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ver the decades the landscape of business has changed drastically for a myriad of reasons. More recently, the rise of women entrepreneurs has increased exponentially as women become firmly rooted in their drive, abilities and passions. In this issue we hear from some of those inspirational women who are contributing to diversity and equality in the business sector. Homeowners know upkeep and maintenance is an ongoing task. Kim Patzer provides practical and useful tips that will show you how to use lighting in a way that will make your home shine!

Revisit the iconic Mustang as we celebrate its 50th anniversary, and explore how it has changed throughout the decades. Creative minds that use their talents to document their surroundings are an important part of any area. The artists’ special pays homage to local artistic talent. As we welcome spring, we start dreaming of that coveted deck or garden, or the perfect summer vacation. The articles within cover all of that and more, and will help you get prepared as we look ahead to summer. Finally, Fine Lifestyles shares exciting news — our next issue brings forth a new look as we expand to feature our Manitoba communities more prominently. These changes are growing not only our magazine, but our team as well, so together we welcome you to this issue of Fine Lifestyles. Correction: TJK Divisional Services is the name of the photographer of “Sweet Success,” an article appearing on page 92 of Winter 2013 (Volume 2; Issue6) of Fine Lifestyles Parkland. Photo for the lead image of “The Parkland’s Best Kept Secret” page 44 of the same issue should also be attributed to TJK Divisional Services.

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HOUNDSTOOTH BY LISA DRADER-MURPHY, NATIONAL FASHION COLUMNIST PHOTOS GEOFFREY CREIGHTON MODEL SARAH MURPHY

ne of my favourite fabrics to work with is supple woolen traditional houndstooth (or hound’s tooth). Referred to by the French as “pied de poule” and to North Americans also as “dog’s tooth.” This classic weave can be found in almost everyone’s closet. It is androgynously embraced, succeeds in any scale, and may manifest as comfortable tradition or cutting edge. Lisa Drader-Murphy, photo Jenn Gregory

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Houndstooth is characterized by a large checked pattern, broken checks

or abstract four-pointed shapes, with notched corners suggestive of a canine’s tooth. An example of a tessellation, houndstooth is most often in black and white. A tessellation is the tiling of a plane using one or more geometric shapes, called tiles, with no overlaps and no gaps. In mathematics, tessellations can be generalized to higher dimensions. Another mathematical idea that can be portrayed through tessellations is symmetry. Their repetitive nature is

both soothing to the eye and creatively stimulating. Tessellation designs are seen regularly on textiles, woven, stitched or printed, houndstooth arguably being among the most recognizable. Houndstooth originated in Scotland, some believe as early as the fourth century, when tartans were worn to identify clans in battle. During this time, houndstooth was one of the few plaids with no designated clan. Consequently, wearing the pattern became a sort of strategy for peace — perhaps akin to sporting the blue and white of the United Nations. (Ironically, this pattern was part of Scotland’s lead in the creation of camouflage cloths.) The pattern made a resurgence in the 12th century, emerging on fabric in the Scottish Lowlands, and in variations such as the Glenurquhart Check and Glen Plaid. These woven woolens remained popular in and around the Scottish

Lowlands into the 1800s, where the shepherds wore houndstooth as a heavy outer garment. According to John Telfer Dunbar’s “The Costume of Scotland,” houndstooth was originally made on woven wool cloth, but it has since made its way to tweed and other fabrics. By the 1930s, upperclass city folk were wearing houndstooth as a status symbol — a far cry from its battlefield beginnings. Since then, the classic woven pattern has found its way into numerous couture collections by the likes of Christian Dior, Chanel and Louis Vuitton. While it did experience a respectable level of popularity, houndstooth did not become truly iconic until Christian Dior used it in a pair of court shoes in 1959. The interesting graphic nature of the weave has inspired many designers over the years, and in the 1930s, the pattern was adopted by the upper class as a

symbol of wealth. During the 1960s, houndstooth dominated the international fashion scene, from the famous court pointed shoe on Christian Dior’s ads to the runways of Ann Klein and Geoffrey Beene. By the mid-90s, fashion houses of Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Emporio Armani and Moschino regularly featured the iconic weave. The traditional pattern has found its way into many fibres and weights and has become a recurring fashion theme. Once used exclusively for overcoats, it can now be seen in dresses, skirts, scarves, hats and home décor items. I love styling this enduring trend head to toe or mixing it with bright solids like crimson and teal. For those who prefer only a nod to the weave, a handbag or fedora is perfect for finishing a winter look.

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t was always Jessica Keating’s dream to open her own business and be her own boss, and her dream finally became a reality when she opened Hometown Glory in October of 2013, a beautiful boutique clothing store in her hometown of Russell, Manitoba. “I wanted to do something that was needed in town, and my first love was always clothing,” she remarks. “So I moved home after I was done school with that in mind.”

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Hometown Glory sells a wide range of clothing for both women and men that is comfortable, practical and unique. “Nothing in the store is over $150,” notes Keating, and there are clothes for every taste and occasion. “Whether you want to dress up or down, if you’re going to a wedding social or going to work at the bank, it’s clothing that you can wear in the town that we carry,” she says.

Glory to reflect her love of the prairies. “I’m extremely proud to be from the prairies, and that was a huge goal for me in the sense of design and clothing that I brought in,” shares Keating. “I wanted to work with the prairies. I didn’t want to have a clothing store where something was overpriced, or didn’t work with the prairies. I wanted to sell something that people could wear every day in the community.”

Keating is very proud of her prairie upbringing, and has designed Hometown

She also takes great care in choosing which brands to carry in the store, and

only carries those which are both wellmade and unique. “Nobody wants to look like everybody else,” remarks Keating. “I’ve picked brands that are a good price point, but also unique; brands made of good material.” Keating comments that two of the things she loves most about owning the store is when people tell her how pleased they are with their clothing, and how soft their new clothes feel. Along with girls’ and ladies’ clothing, the store also carries men’s wear, denim, watches, jewellery —much of which is handmade and Canadian — handbags and accessories, and local products, including Pip Creek Farm and Studios handmade soaps. Keating is also excited to be collaborating with Emily Hamilton in the new year to create a line of logo t-shirts for the store. Perhaps the greatest thing about Hometown Glory is its cozy atmosphere and personal feel. “Everything in here has a story,” says Keating. “My boyfriend made 90 per cent of the furniture in the store right in our garage — everything from coffee tables, to piping and wall mats. My friends have hand-sewn the pillows, and I have my uncle’s old dresser in here as well,” Keating remarks. “Now we’re also seeing people coming into the store to see the furniture, and people are asking him to build things for them.” Since Hometown Glory opened its doors it has continually grown, bringing in new brands and styles. It is always fun to stop in and have a look. Regular updates on the store can be found on its Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts. Come visit the store today. Hometown Glory 202 Main Street North Russell 204.773.4336 | | TOP RIGHT Jessica Keating & Russell Davies

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MARK’S EMBROIDERY Customize Your World PHOTOS CAROL’S PHOTOGRAPHY

ark’s, formerly known as Mark’s Work Wearhouse, has long been one of the most successful retail stores in Canada. Mark’s in Yorkton has a well-deserved reputation for their excellent customer service, quality products, and satisfaction guarantee policy. What people may not know is that Mark’s also has an embroidery and promotional products division, where customers can personalize anything from T-shirts to thermoses with the help

of Mark’s customized embroidery and heatpress services. Family owned and locally operated, Mark’s and its staff have been supportive members of the Yorkton community for the past 23 years. Since its inception in 2002, Mark’s Embroidery has been helping local businesses, sports teams, schools, and community groups promote and burnish their brands and images. Clients can embroider company uniforms, office attire, gifts and award

products for employees, clothing for special events such as golf tournaments and barbeques — all with the help of Mark’s well-known, quality brands like WindRiver, Dakota, and Denver Hayes. “Most of our customers are businesses and sports teams who are looking to identify [themselves] a bit better with the clothing that their employees are wearing,” says Jennifer Bueckert, Mark’s store manager. “Big or small, we love to do it all, and with over 150

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different fonts to choose from, some very personal and unique options make for some wonderful possibilities. We are also helping people with items for family reunions and weddings.”

professionally and to the specifications you desire, and if someone happens to charge less than them, they will offer a full price match on identical products, with an additional 10 per cent discount.

According to Bueckert, it is the quality of their product, their attention to detail, their excellent customer service and the skill of their embroiderers that sets them apart. Not only do existing customers remain very loyal, but new customers are continually starting to use the service.

Another option that is not reflected in the name, is heat pressing. You can do more with ink than you can thread, and at Mark’s Embroidery, their heat pressing system is by far the most flexible and versatile option they can offer you. They have the ability to apply your logo to any number of products, such as golf towels, T-shirts, or hockey jerseys for your minor league team.

“One of the compliments we are always getting are about how quickly we get the job done,” says Val Ungar, manager of Mark’s embroidery division. “We will not take short cuts or compromise the quality of work that we do. Our customers expect good work, and we do our best to exceed those expectations.” When you walk into Mark’s in Yorkton, you are presented with big-chain resources, but small-town service. They will make sure the job you want is done

At Mark’s Embroidery they believe that your brand shouldn’t just be limited to clothing, which is why they offer a virtually endless variety of different products, such as cooler bags, thermoses, golf balls, and even flashlights. At Mark’s Embroidery and Promotional Products, you are only limited by your imagination.

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Keeping a SKateboarding Legacy aLive by AlyssA Rudyck photoS simple shots by JAckie

n the early 1970s, skateboarding was revolutionized by the introduction of the polyurethane wheel. It was around this time that skateboarding became more than just a sport; it became a way of life. Surfers took to the pavement and began experimenting with moves that had never been seen before. At the forefront of this revolution was the Zephyr skate team, an aggressive group of die-hard skaters whose intense passion for skateboarding and radical experimentation would change the sport forever. At B3 Snow & Skate in Yorkton, they strive to pay homage to this legacy, and do what they can to keep the old school spirit of skateboarding alive. “We try to stay as true to that type of old-school, non-commercialized skate shop as possible. Avoiding that corporate feeling is very important to us,” explains Daniel, who is a third-part owner and operator of B3 Snow & Skate. B3 Snow & Skate is a family business owned by brothers Daniel and Jeremy Wayman and father Robert Wayman, specializing in skateboards, snowboards and long boards. They carry all the necessary gear for every board, as well as a selection of brand-name skate clothes and trendy appeal. With an indoor skate park and a team of sponsored riders in and out of the shop, B3 Snow & Skate is more than just a skate shop; it is a skateboarding community. “It’s a really friendly, homey environment. [The kids] can come in and fix their skateboards, or use our indoor skate park facility. You come here and you feel at home, while at the same time picking out stuff you like,” says Daniel.

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According to Daniel, it is this down-toearth, old school vibe that makes B3 Snow & Skate the skate shop for Yorkton and the surrounding area. A team rider for almost 11 years, Daniel notes that the outstanding customer service at B3 Snow & Skate comes from having an intimate knowledge of their product. “Being a skateboarder myself for 15plus years, I know the ins and outs of a skateboard… and if I don’t know something about snowboarding or long boarding, I always have someone here who does,” says Daniel. He notes that experts on-hand are not restricted to staff members, as there are always veteran skaters and snowboarders around, happy to offer their expertise. Another way that members of the B3 Snow & Skate team have helped nurture the Yorkton skateboarding community is by fundraising for a new skate and bike park in the area. In 2011, B3 Snow & Skate riders, Nathan Grayston and Tucker Chornomud, won the AVIVA Community Fund competition, receiving $150,000 to put towards building what is now the Yorkton Skateboard, Bike and Walking Park. In the upcoming year B3 Snow & Skate will continue to look for opportunities to enhance their customers’ experience. “We’re always keeping it fresh and changing things up,” says Daniel. This year, B3 Snow & Skate will undergo several renovations, including renovating the shop floor. Daniel also hints that customers can also look forward to some cool new shops moving in next door. B3 Snow & Skate is a balance of experience and innovation, enhancing an old-school approach with new technology and products to bring the best skateboarding experience to Yorkton.

