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Leave your stuffed shirt at the door.

Over a half century has passed since the first MR MIKES opened in BC. Now the latest (and best) version is opening here in Yorkton.

The term steakhouse usually brings associations of a high end, expensive eatery. That’s not what you’ll experience when MR MIKES Steakhouse Casual opens in Yorkton later this year. Prepare yourself for something a little different. Okay, a lot different.

“Antler Ale” and “Big Horn Lager” beers, specially brewed by Okanagan Springs Brewery.

Opening in 1960, the very first MR MIKES was the ultimate definition of ‘casual’.

A cafeteria-style grill where you served yourself a salad while waiting to pick up your steak. An affordable way to enjoy high quality beef, it was also highly successful, growing into a chain of unique, no-frills steakhouses known for good quality, sensibly priced food.

Steak without the attitude.

That concept has evolved over the last half century, but still embodies all the things our customers have come to love - high quality, value & friendly surroundings. No pretentions.

No airs. No attitudes.

“Our menu is varied for every taste, including pastas, stirfrys and salads. Our steaks are all fresh centre-cut AAA Canadian beef and

Two experiences in one.

Many restaurants have lounges. Even more have sports bars. Nobody has an urbanLODGE. “The Lodge” is unique and refreshingly relaxed, with an upbeat urban flare.

Relaxed and welcoming. Immediately comfortable. An ideal place to unwind with friends and enjoy a generous selection of tasty and creative martinis, quality wines and signature

Homey yet quietly tasteful. Refreshingly irreverent. Subversively edgy. And well worth it. The urbanLODGE is an undeniably Canadian experience.

“MR MIKES is down-to-earth, yet sophisticated,” states Barry Hilderman, MR MIKES General Manager and operating partner. “Natural woods, comfy furniture, great food, excellent beverages and fun people trained to keep it real, not trendy.”

we’re looking forward to introducing everyone to our famous Mikeburger®, the burger that won the west.”

Yorkton will be the first MR MIKES Steakhouse Casual to open its doors in this province. Three other locations will follow soon after in Regina, Moose Jaw and Saskatoon.

“I’ve lived and worked in Yorkton area all my life and raised my family here,” Hilderman adds. “Knowing what I know about my business partners and this franchise, I’m extremely excited at what we’re bringing to town.”

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September/October 2012 VOLUME 1 ISSUE II

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ach new season brings with it hopes, plans and dreams and has its unique charm, bringing us a chance to make some changes in our homes and wardrobes as we prepare for colder weather. As this issue of Fine Lifestyles Parkland hits the streets, there will no doubt be signs that the change of season from summer to fall is about to take place. Children will be getting ready for a new school year, anxious to move up a grade and talk about what they did over the summer with new and old friends. Teachers will be busy planning their academic calendar and many people in the region will be enjoying the remaining days of their family summer vacation.

In this edition, we can relive some of the excitement that was prevalent this summer, such as the 100th anniversary of the Calgary Stampede. Rodeos are part of a tradition for many Saskatchewan men and women who travel the circuit.

Who can resist the action of the bull riding, the comedic antics of the clowns and the thrill of the wagon races?

Rodeo competitors from across the continent work hard at winning those coveted championship titles. A rodeo and all its excitement is part of our western heritage.

We also have a fabulous article about Yorkton’s Samara Yung. Winner of the Female Artist of the Year and the Single of the Year at the Saskatchewan Country Music Awards, Samara is a brightly shining star singing her way up to the top of the Canadian country music charts.

And if that’s not enough to entice you how about Master Chef Gordon Ramsay sharing his favourite veggie recipes with us? All of this plus learning about local businesses and events and more is inside this issue. So what are you waiting for? Grab your favourite beverage, sit back and welcome to Fine Lifestyles Parkland. Personally, I can’t think of a more pleasant way to welcome the coming of fall.

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In-house Design annalisa raho annalisa@finelifestyles.ca Kaley Tumback kaleyt@finelifestyles.ca

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Contributing Writers Jack Dawes Candace Fox Ken Beattie

Meredith Heron Charlie Calarco ellen Miles

Tobie Hainstock Meredith Heron Jennifer Tatton

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Featured Contributors Meredith Heron MEREDITH HERON

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Jessanna Jones Jessanna Jones is an enthusiastic, creative photographer with over six years of photography experience. She believes a beautiful photograph has two components: Photographing a moment in which a beautiful memory is captured; and then processing into a work of art.

“My goal and aim as a photographer, is not only to capture my clients special moment’s, but give them back as beautiful tangible works of art that they can cherish for a life time.” www.jessannajones.com

Tobie Hainstock Tobie Hainstock started in media in 2001 as a sales representative and feature writer for a small Saskatchewan newspaper. Later, Hainstock went to work as a Certified Radio Copywriter at Rawlco Radio in Prince Albert. In 2006, Hainstock moved to CTV Regina and worked as a writer/producer.

From 2008 to 2010, Hainstock worked in film production during which time she was nominated for a SaskFilm Showcase Award. Since leaving film, Hainstock has been freelancing for various newspapers and magazines throughout Saskatchewan. Hainstock provides creative services to newspapers, magazines and businesses including writing and proofreading.

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Doug joined Fine Lifestyles in July of 2012 orthe designing fromofnew, during early stages FineMeredith Lifestyles is available travel to help Parkland.

Withtohisconsult strong or marketing you make it fabulous. and 10 and advertising background years in the area, he knew it was a great opportunity.

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veryone has a story, but some lend themselves to a dramatic telling more easily than others. Lucian Matis has been on a meteoric rise that took him from growing up in the aftermath of the Romanian Revolution to television appearances and critical success in a new country.

For Matis, the renowned Toronto designer, his story begins in Transylvania, the scenic, mountainous region in northern Romania that evokes dark images of ominous castles and vampires for many.

Not so for Lucian, who recalls an idyllic childhood, “My memories are mostly about art and painting for hours and hours every day,” he recalled.

“That’s where I actually practiced a lot of my sketching and my artistic side.”

MATIS: CANADA’S DESIGN PHENOM

Viorica Matis, Lucian’s mother, owned a company that designed and manufactured clothes. So while Lucian developed his artistic ability, he also worked side-by-side in the family business. “I grew up in fashion. It felt like it was part of me, like when you eat or when you breathe.”

His love for fashion was helped along by his unique schooling. The school system in Romania is somewhat similar to what we are used to—it runs from Kindergarten to Grade 12—but there are some distinct differences, largely related to the Soviet-style of education. After eighth grade, students take national exams that test academic ability and career aptitude. Those who fail the test are channelled into labour and trade occupations. Those who pass get to go to high school. The few who score in the highest percentiles can basically specialize in their chosen field. For 14-year-old Lucian Matis, this meant an opportunity to attend the Sibiu Art Institute. He moved away from the small village where he grew up to Sibiu, a major Transylvanian city.

It was a very different world and the 1990s were hard times in Romania following the 1989 revolution. But life wasn’t so bad for the young prodigy.

“You could say that I designed my way through high school,” he said. The teachers gave Lucian preferential treatment in return for designing and

making clothes them.Those Thoseearly earlydesigns designswere were aa far far cry making clothes forforthem. from haute couturehehecurrently currentlyexhibits exhibitson onthe the fashion fashion from thethe haute couture runways Torontobut butthey theywere wereaabeginning. beginning. runways ofof Toronto fact, didn’t eventhink thinkofofhimself himselfas asaafashion fashion designer designer In In fact, hehe didn’t even until he moved to Canada.

“My sister [Ica] moved to until he moved to Canada. “My sister [Ica] moved to Canada in ’95 and then my mom came in ’97 to visit and Canada in ’95 and then my mom came in ’97 to visit and loved it,” he said. “She fell in love with the flowers. She sheshe loved it,” he said. “She fell in love with the flowers. She loved how peaceful it was and calm.” loved how peaceful it was and calm.”

Two years later, after selling her business and dealing with Two years later, after selling her business and dealing with paperwork in both Romania and in Canada, she left home paperwork in year-old both Romania and and in Canada, she left home with her 19 son Lucian moved to Toronto.

She with her 19 year-old son Lucian and moved to Toronto.

She went to work as a seamstress for a variety of companies went to he work as a seamstress for a variety ofofcompanies while attended Ryerson University’s School Fashion. while he attended Ryerson University’s School of Fashion.

Lucian wasted no time in making an impression winning Lucian wasted nooftime in making impression winning the Fur Council Canada Award, an Le Chateau’s Menswear theCompetition, Fur Councilthe of Canada Le Chateau’s People’s Award, Choice Award for Best Menswear Sketch, the Competition, People’s Choice Award for Best Sketch, the Alfred Sungthe Award for Great Design Talent and was a semiAlfred Sung Award for Great Young DesignDesigner Talent and was a semifinalist in the International Competition all finalist theattending International Young Designer Competition all whileinstill school.

In 2003, Ryerson granted Matis an early graduation. while still attending school. In 2003, Ryerson granted Matis an early graduation.

After leaving school, he was hired as a designer and a buyer for Costa Blanca Urban before he was After leaving school, heand was hiredBehaviour as a designer and a offered to the role of Creative Director at Sirens.

By 2007, buyer for Costa Blanca and Urban Behaviour before he was he was to of launch his first collection underByhis2007, own offered to ready the role Creative Director at Sirens.

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by Lucian designed under exclusively for hebrand. was ready to launch his Matis, first collection his own The Shopping Channel, launched at L’Oreal Fashion brand.

Daphne by Lucian was Matis, designed exclusively for week to accolades fromwas around the industry.

The Shopping Channel, launched at L’Oreal Fashion week to accolades from around the industry.

After this, his rising star garnered him the attention of TV producers. His designs were shown on the 2007 season After this, his rising star garnered him the attention of TV finale of Canada’s Next Top Model. But most people will producers. His designs were shown on the 2007 season recognize him from Slice’s Project Runway Canada, where he finale of Canada’s Next Top Model. But most people will finished in second place. recognize him from Slice’s Project Runway Canada, where he finished in second place.

