: 1) the discretionary principal use of a 260 room work camp.

Located on 10 acres within the Agricultural District (A) in the NE 6-3-8 W2M as shown on the sketch which appears as part of this notice below:

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Public Meeting: Council will receive any written or verbal submissions respecting the proposed discretionary use development permit application at a public meeting to be held on Wednesday the 13th day of November, 2013, at the hour of 10:30 am local time, at the municipal office located at #1-322, 4th Street, Estevan, Saskatchewan.

Dated at Estevan, Saskatchewan this 10st day of October, 2013

Grace Potter Administrator

Tressa Whitman & Mathew Procyshyn......................... October 18, 2013 Pamela Young & Travis Packer................................ November 12, 2013 Carly Fraser & Michael Berg ...........................................March 17, 2014 Amie Sehn & Kyle Whitehead .............................................July 12, 2014 Amy Hammermeister & Bradley Belitski ...........................August 2, 2014 Jolene Pettapiece & Chris Byers ......................................August 2, 2014 Alysha Mittelholtz & Garrett Lasko ...................................August 2, 2014 Breonna Alexander & Robert Graham............................August 30, 2014

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2013 FALL DISTRICT MEETINGS

In Loving Memory of Peter Shykitka 1939 - 2011 A thought of sweet remembrance, A memory sad and true, The love and sweet devotion, Of the ones who think of you.

- Lovingly remembered by your family.

In Loving Memory of Rose Hildahl April 25,1925 - October 18,2011 Gone are the days we used to share, but you are forever in our thoughts and heart.

-Miss you Mom Deb and Family.

The Saskatchewan Cattlemen’s Association (SCA) extends an invitation to all cattle producers in the province to attend the SCA fall district meetings.

A total of eleven (11) district meetings are scheduled between October 21st & October 28th, 2013

In Memory of Lane Naka October 13, 2007 No matter how life changes No matter what we do A special place within our hearts Is always kept for you.

Remembered Always, Paula IN MEMORY OF Rose Hildahl April 25, 1925 - October 18, 2011 We seem to see in the soft dim light A face we love the best; Recalling her as the sun’s last rays Go down in the far-off west.

We miss her more as time goes on, We can never close our hearts; And the lamp of our love still burns.

Her heart the truest in all the world, Her love the best to recall; None on earth could take her place, She is still the dearest of all.

Love, Les, Mel, and Family

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES SHOW & SALE. October 28 to November 3 (inclusive) at Market Mall, Preston & Louise, Saskatoon, during mall hours.

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The Regina Coin Club Hosts a Spring Coin and Stamp Show and Sale At The Turvey Centre Armour Road, 1 mile north of Regina Sat. Oct 19, 2013 10am-5:00pm Sun. Oct 20, 2013 10 am - 3 pm Admission: Adults $3; 13-16 $1; < 12 free Rare Coin and Medals on display!

Door Prizes!

METAL ROOFING, SIDING, AND TRIMS. 36” Tuff-Rib/Low-Rib Colo re d 8 3 ¢ / s q . ft . G a lva l u m e 72¢/sq.ft. Largest Color Selection.

Custom Trims Manufactured Inhouse 40 Year Warrant y. Call MEL-VIEW METAL 1-306-7524219.

TRUE PSYCHICS For Answers CALL NOW 24/7 Toll FREE! 1-877-342-3032 Mobile: #4486 www.truepsychics.ca

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TENDERS

FARM LAND FOR SALE Sealed tenders will be received by the undersigned on or before 5:00 p.m., November 1, 2013 for the sale of the following farmland near Lampman, Saskatchewan:

Grow Marijuana Commercially.

Canadian Commercial Production Licensing Convention October 26th & 27th. Toronto Airport, Marriot Hotel. www.greenlineacademy.com. Tickets 1-855-860-8611 or 250-870-1882.

Oungre Memorial Regional Park Annual Fall Trade Fair Sunday , October 20- 1:00-4:00pm Bake sale starts at 2:00pm Raffles and Ticket Sales Table Rental is $20- Call Elaine Larson 306-456-2612 Kitchen is open and dinner is served at noon

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Psychics

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Come and Go Tea In honour of Walter and Dale Purvis 50th Anniversary (Wedding) Saturday October 19,2013 2:00 p.m. - 4 p.m.

St.Giles Anglican Church

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Saskatchewan Cattlemen’s Association - to promote the well being of all production sectors of the Saskatchewan beef cattle industry through effective representation from all regions of the province.

St. Peter’s Lutheran Church 130 Souris Avenue N. Estevan- 306-634-2024 FOWL SUPPER Sunday , October 27th 4:00 - 6:30 p.m.

Adults: $12.00 Children:(5-12): $5.00 Children 4 and under :FREE! Everyone Welcome!

No Deliveries

Estevan

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In Memory of Sharon Olheiser , who passed away October 18,1980 33 years have passed.

Forever Missed.

From your son -Garry

Remember Your Loved Ones with a Memorial Tribute in

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Estevan Mercury & Southeast Trader Express CLASSIFIED INDEX

Engagements Wedding Annivers.

Anniversaries Birthdays Announcements Prayer Corner In Memoriam Cards of Thanks Coming Events Garage Sales Memorial Services Personals Health/Beauty Lost Found Introduction Services Readings Psychics Travel Health Spas Tickets Childcare Available Childcare Wanted

SERVICES Accounting/

Oilfield surface leases included. $33,825.00 annual rentals. All land to be sold as a package.

For information about the land contact:

Kelly Fleck at 306-461-5242

The highest or any bid will not necessarily be accepted. All tenders for the purchase price must be accompanied by a certified cheque or bank draft for 5% of the tendered price.

All tenders should be submitted to:

Billesberger Law Firm 1017 3rd St., Estevan, SK, S4A 0R4

Bookkeeping Appliance Repairs Auctioneers Bricklaying Building/Contracting Building Supplies Drywalling Building/Contracting Electrical Handyperson Hauling Cleaning Janitorial Landscaping Lawn & Garden Moving Painting/Wallpaper Renos/Home Improvement Roofing Snow removal Services for Hire Vacuum Services

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B10 October 16, 2013

For Sale By Tender Farm Land all in R.M. of Souis Valley#7 NW 12-2-14 W2(135 acres cultivated) SW 1-2-14 W2(115 acres cultivated) Tenders will be accepted on each individual parcel or both parcels together.

The highest or any tenders will not necessarily be accepted. Only the successful tender will be contacted.

Tenders will be accepted until noon on November 15, 2013 and can be sent to Bonnie Tytlandsvik PO Box 67 Tribune , SK S0C2M0

Houses for sale 10 KM South of 1750 sq. Ft. home bedroom, 2 bath, Just $525,000.00.

3087 Today.

Estevan New on 10 Acres 3 6 Appliances.

Call 780-554-

ONLY A FEW UNITS LEFT! 55 P L U S A D U LT C O M M U N I T Y Ground Level Ranchers. www.diamondplace.ca 306 241 0123 Warman, SK

Out Of tOwn FOR SALE: In Stoughton: New modular home on own lot. 3 Bedrooms, 2 baths. Vacant. $8,000 d ow n ; Pay m e n t s $ 8 0 0 / m o n t h .