B3 Snow & Skate Ltd. 129 Myrtle Avenue Yorkton 306.782.3629 www.b3xtreme.com right L–r Daniel Wayman, owner; Alicia Lizon, manager

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Profiling a National Leader Ron Hanishewsky on Making an Impact BY TORI STAFFORD PHOTOS COURTESY OF KINSMEN AND KINETTE CLUBS OF YORKTON

ifteen years ago, Ron Hanishewsky decided he wanted to become part of something bigger, something that was actively working to make his country better. What he found was an organization with nearly a century’s-worth of experience in helping communities to improve quality of life; what he found was a vocation, where he could touch the lives of others and inspire those around him to give back to the communities they call home. What he found was Kin Canada. “For me, it was wanting to get involved with the community. I was looking for a way to give back and be around other like-minded people who were networking,” Hanishewsky says of his first involvement with the Kinsmen Club of Yorkton. “It was a chance to find the opportunity to give back in the community.” Hanishewsky is still a member of the Kinsmen Club of Yorkton, but now he also serves as the national vice president. Having worked his way through numerous roles and positions with his local club, and then at the provincial and national level, Hanishewsky — raised in Melville, Saskatchewan — is now only months away from becoming the national president of Kin Canada. It isn’t what he had in mind when he got started with the organization, he explains, but once he got involved with Kin, he simply couldn’t stop — the work these groups do is so important, and the reward one feels personally from doing such work is unsurpassed, Hanishewsky says. “A community that doesn’t have a club always loses,” he says, noting that the work Kinsmen and Kinettes do across Canada creates a ripple effect of positive development and impact. “We built an arena here in Yorkton back in the 70s. If the Kinsmen didn’t do it, would that arena have been built? It probably would have been built, but at some other place and time, and it would have been put on the taxpayers. A lot of times, Kinsmen and Kinettes are doing things that are needed in their communities, but aren’t the highest priorities for the city or town municipality.” Using the Kinsmen Arena in Yorkton as an example, Hanishewsky explains how the projects Kinsmen and Kinettes work on seem to create positive advancements exponentially for years to come: the arena is now home to the Yorkton Minor Hockey Association, is the

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venue his local club hosts a fundraising tournament at annually, and is place where his organization sponsors for those in the community. It is similar, he says, to what has happened since the ParticipACTION movement of the 1970s. This initiative created “ParticiParks,” activity-oriented parks in over 100 communities across the nation. Now, in the 2010s, many of Kin Canada’s almost 500 clubs nationally, are working to make these and many other parks wheelchair accessible. From smaller, local projects the individual clubs take on, to the larger, provincial initiatives — such as TeleMiracle here in Saskatchewan, the 20-hour telethon that raises money to provide equipment and access to medical assistance to those with special needs in the province – and, all the way to national projects like raising funds with national charity

partner, Cystic Fibrosis Canada, and international endeavours, like disaster relief efforts, Kin Canada is there. And this network of giving and support is beneficial to those within it, as well, Hanishewsky says. “That’s another thing about Kinsmen: you’re going out in your community and you’re doing things, but it’s also fun, and you develop friendships,” he expresses. “If you go somewhere across the country and you have problems, there’s always somebody in the team who will know who you can call to find a Kinsmen or Kinette locally. It’s just kind of an extended family, and anybody you don’t know, you’ll quickly get to know.” Having donated more than $1 billion to Canadian causes since its inception in 1920, and over $40 million towards the fight against cystic fibrosis in the past

50 years, Kin Canada is now focusing on increasing youth involvement, Hanishewsky says. Looking forward to his term as national president, he is excited about getting out and speaking to various clubs across Canada and hopefully inspiring them to continue with their efforts in “serving the community’s greatest needs,” he explains. One of the most rewarding parts of being involved with Kin Canada is that you don’t have to actually see everyone that is going to benefit from something you’ve worked on in order to know that they will. This makes every effort you put into Kin worth it, Hanishewsky expresses. “We’re impacting people that we’re never ever going to meet,” he says. “We’re making an impact in communities, and hopefully making Canada, and the world, a better place.”

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KINSMEN AND KINETTES Rooted in the Community to Help Yorkton Grow BY TORI STAFFORD PHOTOS COURTESY OF KINSMEN AND KINETTE CLUBS OF YORKTON

t isn’t hard to see the effect the Kinsmen and Kinette Clubs of Yorkton have had right here in the local community — the evidence is all around. From the parks where we share leisure time with family and neighbours, to the multiple events the club hosts annually, and even the rink where many learned to skate, Kinsmen and Kinettes have been part of making Yorkton the place we call home.

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For members of Kin, the numerous projects they’ve contributed to and the infrastructure they’ve helped create for the community may be points of pride, but they are also the results of the mandate the clubs hold: “Serving the community’s greatest need.” Established in 1945, the Kinsmen and Kinettes of Yorkton have carried out that mandate with a simple, but effective approach, explains Ron Hanishewsky, a member of the Yorkton club, who

also currently serves as national vice president of Kin Canada. “We look at raising funds and giving those funds back to the community,” Hanishewsky says. “We do projects throughout the year, and we raise on average about $100,000 [annually] that goes back into our community.” Through ongoing initiatives, such as Kinette Catch and Release for TeleMiracle, a Ladies Night, Kinsmen

Radio Bingo, the Trip of the Month lottery, and their successful annual Comedy Night, the Kinsmen and Kinettes of Yorkton have raised well over $4 million in their 69 years of operation that has gone directly towards the betterment of those in Yorkton and the area. Some of the funds raised are directed to other organizations and charities, such as Big Brothers, Big Sisters, Habitat for Humanity, Brayden’s Close Cuts for Cancer, Red Cross, scholarships and sponsorships, and local food banks. Other times, the fundraisers have more specific goals, such as, Bags of Love for Shelwin House or the Kinsmen Gift of Giving Toy Drive in Yorkton, when, when Kinsmen and Kinettes take to the local Wal-Mart and hand out gift cards pre-loaded with $10 to shoppers. The objective is to have the shoppers use that $10 towards buying a toy, and

to then donate that toy back to the Kinsmen and Kinettes, who ensure those gifts are delivered to local children who might otherwise go without during the holidays. Another Kinsmen Club of Yorkton fundraising initiative is their annual hockey tournament. Not only does the event raise funds, it also brings people to Yorkton, helping to stimulate the community and the local economy. That’s because the tournament, which has a 39-year history, consists of Kinsmen Club members from across the province heading into Yorkton to play a few games of the nation’s favourite sport, all in the name of “Serving the community’s greatest need.” The growth and development the Kinsmen and Kinettes of Yorkton foster may be evident in their own community, but these men and women also contribute in huge ways to the

national initiatives of Kin Canada, as well as being part of the driving force behind Telemiracle — the annual Saskatchewan-based telethon. Although it seems like a lot of work, the initiatives and projects Kinsmen and Kinettes contribute wouldn’t be possible without the teamwork these volunteers are happy to be a part of. “Anybody who wants to make their community a better place, who wants to make an impact on another person’s life, all the while making an impact on their own life, that’s what the club is all about,” says Hanishewsky, who truly feels that everybody can and should get involved with Kinsmen and Kinette Clubs. “You put so much into it, but you get a lot more out of it.” Kinsmen Club of Yorkton 306.621.9457 www.yorktonkinsmen.com kinsmenclubofyorkton@sasktel.net

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The culture of bullying amongst adolescents is a real and ever prevalent threat. As the tragic stories of young men and women defeated by the torment of their peers make headlines, the heartbreaking reality of bullying has become a focal point of national concern, launching campaigns nationwide intended to inform youths about the dangers of bullying and spread hope to those suffering abuse. This fall, in an effort to provide guidance and promote support, philanthropic musicians Stephen Maguire and Codie Prevost, along with Canadian Red Cross representative Jeanny Buan, brought their anti-bullying campaign, Imagine No Bullying, to schools and communities across Saskatchewan.

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uring the presentation, each shared a personal story about personal experiences being bullied while they were growing up. They explained that by staying true to themselves and following their dreams, even in the face of discrimination, they were able to rise above. Maguire, Irish-Canadian folk singer, and Prevost, Canadian country music star, both shared a dream of pursuing music. While playing a selection of fun and uplifting songs for students, the duo encouraged them to find their own passion, and asked that they make an effort to support artists — or anyone else who may seem a little different, as these are the individuals with something special to contribute to the world. They explained to students that they are the ones in control of their future, and that, no matter what anyone else says, they have the ultimate power over their lives. As living proof of individuals who have triumphed over past insecurities, they assured students that anything is possible if you don’t give up on yourself. To help guild the way, the antibullying campaigners suggested that

students pursue self-discovery, draw inspiration from positive role models and deal with their emotions through creative expression. Along with having the power to change their own lives, the Imagine No Bullying team encouraged students to take the initiative to help better someone else’s present. Simply acknowledging someone, even just saying hello to them in the hallway, could make an incredible impact on a person’s life.

with teen suicide to seek help, and talk to someone immediately about how they are feeling. As someone who was bullied during her youth, she assured students that things do get better, and that there is always someone to turn to when you are feeling helpless. Maguire and Prevost ended the presentation with a song they wrote about the importance of putting a stop to bullying. With its distribution to local radio stations, the musicians have certainty it will continue to circulate in each city they visited and give hope to those being bullied.

Although much of the Imagine No Bullying presentation was entertaining and heartfelt, there was a somber moment where students were asked to look around at their peers and understand the very real possibility The Imagine No Bullying that the person sitting campaign was presented to next to them could be gone tomorrow students across the province. due to the emotional repercussions of bullying. STOPS INCLUDED: Buan emphasized how Saskatoon, Regina, Swift Current, important it is for anyone Weyburn, Yorkton, Hague and La Ronge. experiencing the kind of hopelessness associated

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WLF MEDICAL’S CORPORATE PLAN Educating Employees on Weight Loss Surgery and Saving You Money BY ALYSSA RUDYCK PHOTOS HEATHER FRITZ

besity is a medical condition that, based on a recent study conducted by Statistics Canada, affects over 50 per cent of the national population. Individuals living with obesity struggle everyday to find normalcy in their lives, often suffering from additional medical health problems, as well as psychological issues that stem from negative body image. While these factors can be extremely detrimental to the overall wellness of the individual, obesity affects the workplace as well. While dieting and exercise are two important aspects of healthy living, for

many people who struggle with obesity these tools alone are often not enough - which is where WLF Medical steps in. WLF Medical is a bariatric program that offers weight loss and cosmetic surgery, and provides patients with comprehensive educational and followup programs. “We change people’s lives,” says Melanie Wildman, president and CEO of WLF Medical in Saskatoon. “People who suffer from [obesity] face discrimination every day, as well as health problems such as type two diabetes, hypertension, and fertility problems. Even cancer rates are higher. [Weight loss surgery] transforms

people’s health. It gives them a healthy future to look forward to, and on top of all of that there is also the emotional and psychological wellbeing that comes from feeling normal. You get your life back.” As a business owner who struggled with obesity herself for many years before undergoing bariatric surgery, Wildman not only has an intimate understanding of the physical and emotional repercussions of being overweight, but of the economic impact that obesity can have in the workplace as well. “For any business that has three or more employees, the odds are that one of those employees will have a weight ABOVE RIGHT Melanie Wildman, owner WLF Medical

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For any business that has three or more employees, the odds are that one of those employees will have a weight problem...

problem,” Wildman states. “What a lot of small or medium business owners and HR professionals don’t necessarily understand is the cost that companies bear when their employees suffer from obesity. For example, companies could see significant savings in plans and packages, because employees who have weight loss surgery access those plans less often for things like sore knees, sleep apnea, depression and migraines [which] cause the overall cost of the plan to become more affordable not only for the employer, but for other employees as well.” “A regular-weight woman, for example, will on average miss three days of work a year, [while] someone who suffers from obesity will miss more than eight,” Wildman attests. “We also know that productivity goes up by over 30 per cent

for employees who are no longer obese, simply because they feel better and have a more positive outlook on life. They are [no longer] weighed down by sore knees or carpal tunnel syndrome or migraines, so they are healthier and more engaged at work. If you put all that together, then there is a significant cost saving for employers.” Wildman strongly believes that implementing a program to educate employees on the benefits of weight loss surgery is mutually beneficial for employers, which is why WLF Medical offers a corporate plan, and why she chooses to offer it to employers free of charge. “There is no cost to employers to participate in the program,” Wildman emphasizes. “It is an educational tool,

as well as a benefit that they can offer, at no charge, to their employees. If they have four or more employees and they are part of the corporate program, then they can also access WLF services at a discounted rate.” Please contact WLF Medical for more information on corporate programs and how to include WLF Medical services in your company’s benefits plan.