Since then, Matis has kept his star rising with his critically acclaimed Matis by Lucian Matis line and the haute couture Since then, Matis kept Matis his starRunway rising with his critically counterpart, thehas Lucian Collection.

Now acclaimed Matis by Lucian Matis line and the haute couture mom and son are again working side by side only this time counterpart, the Lucian Matis Runway Collection. Now in Lucian’s studio. mom and son are again working side by side only this time in Lucian’s studio.

This spring, Matis brought his new fall line to Saskatchewan.

The soft-spoken yet gregarious designer was as big a hit as This hiswho newpacked fall lineatoshow Saskatchewan. hisspring, clothesMatis with brought the ladies on Second Avenue in Saskatoon for the designer Paramount Boutique.

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In addition to previewing his fall clothing line, Matis unveiled a previously unseen line of eyewear. The glasses are just the beginning, He his hasfall plans to expand his enterprise In addition to though. previewing clothing line, Matis unveiled significantly in theline coming months, menswear, a previously unseen of eyewear.

Theincluding glasses are just the furniture though. and fabrics. beginning, He has plans to expand his enterprise significantly in the coming months, including menswear, “I’m the kind of person who gets bored very easily,” he furniture and fabrics. said. “That’s why I’m doing eyewear, I’m doing home décor,

“I’m the kind of person who gets bored very easily,” he said. “That’s why I’m doing eyewear, I’m doing home décor,

I’m doing so many other things. It’s just getting broader and broader, so I’m hoping soon to actually have a lifestyles Lucian Matis collection. Behind the scenes there are, of course, a lot of things people don’t know about,” he said. “I’d say the glamour is maybe five per cent. The rest of it is just hard work and passion.

One thing learned that if you’re not passionate about Make under the I’ve Covers youris go-to what you do, especially in fashion, place today! Book a party, shop, or you’ve got to give it up right a lotyou of work.” even justaway, ask because questionsit’s(that may have no one else to ask!). They are preparing toand launch always Lucian open tois discussion, wanthis abstract fall/winter 2012-13 his two labels, Lucian Matis and MATIS by Lucian to makecollection you feelfor comfortable finding Matis.

He is quickly reaching star status in the fashion design what you need.

Discretion assured. world.

Mail order catalogs available soon and you can also check them out online at www.underthecovers.ca.

In the meantime, Matis did something he has not done since coming to Canada a decade ago. Immediately following the Come out from under covers and he took a much deserved fashion show YOUR in Saskatchewan, FLP come into OURS. FLS vacation.

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Music. Maybe electronic music.

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Because it is a beautiful, safe place.

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Michelangelo. He always has been.

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did you know you were going to be a professional fashion designer?

When I was 18 years old.

I didn’t realize I always had been a designer.

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Phoebe Decelles Under the Covers Owner

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oys, lingerie, lubricants, massage oils, novelties, casual loungewear, menswear, hosiery, bras, and more.

Welcome to Under The Covers!

Twelve years ago, Phoebe Decelles began doing in-home party presentations in Yorkton and area with adult merchandise.

Within four years, the growing customer base and demand for product prompted the opening of the retail store. In 2006,

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the store was relocated to 30 Betts Avenue, downtown Yorkton, where it remains today.

‘hysteria,’ and are a great addition to any relationship, whether it’s with another person…or yourself!”

“The past 8 years has definitely been a learning experience“, says Phoebe, “and it’s nice to see that as each year passes, coming in to the “sex shop” is becoming less and less taboo. Sex toys have been around since the 1800’s, when they were used in Doctor’s offices to treat

The store stocks a wide variety of adult toys, from tame to wild, for experienced users to newbies, as well as a large selection of lubricants and massage products in all price points. Bachelor and bachelorette novelties are available, as well as miscellaneous novelties and

naughty greeting cards for birthdays, office parties, anniversaries, stocking stuffers, or just because.

A few months back, Under the Covers added specialty bras to the line of products offered.

Fantasie, Elomi, Goddess, Wacoal, Pleasure State, FitFully Yours, Van Elle, Q-T, Affinitas, Delta Burke, and Marilyn Monroe are a few of the bra brands carried, and while there is a good selection of in-stock bras, new ones are added each month.

“Our goal is to have enough of a selection so that every woman who walks in the door will have a choice of bras that fits her well and is suited to her lifestyle,” Phoebe states. Bras are available from A to N cup, 30 to 58 band, and the friendly staff at Under the Covers can measure you if you are unsure of what size you should be wearing.

Under the Covers also has a great

selection of casual loungewear and robes—Kayanna, Blush, Wild Bleu, Simon Chang, and Montelle, to name a few. Many are made from bamboo fibers that absorb moisture and wick it away from the body, making them a great fix for anyone that likes to stay dry and cool.

Lingerie is offered in sizes small to plus 6X. Baby dolls, chemises, teddies, shelf bras, garter belts, body stockings, corsets, bustiers, and undergarments ranging from crotchless, to ruffles, to barely there, to full-on grannies, and much more. Costumes, wigs, gloves, boas, and tutus are also stocked year round, as are women’s slips and shaping garments.

A big boost in men’s undergarments is scheduled for the upcoming months; slinky, kinky and just plain old everyday wear, plus robes and bamboo loungewear, making Under the Covers a place for everyone to shop.

Make under the Covers your go-to place today! Book a party, shop, or even just ask questions (that you may have no one else to ask!). They are always open to discussion, and want to make you feel comfortable finding what you need. Discretion assured.

Mail order catalogs available soon and you can also check them out online at www.underthecovers.ca.

Come out from under YOUR covers and come into OURS. FLP

Under the Covers 30 Betts Avenue Yorkton, SK 306 782-7982 1 866 585.7982 www.underthecovers.ca

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The Sound of Peace

By Jennifer TaTTon Photos Dan STumph

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ave you ever stepped into a place and found yourself completely at peace? That is how it feels to step into Sonja Pawliw’s Healing and Meditation Garden.

When I pull up to Sonja’s house it is not hard to see that there is something different about her home compared to other houses on the block. The front yard is full of beautiful flowers that extend out to the street. But that is nothing compared to what I see when I step into her back yard. The garden

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that she has there took my breath away.

Colourful flowers grow uninhibited as small statues of the Virgin Mary, angels, saints and woodland creatures live together in harmony. Handmade stepping stones lead me to quiet spots for meditation and reflection where I can sit and enjoy the peace and quiet. As we walk through the garden, Sonja can tell me exactly what each plant is and where she got it and what inspired her to add it.

I first got to see Sonja’s garden in May when my yoga class met there for a

group meditation. I did not even realize this place existed even though I have been living in Yorkton for the last seven years and grew up in the area. I thought to myself “how can I not know such a wonderful place was right here in my hometown?” Here I was looking for inspiring retreats in exotic places, when I had this beautiful space just a little way from where I live.

Sonja’s garden has been open to the public for 22 years. When it was first suggested to her that she open her garden

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to the public, she was a little nervous at first, but once people started coming and she saw how much people loved it, she says she never looked back. She wanted a hobby to keep her busy after she retired and so she started her garden.

Now Sonja is 84 and what started as a little English garden retirement project has become an enchanted place that is a delight to both young and old.

Sonja is one of eleven children but says she was felt she was raised as an only child because she was went off to stay with her grandma and grandpa frequently because she admits she was somewhat of a handful. It was there that she was able to channel her busy ways into art and gardening. She recalls it was truly rewarding because she was able to develop all her talents living there. She has always liked working outdoors and with nature.

As if her garden weren’t enough, Sonja is also a gifted artist and writer, creating beautiful mosaics from broken china which have won her awards. Many of these mosaics adorn her home and garden and others she sells. She says she started doing the mosaics when one of the Christian brothers from the church brought her an old wash basin that the brothers used to wash in. They were remodelling the church and had no use for it anymore and he thought she would like it to plant in. Instead she remembered a magazine article she read about how to make mosaics.

While Sonja never did find the magazine, the mosaics she created still speak for themselves. She also paints; her home is like a mini art gallery. Sonja inspires people through her garden, her art, her stories, and even her smile.

The Healing and Meditation Garden is open to the public from June first to September first each year. To see it, all you need to do is to give Sonja a call.

There is no charge for admission but Sonja gratefully accepts donations which are used to add to the garden or give to the church or other charities. And don’t forget to sign the guestbook. People from all over the world have visited her garden. Just a few of the places she recalls are Israel, Germany, Great Britain, the Netherlands as well as countless people from across Canada and the US. There are usually over one hundred

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tanning lotions and the highly anticipated Mystic Tan HD. Jesse Kwasnicia, owner of Tantalize Tanning Studio is no stranger to Yorkton.

Born and raised in the city, Jesse returned after ten years of living in Saskatoon and all over the USA – not to mention some further travel adventures around the globe. His return home though, came with a slight frustration, “I was an avid

tanner in Saskatoon, and moving back we only had one tanning salon and it was very popular...very booked up,” states Kwasnicia. His ‘light bulb’ moment turned into a business venture. Jesse took inspiration from his own travels and preferences to create an upscale studio that would not only service Yorkton, but would offer a completely different tanning experience than their competitor. “I want people to enjoy their

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Tantalize customers will have full access to the crème de la crème of tanning beds, ranging from levels one through three. Lay down and stand up options are available in the studio’s most powerful beds. The Mystic Tan HD offered only at Tantalize Tanning Studio is the best option for light skinned clients insists Kwasnicia, “Not everybody can achieve a certain type of tan, so the Mystic Tan offers that light-skinned person the ability to get a nice, golden tan.” The all natural – organic plant infused tanning bed alternative will give clients amazing results regardless of their skin tone or type with no UV exposure.

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arkland College offers a variety of programs and services to meet the needs of students in the Parkland region. The College offers master’s degrees, bachelor’s degrees, diplomas, certificates, and adult basic education.

Catering to the needs of its students, Parkland offers many advantages that other schools simply cannot boast.

No matter what program you enter, you can be guaranteed a quality education at Parkland College. Small class sizes, ample Career & Student Services, and reputable instructors make the environment at Parkland so inviting.