Must have good credit and be able to bank qualify. Phone 1-587-4348525.

ApArtments/Condos for rent Apartment for Rent: 2 bedroom apartment in triple plex. Available November 1st. Washer and dryer in building. Clean and quiet. Damage deposit and references required. Phone 306-634-7063 For Rent: One bedroom suite, includes fridge, stove, use of washer/dryer. Heat, power, water paid.

Mature or quiet person. Available November 1st. Phone 306-6349811 HARVEST HEIGHTS 542 Bannatyne Avenue 1 & 2 Bedroom Units. Utilities included. A/C, fridge, stove and laundromat. Parking with plug-ins.

Security entrance. No pets. For More Info Go to: www.apartmentsestevan.ca For Apar tment Availability and Pricing e-mail us: harvestheightsteam@gmail.com PARK PLACE 402 PERKINS STREET FOR RENT: 1, 2 BR Apartments.

Air conditioning, 5 Appliances.

Fireplace in suites; Security doors.

No Pets!! For more information, Phone 306-634-4010 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. only, or see our Web site @ www.apartmentsestevan.ca

Houses For rent For Rent: One bedroom house.

Furnished,utilities included. No pets , no par tiers. $1500. per month. $1000. Security deposit .

Phone 306-421-9167 or 306-4200049.

Mobile/ Manufactured

FARMLAND WANTED NO FEES OR COMMISSIONS! SUMMARY OF SOLD PROPERTIES Central - 66 1/4’s South Central - 18 1/4’s East Central - 74 1/4’s South - 70 1/4’s South East - 22 1/4’s South West - 58 1/4’s North - 6 1/4’s North West - 12 1/4’s East - 55 1/4’s FARM AND PASTURE LAND AVAILABLE TO RENT

PURCHASING: SINGLE TO LARGE BLOCKS OF LAND. PREMIUM PRICES PAID WITH Q UICK PAYMENT. RENT BACK AVAILABLE Call DOUG 306-955-2266 saskfarms@shaw.ca Macoun Home For Sale:Recently built modular homes with fenced land starting at only $190,000. ( 15 minutes west of Estevan).

1265 sq. ft. 3 bedrooms, 2 bath home located on a 50’ x 150’ lot.

1000 sq. ft. pressure treated sundeck. Phone 306-421-3749

Lots & AcreAges for sALe Camp Sight for Rent:Can be used all winter. Please call after 10 a.m. 306-421-6015 Prime 10 Acre Parcels of Land 1/2 mile west of Estevan. Phone 306-634-7920 or 306-421-1753

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Business OppOrtunities Well established Central Saskatchewan weekly newspaper for sale. Contact sasknewspaper@gmail.com. Serious inquiries only.

Space For LeaSe

Feed & Seed Buying/Selling FEED GRAINS heated / damaged CANOLA/FLAX Top price paid FOB FARM

Western Commodities 877-695-6461 Visit our website @

Rooms For Rent:Ro o m i n n o n smoking house. Shared use of living areas. Linen supplied. Plug in parking. References and damage deposit required. Phone 306-6347063

Mobile/ Manufactured

CANADIAN MANUFACTURED backed by 10 year warranty -multi family, single section, motel style homes -Qualify for C.M.H.C.Financing

FOR LEASE:1318-1320 7th Street , Estevan, SK 5,800 sq.ft. in strip mall. Contact: Chad Reich 3 0 6 - 7 3 7- 5 8 0 1 c h a d r @ n a i sask.com Or Jim Thompson 306-525-3344 jimt- @naisask.com NAI Commercial Real Estate (Sask) Ltd. www.naisask.com

Office/Retail Office/ Retail Space for Lease: Great new office in downtown Estevan at the Pinetree Plaza.

Best retail value per sq. ft. 4002000 sq. ft. Available now. Phone 306-421-3749

Farm Implements

www.medallion-homes.ca Hwy 2 South Prince Albert

For Sale:1997 John Deere CTS Combine with pick up and 30’ straight cut header. 1976 Dodge 3 ton for grain truck.30’ John Deere 590 swather with pick up reels.10” x 70’ Brandt auger with full bin alarm like new. 1982 -2390 CASE Tractor. 1600 bushel older hopper bin. Various flat bottom bins. 870 CASE tractor with FEL,cab,power shift,bucket,bale forks,and new pallet forks. Phone 306-421-3374

For Sale - MiSc

For Sale - MiSc

FOR MORE INFO CALL 1.800.249.3969

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HOT TUB SPA) COVERS. Best Price, Best Quality.

All Shapes & Colors Available.

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HEATED CANOLA WANTED!!

- GREEN CANOLA - SPRING THRASHED - DAMAGED CANOLA FEED OATS WANTED!!

- BARLEY, OATS, WHT - LIGHT OR TOUGH - SPRING THRASHED HEATED FLAX WANTED!!

HEATED PEAS HEATED LENTILS "ON FARM PICKUP" Westcan Feed & Grain 1-877-250-5252

LAND FOR SALE RM 370, 371 SW 6 37 24 w2 plus 5 0 0 a c re s : to t a l a s s e s s m e n t 107,910. Direct seeded and well farmed. Offers until 11/11/13. cell: 306.657.4050, leo@agmpower.ca.

Steel BuildingS / granarieS Bond Industrial SEA Containers

Selling New Used and Modified Sea Containers for storage. Guaranteed wind water and rodent proof.

Delivery available.

Ask about modifications eg. doors, windows, insulation, new paint, power, etc.

Modify your container for your specific needs.

Call Bond Industrial at 306-373-2236 email joe@bondind.com or visit our website at www.bondind.com.

S T E E L B U I L D I N G S / M E TA L BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance o w e d ! C a l l 1- 8 0 0 - 4 5 7- 2 2 0 6 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS UP TO 60% OFF! 30x40, 40x60, 50x80, 60x100, 80x100. Sell for balance owed! Call: 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

PROVINCE-WIDE CLASSIFIEDS. Re a c h ove r 5 5 0 , 0 0 0 re a d e rs weekly. Call this newspaper NOW or 306-649.1400 for details.

Auctions ANTIQUE, HOUSEHOLD & TOOL SALE Saturday, Oct. 26, 2012 10 a.m.