WLF Medical 210-820 51st Street East, Saskatoon 1.877.306.8891 306.665.8891 www.wlfmedical.ca

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LAST ISSUE OF FINE LIFESTYLES PARKLAND WE WERE ABLE TO BRING YOU A LOOK AT SOME OF THE TALENTED ARTISTS OF OUR AREA, AND IN THIS ISSUE WE ARE ABLE TO SHARE MORE ART FROM THE PARKLAND.

art of the wonder of finding artists in our own backyard is recognizing that the scenes and settings, the influences and inspiration of their work come from the world that we share with these talented people. They give us a new way to see ourselves, and a new sense of significance knowing that our regional experiences and landscapes inspire art.

Like our landscape and our people, the art of the Parkland is varied and brilliant. Whether it be shaped from wood, metal or glass, the form of artistic expression is limitless; our world, expressed with a photographer’s vision, a potter’s tenacious skill or a quilter’s precision, is beautiful and wondrous.

We may find a glimpse of home in the vivid colours of a painted canvas, hear the cadence of our speech in the phrasing of our musicians, or simply encounter a familiar feeling in a poem.

Join us again, in this issue, as we continue to explore the glory of the Parkland as captured in the creative work of our resident artists.

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ESTERHAZY’S UNDERGROUND ECONOMY IS MORE THAN JUST POTASH

t all began in 2003. A creative energy was sparked in Jocelyn Duchek after an extensive bout with chronic illness. Colour and brush became a big part of her healing, which would later evolve into a thriving art business.

for art,” says Duchek. She notes that the underground location and long hallways have a lot in common with the local potash mine, and the facility, as Jocelyn’s Fine Art Gallery, is also a trove of abundant, precious resources.

Duchek very quickly outgrew her home studio and began looking for a larger space. In 2010, she discovered the perfect location: a tucked-away, 4,000 square foot space on Main Street Esterhazy that had not been utilized for years — all underground. Duchek jokes that this was Esterhazy’s first “DOWNtown Mall,” which she quickly converted into gallery, studio and art supply store with enough room to rent out a few more spaces to other businesses. “The hallways are vast lengths of wall space, perfect

The gallery is now home to 10 artists from the Parkland area, working towards Jocelyn’s goal of promoting visual arts in Esterhazy and providing local artists an opportunity to display and sell their work in a professional setting. The artists bring a wide selection of styles to the gallery. Some of the treasures you can find at the gallery are paintings, from abstract to realism in acrylic, encaustic and watercolor; copper tree sculpture and garden sculptures; as well as woodwork, pottery and photography.

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This space has a big-city look with a small-town feel. “It is important to me that the gallery maintains a comfortable, welcoming atmosphere. The art is here to be appreciated and/or purchased. You don’t have to know anything about art to come in here and get inspired,” says Duchek. Duchek encourages people to pick the art that makes their heart sing and decorate around it, or create an eclectic mixture. “Art is a very individual thing and one of the most influential additions in our homes and work spaces. It has the power to change a whole room and can bring many benefits to your life,” says Duchek. As soon as Duchek started painting, people started asking her to teach them. Teaching came quite naturally to Duchek

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since she has a background in education and a passion for the arts. Stocking art supplies was the next logical step, as there were no professional art suppliers in the area. “It’s very rare to find high quality art supplies outside of major cities,” says Duchek, who is working to fill that gap. She stocks paints, encaustic waxes and tools, a huge selection of stretched canvases and frames, and much more. Duchek teaches classes in acrylic and encaustic paint and focuses on the beginner, specializing in colour theory. With a small class size of four to six students, Duchek is able to focus on each individual and help them develop their skills.

See Jocelyn’s web site for details or contact her to learn about upcoming classes, wine and cheese events or promotions.

Jocelyn’s Fine Art Gallery 418 Main Street, Esterhazy Tuesday to Saturday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. or by appointment 306.745.2800 jocelynduchek.com

LEFT Jocelyn Duchek Artist, Consultant and Instructor

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BEAUTIFUL FURNITURE That’s built to last a lifetime BY TOBIE HAINSTOCK PHOTOS AMBER TRUBIAK

y grandpa was a big influence in my life,” recalls Bob Ries of BR Wood Designs, “he was a carpenter and he was the reason why I got into wood working.” Wood design has always been a passion of his and in 1983 Bob took a cabinet making course. Regardless of what kind of work he was doing at the time, the love of working with wood has always remained with him. For several years Bob worked diligently at a custom furniture company in Airdrie, Alberta where his primary focus

was building bedroom furniture. “I dealt a lot with the customer, getting to know them and what they liked, and with the designer,” states Bob, “I really learned a lot working there.” As in any aspect of life, eventually there came a time when Bob felt a strong desire to move away from the pressures of city life, and move back to country living. In the fall of 2008, Bob and his family moved back to eastern Saskatchewan. He had returned to the place of his roots, back to where he first fell in love with working with his hands.

About a year and a half later, after restoring the family cabin, Bob was ready to pursue his dream. Nestled in the Duck Mountain area, BR Wood Designs services the Kamsack area by supplying beautifully handcrafted furniture to families and businesses. Bob has the eye and technique of a true craftsman. His customers come to him for beautiful and unique pieces to enjoy in their home for years to come. No matter what kind of wood or design you are looking for, Bob can work with it. His one true goal is to please his clientele.

ABOVE Custom designed Georgian Mission style bedroom suite made of oak, with a dark wengy color.

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Bob is experienced in working with several different types of wood and is pleased to build the piece according to the specifications of his customers.

“It’s all about the customers and what they want,” he comments.

based stains and recycled materials whenever possible.

your lifetime, furniture that you can pass along to your family.”

Bob goes on to say that he likes to create a special and unique piece of furniture for his customers based on what they are looking for. “They give me the ideas, from a picture or something they’ve seen, and I design it from there,” he explains. Bob is experienced in working with several different types of wood and is pleased to build the piece according to the specifications of his customers. He also adds that he is mindful of the environment and uses water-

Bob takes a lot of pride in the work he does and is pleased to be able to offer the ‘old school’ quality of workmanship that his grandpa taught him as a boy. Whether it’s a coffee and end table set, a bedroom suite, china cabinet, deacon’s bench, bathroom vanity or any other wood furniture, the craftsmanship quality of BR Wood Designs will make it the centrepiece of your room. “The furniture I build is heirloom furniture,” he says, “I want you to be happy with it for

The beauty and quality of the furniture built by BR Wood Designs speaks for itself. BR Wood Designs 306.590.8066 brwooddesigns@sasktel.net

ABOVE L-R Bob Ries, owner, Farm style table made of reclaimed fir workbench and local birch and poplar trees , Boardroom table designed for Duck Mountain Provincial Park made in solid maple with a walnut wheat sheaf inlay.

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Spring 2014

ENTERTAINMENT CALENDAR

FEBRUARY–APRIL

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February 22 to March 2 RV and Boat Show Yorkton’s Gallagher Centre

March 8 Women’s Wellness Day “Princess Ball” Roblin Community Centre

March 1 Abominable Snow Slam 10 Yorkton’s Dr. Brass Elementary

March 8 – 9 Parkland Outdoor Show and Expo Yorkton Gallagher Centre

March 2 John Gracie Yorkton Regional High School

March 15 Sask. Wildlife 29th Banquet & Awards Melville Legion Hall

March 7 Melville Firefighters Puck ‘n Funny Horizon Credit Union Centre

March 16 Infinitus Yorkton Regional High School

March 22 – 23 Kids Expo 2014 Yorkton’s Flexi Hall

March 30 Ice Fishing Derby Kamsack Wildlife Federation

March 24 to April 5 Yorkton Music Festival 2014 Yorkton

April 11 – 13 Yorkton Spring Expo Gallagher Centre

March 28 - 30 Melville Chamber of Commerce Tradeshow Merv Moore Sportsplex

April 12 Melville Rail Station Gala Horizon Credit Union Centre

March 29 – 31 Kinsmen Business Expo Dauphin’s P.R.C.

April 17 Jimmy Rankin Dauphin’s W.A.C.

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A Cozy Cup of Coffee in your Community by Tori STafford photos UniqUiTy PhoTograPhy

hether you’re out running errands on a chilly day, meeting up with friends you’ve been missing, or simply looking to relax and unwind after a long day on the road, having a place where you can stop and enjoy a great cup of coffee can turn an ordinary day into something very special.

their trips. With all of the rejuvenation and investment that is making downtown Russell the bustling hub of the community, the couple decided there was no better way to participate in the growth of the place they call home than to bring one of their favourite things to town — a specialty coffee house.

For Claudia and Mark Keating, searching out small coffee houses along their travels has always been a highlight of

“We really enjoy the atmosphere of a nice coffee house when we’re on the road, and when we purchased the old

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bank building in 2011, there was nothing like that in the area,” Claudia says. So, together, the Keatings decided to open Bin 22 Coffee Co. — a quaint, little coffee house that shares the main level of the historic bank building with a boutique clothing store at the corner of Main and Assiniboine Streets. Using a number of vintage accents from the Keating family farm — custom furniture and handcrafted counter tops — Bin 22 Coffee Co. has a rustic atmosphere with an urban flair,

and travellers to make downtown Russell a regular stopping point along their route. “One of our goals in opening a specialty coffee house is to draw in traffic off the highway and into the downtown area, which helps our wider community as a whole,” says Mark, a third-generation grain farmer who grew up in the Russell area. “Also, we wanted to test our skills in a new business, and create a few jobs… and we thought a specialty coffee house would fit the bill!” creating a warm environment to sit and sip a caramel latté or a cappuccino with friends and family, or to simply enjoy a good book. Warm wall colours envelop customers, and encourage passersby to sit and stay a while, which is all in keeping with the Keatings’ hope to make their coffee shop not only a place where locals come to socialize and grab a coffee, but also a place that will encourage tourists

Bin 22 Coffee Co. serves up a variety of quality hot and cold espresso-based beverages, including cappuccinos, lattés and frappes, and offers locally-baked treats to nibble while enjoying a tasty drink. In essence, it’s a place for everyone. “I think anyone who loves a great cup of coffee in a warm, friendly environment should stop in,” says Mark.

Check out the brand new specialty coffee house in the heart of Russell, at 202 Main Street North. To contact Bin 22 Coffee Co., call 204.773.4328, e-mail bin22coffee@gmail.com, or visit their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ bin22coffeeco. Bin 22 Coffee Co. 202 Main Street North Russell 204.773.4328 bin22coffee@gmail.com | ABOVE Claudia and Mark Keating

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BOOSTER JUICE: A SMOOTH RIDE TO FLAVOUR PHOTOS CAROL’S PHOTOGRAPHY

Booster Juice’s Gift Card Fundraising initiative provides fundraising groups with as much as 20 per cent of profits — and enables buyers to perform a delicious good deed.

very Booster Juice blend — from the “Mango Hurricane” to the “Matcha Monsoon” to the “Strawberry Storm” — boasts nutritional clout and first-rate flavour, making Booster Juice Yorkton the de facto source for smoothies and health.

twist, bite into a “Booster Bake,” or snag something portable (they have a great PowerBar selection) to devour later. For those with extra dietary needs, “dairyfree and gluten-free smoothies and food items are offered,” notes Booster Juice marketing consultant Dawn Smith.

And smoothies aren’t the only thing the Yorkton Booster Juice can whip up. Wraps and paninis are also on the menu (the “Smoked BBQ Steak Wrap” and “Sundried Caprese Vegetarian Panini” are two customer favourites). Sweet tooth? To soothe the craving with a healthy

Yorkton’s Booster Juice receives its own “boost” from owners Benno Looft (formerly of Benno’s Fitness) and chartered accountant David Horsman. “Positive energy and love of the community show in every decision Benno and Dave make for the store,”

ABOVE L-R David Horsman, Nicole Hedley, Rashelle Andrusiek, Tatyana Lingelbach, Brittany Hintz, Benno Looft Missing: Brooklyn Somogyi, Liam Thomson

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says Smith. Rashelle Andrusiek has also joined the team as manager, and the restaurant’s technology is being updated as well: “we’re putting in all new blenders.”

smoothie or wrap. It’s a fast, friendly, healthy alternative,” explains Smith. Workers don’t even need to leave their desks, since delivery is available without charge on orders above $25.00. Catering, likewise, is available anytime for companies and bosses feeding business associates.