With campuses in Canora, Esterhazy,

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Fort Qu’Appelle, Melville, and Yorkton, as well as training centres in Yorkton and Kamsack, the College wants to reach out and help as many potential students as possible. Its locations make education and career placement more accessible to all, and provide plenty of opportunity for you to be involved with the natural world through hiking, fishing, boating, golfing, or whatever you enjoy.

Another significant advantage of attending Parkland College is its focus on co-operative education. In many programs students can apply for work term placements and even get paid while gaining valuable knowledge and

experience. This mutually beneficial relationship is extremely valuable to both the student and the employer.

“We’ve worked with businesses and the community for 39 years to make it possible for students to obtain work placements and careers,” says Natasha Katchuk, marketing coordinator. A wellmatched work placement can lead to a career, and empowers the student with professional networking opportunities.

When taking university programs through Parkland, you are a student of the University of Regina or Saskatchewan, meaning there is never a worry about

transferring credits. Your professors are accredited teachers of those universities, assuring quality education.

Parkland College offers financial advantages as well. Students at Parkland College collected over $100,000 in scholarship money this year alone, and that number continues to grow. There are many scholarship opportunities available for new and existing students, making education more financially feasible for many. Because there is a variety of scholarships and criteria, you don’t need to have the highest marks to be eligible.

Another exciting prospect is the proposed Trades and Technology Centre that will be built in the near future. PotashCorp has offered to match community and industry donations up to $1.225 million.

This state of the art facility will provide trades students the training space that is not currently available in Yorkton.

Students will benefit from world-class equipment and resources, and the best instructors and staff.

Featured programs this fall include the Multi-Mechanical Trades from SIAST. The Multi-Mechanical program allows grads to pursue employment as mechanics in the truck transport, heavy equipment, agricultural machinery, and

automotive repair industries.

Parkland College also offers the popular Professional Fire-Fighter and Primary Care Paramedic programs in Melville, and the Practical Nursing Diploma program in Yorkton. The next paramedic program runs from November to March, while the next fire-fighter platoon begins in March. Practical nursing runs from February 2013 to November 2014.

The Career & Student Services team at the College provide easy access to resources and supports that will improve your academic performance as well as your well being. Here you have access to advisers, counsellors, tutors, and resources to help you land the job you want. This team can help you prepare for your academia, as well as your life after school.

Parkland College’s readiness to accommodate any and all students is what makes it so successful. The College has a mandate to help students with different backgrounds transition smoothly to the school. It is the only regional college in Saskatchewan actively recruiting international students.

With English as an Additional Language training readily available, along with the laundry list of student resources, newcomer students are made to feel as

comfortable as possible while gaining access to the Canadian work force.

Also renowned for its work with Aboriginal communities, Parkland is proud to take part in providing workshops and educational programming in partnership with Aboriginal people.

Training is customized and can be delivered on site to offer better accessibility.

To further your education and create career options to better your life, visit the friendly staff at Parkland College.

They can help you choose the program that suits your lifestyle. FLP

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Samara Yung:

Typical

SaSkatchewan Girl?

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veryone loves to brag about the successes of our local people and in Saskatchewan we are no different. Recently Fine Lifestyles had the opportunity to sit down with Yorkton’s own Samara Yung. With the release of her new CD July Rain and music video Mardi Gras, which has been picked up by CMT, this talented lovely young country music artist is turning heads in the music industry.

Performing has been in Yung’s blood right from the start. “I always knew I was going to do something on stages,” Yung says, “but singing is where my heart is. I just love getting on stage, interact with the audience and just sing.” Yung laughs as she shares that her mother often recalls hearing her daughter sing herself to sleep.

Coming from a musical family, with a father who had a band since high school and a grandfather who played drums, it’s no surprise that she is a natural performer.

Yung got her start in country music at the tender age of eight when her father’s band was working on covering the Martina McBride song Independence Day. “My

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dad heard me singing it and thought it was good so he got me singing with his band,” she explains.

Things really began to take off for Yung in 2005 when she won the GX94 Star Search Contest. Winning the contest allowed Yung to release two singles to radio which were produced by Steve Fox. From there things have been non-stop for Yung. New experiences opened up such going on tour with Saskatchewan Express, performing at Big Valley Jamboree and on Kinsmen TeleMiracle; not to mention the release of her debut CD in 2009 which was produced by Steve Fox. This was the same year that , Yung was deservedly nominated for seven Saskatchewan Country Music Awards, including Female Vocalist of the Year, Rising Star, Song, Single and Album of the year.

Things just keep moving forward for Yung as she tells of being at the 2011 Canadian Country Music Awards (CCMA) where she met up with music video director Stefano Barbera. Her meeting up with him was truly a turning point for Yung as plans developed to make a music video

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of her single Mardi Gras. An exciting time in Yung’s career, she describes the experience of video producing as, “the day of my life except for my wedding.” Yung speaks highly of her director stating that his professionalism made making her first video a very positive experience. “I let Stefano do what he does best,” says Yung, “He knows what looks good on camera and I trusted him completely.”

Yung’s trust in her director proved wise, on March 14, 2012 the Mardi Gras video was picked up by Country Music Television (CMT) on medium rotation. Yung was at work in a local pharmacy when she got the news and was thrilled at the encouragement and good wishes she received from both her co-workers and customers.

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But it doesn’t stop there for Yung who, in April was nominated for five Saskatchewan Country Music Awards including Entertainer of the Year, Song of the Year (Everything Matters), Single of the Year (Everything Matters), Album of the Year (July Rain) and Female Artist of the Year. Yung describes being nominated as an honour and winning Single of the Year and Female Artist of the Year as a truly thrilling experience.

Thrilling experiences just keep happening to Yung as she was among the top ten female artists nominated for the CCMA’s Female Artist of the Year. “It’s indescribable to say what it’s like to be listed in the same category as artists like Terri Clarke,” Yung expresses.

Although she didn’t make the final ballot this year, it’s clear to see that it won’t be long before she is one of the first names of Canadian Country music.

Describing herself as a ‘typical Saskatchewan girl’, Yung states that she is fortunate to have a strong base of family and friends who are supportive of her love for music and performing. She also expresses that she is privileged to live in a great community that stands behind her and her dreams. This ‘typical Saskatchewan girl’ is destined for a far from typical career. Look out music industry, here comes Samara Yung. FLP

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t’s a rare event that the team at the Yorkton Co-op meat department can’t create your custom cut or fill your special order. In fact, meat department manager Ron Harvey says they’ve managed to fill some pretty strange orders in his time.

“We’ve been here long enough, we could probably find anything for you,” said Harvey. And if the improbable happens and they can’t fill your order, they’ll send you to someone who can.

There’s a certain friendly, down-home atmosphere at the Yorkton Co-op meat department, and that’s due in part to their long-standing staff. Harvey has

been with the Co-op for almost 30 years and he’s worked with some of his staff for 20 years. The staff has over 110 years combined experience.

style with garlic. Their smoked sausages include farmers’ sausage, old-fashioned Ukrainian, honey garlic pepperoni, elk and bison.

“If you phone in and you say you need 45 hot dogs and two cases of burgers, it’ll be ready for you as soon as you walk in the door.”

“All my people came from the local area,” If their made in-store items don’t have Plus, you can pick up buns, condiments, said Harvey. “Everybody knows us; we’ve what you’re looking for, you’ll almost refreshments, and anything else you all been here for so long, we’re part of certainly find what you need in their need while you’re at the Co-op. the picture. We’re approachable, friendly national brand products — one of the and knowledgeable.” largest selections in town.

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Sept 3, 2012 Labour Day

Sept 16, 2012 Melville Golf and Country Club Melville Millionaires Texas Scramble

Sept 5, 2012 6:00pm Gallagher Centre Flexihall-Yorkton City Wide Registration Night

Sept 22, 2012 10:00am Gallagher Centre Curling Rink-Yorkton Fall Flea Market Admission $1.00 for 6 years and up

Sept 5, 2012 Melville Golf and Country Club RCMP Texas Scramble

Sept 29, 2012 Western Development Museum-Yorkton Culture Day

Sept 7-8, 2012 5:00pm Gallagher Centre–Yorkton Sunflower Fine Art Craft Market

Sept 29, 2012 Credit Union Centre-Saskatoon Boston Bruins vs Winnipeg Jets

Sept 13-14, 2012 Deer Park Golf Course Diva for a Day Golf Tournament Big Brothers Big Sisters of Yorkton and Area

Sept 29, 2012 11:00am Parkland Room, Painted Hand Casino POSH

Sept 15-16, 2012 Melville Agri-Park Melville Fair

Sept 30, 2012 3:00pm Painted Hand Casino Texas Hold’em Tournaments

OCTOBER Oct 1, 2012 Credit Union Centre-Saskatoon Carrie Underwood

Oct 20, 2012 Mosiac Stadium Rough Riders

Oct 6, 2012 7:30 pm Brandt Centre Bob Dylan & His Band with Special Guest Mark Knopfler

Oct 20, 2012 St. Mary’s Cultural Centre-Yorkton 17th Annual Gala of The Health Foundation

Oct 8, 2012 Thanksgiving Day

Oct 24, 2012 Melville Community Works Stars for Saskatchewan Concert Series David Myles

Oct 8, 2012 8:00pm Casino Regina Weird Al Yankovic-The Apocalypse Tour

Oct 27, 2012 Mosaic Stadium Rough Riders

Oct 12, 2012 Farrell Agencies Arena, Callagher Centre Yorkton Terriers vs Melville Millionaires

Oct 31, 2012 Halloween

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Tracy and Garth Malayney, Owners

EASTERN SASKATCHEWAN’S

LARGEST DJ AND SOUND COMPANY GETS BUSY

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addles and Steel Music Productions was born from a love of music.

Owner Garth Malayney started out on his musical path towards the formation of Saddles and Steel in 1988, when he started as a disc jockey. The company was formed in 1996, and it grew in size and scope from there.

What started as a humble DJ company is now a full-blown store, selling instruments, doing minor repairs and offering guitar lessons. And of course, they continue to offer some of the most rockin’ DJ services in Yorkton and area.