Prairie Place Hall Arcola, SK Includes: ANTIQUES 2-sideboards; secretary’s desk; china cabinets; armoire; 1/2 moon table; wood table w/ 6 chairs; hall table; crocks; fireplace; wood heaters COLLECTIBLES Beswick horses; model trucks and cars; cast iron seats; coins; jeweller y; pocket watches SHOP and YARD 2000 Dodge van; 1997 GMC Safari van; LGT 165 Ford garden tractor w/FEL, tiller, mower; 3 PTH snow blower ; ATV trailer ; 2-gazebos; 2-Honda power plants; power tools; garden equipment; jet and sewer pumps; electric roller mill; assort. of tin; construction heaters; metal shelving HOUSEHOLD wine making equipment; organ and stool; Singer sewing machine; china cabinet. For further info check our website:keymauctions.com KEY “M” AUCTION SERVICES Dellan Mohrbutter AL# 324451 Wauchope, SK 306-452-3815

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Domestic cars For Sale: 2008 Pontiac G-5 SE 2 door Coupe, 48,000 kms, 5 speed, standard transmission, sunroof, a i r, c o m m a n d s ta r t , p re m i u m sound system. Phone 306-6347793 or 306-421-9930

Guaranteed approval drive away today! We lend money to everyone. Fast approvals, best interest rates. Over 500 vehicles sale pr iced for immediate deliver y OAC. 1-877-796-0514. www.yourapprovedonline.com.

For Sale - MiSc HOT TICKETS

for fans in Rural Saskatchewan Only 1 night U-Drive Packages are available for ALL HOME GAMES Packages include: Hotel, Tickets & Dinner

See the SOLD OUT GREY CUP Game

Tour packages includes 4 Nights Hotel Accommodations and Grey Cup Tickets Nov. 21st - 25th in Regina Go online to www.dashtours.com or call Dash Tours at 1-800-265-0000 One Call & You’re There Adver tisements and statements contained herein are the sole responsibility of the persons or entities that post the advertisement, and the Saskatchewan Weekly Newspaper Association and membership do not make any warranty as to the accuracy, completeness, truthfulness or reliability of such advertisements. For greater information on advertising conditions, please consult the Association’ s Blanket Advertising Conditions on our website at www.swna.com.

Butcher Supplies, Leather + Craft Supplies and Animal Control Products. Get your Halfords 136 page FREE CATALOG. 1-800-353-7864 or email: order@halfordhide.com.

Visit our Web Store: www.halfordsmailorder.com For Sale: Used Shoprider Sprinter Deluxe Scooter,heavy dut y, 4 wheel drive,new battery, leather seat. Asking $1000. Phone 306421-2774. Can be seen in Estevan

Domestic cars

Domestic cars

LONG CREEK MOTORS Auto Sales & Service Since 1970 www.longcreekmotors.carpages.ca

www.westerncommodities.ca

WINNIPEG JETS

Rooms

For Sale - MiSc

Parts & accessories GREAT PRICES on new, used and remanufactured engines, parts and accessories for diesel pickups. Large inventory, engines can be shipped or installed. Give us a call or check us out at www. thickettenginerebuilding.ca Thickett Engine Rebuilding. Ph 204532-2187 Russell MB.

Wrecking auto-trucks... Parts to fit over 500 trucks. Lots of dodge... gmc... ford... imports... We ship anywhere. Lots of dodge, diesel, 4x4 stuff... (Lloydminster) Reply 780-875-0270..... North-East Recyclers truck up to 3tons

CARS

11 Chev Impala LT 4dr factory warranty ..................................................$16,995 09 Dodge Caliber SXT 4dr factory warranty, 53,981 km .........................$12,995 09 Toyota Corolla low kms factory warranty ............................................$12,995 08 Chev Cobalt LT 2dr warranty, 100,900 km, 5 spd, was $9,995 .........................................................................................Reduced to sell $7,900 08 Dodge Avenger R/T AWD 4dr warranty..............................................$15,995 07 Chev Malibu LT 4dr warranty, 126,800 km ...........................................$9,995 07 Pontiac G5 SE 4dr warranty .................................................................$8,995 06 Honda Accord EX 2 dr warranty ...........................................................$9,995 06 Pontiac Grand Prix SE 4dr warranty.....................................................$6.995 06 Pontiac Pursuit 2dr warranty, 5 spd, was $6,995.....Reduced to sell $5,995 05 Hyundai Accent GS Hatchback 2dr low kms, warranty.......................$4,995 04 Chev Optra 5 LS H/B warranty..............................................................$5,495 01 Chrysler Sebring LX 4dr warranty........................................................$4,995 88 Ford Mustang LX Convertible 2dr warranty ........................................$3,995

TRUCKS, VANS & SUV’s

13 Jeep Compass North 4x4 Factory warranty, 37,442 km....................$23,995 13 Jeep Patriot Sport North 4x4 Factory warranty 23,120 km................$23,995 11 Ford Escape XLT AWD factory warranty ............................................$20,995 11 Ford F150 Super Crew/Cab XLT 4x4 EcoBoost factory warranty ....$30,995 10 Chev Silverado LT Crew/Cab 4x4 Z-71 factory warranty, Flexfuel $25,995 09 Dodge Dakota Ext/Cab SXT 4x4 factory warranty .............................$18,995 09 Dodge Journey R/T AWD 7 Pass 84,000 km, warranty .....................$22,995 09 Dodge D150 Ram Quad/cab SLT 4x4 warranty .................................$18,995 09 Honda CR-V EXL AWD 4dr warranty .................................................$20,995 08 Pontiac Montana SVC 7 Pass warranty, 62,215 km ..........................$11,995 04 Pontiac Montana 7 Pass warranty, 138,800 km ...................................$6,995 04 Chev Silverado Z-71 Crew/cab 4x4 4dr warranty .................................SOLD 02 Dodge Ram 1500 SLT QuadCab 4X4 warranty ...................................$8,995 98 Ford F250 4wd 3dr warranty .................................................................$6,495

Most of Our Vehicles are Covered by Lubrico Powertrain Warranty

Prices Reduced! ~ We Take Trades Reasonable Offers Considered

PHONE COLLECT FOR KEN 634-7231

AFTER HOURS: Cell: 461-7805

421 - 4th Street – Estevan, Sask.

www.longcreekmotors.carpages.ca e-mail: saleslongcreekmotors@sasktel.net

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

USED CARS

2012 CHRYSLER 300 LTD Loaded, 19,600 kms ........................... $33,900 2010 CHEV COLBALT LT 57,000 kms .......................................... $12,395 2006 DODGE CHARGER RT 52,000 kms ....................................... ..SOLD 2003 CAViLiER 4 dr........................................................................ $3,995

USED TRUCKS/VANS

2012 RAM 2500 LARAMiE 4X4.......................................................$51,995 2012 RAM 1500 Longhorn Fully Loaded ....................................... $44,900 2012 RAM 1500 LARAMiE Fully Loaded ....................................... $39,995 2012 RAM 1500 LARAMiE Fully loaded......................................... $42,995 2012 RAM 1500 SLT Bighorn ....................................................... $34,995 2011 GRAND CHEROKEE LTD Loaded, 73,000 kms ................... $33,900 2011 RAM 1500 OUTDOORSMAN ................................................ $31,900 2010 RAM 2500 5.7 Hemi SLT ....................................................... $25,995 2010 SANTA FE GL 35,000 kms .................................................... $21,900 2010 JEEp pATRiOT 105,000 kms ................................................ $13,995 2009 DODGE JOURNEY RT Loaded, red ...................................... $24,900 2008 RAM 3500 SLT Black, Loaded.................................................$29,900 2008 DODGE 2500 LARAMiE DiESEL .......................................... $28,995 2008 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SXT ......................................... $15,995 2008 GRAND CARAVAN SXT ....................................................... $12,900 2007 DODGE 3500 LARAMiE CREW CAB 1 Ton dually, 80,000 kms........ ......................................................................................................... .$37,900 2007 TOWN AND COUNTRY ......................................................... $12,995 2001 DODGE DAKOTA 4 dr, Leather, Loaded, 116,000 kms ...... $10,995

TRAILERS/MOTORHOMES/RVs

2009 SUNNY BROOK 5TH WHEEL 34 ft, 3 slides, Fire Place, Central Vac, Loaded ...........................................................$39,500 *pLUS AppLiCABLE TAXES*

Career OppOrtunities

NO MORE THAN A 2x6

TENDERS

Estevan Mercury

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS for late model CAT equip: motor scrapers (cushion ride), dozers, excavators, rock trucks, graders (trim operators).