As residents of Yorkton, says Smith, Looft and Horsman hope to use Booster Juice to expand their community involvement. You may have heard of Yorkton Booster Juice’s “’Healthy Bodies, Healthy Minds’ hot lunch program” for schools, which takes “individual student orders,” then delivers wraps and smoothies directly to each classroom. “Benno and David’s wives are both teachers in the Yorkton elementary school system,” notes Smith, so it’s no surprise that students’ wellbeing is a priority.

Local athletics are a favourite Booster Juice cause. “To mention one, we sponsor a Yorkton United Football Club soccer team,” notes Smith. They also provide fuel to citywide hockey favourites, the Yorkton Terriers — offering to cater players’ pre-game meals, as well as an in-store discount. Plus, Smith adds, “We offer the public 10 per cent off on game days.”

Yorkton Booster Juice also nourishes nearby professionals. “A lot of business people who find a heavy meal makes them sleepy pop in for a lunchtime

The Terriers have also been honoured with a unique smoothie bearing their name, as has the local John Deere dealership. “Who knew matcha tea

matched the classic Deere green?” laughs Smith. And the exclusive “Ford Fruit Frenzy” smoothie was created for Royal Ford. “What would your business’s smoothie look like?” posits Smith. “Ask, and we’ll create it.” Smith hints that Booster Juice may go mobile when warmer weather arrives, providing refreshments at Yorkton’s parks and beaches. In the meantime, Looft and Horsman have acquired a Burger King, and it’s due for a makeover, Smith says. “We’re renovating, retraining, updating the system, and putting in new equipment.” Soon, “Burger King will be a go-to for friends, families and business people to meet for a meal, or pick up a bite at the drive-through. Watch for the changes to come!” Booster Juice 150 Broadway Street East, Yorkton 306.782.0235

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MELVILLE MINOR HOCKEY

ASSOCIATION Sports Banquet 2014 BY APOLLINE LUCYK PHOTOS CHANTELLE RIVERS

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THE CONVENTION CENTER AT THE HORIZON CREDIT UNION CENTER IN MELVILLE WAS ABUZZ WITH SPORTS FANS AND HEROES ALIKE ON JAN. 18. THE THIRD ANNUAL MELVILLE MINOR HOCKEY ASSOCIATION (MMHA) SPORTS BANQUET BROUGHT TOGETHER PEOPLE FROM ALL AREAS OF THE COMMUNITY, YOUNG AND OLD.

he MMHA Sports Banquet is an annual event that raises funds for the hockey association, while also celebrating Melville’s sports culture and history. “We’ve always considered [Melville] to be a very unique community in that we have been the home of many great athletes, and people that have become professional athletes in a wide variety of sports,” comments Sports Banquet chairman Jeff Kohnen. “We’ve had a lot of high profile, famous athletes come from our community, and part of this event is honouring those heroes and role models from Melville.” The evening comprised of cocktails, supper, three wonderful guest speakers, both a live and silent auction, and a door raffle. Of the evening’s three guest speakers, two were Melville alumni who have gone on to become successful professional athletes: Joyce Gamborg, who played on the Canadian Women’s National Volleyball team for 10 years; and Terry Puhl, a renowned professional baseball player, since retired. The other speaker was well-loved Saskatchewan Rough Riders alumnus Matt Dominguez. In addition to the three guest speakers, there were also three special guests in attendance from the 2014 Grey Cup team: Mike McCullough, Chris Best and Keith Shologan, who added extra excitement to the night. Other guests included Mayor Walter Streelasky, MLA Bob Bjornerud, MMHA President Wayne Bokor, Melville Millionaires coach Jamie Fiesel, Tornado Hunter Greg Johnson, and many Melville Millionaires baseball and hockey alumni. Another highlight of the evening was the live auction, which raised money for both the MMHA and the Andre

Parker fund. “The generosity and goodwill shown by some of our alumni this year, in contributing to our auctions, was really heartwarming,” remarks Kohnen. “We had the largest auctions we’ve ever had.” There were six jerseys donated to auction off for the Andre Parker fund, a fund that honours a MMHA and Millionaires hockey player who passed away a year and a half ago. The most highly sought-after jersey donated was a signed Bobby Orr Boston Bruins jersey. The others included a Paul Coffey of the Oilers, a Tyler Bozak of the Leafs, a Patrick Kane from the Blackhawks, a team-signed Coyotes jersey, and a John Ferguson Canadiens jersey. With the auctioning of these jerseys, the MMHA was able to contribute greatly to the trust fund this year. Finally, in addition to supporting the trust fund and the MMHA, the Melville Students Against Drunk Driving (SADD) chapter helped out with the event, and were able to gain considerable funding from the evening as well. Yet the most memorable aspect of the evening was the warm atmosphere that permeated the event. People were there to celebrate their community and to give back to it, and that showed. Joyce Gamborg made the point of mentioning in her speech, “It is so important to an athlete to have people support them,” she says. “Thank you for coming here to support the kids of the future.” This year’s event had the highest attendance and highest profits of all three years, and it is thanks to the generous support of the community that it was possible. The MMHA looks forward to an equally exciting and successful event next year.

OPPOSITE L-R Matt Dominguez, BACK ROW Mayor Walter Streelasky, Keith Shologan, Mike McCullough, Chris Best, Jeff Kohnen FRONT ROW Terry Puhl, Joyce Gamborg, Matt Dominguez, Joyce Gamborg and Doug Senyk, Terry Puhl, Bob Bjenreud

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HOLIDAY AT HOME

Staycations

ccording to Wikipedia, the term “staycation” was coined by Canadian comedian — and former Parklander — Brett Butt, first reaching a public audience in a 2005 episode of Corner Gas. In the years since, “staycation” has been added to the Miriam Webster dictionary, and is commonly understood to mean taking a vacation close to home. Staycations became popular following the 2007 economic downturn, when the cost of travel kept many North Americans home for their annual days off. A staycation can encompass anything done locally and on a budget, from lounging in

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the backyard to a weekend getaway in a nearby bed-and-breakfast. Ideally, a staycation is a break from routine, a chance to add zest to the ordinary, which can be done inexpensively and in a time pinch. Here, the focus switches from exotic experience to an expanded knowledge of local attractions, such as museums, art galleries, recreational amenities and local restaurants, and can mean a commitment of no more than a day or two. Spending a holiday in one’s own neighbourhood can be a great opportunity for a family to get away together on a regular basis. By focusing on family time,

a staycation can be less stressful than far-away travel and specifically tailored to the particular interests and needs of each individual family member. Exploring the local scene also offers the added benefit of encountering people close to home, allowing opportunity to develop new friendships that can be sustained by sharing common interests and a local community. It doesn’t take contact with foreign soil to constitute a good time and restful escape; with a willingness to see the attractions in one’s own home town, and a bit of imaginative spontaneity, any weekend can be a holiday.

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Campground with amenities and recreational facilities including electrical sites, showers, group camping, volleyball court, ball diamonds, horseshoes, paddling pool, swimming. Two log cabins and two beach huts for rent. Also a great place for weddings, family reunions & staff parties.

Lakefront cabin rental located 15 minutes north of Asessippi Ski Area & Resort at Bodnaruk Hill Development along Lake of the Prairies. Year around access. Fully furnished, including Bell Express Vu, deck, barbeque, 2 bedrooms, full bath and kitchen with cookware & dinnerware. Sleeps up to six people. Boat launch at development.

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12 miles north of Russell, MB or 18 miles south of Roblin, MB of off HWY 83 along the Shell River

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Manitoba’s Asessippi Parkland:

Building the new Prairie economy

ituated along the Manitoba/ Saskatchewan border in the heart of scenic valley lands, the Asessippi Parkland and our friendly communities will pleasantly surprise you. A diverse landscape featuring rolling hills, deeply incised river valleys, fertile farm lands and bountiful lakes and forests offer up a quality of life that challenges what we believe to be a prairie lifestyle.

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It is here that we are building the new prairie economy. A deep appreciation for our agriculture roots and a way of life that has endured for generations has resulted in a “can do” attitude and entrepreneurial spirit that defines the Asessippi Parkland as “the place to be.” Whether you are seeking an investment opportunity, a new place to call home or a place to get away from it all, the Asessippi Parkland has what you’re looking for.

Only an hour drive from Yorkton is the town of Russell, a growing business and service centre surrounded by the charming and historic communities of Binscarth, Angusville and Inglis. Recreational development dot the east and west shorelines of Lake of the Prairies and also exist at Asessippi Ski Area’s Cottage Cove as well as Silver Beach Resort, a small lake that borders Riding Mountain National Park.

Russell’s “old world” themed Main Street, adorned with arches that welcome you as you travel along the way, hosts a wide selection of shops and services geared to every taste. Complimented by access to some of Manitoba’s best outdoor recreation, our backyard will satisfy any outdoor enthusiast with opportunities for hunting and fishing, boating, golfing, birding, skiing, hiking, biking, snowmobiling, gardening… the list goes on! The choice of adventure is only limited by your imagination. A good selection of quality hotels and guest houses are available to suit any travellers’ needs. Options for day camping include Asessippi Provincial Park, Silver Beach Resort, Binscarth Park and Pool, and Asessippi Beach and Campground. A number of seasonal campsites are also available for those interested in a longer-term stay. For those that prefer artistic endeavours, Vagabond Theatre in Binscarth provides opportunities for all ages to try out their acting prowess or to enjoy the show as part of the audience. Prairie Arts cARTel offers visual artists a chance to hone their skills and display their works. We also have a photography club that meets monthly. Festivals, feasts, concerts and good old Manitoba socials are ongoing activities that bring people together to meet and mingle, enjoy a good meal, share a laugh with friends and neighbours or take a turn on the dance floor. Annual events like Canada Day celebrations, the winter and summer fishing derbies, Beef and Barley Days, snowmobile

derbies and the Asessippi Slush Cup provide added occasions to absorb local culture and participate in small town fun and friendliness. Do we love a parade! Whether you take in the traditional Canada Day parades and events at Binscarth and Inglis, or join in with the Silver Beach cottage-owners parade, you’ll be sure to enjoy July 1 in patriotic style. But, we don’t stop at one parade per year. In addition to Canada Day, the Russell Lions Prairie Classic Catch and Release Walleye Tournament hosts the best boat parade in Western Canada, and the year wouldn’t be complete without the annual Russell Chamber Santa Day and Parade in early December. Whether the Asessippi Parkland appeals to you for business or pleasure, we invite you to explore the region. Visit one or all of our quaint communities. Observe the natural beauty of Lake of the Prairies and the valley lands that encompass it. Experience local culture with all of your senses and decide for yourself. Is this “your place to be?”

For more information go to: www.asessippiparkland.com www.asessippiparklandtourism.com OppOsite Lake of the Prairies BOttOm Russell’s Main Street Arches phOtO courtesy of Don Bach Right tOp tO BOttOm Cottage Cove phOtO courtesy of Cottage Cove; Binscarth Canada Day Parade phOtO by Al Marshall; Water Skiing at Silver Beach Resort phOtO by Mark Keating; Millwood Bridge (south-west of Russell) phOtO by Dawna Boyce; Asessippi Ski Area & Resort phOtO by Mark Keating

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Functionality & Atmosphere WITH THE FLIP OF A SWITCH BY KIMBERLY PATZER

ighting has many functions; it allows us to see, creates a comfortable environment and keeps us safe and secure. Smart lighting allows greater function of space, creates depth and accentuates areas of a room. There are three types of lighting to consider; general, task, and decorative or accent lighting.