Co-owner Tracy Malayney says Garth’s passion for music has been what’s made the company so successful.

“Garth started the DJ side of it as a hobby,” she says. “He just enjoys entertaining crowds and people. And he expanded into the store aspect of it because he wants to provide quality service to people.”

Saddles and Steel Music Productions has five full-time DJs, including Garth, who lend their musical talents to everything from birthdays and anniversaries to weddings and social functions. They also offer karaoke and a game show for a more fun, casual atmosphere.

The game show is one of their more unique services: Four podiums are set up with their own microphone, buzzer and electronic scorecard; a game show host asks trivia questions. Saddles and Steel can provide the trivia, or the customer can make up their own.

“It’s fun and competitive and something different,” adds Tracy. They’ve hosted game shows for staff parties, conventions and 4-H shows, just to name a few.

“Sometimes you make it more personal, asking questions like, ‘Who locked their keys in their car last week?’ “ The store opened in 2008, but they recently moved to a new location.

They’ve completely renovated their new home in an older building on Broadway Street West, which includes a separate acoustic room so customers can make as much noise as they want when they try out the equipment.

Instruments available to buy include a great selection of guitars, and some more eclectic instruments, like mandolins, banjos, and electric violins. They can also order instruments in if you don’t see what you need.

Saddles and Steel relies on the solid brands of Peavey, Dean, and Stagg for most of their instruments.

“We’ve had good luck with them and they’re a good base brand to start with,” states Tracy. “All three have been very good brands -- good warranty, good people, a good product all around.”

Business is booming both at the store and with their DJ services. In fact, they’ve done up to five events in one weekend.

They’re so busy; your safest bet is to book a year in advance. Of course, they understand that life isn’t static -- if you need to make changes after you’ve booked in advance, they’ll do whatever they can to help.

Whether picking up a guitar for the first time, revisiting an old skill, planning your dream wedding or a party that won’t be forgotten, Saddles and Steel Music Productions has something for everyone.

Find out more at www.saddlesandsteel. com. FLP

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goRdon’s FaVouRite Veggies

This month Gordon Ramsay gets back to basics, choosing his favourite vegetables and demonstrating the best way to roast, grill, steam and pan-fry them for the ultimate flavour PHOTOS LISA LINDER

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Beets, leeks & onions HEALTHY OPTION

Swiss chard & kohlrabi with lemon sauce HEALTHY OPTION

I grew up eating lots of vegetables, and they are so crucial I make sure my kids get some with every meal

HEALTHY OPTION

Spicy Roots

There’s so many out there that you can’t get bored – and you don’t have to be a vegetarian to enjoy them. I’ve been serving vegetarian menus at my restaurants for five years now and there are some wonderful dishes waiting to be discovered Courgettes & chicory with black olive dressing

Gordon shows you how Turn over for the recipes

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Roasting Beets, leeks & onions These robust vegetables are great to roast and they really work well together. You can serve hot or leave to cool in the marinade and eat the next day.

READY IN 1 HR SERVES 4-6 MODERATELY EASY SUPERHEALTHY – counts as 2 of 5-a-day 1kg small raw beetroots, peeled and halved 2 onions, peeled and quartered 10-12 baby leeks, trimmed 4 large garlic cloves, peeled 4 tbsp olive oil 1-2 sprigs fresh rosemary 4 bay leaves about 100ml balsamic vinegar

1 Heat oven to 220C/fan 200C/gas 7. Heat a heavybased oven roasting pan on top of the stove and toss in the vegetables and garlic. Sprinkle with the oil. Stir until they start to brown. Add the herbs, sprinkle over the vinegar and season well.

2 Put the pan in the oven and roast for about 15 mins, then reduce the heat to 190C/fan 170C/gas 5 and continue cooking for another 30 mins or so, stirring 2 to 3 times until the beetroots are tender. If the vegetables start to burn, add a little more oil and vinegar to the pan. Serve as a vegetable dish scattered with toasted pine nuts or as a main course with baby goat’s cheese, cooked white beans and rocket.

PER SERVING 252 kcalories, protein 7g, carbohydrate 31g, fat 12g, saturated fat 2g, fibre 8g, added sugar none, salt 0.43g

Pan-FRYing Spicy Roots Salsify is a really underrated root vegetable which looks a little like a white carrot and has an earthy, asparagus-like taste. It needs a good wash before cooking and, when peeled, you will need to rub it all over with lemon juice to stop it discolouring.

READY IN 25 MINS SERVES 4-6 SUPERHEALTHY – high in fibre, low in fat

1 Cut the parsnips and carrots into lozenges of about the same size. Peel the salsify under cold running water and rub with the cut lemon at the same time. Cut off the woody core and slice into similar sized lozenges.

MODERATELY EASY

3 parsnips, peeled and trimmed 3 carrots, peeled and trimmed 1-2 salsify (about 250g, optional) 1⁄2 lemon 1 tsp mild curry powder 1 tsp Chinese 5-spice powder 3-4 tbsp olive oil 25g butter 2 garlic cloves, peeled fresh marjoram leaves or flat-leaf parsley

2 Sprinkle the parsnips with curry powder, and the carrots and salsify with 5-spice. Heat a large pan with the oil, then toss in the vegetables. After a minute, add the butter and garlic, season and continue to cook, stirring often, for up to 10 mins. If the vegetables start to colour too much, stir in 2-3 tbsp water to stop them burning. Toss through the marjoram leaves, allow to wilt then serve. Try serving this alongside lamb or robust game.

PER SERVING 179 kcalories, protein 2g, carbohydrate 17g, fat 11g, saturated fat 3g, fibre 6g, added sugar none, salt 0.45g

goRdon’s secRets oF success ROASTING

STEAMING

• Robust roasting gives a really good colour and flavour to vegetables • Make sure all the vegetables are cut to the same size so they cook evenly • Start the cooking on the stovetop to make sure you get them nice and browned • Use a large roasting pan to make sure the vegetables don’t steam

• Great for protecting vegetables and keeping all the goodness in • Choose delicate vegetables for steaming • Put any leftover herbs in the water for steaming as it will help to perfume your vegetables

steaMing Swiss chard & kohlrabi with lemon sauce Both of these vegetables are underused in this country. In France the root of Swiss chard is as popular as onion, while kohlrabi – a relative of cabbage – has a rustic taste, a bit like cauliflower.

READY IN 30 MINS SERVES 4-6 SUPERHEALTHY – good source of folic MODERATELY EASY acid and vitamin C 1 bunch Swiss chard (about 500g) 1 lemon, grated zest and squeezed juice 1 kohlrabi, peeled and halved 300ml vegetable stock 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley 100ml olive oil large sprigs fresh rosemary, tarragon, coriander and parsley 2-3 garlic cloves

1 Cut the white chard stems from green leaves in a V shape, slice diagonally into 5mm strips. Slit the leaves in half, roll 3-4 at a time like a cigar, thinly slice. Put in a bowl and scatter with a little lemon zest.

Thinly slice kohlrabi and sprinkle with zest also.

2 Boil the stock and lemon juice to reduce by half. Pour in a jug and mix in the chopped parsley. Cool, whisk in most of the oil.

3 Put the rosemary, tarragon and coriander into a steaming pan with the garlic. Cover with water and bring to the boil. Fit basket on top.

Sprinkle base with salt and pepper and lay in the kohlrabi. Scatter over white chard and season again. Top with the sprigs of parsley. Drizzle with oil, cover and steam, 5 mins. Remove parsley and scatter over the green chard, lifting up the white vegetables lightly with a large fork.

Cover and steam for 3-4 more mins.

4 Remove to a serving dish and pour over some sauce to serve. This tastes wonderful with grilled salmon or a chicken breast.

PER SERVING 255 kcalories, protein 4g, carbohydrate 8g, fat 23g, saturated fat 3g, fibre 2g, added sugar none, salt 0.93g

gRiLLing Courgettes & chicory with black olive dressing Chicory can be quite bitter, which is why it’s a good idea to rub a little sugar on it before cooking. Salt will help to draw out the moisture

READY IN 20 MINS SERVES 4-6 LOW CARB SUPERHEALTHY – counts as MODERATELY EASY 1 of 5-a-day 2 large courgettes, ideally 1 yellow, 1 green 4 tbsps olive oil 2 heads chicory 1 tsp sugar FOR THE SAUCE about 2 tbsp black olive paste or tapenade juice 1⁄2 lemon 1-2 tbsp red wine vinegar 3-4 tbsp olive oil olives (try Kalamata) and capers, to serve

1 Slice the courgettes diagonally about 1cm thick. Season and toss with half the oil. Halve the chicory. Season with salt, pepper and sugar and toss with the remaining oil.

2 Heat a griddle until very hot, then lay on the vegetables in a single layer. Cook for up to 10 mins, turning as necessary until just tender. Remove to a large serving plate.

3 Mix the olive paste with the lemon juice, vinegar and olive oil (you don’t need to season). Trickle over the vegetables and scatter with olives and capers to serve. This tastes great served with pork chops.

PER SERVING 244 kcalories, protein 2g, carbohydrate 6g, fat 24g, saturated fat 3g, fibre 1g, added sugar 1g, salt 0.23g

PAN-FRYING

GRILLING

• This is most chefs’ favourite way of cooking vegetables as you have so much more control over the cooking • Make sure you cut everything to the same size so that it cooks evenly • I like pan-frying vegetables from raw, it ensures none of the flavour is lost.

Make sure you don’t overcook; they should have a bit of a bite to them • Make sure you don’t pile up the vegetables – they should be flat in the pan

• Gives a really good charred flavour to food • Make sure the vegetables are covered with oil to protect them while they grill • If using larger vegetables, cook them first and finish off on the grill

Mr. Forster Chief Instructor

Yorkton Martial Arts Training Center:

Join The evoluTion of DYnAMiC MArTiAl ArTs

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ike Forster moved to Yorkton in 2000 and joined a martial arts studio. When he decided to make Yorkton his home, he began teaching TaeKwon-Do on his own. What began as a small business with only two classes a week has grown to an impressive practice, offering nearly twenty.