Camp job. Competitive wages plus R & B. Valid drivers license req’d.

Send resume and work references to: Bryden Construction and Transport Co. Inc. Box 100, Arborfield, Sk. S0E 0A0; email: brydenconstruct@xplornet.ca Fax: 306-769-8844

Is hiring Medical Transcriptionists to work from home.

Experienced MTs and CanScribe Career College graduates should apply.

Used Cars

2010 Dodge Challenger SRT8 Black, 28,814 kms ........................$36,900

Used Trucks, Suvs & Vans

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Philippina Catherine Andruschak October 25, 1936 – October 6, 2013 It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Philippina Catherine Andruschak (Holzer).

Phil is survived by her sons, Michael (Sherry), Regina, and James (Mary), Estevan; daughters, Donna (Robin) Cuddington, Lumsden, and Lucille (Marlin) LeBlanc, Estevan; grandchildren, Joshua, Erin (fiancé Jesse Chesney), Travis, Stephen, Mackenzie, Janel, Harrison and Greer; sisters, Evelyn Aspenlieder, Estevan, Bernadette Holzer, Saskatoon and Linda (Barrie) Metz, Estevan; sisters-in-law, Marianne Holzer, Estevan and Martha Holzer, Torquay.

She was predeceased by her husband Alex; granddaughter Kelsey LeBlanc; parents, John and Philomena Holzer; brothers, Sebastian Holzer, Pius Holzer and Richard Holzer; in-laws, Stella (Nick) Nygard, Sophie and Bud Turnbull and Joseph Aspenlieder.

Phil’s family meant the world to her. She tried not to let her lifelong health challenges with her lung condition slow her down until she had no choice during the last couple of years.

A Prayer Service was held on Thursday, October 10, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. in the Chapel of Hall Funeral Services, Estevan. The Funeral Mass was celebrated on Friday, October 11, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. at St. John the Baptist R.C. Church, Estevan, by Rev. Brian Meredith. Interment followed at the Estevan City Cemetery, Estevan.

Those so wishing may make donations to the Saskatchewan Lung Association in Phil’s memory.

The family is grateful for the care Mom received from the wonderful nurses and staff of Estevan Homecare. Special thank you to Dr. Christie for her health care provided over many years.

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William Frederick Larrio January 16, 1937 – October 3, 2013 On Thursday, October 3, Bill Larrio, formerly of Bienfait, passed away in Lampman at the age of 76 years.

Bill is survived by his children, Arlene Larrio (Garth Finnsson), and Trent Larrio; granddaughter Chelsa Marcell; great grandson Mayson Marcell; sister Lucille (Frank) Carlston, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his wife Marilyn; parents, Frederick and Dorothy Larrio and brother Jack Larrio.

A Memorial Service was held on Tuesday, October 8, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. in the Chapel of Hall Funeral Services, Estevan with Doug Third officiating. Interment followed in the Bienfait Cemetery.

Those wishing to make donations in Bill’s memory may do so directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Saskatchewan.

Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Hall Funeral Services, Estevan.

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ST. JOSEPH’S HOSPITAL FOUNDATION (ESTEVAN) St. Joseph’s Hospital relies on donations to fund equipment purchases. Your Memorial Gift honours your loved one and makes it possible for our hospital to continue providing quality care for Estevan and area residents.

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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

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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

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

Phone: 306-634-2190

Fax: 306-634-6845

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

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

St. Giles

Anglican Church Parish of Estevan 317-12th Avenue

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

Faith Lutheran Church Nicholson Centre, Estevan

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

Evening Worship 7:00 p.m.

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

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100 Kin g St ree t Est evan , Sa sk (306) 63 4 -81 33 www.livinghope-ca.org

NOW 22Sunday Sunday services services to NOW to choose choosefrom from * 9:00 am and 11:00 am * With coffee in between 9:00 am and 11:00 am With coffee in between

LIVE RUSSIAN TRANSLATION LIVE RUSSIAN TRANSLATION during service duringthe the 11:00 11:00 amam service

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

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Phone: 306-634-2074

ESTEVAN COMMUNITY CHURCH 1107 - 4th Street

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

ALL WELCOME!

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

Coffee Fellowship Before Church

WELCOME!

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

Trinity Lutheran Church E.L.C.I.C. 738 - 2nd Street, Estevan Church Office: 306-634-5684 SUNDAY WORSHIP AND SUNDAY SCHOOL 10:00 a.m.

Coffee and fellowship after worship Pastor Stewart Miller

His Glory Bible Church

306-634-9191

Sunday Services:

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

Evening Worship - 7 p.m.

Wednesday Meeting - 7 p.m.

SUNDAY WORSHIP & SUNDAY SCHOOL - 11 AM

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

St. Joseph’s Prayer Centre

1033 3rd Street Estevan

Tim Pippus

Office: 306-634-3116

Church of God

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

2 - 4 pm Monday - Friday Series topics change monthly Call for more information

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ST. PAUL’S UNITED CHURCH

Come and Worship With Us

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

CHURCH OF CHRIST

(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

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10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship with Children’s Ministries & Nursery.

7:30 p.m. Fridays theGROVE Youth Ministries

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

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BARRISTERS AND SOLICITORS JOHN J. BILLESBERGER, B.A., LL.B.

1017 Third Street Estevan, Saskatchewan S4A 0R4

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

Dustin Hall - Owner/Funeral Director Allan Styre - Funeral Director Jeff Sully - Funeral Director

1312 - 4th Street, Estevan

Optometrist

Telephone: 306-634-3631 Fax: (306) 634-6901

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

Branch Offices:

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

Gainsborough: Carnduff: Thursday a.m.

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TROBERT LAW FIRM

ORLOWSKI LAW OFFICE Barrister & Solicitor

Stephen J. Orlowski, B.Ed., LL.B.

James F. Trobert

1215 - 5th Street, Estevan

Phone: 306-634-3353

Fax: 306-634-7714

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Reynold Bert Certified Financial Planner

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Windows, Doors, Soffit & Fascia, Siding & Renos, the list goes on.