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General lighting is used to provide overall illumination of space. A chandelier, for example, sets the mood by its level of brightness. But, to escape the monotony of general light it needs to be teamed with task and/or accent lighting. Task lighting enables us to perform activities that require a more intense light, such as cooking, sewing or reading. Task or direct light can come from the ceiling but sometimes a better source is lamplight. Decorative or accent lighting emphasizes an area or an object, adding to the drama or the mood of a space â&#x20AC;&#x201D; it is not relied on for vision. For example, you would project accent light onto a piece of art to accentuate it for visual appeal.

obtained. The second bank for the main area was placed with function in mind. The third bank was for decorative use, but also to illuminate an area that was dark most of the time. By adding these lights in their particular placement, not only was an overall pleasant mood created, but the basement is now a much more comfortable environment to live and work in. Be it mood, function or both, proper lighting is important to creating a livable and enjoyable space. If you find your space lacking luster or function, consider the amount of lighting and the type of lighting that you have. There is always a solution!

In some cases the artificial lighting that is installed is not enough to maximize proper use of a space. I worked on one basement in particular that was used as the main living space for a family and had only two ceiling lights installed. These two lights provided enough general light to see, but on a dull day, or at night it was too dark for comfort and did not cast enough light into the perimeter of the room for it to be a functional space. The result of poor lighting was a depressing and restricted space. To solve this problem, three banks of pot lights were installed with each bank on a different switch. This allowed for all the lights to be on at the same time, or depending on the need, one or two banks could be on, creating a different mood but still enabling function. One bank was for the perimeter of the room, and if only these lights are on a romantic mood was

Kimberly Patzer is a certified Interior Decorator based in Yorkton, Sask. where she has operated her business, Truly You Interiors, for more than two years.

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THAT STAND THE TEST OF TIME BY TRINA ANNAND PHOTOS SIMPLE SHOTS BY JACKIE

ome is where the heart is, and with that sentiment many renters are realizing their dream of homeownership in the new booming economy. Building a new home or renovating an old one can be chaotic, but with the right construction professionals on your side, creating that perfect home can be a painless experience. Joseph Toppi was born into a construction family, and with the tutelage of his father, the industry was a natural career choice. At iConstruction, Toppi and his crew pride themselves on their attention to detail and use of quality products. With more than 70 years of combined experience, iConstruction’s close-knit

team of five can handle residential, commercial and industrial construction jobs. “Owning my own business has allowed me to design my company the way I want. I have been able to hire experienced staff who are skilled in different areas. This approach allows us to handle anything from basic concrete elements all the way to the completion and exterior finishes, whether it is a home renovation or a commercial project,” notes Toppi. With 15 years in the business, Toppi understands both the needs of clients and the best technology and products for the job. The team is comfortable working with home owners, but also displays

the level of professionalism needed to work in industrial settings. Working with local electrical, plumbing and engineering specialists, iConstruction creates a seamless transition into the reenvisioned space. “The construction industry has a reputation for being a little rough around the edges. We have built a company that prides itself in professionalism and promoting trust with our clients. We are not simply handymen. We have the skills and expertise to back up a job well done,” remarks Toppi. Building a better construction business was always a priority for Toppi, but he

ABOVE L-R Randy Lulashnyk, Nolan Kuruliak, Joseph Toppi, Chad Thomson, Stewart Swain

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ended up building a better community as well. By donating to Snowarama and working with Ducks Unlimited, iConstruction helps preserve the Saskatchewan way of life. A transplant to Yorkton, Toppi quickly learned what clients were looking for in a construction company. “We offer everything a client could want under one roof, and they can trust that we will do a job right the first time. We are interested in building good relationships along with beautiful homes, as well as moving local business and industry further towards their goals,” says Toppi.

We offer everything a client would want under one roof and they can trust that we will do a job right the first time. “We are passionate about what we do. You spend most of your life at work, eight hours or more a day, five days a week. It is a waste of your time and your client’s time if you don’t love what you are doing. Part of doing a great job is about confidence; if you hate your job, you are definitely not going to be confident in your skills, and neither is anyone else,” remarks Toppi. By building better homes, offices and factories, iConstruction is building a better business and community, one project at a time. When you need construction work done with a professional, choose iConstruction and set your mind at ease. iConstruction’s personalized service puts them above the rest.

iConstruction P.O. Box 784, Yorkton SK 306.783.1208 iconstruction@sasktel.net www.iconstruction-inc.com

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A REAL ESTATE DREAM TEAM BY COURTNEY TAIT PHOTOS CAROL’S PHOTOGRAPHY

iane Rusnak and Kathy Fehr-Yung are an established Yorkton real estate team offering the services of two agents, which means round-theclock availability for their clients, with no detail overlooked. As part of RE/MAX Blue Chip Realty, the pair joined forces in 2013, with over 30 years of combined real estate experience. “Nothing gets missed when there are two agents,” says Diane. “We make sure our clients are fully satisfied. Service is our speciality.” Born and raised in Yorkton, Diane is well-known in the community, where she has built a successful real estate career. Kathy originally worked with RE/MAX® office Saskatoon, where she has an exceptional record of success. Working side-by-side in the RE/MAX Blue Chip Realty office, they exchange listings and information to ensure they are providing the best possible experience for their clients, whether it’s helping them find their dream home or selling their current one. Both Diane and Kathy are fully licensed, specializing in residential real estate. Clients benefit from their shared expertise and honest, people-oriented approach. Their diverse life experience enables them to relate to a wide range of people. “We understand where our clients are coming from, and can help them overcome a lot of obstacles,” says Kathy. “We’re involved in the community, and know the needs and wants of the people here.” For their clients in the younger demographic Diane and Kathy say they take them under their wing, treating them with the same care as if they were their own children. “We’re almost like their real estate moms,” says the team. “We walk them through the process.” Known for their caring, professional approach and efficiency, the duo is consistently referred to family and friends by their clients. Kathy says important aspects of their service are having a positive attitude and listening to what a client wants. “People must have a good feeling the first time they meet with you,” says Diane. “We like to develop a relationship with our clients. People say they feel comfortable with us.” Diane and Kathy say that being able to share their perspectives on various

aspects of their work makes for a stronger client experience. They list houses, present offers and go to listings together, each of them invested in every part of the process. “Our biggest goal is to make sure our clients have complete confidence in us,” says Diane. “Our job is to make the transaction smooth.” Looking forward to the future, the team strives to maintain and grow their business with the same exceptional service to their clients in upcoming transactions. For both women, the biggest fulfillment of their work is seeing their clients’ dreams come true. Offering their combined expertise, knowledge and time makes

that a reality for the people they serve. “We’re a partnership,” say Diane and Kathy, “truly passionate about what we do.” Let this partnership work for you.

RE/MAX Blue Chip Realty Diane Rusnak 306.621.1535 Kathy Fehr-Yung 306.620.8677 269 Hamilton Road, Yorkton dirusnak@sasktel.net kathy@kathyfehr.com www.dianerusnak.com www.kathyfehr.com OPPOSITE L-R Diane Rusnak & Kathy Fehr-Yung FineLifestyles

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o Jeremy Wayman and his father, Robert, they aren’t just in the business of building houses — they’re both actively engaged in the business of customer satisfaction and bringing dreams to life, as well. That’s because between the two of them and their key trades people such as senior finishing carpenter Darcy Chernipeski, the company has over 50 years experience in the construction industry.. And it’s for this reason the pair decided to have two focuses when they opened Wayman Dream

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Homes Inc.: customer service, and quality workmanship. It’s this model that sets Wayman Dream Homes apart from other contracting companies, Jeremy Wayman explains, noting that the goal is to maintain dialogue with their clients from the beginning of a project to the end. “We have organized and established different levels of our business to improve efficiency,” says Wayman, himself in charge of administration, customer care and consultations at the company.

“My Father takes care of doing the actual on-site supervision, making sure that the work is getting done properly and on time.” As long time residents of Yorkton, Sask., and with decades of experience, Wayman Dream Homes is able to employ the most “highly skilled subtrades people locally, and always have a solution for any project. From small renovations in custom trim work, to larger upgrades such as custom kitchens and bathrooms, and all the way to custom home building, Wayman can

We strongly emphasize on client communication throughout the course of the project, and we like to be able to basically work side-by-side with our clients throughout the project...

take on any home renovation or building task. The company’s network of partners in the skilled trades means tackling tile and stone work, custom cabinetry, and even exterior renovations can be done through one company; here, clients can turn for projects big or small. Wayman Dream Homes also works in light commercial builds and renovations, with past projects including both offices and businesses — interior and exterior. If you’re looking to build from the ground up, Wayman Dream Homes offers a variety of options. The company has an

array of different house plans to choose, and will also work with clients on custom builds. Serving Yorkton and area, Wayman Dream Homes will work with their clients to make their vision a reality.

“The focus is on being a quality contractor, with quality workmanship, and quality service, which includes, of course, any warranty services afterword, as well.”

“We strongly emphasize on client communication throughout the course of the project, and we like to be able to basically work side-byside with our clients throughout the project,” Wayman says, noting that it is important to him to ensure the client knows what is going on every step of the way.

Wayman Homes Yorkton, SK 306.641.4158 waymandreamhomesinc@gmail.com ABOVE L-R Darcy Chernipeski, Jeremy Wayman, Robert Wayman

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NorthStar Insurance and Real Estate

HELPING YOU FIND YOUR DREAM LIFESTYLE BY TOBIE HAINSTOCK PHOTOS JULIE SHINER

“ was born and raised in Russell and live in Inglis; this is where my heart is,” remarks Karen Goraluk of NorthStar Insurance and Real Estate. Because she has lived in the area all her life, Karen knows the communities intimately and cares about their growth and development. “I cover a large area; Roblin, Russell, Inglis, Binscarth, Lake of the Prairies and Grandview areas,” she lists, “I love covering this area because I believe it’s some of the most beautiful property around.” Karen goes on to describe the

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varying terrain in this corner of the world. Her love for the area is genuine and her dedication and passion are what make her stand out as a real estate agent for NorthStar Insurance and Real Estate. It was in 1997 that Karen first started in real estate. “My husband saw a sign on the side of the road and later spotted an ad in the paper,” she recalls with a chuckle, “they were looking for realtors in Souris and he said, ‘you could do that.’” Karen did, and hasn’t looked back. Today, she handles residential, recreational and agricultural property for the Parkland

area and has years of experience as a highly successful realtor. Karen can’t say enough good things about the splendour of the countryside; it’s truly a marvel to be appreciated. Her warm and friendly personality is infectious as she describes the properties she sells. “This is such a great area, there’s always so much to do,” Karen comments, “boating, hiking, skiing; you name it!” Whether you are looking for a vacation spot or a permanent residence all year long, Karen can help you find the home of your dreams.

Buying existing or building new; it doesn’t matter. There are opportunities for both. “We have a number of lake lots for sale,” states Karen, “some starting as low as $27,000.” She goes on to explain that there are even some lakefront lots available. There are various developments along Lake of the Prairies with a variety of homes and cottages. Karen points out that one property even has a breathtaking view of an 18-hole three par golf course. These developments offer a tranquil lifestyle for families and empty nesters alike.

I cover a large area; Roblin, Russell, Inglis, Binscarth, Lake of the Prairies and Grandview areas, I love covering this area because I believe it’s some of the most beautiful property around.

According to Karen, the Asessippi Parkland is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. It’s the perfect place to raise a family with plenty of fresh air, spectacular scenery and a safe and healthy environment. This region has access to a number of amenities including schools and bussing, doctors, hospital, shopping and more. Here, a person can enjoy all of the conveniences of the larger centres with the peace and freedom of county living. Karen is also your “go to” person for commercial and agricultural property. From a small business to a large agricultural operation, she will help you find what’s best for you. Karen is always happy to help you with your property search. NorthStar Insurance and Real Estate is located at 227 Main St. in Roblin. For more information call 204.773.6797 or 204.937.8357. Like them on Facebook or check out these web sites www. north-star.ca and www.mls.ca.

North Star Insurance & Real Estate 227 Main St., Roblin MB 204.773.6797 or 204.937.8357 www.north-star.ca ABOVE Karen Goraluk

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YORKTON’S

WOMEN Redefine the face of

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The York Farmers Colonization Company was incorporated in 1882 with a capital shareholders’ investment of $300,000 (equivalent to $7.26 million in present day terms). The first hamlet erected for settlers was York City, which would later be relocated and renamed Yorkton.