“I felt I had something to offer and teach others,” says Mike. He wants to bring the enjoyment he receives from his practice to others. Although Mike’s studio only offered TaeKwon-Do when it first opened, he has since picked up some other martial arts and began offering them to accommodate different interests. He split the classes in a variety of ways to facilitate small class sizes and separate various ages and ranks, creating more specialized programs.

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Aside from sheer enjoyment, participation in these martial art forms promotes fitness, mental clarity, selfdefence, confidence, and self esteem. All styles are safe and constantly supervised by trained instructors who assist classes with Mike long before they are left on their own. Mike is the chief instructor, and is often at classes even when he is not the teacher. Having competed in two world championships and co-coached Team Canada, Mike has a wealth of experience and knowledge to share with his students and instructors, helping them realize their dreams of travelling the world for martial arts to countries like Austria and Brazil.

The Yorkton Martial Arts Center now offers TaeKwon-Do, Haidong Gumdo, Women’s Self Defence, Brazilian JiuJitsu, MMA, Little Ninjas and Bullyproof

— martial arts offer something for anyone aged three to ninety three. “We have something to offer everyone, not just the elite athlete. People of any fitness level can learn martial arts,” effuses Mike. He is inclusive and kind with his practice and words.

As with all practices at YMATC, TaeKwon-Do is performed in an environment where safety is heavily stressed. Known for its focus on kicking technique, TaeKwon-Do incorporates elements of striking, self-defence, exercise and philosophy.

Haidong Gumdo is the art of Korean swordsmanship.

This practice harmonizes physical and mental awareness, as students must be acutely aware of the sword. Students will progress from newspaper cutting

and candle snuffing through to woods and straw bundles at the Black Belt level.

A combination of striking techniques, grappling and escape, the Women’s Self Defence course provides empowerment and security to women of any age.

A combat sport with a focus on ground fighting, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is about gaining dominant position over your opponent by employing proper technique. BJJ promotes the idea that a smaller, weaker person can defend themselves against larger, stronger assailants.

Little Ninjas is a program offered to children of preschool age. In only eight weeks students are taught skills such as discipline, coordination, balance, control, teamwork and focus through fun and challenging games.

As cage fighting and mixed martial arts have exploded in popularity, Mike and YMATC teamed up with Tim Oehler and Sil Foo Kung Foo in Melville to create Full Contact Alliance. This is the best MMA training option for fighters in Yorkton and area, and is most effective when combined with BJJ and Muay Thai.

While he offers this diverse selection of classes, Mike also does specialized workshops for leisure or work places. Birthday parties, bacholerette parties, self-defence for workplaces—anything you need, Mike will design a specific program tailored for you.

YMATC strives to create a safe atmosphere where students feel comfortable taking risks necessary for growth. Because of his strong campaign against bullying, Mike even offers a FREE bully proof workshop to give your children confidence and knowledge to protect themselves from bullying. It under the Covers your go-to is this dedication and compassion that the YMATC today! Book a party, shop, or is built on. ust ask questions (that you may no one elseMike to ask!).

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The Benefits of Working with a Personal Trainer

Have you ever considered hiring a personal trainer? Are you intimidated by the various machines at the gym and unsure of how to use them properly? Maybe you have fitness equipment at home but lack the motivation to use them. Whatever the reason, the benefits of working with a personal trainer is one of the fastest and most successful ways to improve your overall health and fitness.

Personalized Workout

Tracy Belzner Certified Personal Trainer and Nutrition Specialist Yorkton, SK 306.621.6404 tracy.belzner@hotmail.com

Whatever your fitness level, a customized workout plan will be created based on your goals, physical condition, and medical background to give you better results than a general workout plan will provide.

Specific Injury or Condition

Any specific issues like arthritis, high cholesterol, diabetes, old injuries, etc., can often be maintained as well as reversed with proper exercise and nutrition.

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Not only are you investing time and money into your program, but your trainer comes with built-in motivation making working out enjoyable and keeping you accountable in achieving you goals.

Proper Form and Technique

It is crucial that proper form and technique are used to achieve desired results and to avoid serious injury. Not only will you see faster results, but you will decrease your risk of injury.

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of client is one that comes in to see me without any preconceived ideas about where they want to go, it’s a clean slate.

It’s time for a Q and A session; I take the time to get to know them and what their likes and dislikes are. I ask a few key questions; my job as a Travel Professional is to qualify clients to a destination that suit their personality, budget and lifestyle. I know that if a destination does not match the client’s life, then it will not be a positive experience.

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Calgary Stampede:

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ut in Cowtown the air is rich, and not just with oil money, but with a century of men and women celebrating western values and traditions.

course, the rodeo and chuckwagons. No fair is complete without the promise of ridiculously unhealthy food—deep fried chocolate bars, pizza on a stick, mini donuts, poutiness topped with meat, corndogs—the Stampede has it all.

If you don’t have a belt buckle, cowboy hat, or moustache, you might feel a little out of place, but the Stampede offers something for everyone. A midway packed with rides and games, barns filled with animals, exhibitions, and, of

This year, the huge show brought out record numbers of visitors from around the globe, pushing well over a million people through the turnstiles during its ten days. Rodeo fans or not, they were not to be disappointed with the huge

spectacle. Paul Brandt, Johnny Reid, Brad Paisley, and of course Garth Brooks played to tightly packed crowds, floating over the people on flying stages with fireworks going off in the background.

Not many athletes that call Saskatchewan home were competing at the elite rodeo this year, but the few who did, take great pride in what they do. Aaron Roy and Dusty Ephrom had a chance to compete in the bull riding, while Jesse Byrne was there to protect them as a bullfighter.

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Bull rider Shane Proctor takes a moment to focus.

The most dangerous event in rodeo. The highlight.

The culmination. Everyone lines up to see the daredevils of rodeo. The men here at the stampede climb onto 2000 pounds of bucking bull to see if they can hold on, with one hand, for eight seconds. Half the score comes from the stock, half from the rider, and the man with the highest score goes home with the most money. On million dollar Sunday, the finalist walks away with a cheque for $100 000.

Aaron Roy Aaron grew up around Asquith and has become successful around the world. A few years ago, Asquith got a Pro Bull Riding event, PBR, and named it after him. The Aaron Roy Invitational PBR is now held every year in June, as well as various other PBR stops around Saskatchewan.

“The bull ridings in Saskatchewan are some of the best going right now,” says Aaron. “Saskatchewan fans are the best fans.” Aaron’s affection for Saskatchewan led him and his wife Hallie to settle down in Yellowgrass.

“I couldn’t picture myself representing any other province. I’ve always been in Saskatchewan and I always want to be in Saskatchewan,” effuses Roy. While Aaron rides bulls across the world and back, Hallie works as an environmental technologist in Weyburn.

Aaron grew up watching his two older brothers ride bulls. “I watched them growing up and I wanted to do it. After I got doing it for a while I wanted to beat them. Once they quit, I wanted to beat everyone else I’m riding against and win a world title.” The world title is held in Vegas every year. Aaron is high in the standings, and likely to be competing in there this fall.

He is making a reputation for Saskatchewan South of the border.

This is Aaron’s third year competing at the Calgary Stampede. Last year he made it to the final Sunday.

“There’s nothing else that can compare,” says Aaron. “You’re competing for 100 00 dollars every time you get on; you don’t get very many opportunities to ride for money like that.”

Dusty Ephrom Dusty lives in Kenosee Lake, and is proud to call Saskatchewan home. This is Dusty’s third time competing at the Stampede, and he has many fond memories of the elite rodeo. Most nostalgically, the first time he competed at the Stampede he met his wife, Renee. Directly after that first Stampede, he went to compete in four rodeos, winning them all but Shaunavon, where he placed second. That winning weekend is one of his best memories.

“There’s been a lot of good guys from Saskatchewan going down [to the U.S.],” says Dusty. He says that TOP leFT Chad Besplug celebrates his $100 000 championship Sunday.

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he, Aaron, and other Saskatchewan cowboys are trying to make a name for Saskatchewan when they compete in the U.S. “We’re trying to represent.”

“It’s fun to be out there with your family members. There’s no doubt in my mind that no matter what happens Scott’s got my back out there.”

“It’s a big Canadian tradition; I watched it as a kid,” says Dusty of the Stampede.

“I watched the Calgary Stampede and thought it was the coolest thing in the world.” Many years later, he’s here to compete.

While Jesse and Scott bullfight, Jesse’s younger brother is a bull rider, and his wife, Lauren, is a barrel racer. This is a rodeo family through and through.

While Jesse grew up in Prince Albert and Lauren in Saskatoon, just over a year ago they moved to a ranch between Okatoks and Black Diamond, Alberta to be more central to the rodeos.

“I like to try to stay calm, try not to force anything, just go with the flow of things,” says Dusty about preparing to mount a bull. He is confident in the ability of the bullfighters to keep him safe after the horn goes. “They’re the best in the world.”

bull the coveted title and money would go to an American for the seventh year in a row. But Shane bucked off.

Workers loaded three new bulls and the riding order was reversed. Shane Proctor rode first and managed to stay on a wild bull for a sloppy 66 points.

Aaron mounted his mean bull next and managed an amazing ride for 86 points.

It looked as though Aaron had the title until Chad rode his bucking bull to a loud and excited crowd. The stadium was almost silent as the judges tallied their points. Aaron and Chad stood together, both all smiles—they knew that no matter what, a Canadian was going to be bestowed the title.

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DEVIL IS IN THE DETAILS...

By Meredith heron

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hat sets a designer apart from others with good taste or a great eye? Details. Knowing when to add or leave alone is an art form unto itself. Often though, there is a practicality that lies within.

I’m guilty of not necessarily articulating the how and why, but the client appreciates the many little decisions I’ve made along the way to ensure that their project has a curated feel that evolved over time.

Trade Secrets There is a misconception that working with a designer will cost you an outrageous amount of money. If you are upfront with the budget you have to work with, most designers can find a way to work with you, even if it is just for a brief consultation. Where the true value and savings comes in after hiring a designer, is the way a standard item such as a sofa can be transformed with a few minor modifications. It’s the customization of a standard item without actually having it custom made.