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High-performance tires People who live in dry climates or drive sports and racing cars can benefit from high-performance tires. These tires are specifically designed to grip the road better and offer superior handling under higher speeds. Because high-performance tires are made of a softer rubber compared to standard tires, they will not last as long as all-season tires.

Snow tires People who live in snowy, icy conditions will benefit from the use of

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Truck Tires Drivers of trucks or sport-utility vehicles often need special truck tires.

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Make sure you prepare your car for the winter roads this year (NC)— In most areas of Canada, winter weather can significantly affect your life on the road and have a major impact on the condition of your car. While necessary on the pavement, salt and sand can wreak havoc on your paint job, leading to unsightly – and unsafe – rust, so preparing the exterior of your car to deal with the reality of the Canadian roads is important.

In doing so, the conditioned exterior will act as a barrier between your paint and the harsh elements, so you'll have a much easier time washing away the grime over the course of the winter.

“A big part of ensuring that your car stays in tip top shape throughout the winter months is cleaning and preparing your vehicle beforehand,” notes Dave Lambert, Brand Manager for Autolgym Canada.

Lambert shares the three essential

steps you can take to properly clean your vehicle in advance of the winter months: • Wash: Regular washing when possible is ideal to remove the salts that accumulate, which will eventually deteriorate wheel arches and the car's undercarriage.

• Polish: After washing your car, you need to polish. A proper polish will restore gloss to dull surfaces and remove the appearance of light scratches and swirls from your paintwork.

• Protect: Waxing is the important final touch, and will seal in the finish achieved from polish, all the while protecting the car from abrasive winter elements such as salt, sand and acid rain. A product like Autoglym High Definition Wax will help to maintain clean, dry, blemish free paintwork.

Other important steps to prepare for

winter driving include: • Checking the health of your battery • Inspecting the condition of your windshield wipers • Topping up antifreeze • Checking your tire pressure and consider installing winter tires • Packing an emergency roadside kit

• Keeping your gas tank as full as possible at all times Cleaning and preparing your car for the winter roads with the above tips can help keep your car running smoothly throughout the winter season.

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Prepare for the unexpected by understanding your insurance (NC) While the majority of Canadians review their insurance policies at least once a year, according to the State of Insurance Report, an annual report commissioned

by TD Insurance, 52% of Canadians wouldn't ask their insurance provider to clarify details they don't understand on their policy.

Dave Minor, a vice president at TD Insurance, provides examples of common questions from Canadians on their insurance policies in an effort to help them become more familiar with their coverage: • I bought an antique

dining room table and chairs, but it was damaged when my toilet water supply valve burst last month. Will I receive the full amount I paid for the set from my insurer?

Replacement value ensures the contents of your home are insured for the amount it would cost to replace them today. However, a standard home policy only covers actual cash value – what you would pay for a similar item at today's costs, less depreciation. Double check your home insurance policy to determine which type of coverage you currently have for the contents of your

home.

• I just bought my first house. How do I meet my mortgage payments if something happens to me? Mortgage life insurance pays the balance of your mortgage if any of the borrowers who are insured pass away, so loved ones are not left with the debt. Term life insurance is another option. This type of policy provides coverage for a lump sum amount for a set number of years at which time it is renewable for a subsequent term. Both of these approaches are lowcost options that will protect your home and family.

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Common sense accident avoidance tips (NC) Imagine if you could program your car to take you where you wanted to go. All you would need to do is just sit back and relax. According to the Property and Casualty experts at Desjardins Insurance, the technology is currently being tested.

The U.S. military has developed driverless supply trucks and both General Motors and Volvo have announced plans to introduce semi-autonomous vehicles before the end of the decade. All are using the same basic technology — a

network of cameras, lasers and sensors that monitor the road and the outside.

These are linked through an onboard computer to control the steering and brakes — either to totally operate the car (with the addition of GPS to navigate the roads) or merely to intervene when necessary to avoid potential collisions. This might sound pretty futuristic, but some of this safety system technology is already included in higher-end vehicles. The net effect from the combination of these technolo-

gies would be to drastically reduce traffic accidents and consequently lead to a major reduction in auto insurance premiums.

It will still be several years before this technology hits the market, so in the meantime here are some reminders to help you avoid an accident: Speeding: This is one of the leading causes of road accidents. Even if you think you are in total control of your vehicle, respect the speed limit. Remember — you're not alone on the road and accidents happen

without warning.

Cellphones at the wheel: Even though you can use your cellphone while driving by way of a hands-free device, it is recommended that you use it as little as possible. Your attention should always be focused on the road, so it's best to eliminate as many distractions as possible.

Drinking and Driving: If you feel you've had a few too many, plan on getting home safely by choosing: • A designated driver • To take a cab

• Public transit • To ask your hosts if you can stay the night Drowsiness at the wheel: As soon as you feel the fi rst signs of fatigue (frequent yawning, itchy eyes, heavy eyelids, etc.), stop at a safe place and rest for a few minutes.

Highway driving and heavy vehicles: Make sure the drivers of heavy vehicles can see you and that you keep a reasonable

distance. You must be able to see one of the vehicle's side mirrors at all times.

Keep in mind when passing a heavy vehicle that the driver may not see you when you are beside him/ her. If you notice the driver starting to change lanes, accelerate or slow down so that he/she can see you.

For more safety suggestions, visit Desjardins Insurance at www.desjardinsgeneralinsurance.com.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

TRUCK

DRIVERS1A or 3A for dump trucks and concrete mix trucks.

We offer competitive wages and group benefits.

RENTAL COORDINATOR Must have the ability to market and coordinate Apex equipment and people. Previous oilfield experience and strong organizational and computer skills are required. Previous dispatch, sales or field experience is preferred. Apex offers excellent pay and benefits.

To learn more about Apex, visit our website at www.apexoil.ca To apply email a resume to hr@apexoil.ca

by October 29, 2013

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

Truck Drivers

Full and part time positions available. Must possess a class 1A license with air endorsement and be capable of driving a tandem truck or single axle for deliveries.

Weekends off.

Company benefits available for both positions & salary based on experience and qualifications.

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

Please send resume to dave.turnbullexcavating@sasktel.net or Fax 306-634-6639

Journeymen Electricians and Apprentices

Parts Representative Senchuk Ford currently has an opening for a Parts Representative. This is a full time position, the successful applicant will possess attentive customer service skills. ADP, Microcat is an asset.

Willing to train the right applicant. Apply in confidence to Blaine Dirks, Parts Manager. blaine@senchuk.com or call 306.634.3696

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

has immediate openings for the following positions •operators •labourers •fork lift driver •lathe operator •1a driver/repair operator wages negotiable based upon experience.

TRICAN WELL SERVICE LTD. is one of Canada’s fastest growing well service companies, providing a comprehensive array of specialized products, equipment and services utilized in drilling, completion, stimulation and reworking of oil and gas wells in the Canadian and International marketplace. At Trican, we base our recruitment practices on the belief that a company’s greatest asset is its people.