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ne hundred years after Yorkton’s inception, the fertile farmlands of Saskatchewan felt the pinch of falling grain prices, changing agricultural policies, and drought that brought an end to a century of nearly uninterrupted rural economic growth and the continuance of many traditional family farms. Like most areas of Saskatchewan, Yorkton’s economy suffered and its population began to decline.

The glass ceiling that once limited a woman’s career path has paved a new road towards business ownership, where women can utilize their sharp business acumen while building strong family ties. — Erica Nicole, Founder of YFS Magazine

Today, the Parkland is experiencing a resurgence of energy and growth. Through the ups and downs of a rural prairie economy, Yorkton has not only persevered, it has changed and endured to redefine what it means to be a community. Through it all, a powerful class of business savvy women emerged, contributing to progress in the Parkland with their work and entrepreneurship. Their efforts and energy redefined what it means to be a person of business, and more importantly, helped expand upon what it means to be a woman.

In The Words of Parkland’s Businesswomen “Support is key in every business, and not just from the community and surrounding area. We have been very blessed to have great family and friends behind us along the way that have allowed us to be able to do what we love.” —Joelle & Judy Joey Kids Apparel And Little Roo Playroom

“I of ten call myself an ‘adventurpreneur’. I enjoy creating new and innovative ways to do business and engage people. I chose what I love and continue to evolve in my passion.” — Laurie, LR Future and Investments

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“My motto in business was the same as in life. I treat my clients with gratitude and appreciation, as I would expect to be treated in any other business.” —Sharon, From The Inside Out

“There’s no such thing as dipping a toe in the water. When you have a big dream you have to jump in with both feet and never look back.” —Jackie, Simple Shots By Jackie

“From a young age it was instilled in me to work hard and be the best at whatever I choose to do. Owning my own business has always been a dream of mine and with hard work and dedication I was able to make my love for fashion a reality.” —Ashley, Uptown Casuals

“My hunger for success is fed by my passion. Real passion is knowing how much you have to lose, but risking the loss anyway. Follow your passion and success will follow you.” —Alicia, Pumphouse Atletic Club

“Without my son and the support of my family I would not be where I am today.”—Stephanie, All About Flowers “I don’t think of myself as just being a woman in business, for me, I’m a wife, a mom, a daughter and a sister in business. You have a different work ethic and drive when you own your own business, it’s a direct reflection of who you are, I believe.” —Kristin, Memories To Last A Lifetime

“Being an entrepreneur is about having freedom and flexibility. It enables me to create balance between work and family.” —Kim, What’s In Store

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Delivery Driver to Designer: A Florist’s Journey By Courtney tait Photos Simple ShotS by JaCkie

tephanie Buckle started her career when she was in Grade 9. Her job as a delivery driver for Yorkton florist, All About Flowers, gave rise to a passion for blooms that set her on her life’s path. Working with flowers continued to be part of Buckle’s journey throughout boarding school, moves to Saskatoon and Ontario, the birth of her son, and ultimately, her return to Yorkton, where she now owns the florist shop at which her interest began. “I’ve been told I have a natural talent,” says Buckle. “I enjoy the creativity, working with others, and all the different things you can do with flowers.” Buckle credits her employers along the way for teaching her about floral design. In Saskatoon, she worked with Fred of Flowers By Fred, and through that experience had the opportunity for exciting ventures, such as assisting florists with designs for the 2007 Juno Awards. From Saskatoon, Buckle moved to London, Ont. where she became a florist at Forest of Flowers, continuing to develop her skills. While pregnant with her son, Giovani, Buckle worked for Designs In Blooms, where she learned how to create floral designs for events such as weddings. Owner of Designs In Blooms, Samirah Ahmed, offered Buckle support through a difficult time in her life, along with passing on her design knowledge. Buckle took her new skills with her, returning to Yorkton with her son.

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ABOVE Stephanie Buckle with her son Giovani

“I left as a delivery driver and came back a designer,” says Buckle. She visited her former employer, Bev Bielinski, at All About Flowers, who re-hired her. Buckle learned more aspects of the business side of floral design from Bev, such as ordering stock. Two years later, she became the shop owner, and in early 2014, joined the board of the Yorkton Chamber of Commerce. “Having my son helped me to grow up,” says Buckle. “I wouldn’t be where I am now without having had him and the support of my family.” Buckle has expanded All About Flowers to feature home décor, including firepots, silk arrangements, large pots and pictures. Gift options such as jewellery and purses are also available, along with gourmet

gift baskets, featuring items such as chocolates, pretzels, dips and Canadianmade caramel corns. All About Flowers creates floral designs for weddings and other events, and Buckle teaches classes such as wreathmaking and holiday arrangements. The store prides itself on being able to work within any budget, offering a range of designs from modern to traditional. The shop’s friendly, professional service keeps customers coming back. “It’s a nice, cozy atmosphere,” says Buckle. “We go above and beyond — whatever the customer wants, we can do it.” You can see updates on their instock flowers, home decor items, and

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upcoming classes on All About Flowers’ Facebook page. Buckle would like to say a special thank you to Bev Bielinski (previous owner of All About Flowers), Samirah Ahmed (owner of Designs In Blooms), Fred (previous owner of Flowers By Fred) and to all of the other florists who have made her the florist she is today.

All About Flowers 6–146 Broadway Street E Yorkton 306.782.4222

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EmpowEring womEn… From thE insidE out by Rebecca SchneideReit photos caRol’S PhotogRaPhy

rom beginning to end, from top to bottom, From the Inside Out Beauty Salon offers a fresh, unconventional approach. “We care about how clients feel, as well as how they look,” says owner and resident stylist Sharon Shore. “We try to make it a special experience.” The salon’s team of six — “five stylists, one accredited nail tech” — offer haircuts and styling, including extensions, teeth whitening and facial waxing, gel nails and pedicures. The staff also offers hair and makeup wedding services, both in salon

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and on location. The personalities at the salon are as varied as their services, so “anybody can come in here — from little girls to retirees — and feel comfortable and inspired.” Numerous take-home products are available at From the Inside Out. Hair product lines include Joico, Nioxin and Unite; the lattermost is paraben-free, vegan and exclusive to From the Inside Out. “We’re also Yorkton’s only ‘ONE world’ styling salon, carrying their entire line of professional blowers and irons,” Shore notes.

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From the Inside Out’s team members rent space in the salon, allowing them the chance to find an individual professional style. “Essentially, each of the girls are their own salon owners, so they’re all incredible entrepreneurs,” Shore says. As head of operations, however, Shore does insist on one thing: a sunny outlook. “It’s about living positively. We love each other’s clients, and we make a concerted effort for all our clients to love being here.” Simply book an appointment to discover how easy that is.

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When clients come in, I want them to feel the camaraderie between the girls, the excitement, the support,” says Sharon Shore. Meet the team — and glimpse that camaraderie — below:

STYLIST CINDY ASHWORTH has been a Journeyman stylist for 16 years and has held a barbering certificate for more than 10 years. Also, for more than a decade she has been a thinning hair specialist and educator with Nioxin. She has travelled to many hair shows for training all over North America! All this lends itself to Ashworth’s reputation among the salon’s team as being a “consumate professional.” STYLIST MICHELLE BOHN’s co-workers are full of praise for her gentle personality and her unswerving drive to refine her styling skills. Bohn’s grasp of hair colour and finesse with “updo” styles, as well as her devotion to clients’ needs, also merited mention from her peers. STYLIST KELSEY GREENE recently moved from apprentice to journeyman stylist status, and her co-workers are full of compliments for her buoyant charm. “Everyone wants to be around her, because she’s infectious!” says Shore. Greene’s skill at applying hair extensions is also emphasized by the team. NAIL TECHNICIAN LACIE HNATUIK’s congeniality, professionalism and sheer talent backed by more than seven years’ experience earn outstanding accolades from her clients and associates. In addition to her salon expertise, Hnatuik’s an accredited GES gel nail instructor. For the best gel nails see Lacie Hnatuik! STYLIST SHARON MORRIS’s co-workers enthusiastically voice their enjoyment of her playful and approachable attitude. That’s a feeling clients seem to share, since, as her peers point out, Morris possesses numerous long-time, loyal patrons. Her hairstyles for men also come highly recommended. STYLIST/OWNER SHARON SHORE possesses Joico master colourist and “ONE” STYLING educator status. Her team is quick to point out Shore’s breadth of experience (she’s been doing this for decades) and her everyday gift for lending a helping hand to both clients’ outward appearances, and their internal mood. From The Inside Out 17 – 1st Avenue N. Yorkton 306.783.1054 frominsideoutsalon@gmail.com L–R top–bottom Cindy Ashworth, Michelle Bohn, Kelsey Greene, Lacie Hnatuik, Sharon Morris, Sharon Shore SPECIAL FEATURE WOMEN IN BUSINESS

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Where Your Child’s Imagination Grows

By Leaps and Bounds by Tonya LamberT photos SimpLe ShoTS by Jackie

Joey Children’s AppArel

ince opening in August of 2011, Joey has been a favourite source of top-quality children’s clothing, footwear, accessories and toys for the people of Yorkton and area. In October last year, Joelle and Judy Bohn decided that they wanted to expand their inventory, but they needed more space. Just three months later, with the help of family and friends and excellent contractors, such as Art Deco, Adam Breitkreuz, AC Electric, Truly You Interiors, Northern Lights and Source

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Embroidery, Joelle and Judy Bohn are excited to announce the move of Joey into a new and much bigger location at 3 – 27 Second Avenue North in Yorkton. Joey now stocks an even wider selection of infant and children’s clothing and accessories, as well as carrying a selection of apparel for the motherto-be and the nursing mom. Joey has an expanded toy section featuring high quality, durable, wooden toys so children’s imagination can continue to grow and develop wherever they are. Jenn Poole, a satisfied customer, has this

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to say about Joey: “Love everything about this store!! It has many unique items and the lady who runs it would do anything to help out her customers! Now that’s how you run a business!!”

lil’ roo plAyroom Albert Einstein once said, “Imagination is more important than knowledge.” This is the philosophy behind Yorkton’s new premier children’s activity center. Designed with a fully-equipped childsize house, restaurant, doctor’s office and grocery store, Lil’ Roo Playroom is a place

where a child’s imagination can roam free to grow by leaps and bounds. There is something so engaging about watching and sharing in the joy and fascination of discovery with your child. Lil’ Roo Playroom is the ideal place for parents to relax and have a cup of coffee while watching their youngsters explore, create and make friends. Along with independent play in this phenomenal play area, Little Roo offers the option of participating in scheduled daily activities, such as putting together puzzles and playing with puppets. Additionally, parents can register their children in a variety of classes, including infant massage, crafts, music and Zumba for Kids. Owned and operated by the motherdaughter duo, Judy and Joelle Bohn, Lil’ Roo Playroom also features a party room with a kitchenette that may be rented for birthday parties or baby showers. Parents

may host their own party or choose from five themed packages: Giddy Up (cowboy), Big Top Circus, Flowers and Fairies, Dinosaur Stomp and The Big 1 (for one-year olds). Each package comes with the option of food, cake, craft, games, gift and photo session. Everything is taken care of so that mom and dad can partake in the fun themselves. Numerous options are available to those wishing to use the playroom. Memberships are available and include a 20 per cent discount on birthday packages and classes. Punch cards are available for purchase, too. Of course, drop-ins are also welcome and encouraged. Judy and Joelle would like to thank everyone who made the new Joey and Lil’ Roo Playroom a reality. They invite everyone to come join the fun and see everything their new, expanded store and play area have to offer.