Other times, it is entirely worth having furniture custom made. Clients routinely try store floor models out and say “if only”. In my experience, custom is often a more cost-

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effective solution in the long run, not to mention a great investment. I’m happy to say that the trend now in design is to hold off and wait until you can invest in something you will love versus the immediacy of buying something made overseas that comes folded up in a box with allen keys for assembly.

My favourite go-to modification is to change the standard two or three seat cushions to one long bench seat. No one likes to sit in the cracks; it’s as simple as that. If you are a napper, this is ideal. You just have to remember like with all seat cushions, you have to flip them weekly so you get an even wear on the cushion.

Embellishments Adding nail heads or contrast piping to upholstery is probably my second favourite way to add a custom detail to a regular item. Sometimes this can be done after the fact, but mostly I prefer to add my requests to the initial work order. Another easy change: wood finish. I will routinely change out the colour of the wood legs on a chair. I’ll opt for a painted finish in a light creamy grey the standard espresso (If youunder pronounce expresso, having the itCovers yourI’mgo-to selection versus of casual loungewear and finish Make your deported). place today! Book a party, shop, or robes—Kayanna, Blush, Wild Bleu, even just ask questions (that you may Simon Chang, and Montelle, to name a have no one else to ask!). They are few. Many are made from bamboo fibers that absorb moisture and wick it away always open to discussion, and want Addingmaking pizazzthem with afabrics is not something can do well.

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wayne Jendrasheske, owner of Parkland Carpet and Upholstery Cleaners, said he chose this career because he likes to help people.

“Over half of the calls we get are because something has not gone well,” he says.

“Whether your pet got sick, you’ve knocked over your coffee cup, or your water heater just exploded, it’s often a problematic situation that we’re trying to

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solve, and we consider ourselves an expert at solving those problems for people. Like our slogan says: relax, we can do it.”

Parkland started in 1977 as a family business, focusing on all aspects of the cleaning and restoration industry.

Everyone on staff is a certified cleaning technician, so you can rest assured that your possessions are in the hands of professionals. Jendrasheske and the

members of his team hold journeyman status for carpet and upholstery cleaning, water damage, odour control, fire and smoke damage, and more.

Even their long-term receptionist has a wealth of knowledge about the industry, so you can often get meaningful answers to your questions as soon as you call. The staff at Parkland prides themselves in helping customers quickly, with an understanding ear.

“You’re always going to get a courteous, friendly response from our staff,” states Jendrasheske. “We’ve worked hard to get a good group of people here that are pleasant and easy to deal with.”

Not sure if your carpet needs cleaning?

Jendrasheske recommends an annual cleaning, depending somewhat on the amount of use and traffic patterns within your home.

“Typically you should clean when you start to see soil,” he advises. “You don’t want to let things get to the point where they’re being damaged by the soil itself.

It can actually create more wear and tear if it’s not being maintained on a regular basis.”

Hardwood is a popular option for flooring and the team at Parkland are experts at caring for the area rugs so many

hardwood-lovers opt to use. Clients can bring area rugs to their facility to have them cleaned, dropping the rug off and picking it up at their convenience. Simply roll it up and bring it in and it’ll look like new again.

A new service for Parkland Carpet and Upholstery is their ultrasonic blind cleaning, for all types of blinds from vertical to delicate silhouettes and Venetians.

“We began this service because nobody likes to clean blinds and some of the new styles just can’t be done at home,” explains Jendrasheske. “We know the investment you have put in your home and want to help you maintain it.”

and area for 35 years. What keeps bringing customers back is their quality workmanship, professional demeanour, and upfront evaluations.

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Almost time

By Ken Beattie

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here is typically something satisfying about the garden just before its bedtime, yet something a little sad also. This labour of love (or not so for some) I suppose could really be considered a great deal of work if you actually recorded the hours spent maintaining your plot.

On that same note, if we calculated the actual costs for those scrumptious tomatoes, we would doubtless be shocked. Add it up just for fun!

Transplants about three dollars for six, the container anywhere from a buck at a dollar- like store, to just about any amount at a “schwanky” garden centre.

Lest we forget the fertilizer all season long weighing in at about $10, and perhaps a soilless potting mix for about half that.

Hmmm… seems to me that we are in the $20 range, minimum. How many tomatoes can you buy for that much?

A considerable number, nevertheless it was so worth it, wasn’t it? It actually makes me think what would happen if a taste test was to occur at a local school or community centre between store bought, greenhouse raised tomatoes and your home grown ones. It just goes to support the notion that you shouldn’t put a price on a labour of love.

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In heavier soils, mulch the newly planted specimens with lots of leaves or whatever is handy. This protective layer will help keep your new plants from heaving out of the clay soils as frost enters and escapes in the spring.

Back to the work schedule. This is the time of the season that all those errors in judgement, jardinesque faux pas and silly after thoughts can be made right or remedied. Perennials that outperformed what the label suggested or for that matter, didn’t do a darn thing, can be repositioned or turfed completely.

Cooler temperatures and usually some moisture usher the closing of the gardening season - this is your cue to dig, divide and decide. Naturally there

are exceptions and the most prevalent is Hosta; leaving them until the very early spring is best. Day lilies, Delphiniums, Monkshood, Brunnera, Pulmonaria and even Heuchera are fair game.

thinking. Of course, this is a great rule for purchasing all those fall specials at the garden centre also. Planting in the fall in a prairie soil does require a bit of finesse, and a couple of rules should be followed.

One rule of thumb that I have followed for years is that of odd numbers. When dividing plants or repositioning, I like to organize the plantings in three’s, five’s and so on. There is something appealing about the overall look to my way of

First of all, remember what season follows autumn; roots that have been cramped in a pot at a garden centre for a couple or three months, or newly divided gems will not have time to settle into new soil before frost. Realizing this,

you are a wise gardener to overly cultivate the soil before you plant and add a bit more compost than you would normally. This little trick will encourage easier rooting for the plant, and as well take in more moisture. The second reliable technique in heavier soils is to mulch the newly planted specimens with lots of leaves or whatever is handy. I prefer to wait until frost is apparent, but before the hard onset of winter. This protective layer will help keep your new plants from heaving out of the clay soils as frost enters and escapes in the spring. Additionally, mulch provides a cozy home for over-wintering ladybugs, and that is a good thing.

Heuchera should have a little extra attention paid to them in the fall. My plants seem always to end up above the soil level in spring, exposing them to the drying winds, and of course, frost. An extra bit of mulch certainly helps them pull through, and often their leaves are still colored in the spring.

A good thing to keep in mind is that mulch does not have to be worked into the soil each year, a common fallacy for many; compost on the other hand can be worked into a clay soil as often as you want. Perhaps information that is written about mulches being worked into the soil comes from further south than the Prairies, where indeed it actually does break down into a usable organic matter. Keep this in mind for your next purchase and don’t overdo it thinking that it will disappear in one season. Usually all that will be required is a top up after a good scratching next spring.

Of course, not to forget the tulips and oodles of other spring blooming bulbs that are to be planted from as soon as they appear in the stores until the ground is frozen. Most bulbs appreciate a little extra bone meal to encourage rapid and strong rooting.

Dog owners take note, bone meal is made of bones; you can figure the rest out yourself, best to leave pooch indoors while you plant. There is a myriad of colours, cultivars and varieties, all which are reliable in heavier soils if you provide excellent drainage.

There are lots of ways to improve drainage in a heavy clay soil, the best of which is kitty litter, (yes, that’sloungewear right), not previously enjoyed of course.

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Refinish Furniture Yourself?

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hy not? It’s no longer considered chemically unsafe.

Lye or other harsh mixtures are things of the past, mainly due to environmental law changes. Many “safe strippers” are now available, some based on organic acids or citrus material and all do a good, if a bit slower, job of removing old finishes. Some harsher chemicals are still approved for domestic use, but the first timer is better to use one of the “safe stripper” products. Having said that, there is no product that is completely safe and all must be treated with respect. The stripped residues, as well as left over stripper material, must also be handled in accordance with local environmental rules and regulations.

A prime rule – nothing goes down the drain.

Information on remover or stripper chemicals and their use, lead paint precautions etc., may be found at the Health Canada web site. MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) are available where the remover product is purchased.

When and How Should I Remove the Old Finish?

Lately, much has been made of the idea that stripping old finishes devalues a piece of antique furniture. That is quite true if you are dealing with an excellent specimen, of museum quality, with an original finish. Most pieces will not be of that ilk and can be considered as candidates for refinishing. If you have any doubt, ask and research. A good antique dealer or the local museum can point you in the right direction.

If the finish is cracked or crazed down to the wood, has lost significant portions, is flaking or chipping off, or is totally dull and lifeless, saving it is not a viable option— it should come off. Pieces painted at some point can have the paint removed and the true beauty of the old wood restored. Old paint often contains lead which is a concern, especially if there are children in the area of the work, and precautions must be taken.

The first step is to prepare the work area. No matter the remover used, good ventilation is essential, so working out of doors in a shaded area is ideal.

Basements and poorly ventilated areas should be avoided. Thick poly drop cloths will protect the area from spills and make later clean up much easier. If you choose to work indoors, a large fan should be used to draw air away from the work area and exhaust it outside. Keep as few chemicals at your work station as possible to lessen the problem if spilled. Good gloves, preferably nitrile coated, will protect your hands. Safety goggles are a wise addition as well.

Do not scrape or sand any painted surface— airborne dust containing lead is a problem and you never can be completely sure whether or not the paint is lead based, so treat all paint as a potential concern. Sanding any antique surface is to be avoided if at all possible as this will remove the layer of old wood, which will be impossible to restore. Obvious damage, though, should be addressed and may leave no option but to sand it down.

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Always follow the manufacturer’s directions on the product you are using.

Daub on a thick layer of remover with a natural bristle brush (some synthetics may dissolve), let it stand, and allow sufficient time for it to work— anywhere from a half hour to overnight. The container directions will tell you how much time to allow. Test from time to time with a steel putty knife and when the old finish is softened down to the wood, use the putty knife to gently remove it. Put the residues in a tin can for proper disposal then spot apply additional remover in stubborn spots.