Trican provides services in Fracturing, Cementing Acidizing, Coiled Tubing, Nitrogen and related services in our field bases ranging from Fort Nelson, British Columbia to Estevan, Saskatchewan.

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

• Valid Class 1 license • Safe driving skills: fewer than 6 demerit points on drivers abstract • Physical fit-heavy lifting required • Effective interpersonal skills (spoken and written communication) • High school graduate (preferred) How to apply: Preferred Apply Online: jclements@trican.ca Fax: (306) 636-2669 ONLY THOSE SELECTED WILL BE CONTACTED

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

Wage/Salary Info: Depending on experience & qualifications.

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

Interested IndIvIduals can fax resume to (306) 634-8025

Trobert Law Firm WELL SERVICE LTD.

Experience: Safety Certificates are needed.

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

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Receptionist / Legal Assistant

for a small local law firm - duties will include: • Answering phones, scheduling appointments • Filing, typing, correspondence • Invoicing, including receipting and depositing • Some paralegal work Wage is negotiable and will be based on education and experience.

- Includes employee benefits for prescription drugs, dental and optical.

Applications are to include a current Résumé, contact information (both phone and e-mail) and can be forwarded to TLF either by:

E-mail: trobertlaw@sasktel.net Fax: 306.634.9881 Or mailed or dropped off in person to: 305 - 1133 4th Street (2nd Floor Wicklow Centre) Estevan, Saskatchewan S4A 0W6 Application Deadline is:

Monday, October 21, 2013 at 4:00 p.m.

ATCO Energy Solutions has an immediate employment opportunity for the following position in SE Saskatchewan.

OPERATOR Reporting directly to the Area Supervisor, SE Saskatchewan, and is responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the Kisbey Gas Plant and gathering system. The Operator receives assignments under the direction of the Supervisor and continues development on operating procedures and process equipment.

Must be willing to live within a 30 minute response time to the Kisbey Gas Plant.

RESPONSIBILITIES • Maintain close surveillance of all operating conditions to maximize production, process reliability and efficiency.

• Will ensure that all equipment, process area, buildings and perimeter are checked at regular and frequent intervals.

• Report with a work order and be prepared to discuss with the Supervisor any malfunctioning equipment or service requirements.

• Assist other personnel in troubleshooting by making recommendations that will improve and maintain plant efficiency, safety, and operations.

• Assist other Operators in starting up and/or shutting down various pieces of equipment in the process area.

• Be prepared to take immediate and decisive actions in emergencies, plant shutdowns, equipment failures, and plant process deviations.

• Ensure a high standard of safety by ensuring proper procedures are followed in relation to maintenance tasks, and ensuring equipment is properly prepared for maintenance and make suggestions and/or improvements to the above.

QUALIFICATIONS • Good communication and organizational skills.

• A high degree of flexibility.

• A team player.

• Fourth Class Power Engineering Certificate.

• Two years to four years of progressively responsible experience in a plant operations environment.

• Efficient computer skills with a good working knowledge of MS Office.

• Valid Driver’s License.

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply online at atcocareers.com or forward your resume by October 20th to;

Visit us on the Web: www.estevanmercury.ca

ATCO Energy Solutions.

Attn: Human Resources 200, 919 – 11 Avenue S.W. Calgary, Alberta, T2P 4H4 Fax: (403) 513-3750 E-mail: megan.debackere@atcoenergysolutions.com

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Estevan Mercury

CAREER

101 Supreme St. (Shand access road)

SERVICE RIG PERSONNEL Class 1A & 3A Preferred Above Industry Wages Benefits Packages Opportunity for Advancement

OPPORTUNITIES

Please email or fax resume to:

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

AdministrAtion RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Actively participate in our Quality Management System Daily organization and data entry Management of telephone system Maintaining a positive attitude and excellent work ethic Maintain inventory of tools, supplies, stationary products etc.

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Candidate must possess excellent communication skills Maintain working knowledge of MS Excel, MS Word, and Simply Accounting MUST be customer service oriented Ability to multi-task and prioritize work load Professional attitude

We Offer Competitive Wages, Benefits & RRSP programs

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The successful candidate is responsible to manage trucks entering and unloading at the facility, treating and processing of material received at the facility.

Please see our website for the full posting and to apply online at www.gibsons.com/careers.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contatced.

Applicants can apply by the following Email: infor@southeastelectricltd.com or Fax: (306) 452-2022 Location: Carlyle, SK

Swayze Concrete Ltd is a family owned and operated company with locations throughout southern Saskatchewan. We offer employees competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits package, a safe and friendly working environment and promote a healthy work/life balance.

Loader operator (Weyburn Area)

Wages will be determined by level of experience. The position will require day to day maintenance of equipment, light paperwork, and compliance with all of Swayze’s’ policies and procedures.

Skid Steer operator (Weyburn Area)

The operator must possess a Class 1 license. The positions will require day to day maintenance of equipment, light paperwork, and compliance with Swayze’s’ policies and procedures.

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, Innovation and Success, then we’re looking for you.

Now hiring the following positions:

We are currently looking to hire a heavy duty mechanic or mechanic apprentice for the Weyburn area. Candidate must be able to work occasional weekends and overtime hours and must hold a valid class 5 license as some travel may be required. Experience is essential as there are multiple pieces of equipment and vehicles in our fleet. We are willing to train appropriate candidate. The qualified individual should be a team player, who can work well with little supervision.

3-A Drivers (Weyburn Area)

We are currently looking to hire versatile individuals who are able to operate both a ready mix truck as well as a tandem unit for the Weyburn area. Duties to include but not limited to truck driving, competition of paperwork, and routine maintenance of truck. The position will be a permanent full time position. Applicants will be responsible for working independently, operating and maintaining unit and completing all related tasks. This position may require travel and overnight stays out of town, candidate must be able to work overtime and occasional weekends.

Experienced Class 1 Drivers / Operators  Experienced Cement and Acid Operators  Bulk Plant Operator 

Why Canyon?  Dynamic and rapidly growing company  Premium compensation package  New equipment  Paid technical and leadership training  Career advancement opportunities  RRSP matching program

Applicant Requirements:  Self-motivated  Willing to work flexible hours  15 / 6 and 22 / 13 schedules  Safety-focused  Team oriented  Clean Class 1 Drivers abstract

Heavy duty Mechanic (Weyburn Area)

1-A Drivers (Weyburn Area)

We are looking to hire versatile 1A truck drivers for the Weyburn area who are able to operate gravel semi-trucks, tandem trailers, etc. The ability to work overtime hours, occasional evenings and weekends is preferred. Duties to include but not limited to truck driving, completion of paperwork, and routine maintenance of truck. Applicants will be responsible for working independently, operating and maintaining unit and completing all related tasks. This position may require travel and overnight stays out of town.

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.

Please reply with your resume, references any current safety tickets and a current drivers abstract to hiring@swayzecon.com or fax to 306-842-0414. For more information on the company refer to our website at http://www.swayzes.ca.