Joey and Lil’ Roo Playroom 3 - 27 Second Avenue N Yorkton 306.782.1332 joeykids@sasktel.net joeykids.com | | |

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Making Business Personal with real life strategies Photos Carol’s PhotograPhy

or more than 20 years Laurie Renton has been the entrepreneur behind LR Future Insurance and Investments, but with her passion for people and commitment to personal growth it should be no surprise that Laurie’s taking her business services to a whole new level. Growing from an attitude that asks, “How can we make Yorkton the best place, not to only do business but to live?” LR Future Insurance and Investments

has always been a business that stays connected to the community and gives back through volunteering. When you drop by their office you will find the team raising funds or supporting something or someone in the community, and Laurie herself has been involved in initiating and participating in many organizations during her years in business. It was Laurie’s experiences in the community, and her “think outside of the box” approach to problem solving, that left

her with the attitude that entrepreneurs can only become as successful as what they do to encourage success in the people around them. “When I began taking Dale Carnegie classes, I started with only business on my mind,” says Laurie. “It was in a group discussion that a light clicked inside me and said: I am way more than just business. I am here to be more. Everything we do at both work and in our personal lives impact our whole being and that in turn impacts us as business owners. This is why I like the term entrepreneur — ABOVE Laurie Renton with customer Janna Glasman

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it shows that we are on a journey, and the expression of that journey and who we are in truth is our business.”

is so interconnected, it makes sense to discuss needs like life insurance and investments as a whole.

With her passion for people and commitment to personal growth it should no surprise that Laurie has added another dimension of service to her business. “I am still doing my financial planning and insurance, but it’s evolved to a new level,” Laurie explains. “By just evolving yourself and by being you, and practicing something long enough, you will create your unique thing you can offer your community and clients.” The new service available at LR Future Insurance and Investments is titled “Life Matters: Strategies for Personal Success.”

People experience different life stages with different influences in each, with their own values which determine what is most important to them. The strategy behind Life Matters is to reveal what is going on in people’s lives, and what their priorities are in relation to these events. Life Matters asks questions like, are they buying their first home, starting a business, having their first baby, sending their child to kindergarten or university, planning retirement or heading south for the winter? “We need a way to identify with our clients,” explains Laurie, “[and] determine what their highest values are at this specific point in time and address the person as a whole and take their lifestyle into account.”

Life Matters involves a process to assess a client’s highest values and align their investments accordingly. People are not one-dimensional, so it is difficult to compartmentalize their financial needs; because everything in financial planning

Life Matters is about acknowledging the whole person and establishing

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the right options for every individual. LR Future Insurance and Investments and Life Matters Life Coaching make business — personal. LR Future Insurance and Investments Life Matters Life Coaching 7 Broadway Street West, Yorkton 306.783.7737

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lanning an event can be both exciting and completely overwhelming. Creating an atmosphere that conveys the occasion in a stylish, personal way is essential to making your event a success, but not everyone is an expert in colour palettes and décor accessories. That’s where Memories to Last a Lifetime (MTLAL), Yorkton’s only event rentals business, comes in. “We take the stress off event planning and make it fun,” says Kristin

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Weber-Karcha, certified wedding consultant and owner of MTLAL. In the five years since it’s been in business, MTLAL has provided rentals for a wide range of events, including anniversaries, birthday parties, bridal and baby showers, weddings, and fundraisers. The company offers a fresh, modern take on event décor, providing everything from classic black and white palettes to luxurious satin and crinkle taffeta items.

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The company can create city or countryinspired themes such as Paris, Las Vegas, Mexico and Greece, and Kristin and her staff are always on top of trends, like the lace and burlap look currently in demand. So what items can you rent for your special event? Step into the spacious MTLAL showroom and browse through tablecloths, chair covers, table runners, napkins, vases, candleholders and

candelabras. Backdrops, mirrors, cake stands and archways are also available, along with retail items such as cake knives. The store features a vast selection of colours, and if the shade you’re looking for isn’t in stock, the staff can order it. “A lot of people who come in say they didn’t realize how much we offer,” says Kristin. “Everyone says we’re very friendly and knowledgeable about what is available.” While you might associate event rentals with large-scale occasions, MTLAL can also provide décor for intimate gatherings. Planning a date night or holiday dinner? You can rent a couple napkins or a centrepiece for the evening, creating upscale table settings with ease. “Your event doesn’t have to be big to use our services,” says Kristin.

Rather than offering specific rental packages, MTLAL customizes their services and rentals to the individual needs of their customers. “The company is based on the belief that our customers’ needs are of the utmost importance,” says Kristin. “Our team is committed to meeting those needs.” If you’d prefer not to do the setup and takedown of your rental items, you can hire MTLAL to coordinate, enabling you to focus on other aspects of the occasion. The company is available for events both in Yorkton and out of town. Many events require other professional services such as florists, DJs and musicians. The MTLAL staff is happy to suggest the experts they trust, giving their customers recommendations without charge. “We make sure we accommodate people, and they appreciate that,” says

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Kristin. “Our customers often tell us they are so glad they decided to go with us, and that we made everything easy.” Customers of MTLAL continuously recommend the business to family and friends. “We want everyone to feel very welcome and that they’re having fun doing this,” says Kristin. “Sometimes people have no idea where to start. We have the answers.”

Memories to Last a Lifetime Kristin Weber- Karcha 33 Broadway St E Yorkton 306.782.3424 memories@mtlal.com

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WOMEN IN THE WEIGHTROOM. STRONG IS THE NEW SEXY. PHOTOS COURTESY OF PUMPHOUSE ATHLETIC CLUB

he weight room has predominantly been a man’s world. Not anymore. More and more women are stepping under the squat rack and handling the big weights. Strong is the new sexy. This is what Pumphouse Athletic Club (PAC) owner Alicia Simoneau wants for the women of Yorkton and area. “The gym is always seen as a masculine place to be — especially a gym like the PAC, with heavy-duty equipment and big iron plates. But that is simply not true. Many women are intimidated by the weights or the heavy-duty machines. I want women to know that the weight

room is a place they will find the results they are looking for. Strength training is very important for a woman’s body and I want to help each and every one of them get comfortable in the weight room.” Simoneau became an entrepreneur in 2007. Leaving her career in the correctional field in Saskatoon, she moved to Yorkton to pursue her passion for health and fitness, starting in sports nutrition and eventually launching the PAC. “I had a vision, and I wanted to incorporate aspects of my personal style into the gym. The equipment, the supplements and the archery range are

all things that I have a passion for. It definitely wasn’t easy. I had a dream of owning my own gym since I was 14 and I finally did it.” Simoneau has been competing in the figure category of the Saskatchewan Amateur Bodybuilding Association Championships since 2006. Figure is the feminine side of bodybuilding; small amount of muscle, toned, tight and athletic, but feminine. In 2009 she won first place in her category after placing fourth and third in prior years. In April 2013, she placed second in Figure Masters and second in ABOVE Alicia with client Coralie Peppler

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Figure Medium. Later that month, she won the Inside Fitness Magazine Model Search and was featured in the August 2013 issue. Inside Fitness Magazine, one of Canada’s top fitness magazines, also features an annual issue called the “Hot and Fit 100,” where women all across the country enter to be one of the 100 featured. On January 13, 2014 the issue hit newsstands and Simoneau was one of those 100 girls. “2013 was definitely one of my best years in my fitness career. But I want other women to know that I am a normal person. I eat nachos and chocolate and I fight to get into my summer clothes every spring, too!” Simoneau has four years of experience as a trainer and coach for other male and female athletes competing in figure and bodybuilding. There are currently eight athletes in training for the 2014 Championships at the PAC, including Simoneau and her two fulltime trainers. “I’ve been Carter’s contest coach for three years and he is definitely experienced in the fitness industry. He is one of my trainers here at the PAC and he is extremely knowledgeable about weight training and sports conditioning. Celeste is also a PAC full-time trainer. She is a very motivational woman and she can help anyone get started in working towards their goals! She is truly inspirational and a perfect role model for all women looking to take that first step.’’

Pumphouse Athletic Club 27 - 2nd Avenue North, Yorkton 306.783.2400 www.pumphouseathleticclub.com PumphouseAthleticClub Located in the lower level of the former Fields Building TOP Zumba - Instructor Jessica Kaiser MIDDLE L-R Alicia at SABBA Provincial Figure Championships 2013, photo by Glen Grant Photography, Carter Kostenuk with PAC member Clayton Kruda BOTTOM PAC trainer Celeste Penner Before and After, photo by Chris Linton.

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About Jackie…

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PHOTOS SIMPLE SHOTS BY JACKIE

I’m a mom of three and married to my hunting partner. I have enough stuff packed in my car to go away for a week, to fix a torn bridesmaid’s dress or to deal with a minor emergency en route to dance class or archery. I am the girl who can make you laugh in the middle of a serious family photo session and capture the true essence of who you are as a family. I am the photographer with a tear rolling down my cheek while I watch the father-daughter dance. Every single time. I am the one who will look through my camera lens with wonder at the beauty and mystery that surrounds your newborn baby.

I am the girl who loves to see children laughing and being silly because it reminds me of what matters most in life. I am the woman who loves her family furiously; I will do my best to capture the finest and the funniest parts of your family so that your love for them shines through for all time. I am a hopeless romantic, so engagement photos make little hearts and whispers of happy times splatter across my camera’s canvas. I am the little girl who wanted my little pony castle so bad and didn’t get it, so I can understand tears of frustration on a little person’s face; I believe it is worth remembering and preserving just as much as a smile is. I am the girl who, at her core is a Saskatchewan girl. I love hard, laugh hard, play hard and work hard. My family and my photography are my passion and what brings joy to my life. The excitement I feel when I bring your images to life means I know I am doing what I am meant to do. My gift is to see the little things in the people,

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in the surroundings and in the background and to capture the smallest crease of a baby frown and the single tear of happiness on a new groom’s face. When I catch a giggle on a little girl at a tea party or a look of pride on a grandma’s face, then I have had a great day at work. Life is about the moments that take your breath away; photography is a way of catching and preserving those moments so that in years to come, they can make that moment fresh again. When you are getting your photo taken you need to have fun and feel beautiful and feel happy. It’s more than a photo session — it’s a memory on its own. When I am behind a camera, I feel joy; a little piece of me that I never knew existed comes alive and I feel like I am fulfilling something great in the universe. I love raw emotion. I’m not just there to take pictures — I’m there to tell a story. I’m there to capture those moments that you will look back on for the rest of your life and remember how you felt in that split second. I help you create something that lasts forever. That’s my job, and I love it. Simple Shots by Jackie Jackie Herman 306.621.7913 Rhein, SK jackiehermanphotos@yahoo.ca

photo by Jaime Millham Photography

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Hard Working, Dedicated Business Women

with top Brands Photos Simple ShotS by Jackie

ard work and determination are paramount to the success of any endeavour. Uptown Casuals owners, Ashley Wilson and Jessica Hull, have experienced first hand that “what you put in, is what you get out.” The success of this chic local clothing store has come through long hours, attention to detail, exceptional customer service, and up-to-date knowledge of fashion and trends. Both owners will tell you their strong sense of accomplishment and

pride have come from their commitment to customers and community dedication. Uptown Casuals offers its customers a vast array of fashion labels suitable to a variety of ages, styles, and budgets for both men and women. “We offer an assortment of quality tops, bottoms and accessories from labels such as Hudson, J Brand, Steve Madden, G-Star, Maison Scotch, Co-Lab, Hunter, 7 for ALL Mankind, as well as the ever-popular label Ten Tree,” comments Wilson.

The Ten Tree label is known for its “paying it forward” philosophy, which involves planting ten trees for each garment sold. This mindset is emulated in Uptown Casuals’ community involvement of planning and hosting events in efforts to raise funds for local charities and clubs. Hull and Wilson also encourage their customers to give back to their community by accepting gently used clothing for women and children which they donate to the women’s shelter. “In ABoVE L–R Jessica Hull and Ashley Wilson, owners

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everything we do, we try to incorporate supporting causes that we feel strongly about,” says Hull. It’s this attitude of hard work and giving back that makes Uptown Casuals a truly unique store. These working moms strongly believe that women in business have to work very hard for what they want to achieve. “Women need to work at something to have a sense of independence and self-worth. We believe it’s very important to set good examples for our kids; for them to see us working hard at something we love,” remarks Hull. Uptown Casuals’ philosophy is a quote by Estée Lauder, “I never dreamed about success, I worked for it.” By working hard to please their clientele, with impeccable service and top quality clothing, Wilson and Hull are showing women of all ages what dedication can do.