When stripping paint, most removers cause paint to bubble up and thus may require multiple applications to remove all material down to the wood. A wash with appropriate solvent is next, using the chemicalgreeting specifiedcards by theformanufacturer naughty birthdays, of theparties, remover.anniversaries, Some requirestocking methyl office hydrate,or some mineral spirits and stuffers, just require because. others require water. With water, use a pad and the Anon-metallic few monthsabrasive back, Under the with Covers others specialty use No. 1 bras steel wool. added to theRemember line of to rub onlyoffered. with the grain of theElomi, wood, products Fantasie, never acrossWacoal, it, to avoidPleasure scratches State, which Goddess, will show badlyVan under yourQ-T, laterAffinitas, finishing.

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rags etc. can be disposed of along with the old finish residue.

Colouring Up Once the wood is clean, allow to dry for a few hours. If you opt to stain it, remember that you cannot stain something lighter than it is. Various water based stains are available at the paint store and these can be mixed for an even greater variety of colours. Some woods, like pine and fir, may require a pre-conditioner before the colour coat and you should be guided by the manufacturer’s directions.

Stain should be wiped on and wiped off.

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finishing materials are not suitable for antique furniture. Polyurethanes and acrylic finishes are inappropriate as they were not finishes of the period. Most oilbased varnishes have disappeared due to changing environmental rules, seriously reducing available choices. Unless originally used, oil finishes, like linseed oil, should be avoided as they cannot be later cleanly removed. So, what are the choices available?

Reasonable choices are: brushing lacquer; paste varnish; shellac; or wax over a shellac base. Paste varnish is a good choice for use at home, being low odor, easily applied with a clean, lint-free rag in very thin coats and yielding a most satisfactory result. Three or four coats are usually required. Lightly wipe with No. 000 steel wool, Make under thebetween Covers dried your varnish go-to coats,today! to remove place Bookanya dust party,which shop,may or have just settled.

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ahkewistahaw Gas and Convenience is open all day, every day, all year long. Early in the morning, the working folk fill their tanks; throughout the day, they see customers from the casino; and at night the kids from the skate park across the street stop by to grab slushies. This is a store for everyone, and everyone agrees they have the friendliest staff in town.

In fact, one customer in particular makes a habit to stop by the store every morning because he enjoys the

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company of the daytime morning staff so much.

“He says the service we provide makes him feel good for the rest of the day,” says general manager Pamela Blacksmith.

“The staff is always friendly; they laugh, they joke with him, they always wash his windows — anything that needs to be done, they’ll do it. They’re really good at what they do.”

Pamela started at the store in June 2011, but some of the staff have been with

the business since it opened in 2004.

Kahkewistahaw Gas and Convenience has always been a great store -- they won the President’s Award from Petro Canada three years running when they first opened -- but Pamela has cranked up the friendly factor since she took the reins.

Since Pamela took over, their mystery shopping scores have jumped from 70.6 per cent to 100 per cent, putting them at the top of their territory. She also helped the store upgrade their till system, speeding up the process of ringing items

in and therefore giving cashiers more time to focus on the customers.

She has also put a big emphasis on treating the customers with great care and attention. It doesn’t hurt that everyone on staff has taken the Service Best workshop training through the Saskatchewan Tourism Education Council. The workshop teaches how to deliver outstanding service, including how to respond to customer needs, what the best practices are and the importance of good communication.

“The customer is like a guest to us,” states Pamela. “Service is everything to our business. Giving them the best service they can get in Yorkton, that’s what we strive to do all the time.”

But perhaps the big secret behind the friendly staff is Pamela’s management style. She loves her work, and tries to pass on her enthusiasm to the 23 staff members, always encouraging and coaching them. Plus, she has a fun reward system in place for staff, including a Christmas party, annual golf party, and $50 and $100 gift certificates for work well done.

“They are all team oriented,” says Pamela of the staff. “They know everything that needs to be done, they’re friendly, they’re easy to get along with.”

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Be Aware . . .

“IT’S A BUYER’S MARKET.” Jamie Zajac, Capital KIA Yorkton

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ou can tell within seconds when someone is excited about what they do. In the case of Jamie Zajac of Capital KIA Yorkton you know it with the hand shake and the look in the eye.

Zajac is the general manager of Capital KIA Yorkton, which opened in April of 2011. He bought his first truck at age 16, at an auction sale, paid 1,200 dollars for

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it, sold it a month later for a good profit, “and I was kind of hooked after that!” At age 19 Zajac began a sales career in the automotive industry.

and a man who knows the names and recognizes every employee at every level. He’s always running to get coffee for somebody!

Now in his thirteenth year with the Capital Group, Jamie has paid his dues, but he also pays tribute to company founder, Bruce Axelson as a leader and role model for staff and managers

Zajac has held management positions with the Regina Capital GM and Capital Ford operations.

Like the business he has grown up in,

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Jamie Zajac says the growth of the internet and social media has driven phenomenal change in his industry.

“There really was no internet when I started with Capital Group 13 years ago. You maybe read a newspaper ad, drove to a car lot and checked prices… now it’s a buyers market. It’s changed from a car dealer’s market …now it’s a buyers market, where you have all the information at your finger tips,” states Zajac.

“It’s become a buyers market because there is so much more information available to buyers. If you want to buy a new car, you can research them on the internet, have virtually ever question (answered) by people who have driven them…in ten minutes you can have all the market data you need to go make a

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decision,” he continues.

Yes, sometimes a complete transaction can be done, from shopping to ownership, over the internet.

Jamie Zajac says he is no social media expert but he feels that Capital Group includes “an extremely strong team of social media experts”.

Put simply, he says, “It’s huge! Search engines, your web site is where it shows up.” It is a learning curve for everyone he states. “It needs to be learned because it is the way of the future.”

And that fits perfectly with Capital KIA Yorkton`s low pressure sales philosophy, with non-commissioned sales people.

Backed by the best industry warranty, a full service mechanical shop, Capital

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KIA Yorkton has earned a volume and price brand described as, ‘the less they are, the more we sell and the more we sell the less they are!’ That holds true for both the new and pre-owned market – making a classic ‘win-win’ destination for car buyers.

But the automobile business is still a people business. Zajac states, “It’s your facility and your people, you can have a great price all day but you have to have the right people to facilitate the transaction, because people still don’t want to spend their money where they’re not going to get looked after properly.”

FLP Capital KIA www.capitalkiayorkton.com 134 Broadway Street East Yorkton, SK (306) 783-2772

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THE CHANGING LANDSCAPE OF AGRI-BUSINESS

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Marilyn Braun-Pollon, CFIB’s Vice President, Prairie & Agri-business

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ignificant changes are on the horizon for Canadian farmers. As the industry ages, it has become evident that policies are needed to encourage growth and expansion in Agriculture. The priorities of farmers and agri-business members will be heard at the upcoming federal-provincial ministers’ meeting taking placing in Whitehorse from September 12 to 14.

Federal Deputy Agriculture Minister John Knubley will be joined by the provincial ministers; during this time a list of new policies will be presented which will represent the changing needs in agriculture.

According to Marilyn Braun-Pollon, Vice President for Agri-business for the

Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB), these new policies are designed to encourage growth and expansion in the agriculture industry.

After extensive study through the Growing Forward and Growing Forward 2 programs, and after listening to the concerns of farmers throughout Saskatchewan, researchers have a comprehensive list of farmers’ top priorities. These priorities are reflective of the changing landscape in farming today.

Presently, almost 70 per cent of Canada’s agri-business owners who have succession plans will be retiring in the next ten years. This is why it is so important that current and upcoming

government policies encourage growth and expansion of Canadian farms. “Only eight per cent of farmers in Canada today are under the age of 35,” says BraunPollon when speaking of the importance of improving the competiveness of the agricultural industry.

Braun-Pollon explains that, in order to really know the needs and priorities of farmers today, the CFIB’s Future of Agriculture Policy conducted a survey which was completed by 1,049 agribusiness owners. According to this survey, regulatory reform, reducing the total tax burden and improving market access for Canadian agricultural products are top priorities for government action.

“CFIB agri-business members have

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made it clear these priorities are crucial to moving the industry forward and ensuring farmers are competitive on the world stage,” added Braun-Pollon.

Suggestions from farmers included managing red tape more efficiently.

Simplifying regulations and eliminating some of the regulatory hurdles that farmers experience is a low cost way to increase productivity. Another point brought up in the survey was the reduction of the tax burden, 68 per cent of those surveyed felt that taxation directly influences how entrepreneurs and farmers build their businesses.

Braun-Pollon goes on to express that the CFIB is very hopeful that these issues will be heard with openness at the ministers’ meeting in September.

Braun-Pollon goes on to state that the announcement of the implementation of the ‘one-for-one’ rule is an encouraging sign of the progress that is being made. The CFIB is also pleased about the fact that the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has recently launched a Statement of Rights and Service and the Complaints and Appeals Office. “While progress has been made, governments must continue reducing barriers that hold back competition and deter entry of new entrepreneurs,” noted BraunPollon.

Keeping the industry competitive and innovative is what attracts entrepreneurs to agriculture. It is hoped that the presentation of these policies will assist in continuing to open doors in agribusiness.

“CFIB hopes Growing Forward 2 results in farmer-friendly policies that foster entrepreneurship, growth, diversification, and continued production of high-quality food for consumers,” states Braun-Pollon.

“Time will tell if Agriculture ministers are up to the task.”

For more information about the Canadian Federation of Independent Business and how they are working to foster competitiveness in agriculture or to learn more about the Growing Forward programs, check the websites at cfib-facei.ca and agriculture.gov.sk.ca.

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Let The Mortgage Broker Work For You

Paul Kuntz AMP Mortgage Associate License Number 316045 89 Broadway Street E Yorkton 306-783-4460 www.wheatlandfinancial.ca

What is a Mortgage Broker? What do you do, go to the bank and get a mortgage for me? These are probably the two main questions I get asked. I have been in the lending industry for 24 years and I never knew what a mortgage broker did until about five or six years ago so for people not in that industry, I understand your confusion.