How to apply: email: hr@canyontech.ca fax: (403) 356-1146 website: www.canyontech.ca

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At The Library...

Baby Time: Thursday, October 24 @ 10:30am or Monday, October 28 @ 7:00-7:30pm For babies up to 18 months & their caregivers. Songs and rhymes, Programs are FREE! bounces and books! This is a fun, interactive parentchild program that ends with a baby-inspired craft.

CHILDRENS PROGRAMS Sharpie-Dyed Coasters: Saturday, October 26 @ 3:30-5:00pm. All ages, under 6 yrs. old need older helper Celebrate National Science and Technology Week by designing beautiful tie-dyed ceramic coasters using Sharpie markers and rubbing alcohol!

Spooktacular Wreaths: Wednesday, October 30 @ 4:30-5:30pm. Ages 8+ Don’t be scared, it’s only a decoration! Celebrate Halloween with your creative side! Low temperature glue guns will be used in this program.

TEEN/ADULT PROGRAMS Hello Computer! Thursdays, October 10th & 24th @ 5:00 & 6:00PM*. *alternate times can be arranged case-by-case. Computers are complicated, but don’t let them get you down. Come and get answers to your computer questions in 30 minute ‘one-on-one sessions.’ Bring your laptop or use a public computer.

Mobile Device Advice. Mondays, October 21st @ 3:00 & 4:00PM Tablets, e-readers and smart phones – oh my! If you’re feeling a little overwhelmed by your mobile device, we are here to help! Join Krista for a 30 minute one on one tutoring session on your device.

Crafter’s Circle. Tuesdays, 29th @ 5:30PM Do you knit, crochet or just enjoy crafting? Enjoy the company of others crafters like yourself. All experience levels welcome. A great opportunity for ongoing support; share your knowledge or benefit from the advice of other crafters. Just bring your own materials and come join the circle.

No pre-registration required. Ages 15 and up.

Sprechen Sie Deutsch? Every Tuesday @ 5:30 PM Welcome back! Join Katharina Ulbrich for an introduction to the German language. This is an ongoing program and will take place at the library every Tuesday from 5:30 to 7:00. The classes are designed to be fun and non-competitive; those who want to learn faster will get extra homework. Call 636-1621 to register. All ages welcome. Held in partnership with the Estevan & District German

ESTEVAN THE ENERGY CITY “Feundschaft” Society.

Cover-to-Cover Book Club. Thursday, October 17th @ 6:30 PM This month’s book is Gone Girl by New York Times Bestselling author, Gillian Flynn. Call Krista to reserve your copy today! New members of all ages always welcome!

Superhero & Masquerade Masks! Saturday, October 19th @ 2:00 PM Make your Halloween costume that much more epic this year with the Estevan Library! Come make your favourite superhero proud by making a cosplay-quality, personalized superhero mask or be the life of the party with your own unique masquerade mask! Ages 13+, must pre-register. Excelsior!

Book Club After Dark. Wednesday, October 23rd @ 6:30 PM Love & Romance come in many forms. Join the Book Club that celebrates them all without shame. This month’s book is Gabriel’s Inferno by Sylvain Reynard. Professor Gabriel Emerson is a well respected Dante specialist by day, but by night he devotes himself to an uninhibited life of pleasure. When the sweet and innocent Julia Mitchell enrolls as his graduate student, his attraction and mysterious connection to her not only jeopardizes his career, but sends him on a journey in which his past and his present collide. Due to the subject matter of the material, adults 18+ only, please. To request a copy or for more information, call Krista.

Unique & Fun pumpkin decorating. Sunday, October 27th @ 2:00PM Want to try a new pumpkin decorating technique for this Halloween? Try out a few of our ideas like “blood” dripping with crayons; use spray, puffy or chalkboard paint; sparkles, and even a drill! Or just come for the seasonal snacks & beverages, & the space to decorate without having to clean up afterwards – win/win! Just bring your own pumpkin(s) & carving tools, all other materials provided. For all ages.

Halloween Coffee House, Wednesday, October 30th @ 7:00 PM Gather together with the guys & ghouls of the Estevan Writer’s Group for an evening of laughs, chills & thrills as they share their Halloween-inspired writings. Refreshments will be provided.

To pre-register or for information call 1-306-636-1621 unless otherwise indicated.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Join our team at the City of Estevan!

We are currently seeking people who have the desire to grow with us, and serve your community. We work at rock concerts, hockey games, maintain the Parks, operate Zambonis and all forms of heavy equipment. We make a difference to your friends, family and neighbors every day.

• Tired of working 12 hour shifts or longer?

• Working long stretches without a day off?

• Routinely miss your kids’ sporting events?

• Can’t stand to miss another family function?

Openings exist for Laborers, Events staff, Executive Assistant, Facility Managers, Foreman and an Electrician.

We offer a competitive wage, benefits and great pension plan. Enjoy stability and opportunity for a strong work-life balance.

For further information, please contact:

Kelvin Pillipow - Human Resources 1102 – 4th Street, Estevan, SK S4A 0W7 Email – hr@estevan.ca

COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER (Dispatcher)

Interested? Contact the Estevan Fire Rescue. They’ll supply the match.

Call 306.634.1850 or stop by 1101 3rd Street, Estevan, Saskatchewan S4A 0R6

KEEP IT CLEAN CAMPAIGN

The Keep It Clean Campaign is a Community Pride Program to keep our city clean all year and thanks are extended to all who have participated so for in 2013. We appreciate your support.

The City will complete a City Wide Pick up from October 21 to 28, 2013.

Only the following will be picked up: • bags of leaves & garden waste • bundled branches less than 4’ long and 6” in diameter FREE WEEKEND AT THE LANDFILL: OCTOBER 26 & 27, 2013

CEMETERY Under restrictions in the City of Estevan Cemetery bylaw Section 7 “Regulations Governing Cemetery” article 7.17 we ask that everyone who has loose objects and memorabilia sitting on/around the gravesites at the Estevan City Cemetery to remove them during the winter months, October 16, 2013 – April 14, 2014 inclusive. The City assumes no responsibility for missing or damaged memorabilia, vases or flowers. Vases must be inverted and locked into place. HAPPENING WHAT’S After October 16, 2013 Cemetery employees will be removing any remaining memorabilia and flowers as well THE ESTEVAN ARTS COUNCIL? as inverting AT vases. These items will be placed in storage until January 16, 2014. If items remain unclaimed they will be disposed of. “promoting the arts in OUR community” This bylaw is in place to avoid injury or incident during the winter months and snow removal.

Subscribe A copy of our City of Estevan bylaw is available at the Now! Leisure Centre office for your reference.

2013-2014 concert season:

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Celtic Tenors – Musica Intima – Elmer Iseler Singers WHAT’S HAPPENING Ballet Jörgen (Romeo & Juliet) – Guy & Nadina – Everything Fitz

drumming) and

Wide Open Theatre: “Massive Munsch” (stories come

“promoting artsforSubscribe in OUR community” SaskatchewanSubscribe Now! alive with puppets)the Stars Now! Celtic Tenors – Musica Intima – Elmer Iseler Singers

Duties and Responsibilities: The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent interpersonal communication skills. This person will handle incoming telephone calls, general public inquiries and complaints, and will communicate via radio transmissions with members on patrol.

Must be able to work independently under stress as well as produce a high degree of accuracy.

Application packages can be picked up at the Estevan Police Service or mailed out upon request. Only successful candidates will be contacted.

Please return the completed package with an updated resume in a sealed envelope to: Chief of Police Estevan Police Service 301-11th Ave.Estevan, Sask. S4A 1C7

BYLAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER Hours of Work: Full Time - Monday to Friday Duties and Responsibilities: Enforcement of City of Estevan Bylaws, Property Maintenance, Parking Enforcement, and Animal Control.

Respond to incoming complaints and general public inquiries regarding Bylaws.

Issue tickets for Bylaw offences and maintain a daily report management system.

The Successful Candidate: Must possess a valid driver’s license Must have suitable computer skills Must possess excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Must be able to work independently and efficiently.

Must be able to understand and work within the justice system.

Must pass a Police Security Clearance Process.

Successful applicant will be placed on a one year probationary period.

Applications are available at the Estevan Police Service. Return completed applications including a resume to: Chief of Police Estevan Police Service 301-11th Ave. Estevan, Sask. S4A 1C7 Phone: 306-634-4767 Only successful candidates will be contacted.

PUBLIC NOTICE Lot for Sale-By Draw

‘DOMINION HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION-PHASE 2’ The City of Estevan gives Notice that it will be conducting a lot draw for the sale of 1 Single-family residential lot (1918 Matte Court-Lot 23 Block 168) that has become available in the Dominion Heights Phase 2 subdivision.

The draw will be held on Friday, October 25, 2013, 8:30am. Interested participants are required to register their name with the Land Development Services Division no later than Thursday, October 24, 2013, 4:30pm. To be eligible for the draw all participants must be in attendance at the time the draw is made and must enter into a purchase agreement should their name be drawn.

Registrants are advised that the Conditions of Sale will include: Market Adjusted Lot Purchase price set at $118,884.00 plus G.S.T & transfer fees.

50% (non-refundable) downpayment, with remainder of purchase price to be paid within 6 months of purchase agreement date.

Construction to commence within 6 months of purchase agreement date.

For further information please contact the Land Development Services Division, 1102 Fourth Street, Estevan, Saskatchewan, (306) 634-1821.

2013-2014 concert season: POTTERY WITH BARB GORETZKY Ballet Jörgen (Romeo & Juliet) – Guy & Nadina – Everything Fitz th th Saturday October 5Koncerts and Sunday 10:00-5:00 for Kids-October Subscribe6Now! Come and experience a specialized ofSaskatchewan pottery. This class is for intermediate or for L’Aubergine Burletta Stars ~ Fubukiform Daiko (reinventing traditional Japanese drumming) advanced potters. Cost is $240 Ages 15+ Celtic Tenors – Musica Elmer come Iseler Singers and Wide Open Theatre: “MassiveIntima Munsch”– (stories alive with puppets) PINTEREST CHALLENGE PINTEREST CHALLENGE Ballet Jörgen (Romeo & Juliet) – Guy & Nadina – Everything Fitz Visual Arts Classes YOUTH ART DISCOVERY Are you addicted to Pinterest, but tired of pinning things and never Are you addicted to Pinterest, but tired of pinning things and never Youth Art Discovery – Pathway to Passion – Wood Carving – Pottery: Hand October 9 (6 weeks) trying them? Then takeStarting the PinterestWednesday, Challenge at the EAGM and join trying them?

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COST: $40/person Cost is $110.00 Ages 7-13.

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November 19 - December 19 • 6:10, 9:10 am, 12:10 & 5:30 pm

Registration fee: $100 Call info centre desk at 306-634-1876 to register.

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FREE SWIM FRIDAY OCTOBER 18 & 25 4-6 PM BEGINNER PHOTOGRAPHY

This fall, the EAGM is excited to expand on the success of our winter photography classes. Please contact Karly at 634-7644 for more information on upcoming photography sessions this fall, and stay tuned for exciting classes such as Beginners Guide to Camera Settings and Night Photography! Dates, times and cost to be announced.

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NOTICE OF LOCAL IMPROVEMENT SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS

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Estevan Mercury

Midale community happenings Catrina Moldenhauer Correspondent

Volunteers are needed for the school’s fluoride rinse program. Everything is ready to go, and everything is pre-packaged this year, so you don’t even have to mix anything up. If you can help out, please call the school and talk to Tara-Lee McIndoe.

The Midale Rec Board’s Annual Trade, Craft and Bake Sale will be held this year on Dec. 7 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Call Catrina Moldenhauer to book your table. Tables are $20 each.

The hockey rink is now open and ready for action. There are not a whole lot of ice times during the week, but most weekends are open. Some Weyburn teams started using the ice on Oct. 15. The Midale Petroleum

Novice Storm practice today for the first time as do the Mustangs. The Midale Mustangs’ home opener against Wawota will be on Nov. 8 at 8 p.m. The Midale Skating Club will begin skating Oct. 17 and the Mini Mustang Initiation team will begin practising here on Oct. 23. The Midale rink’s cellphone number is 306-458-7555 and is equipped with voicemail, call display, texting and e-mail. The Midale rink’s e-mail is midalerink@gmail. com. Catrina also keeps a Google calendar as up to date as possible, so if you are looking for ice times, you can always look for the Midale rink Google calendar to take a look at what is open. If you need to book ice on the hockey side or book meetings, wedding receptions, etc. on the curling side, please call the rink. If you would like to book ice on the curling side, please get in touch with

Brad Eggum or Joe Vilcu.

The Midale Lions Club is already planning for their fall projects. Bingo dates will be held Oct. 6, and Dec. 8 will be the Christmas bingo. They will be held at 2 p.m. at the Midale Seniors Centre. The Santa Parade this year will be held on Nov. 2. Please start preparing your floats, ponies, wagons or whatever you would like to put in the parade.

The parade will gather and start from Manley Park at 11 a.m., so please be at the park by 10 a.m. The judges will be there as well as the first responders. There will be different categories this year but all prizes will be ribbons for first, second and third places. After the parade, the Lions will be having a lunch at the Midale Civic Centre at a minimal cost of $5. They will also have a fish pond at a cost of three fish for one dollar. The Lions

members are quite excited and hope you are too, and they would like you to please invite your friends to enter as well. Please call Marilyn or Wayne Gust to enter a float or to receive more information.

Midale Skating Club is pleased to announce they have found a coach for the CanSkate program to run again this year.

The coach is coming out of Weyburn and the club is so thankful to have found her.

Skating will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4 to 5 p.m. Registration was held on Sept. 19, but if you were unable to attend please call Michelle Kleinsasser to register your child. The cost of the skating this year is $160. It will run from Oct. 17 until near the end of March.

Until next week Midale and area, have a great week!

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