There is an entire industry built around mortgage brokers. It is unknown to the public because most of the lenders that operate in this world do not deal directly with the public, they only work through brokers. So basically there are literally a hundred lenders out there that will give you money for a mortgage, but we typically do not hear about it. That is where I come in.

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Mortgage Brokers and Mortgage Associates have the ability to access this large pool of lenders and have them compete for you business. On most qualified deals, you do not pay us. We receive our money from the lender as a referral fee. So we work directly for you, but you do not pay us.

We are a very regulated industry. I have been in the broker world for three years and I picked the craziest time to enter from a regulatory point of view! In October of 2010 a new act of provincial legislature came into power that governs our industry. The last act was quite old and there had not been changes for years. It brought about all sorts of new rules. Each broker is licensed. We must

meet stringent qualifications. We also need to show that we are keeping up to date with training to stay informed of industry changes. My company is a part of TMG The Mortgage Group Prairies Inc. Through this arrangement, they ensure I have access to the most up to date information and training sessions.

They are also obligated to ensure I am compliant with all the rules. An example of these new rules is: even though I have been a banker for 21 years and made all types of lending decisions, I have to take a special course to maintain my license.

Our industry also regulates itself through our professional industry group called Canadian Association of Accredited Mortgage Professionals CAAMP. I have received their highest professional designation of AMP which is Accredited Mortgage Professional. This title comes with additional responsibilities of ethics and training. I must complete a designated amount of training hours each year to maintain my designation.

So based on the fact that we are very regulated by provincial law and a federal professional association, you can rest assured that you are dealing with a very safe industry.

I am very proud of the industry I get to be a part of. We get to offer the absolute best products, the absolute best rates, totally unbiased information, and the most personalized service. Oh, and remember on most deals, it’s free. FLP

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ONE BIG HAPPY FAMILY: RH ELECTRIC

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H Electric considers themselves one big family. They are a family operated company plus they treat and view all their employees as part of their extended family. When you think about family there is always one factor that concerns you about their work environment and that’s safety.

“Safety is extremely important. We have our team trained on a regular and ongoing basis in all aspects of construction safety through the Saskatchewan Construction Safety Association. We are very close to completing the necessary steps to becoming COR certified which represents our commitment to continually improve our own safety program,” says Jason Hrywkiw, director and co-owner of RH Electric. “Everyone should be able to get home to their families at the end of the day without being hurt.”

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Those words carry a lot of pride and passion which continues over to their dedication in being a top notch company that delivers the very best product and service available.

“We are a family run electrical contracting company with a highly experienced staff specializing in all sectors of the electrical and data/com industry, offering new construction and maintenance solutions for projects of any size. We also offer 24 hour emergency service,” explains Hrywkiw.

With over 86 years of combined experience the Hrywkiw’s understand how to do any size of job the right way.

They have recently completed projects for Trimac Yorkton, Raymore New Holland, Bridgeview Fluid Solutions and Peavey Mart; as well as additions for Yorkton New Holland, Value Tire

Yorkton, Bridgeview Manufacturing and Bridgeview Seeds. Currently they are staying busy with Terry Ortinsky’s Royal Ford, Heritage Baptist Church, Sage Creek Development, and York Station Development at the Parkland Mall.

Not only are they capable of any agricultural, commercial, or industrial job, including service changing, underground trenching, sign repair, fire alarm, maintenance, and renovations, they are extremely busy in the residential sector where they install a lot of home automation, including lighting controls, blinds, temperature controls, distributed audio, home theatre, and security access and camera systems.

They are constantly training and researching to know what the latest trends and technologies are and how to give that experience to the client. “There

LEFT (l-r) Back Row: Brett Wiley, Colin Hrywkiw, Jason Hrywkiw, Shawna Kriger-Kemp, Randy Hrywkiw, Brock Hrywkiw, Paddy Sanderson, Ryan Rhinas. Front Row: Mitch Bodnarik, Kirby Litzenberger, Beau Swan, Adam Hautz, Dean Katzberg, Ryan Thurlow.

is a ‘WOW’ factor when you can bring up and control all of the different systems in your home on your smartphone or tablet, but the real benefit is the substantial energy savings that can be attained with a properly installed and programmed, functional home automation system.”

They also supply tested and certified Data/com and Fibre optic installations for any size and type of project. “We have professionals trained with the products and test equipment on our team that specialize in this area.”

RH Electric Ltd. was started 29 years ago by Randy Hrywkiw after moving to Yorkton with his wife Luanne.

All three of their sons, Jason, Brock and Colin have apprenticed under their father and learned some valuable lessons that have been crucial in the success of the company. “The two most important

things that Dad taught us is to take pride in your work, and do whatever it takes to make your customer happy,” tells Jason.

RH Electric Ltd. has been able to grow because over the decades they have built trust with their repeat clients and referrals. “Our customers know that we are a local company and have been around for a long time. They know that they are going to always get a quality job done at a fair price and on time.”

With 17 employees, RH Electric Ltd. can respond to all calls promptly to ensure the job is done quickly and accurately.

Community Service is a big part of the RH Electric Ltd. vision and they currently donate time, sponsorships, and donations to Habitat for Humanity, Parkland Community College, Yorkton Exhibition Board, Yorkton Skate Park, the Yorkton Terriers, minor sports teams,

and recreational sports teams around the Yorkton area.

The caring attitude brought to the job is the same that is extended to their valued employees. “We see our team as extended family and are extremely grateful for their efforts. We know it wouldn’t be possible without them,” expresses Jason. FLP

RH Electric Ltd 657 Broadway St. W, Yorkton, SK 306.782.5592 Randy randy@ rh-electric.com Jason jason@ rh-electric.com Brock brock@ rh-electric.com Colin colin@ rh-electric.com www.rh-electric.com

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Councillor Michael Bob, Mayor James Wilson, Chief Sheldon Taypotat, Councillor Edna Lavalle-Crowe, Councillor Iris Taypotat, Councillor Vera Wasacase

NEW HOTELS FOR SWIFT CURRENT AND YORKTON

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n May 31, 2012 d3h celebrated, along with Kahkewistehaw First Nations, in the Framing-Out Celebration of the new Home Inn & Suites – Yorkton. This marks Kahkewistehaw’s first hotel purchase on behalf of the band. D3h is proud to be a part of the development by providing construction and management services on behalf of the ownership group.

The Framing-Out Celebration was well attended with over 100 people from the band, media and local community businesses. Mayor James Wilson of Yorkton, Chief Sheldon Taypotat and Kahkewistehaw Board Member Michael Bob were in attendance showing their unwavering support of this new project.

Chief Sheldon Taypotat of the Kahkewistahaw First Nation, states “It’s a dream come true in economic development. This wasn’t decided overnight, it was decided five or six years ago. It’s been a long time coming,

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and it’s going to create opportunities for jobs, create revenue for us to start other business ventures, and help the people of Yorkton as well.”

“We wanted to work with someone who knew about hotels and construction.

D3h has a number of hotels across the country, so they’ve agreed to work with us and help us build,” Taypotat says.

Don Rosten, CEO of d3h Hotels states, “d3h Hotels is extremely pleased to be working with Kahkewistehaw First Nations to construct and manage the Home Inn & Suites - Yorkton. We believe Yorkton has maintained strong economic growth, and we are looking forward to bringing a new and unique hotel product to the city. Kahkewistehaw’s unwavering support of our management group and this project has been outstanding, and we look forward to working with them now and in the future.”

“It has taken a great deal of hard work to get to this stage,” Taypotat adds, “I’m very

proud of my members and I’m very proud of the hotel that’s going up - it’s going to make many opportunities for people.”

The hotel will be located in the same parking lot as the Painted Hand Casino and steps to the new Gallagher Centre which houses the Farrell Agencies Arena; the Flexihall, a sports fieldhouse; curling rink; convention centre; leisure water park including wave pool, waterslide, lane pool and more; and several related businesses.

Along with multiple reservations already, the hotel has also been named the Host Hotel for the Saskatchewan Association of Fire Chiefs Convention and Tradeshow in 2013. For more information about the hotel, please visit www.homeinnyorkton.ca.

Home Inn & Suites – Swift Current, twin-sister hotel, will be opening August 17. For more information, visit www.HomeSwiftCurrent.ca To make a reservation, please call (306) 778-7788.

The two hotels will house a combination of 80 limited service room types to larger suites which include a full kitchen. Features of Home Inn & Suites include free HomeEssentials breakfast with hot items, relaxing indoor pool area with 2-story waterslide and whirlpool, and business centre with printing and faxing capabilities. New to the Home franchise is the addition of meeting/event space with capacity up to 30 people featuring built-in LCD projector and whiteboard, large windows and exquisite French door access to an outside patio, exceptional for small weddings, reunions, and small gatherings.

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OUR FAMILY OF HOTELS We are proud to announce that Candy Days Inn – Calgary Airport: 403.250.3297 McBride, Chief Human Resource Officer of Days Inn – Edmonton South: 780.430.0011 d3h Hotels, was nominated for a Woman Days Inn – Medicine Hat: 403.580.3297 of Distinction Award in the category of Days Inn – Red Deer: 403.340.3297 Leadership and Management. Candy started Days Inn – Regina: 306.522.3297 with d3h Hotels 10 years ago along with Days Inn – Regina Airport West: Also new to the Home Franchise only 4 staff. Now, there are 19 staff at d3h 306.584.3297 is a tranquil and serene full service Head Office based in Saskatoon and over Make under the Covers your go-to of casual loungewear and or birthdays,salon selection and spa. This salon and spa is 250 employees in the hotels.

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These two establishments have heard the needs of the community, and provide what the citizens of Yorkton seek.

Oh Jin Kwon and his brother Kai came to Yorkton with plenty of experience from cities around the world. With over 10 years of experience, they have worked in Toronto, Vancouver, Japan, and Australia before coming here to open Yorkton’s first sushi restaurant. Although they have only been open six months, Jin has already had positive feedback and return customers. Everything is freshly made from high quality ingredients.

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