Online sales are also available at Uptown Casuals. “We do a lot of sales through Facebook and Instagram,” states Wilson, “we ship all over Canada to places like Edmonton, Vancouver and more.” Located at 19 Broadway Street East, Uptown Casuals is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday; and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Check out their website www.uptowncausals.ca, like them on Facebook or follow them on Instagram. Don’t miss Uptown Casuals at the What Women Want event; March 14, 15 and 16 at the Conexus Arts Centre in Regina! Uptown Casuals 19 C Broadway Street E., Yorkton 306.783.0303 www.uptowncausals.ca | |

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A Boutique Book And Consignment shop with Something for Everyone By Apolline lucyk Photos lori TrosT

im Takatch is certainly no newcomer to the bookstore business, having started with her mom, Terry Walsh, by working in Terry’s first used bookstore when she opened it some twenty years ago in B.C. Since then, both Kim and Terry have owned used bookstores in B.C. and Yorkton. With their extensive experience and expertise behind them, Kim and Terry have opened What’s in Store, a new boutique shop in Yorkton specializing in gently used books

and clothing, as well as local artwork and wares. Terry handpicks all of the books sold at the store, and the store’s book corner is wellorganized by genre and alphabetically, with an excellent assortment of new fiction, nonfiction and children’s books. If there is a book you are looking for which they do not have at the store, Kim or Terry can even help you to find it elsewhere.

Kim takes care of the clothing, art and handicraft sections of the store. She began selling consignment clothing a few years ago when she started selling her children’s old clothes at her bookshop, and people began asking whether she carried women’s clothes. With the great demand for gently used children’s and women’s wear, she has continued selling clothing on consignment, and now has one of the best selections of gently used children’s, ladies’, and maternity clothes ABOVE Kim Takatch, owner

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in the city. All the clothing items in the store are washed and ready to wear. What’s in Store also carries a wide variety of art and handicrafts. There is a beautiful selection of crocheted items made by artisans in the Yorkton area, and Kim offers artwork from local artists. Terry and Kim will be continuing to expand the artisanal goods the store carries in the future, so it is always worth the while to stop in the shop, and see ‘what’s in store.’ In addition to the artisanal wares, Kim and Terry also sell a delicious line of packaged soups and salads by Simply Delish Soups and Salads. “They are so easy, you can just put the ingredients in the slow cooker before you go to work, and have a delicious pot of soup ready when you get home,” says Kim. “They also have gluten-free options as well, which are also fantastic.” Kim and Terry love having new people visit the store, and would love to show you around. If you have a book you’re searching for, or are looking for a new outfit, now’s a perfect time to come by and check out the new shop. Also, if you have any gently used clothes, which would like a new home, you can bring them by, and Kim and Terry will see if they will fit in the store. Stop in and see the new store today!

What’s in Store 22–2nd Avenue North Yorkton 306.782.4424 whatsinstore@live.ca

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ENHANCED LIVING THROUGH IMPROVED HEARING BY ALYSSA RUDYK PHOTOS SIMPLE SHOTS BY JACKIE

hen your hearing is compromised, so is your quality of living. Yorkton Hearing Services want to help individuals suffering from hearing loss combat their auditory issues and enhance aspects of daily life through improved hearing. “We’re not here to sell hearing aids, we’re here to help individuals with their hearing,” said

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Marina Walls, audiologist and owner of Yorkton Hearing Services. With a master’s degree in Audiology, Walls has an extensive understanding of the industry, and is passionate about using this knowledge to help others. Fitting patients of all ages and levels of need with everything from hearing aids, swim plugs and noise plugs, to blue

tooth and assisted listening devices for telephones and TVs, Walls prides herself on providing customers with honest, professional service and reliable products at an affordable price. Attesting to this is assistant coach of the Yorkton Terriers junior hockey team, Casey O’Brien. O’Brien was born with severe to profound hearing loss that made

it necessary for him to wear hearing aids all his life. He came to Yorkton Hearing Services in August of 2012 to have his old hearing aids replaced, and was fit with Phonak Naida S UP’s, which have a compilot (a Bluetooth device and remote control to adjust the volume and change programs), as well as a TV link system that allows him to hook up TV through his blue tooth and listen at a volume that is comfortable to him. With his new hearing aids, O’Brien is now able to focus on sounds in front of him, to the side, or behind him, which is important when coaching the Terriers. “The quality of [the] service and products [at Yorkton Hearing Services] have advanced my career in coaching at the junior level,” says O’Brien. “I have gained confidence in dealing with people in general, and am hearing things more clearly. My new hearing aids cut out background noises, allowing me to be more involved in conversations in loud areas such as restaurants, hockey games and other busy places.” O’Brien is not only grateful to Yorkton Hearing Services for the gift of improved hearing, but for the thoughtful service he receives as well. “[They] care about their customers’ concerns. When I received my new hearing aids it took time to adjust, just like a new car or pair of shoes. Marina Walls made every effort to help me adjust to the new devices, and made the necessary adjustments to my comfort zone. Her attention to detail, and to my questions and concerns, was something I have never received before when getting new hearing aids.”

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We always do follow up services to ensure that our product is working for the individual, and maintain a rapport with our patients throughout the lifetime of their hearing aid -Marina Walls

Like O’Brien, many other Yorkton Hearing Services customers have come to appreciate the friendly, attentive service they receive from Walls and her associates. To book your auditory health assessment, give them a call. Physician referrals are not required. Yorkton Hearing Services 12 - 3rd Avenue N., Yorkton 306.782.1793 yorktonhearing@yahoo.com LEFT Cyanna Callfas, Marina Walls ABOVE Marina Walls, Casey O’Brien

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THE WORKING BANK Great things happen when your bank works for you PHOTOS SIMPLE SHOTS BY JACKIE

anadian Western Bank (CWB) doesn’t operate like other banks. With its roots in the West, CWB’s focus is on delivering exceptional, personalized service to clients. With no voicemail, you will always reach a person when you phone and it’s unlikely that you will have to wait in a long lineup to do your banking — CWB ensures they have the staff to manage their clients’ needs. When you talk to the manager of CWB’s Yorkton branch, Kelly Price, he will tell you that his team works to make clients feel welcome each and every time they walk into their newly relocated branch on Hamilton Road. Being comfortable

with your bank is key to building an effective relationship for the long term. This approach is core to CWB, which was built on understanding and knowing the client first. “Yorkton has that small town feel and Canadian Western Bank fits with that,” says Kelly. “I think we are the friendliest bank in town.” Canadian Western Bank started in 1984 as Bank of Alberta and became CWB in 1988. “I’ve been in the banking industry for more than 35 years,” says Kelly, “And when I came to Canadian Western Bank last year, I noticed that this company does business differently. At CWB, we are well-staffed and have less employee

turnover. Our employees listen first and have the time to really get to understand the unique situation of each client and get to know them, before finding the financial solutions that work for them.” The strong focus on service was one of the reasons Canadian Western Bank’s Yorkton branch recently moved to a bigger and more convenient location. “Relocating the branch to Hamilton Road was all about providing better service to our clients,” says Kelly. “With more space, we were able to add more staff and provide even better customer service, which now includes a full-service ABM.” The Hamilton Road branch offers

ABOVE Clarissa Castro, Heather Sahulka, Sharon Thompson, Barb Apps, Kelly Price, Jodi Dull, Faye Achtymichuk, Jenn Price, Crystal Lario

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Yorkton has that small town feel and Canadian Western Bank fits with that...

at-the-door parking for easy access, and more space to serve both personal and commercial clients in a comfortable and private environment. Canadian Western Bank’s Yorkton branch has long focused on personal banking services but began to offer business banking services when the branch relocated to Hamilton Road in 2013. CWB offers a full range of personal banking products and services, including mortgages, loans and lines of credit, mutual funds, GICs, TFSAs and deposit accounts. On the commercial side, CWB is most known for understanding clients’ businesses and their industries, and

offers a wide range of business banking options, with areas of focus including mid-market commercial lending, commercial mortgages, energy loans, construction and real estate financing, and equipment financing and leasing. The Bank also draws on the expertise of its seven partner companies and two operating divisions, together known as Canadian Western Bank Group, to provide trust, wealth management, and insurance services.

every single day. As the largest publiclytraded Schedule I bank headquartered in and focussed on Western Canada, they really are a bank that understands the local market and their clients’ unique needs. Learn more about Canadian Western Bank by stopping by for a coffee at their new Yorkton branch or visiting cwbank.com.

Canadian Western Bank wants its clients to always feel confident that they’ve made the right financial choice, which means working to earn their business

Canadian Western Bank 5 - 259 Hamilton Road, Yorkton, SK 306.782.1002 cwbank.com

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Born and raised in dauphin MNP may have a national presence, but its local people are the heart of the firm Photos Pederson PhotograPhic

hen you’re part of a community for decades, you develop a deep understanding of what’s important to the people who call it home. Here in Dauphin, where culture, sports and recreation flourish and provide all the perks of big-city living, the people at MNP know that what’s really important

are the small town values that can be seen in everything people do, from making business decisions to supporting causes they care about. Tere Stykalo, CGA, partner and Regional Ag Leader, says that values like caring for your neighbours are a core part of Dauphin’s culture.

“At MNP, our corporate culture has always been about supporting the communities in which we live and work,” Stykalo says. “Just like the Dauphin community, our firm does things differently. It’s our relationships with one another that are important.” Stykalo grew up in Rorketon and spent several years in Brandon before moving to Above L–r Jennifer Christensen and Tere Stykalo

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Calgary for a year. He then came back to Manitoba to join a local accounting firm that had been in the Dauphin community since the 1960s — Archambault, Yury and Musey. “Ted Yury passed away and the two remaining partners were concerned about the future of the firm. They talked with Don Penny, who was CEO of MNP at the time and realized that MNP could offer people more services while ensuring that the firm maintained its commitment to this community. They merged in 1997,” says Stykalo. Today, MNP’s Dauphin office has grown to a team of 15. Almost everyone was born and raised in the area, including Jennifer Christensen, CGA, partner. She says that being local is important. “When you grow up in the area, you understand the history and that gives

you a greater understanding of people’s challenges and what it took for them to get to where they are today,” says Christensen. “That’s helpful whether they’re looking for specialty tax solutions or need a process like TransitionSMART or ExitSMART to figure out how to pass the family farm or business to the next generation. And when you see people’s farms and businesses succeeding and the city and area grow, you want to be part of that,” Christensen adds. For MNP, being part of Dauphin means supporting the community through sponsorships and other activities, like building a house with Habitat for Humanity. Each year, the firm puts on a hockey tournament and donates the proceeds to a local charity. This year they also held a tailgate party before the Dauphin Kings’ opening game, bringing people out and getting them connected with friends, neighbours and colleagues.

Because agriculture is the lifeblood of the area, MNP also sponsors 4-H, both nationally and locally. “Locally, we’ve been part of the Gold Watch Award and the Beef Show and Sale, and one of our managers is a 4-H leader,” says Stykalo. “It’s very important to us because 4-H promotes agriculture, and we all know that when the farmers do well, the whole community does well.” Ultimately, MNP is a national firm and can draw on expertise across the country to give clients the best solutions. But it’s the fact that they are from here and care deeply for the community that is really valuable. MNP 32 2nd Ave. S.W., Dauphin 204.638.6767 To find out more about an MNP office in your community please visit mnp.ca

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Renovation Revealed at YoRkton Co-op Photos Carol’s PhotograPhy

he Yorkton Co-op Food Centre is changing. After 25 years in the same building, it was time to renovate again. The last renovation in 2005 took them to new standards, and 2014’s renovation has done the same. New colour schemes, new refrigeration, new interior décor, a new entrance and an updated exterior were all completed to bring the store up to the latest and most modern standards. “We needed to upgrade our refrigeration that had served us for so many years,”

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says Bruce Thurston, general manager, “but once we started to look at replacing the compressors, the components needed replacing as well.” What started as a relatively small concept development two years ago, turned into a major project. Thurston adds, “The efficiencies that we built into the new refrigeration add up to a savings of more than $20,000 per year in energy costs.” Energy efficient rack units replace single compressors that ran constantly. Rack units cycle only when needed, effectively

running the refrigerated display cases. Low energy LED lights also replace the energy hungry fluorescent fixtures in the refrigeration cases. The interior has been painted in new colours that complement the updated décor. New murals cover the walls in each department and the new pictures of local scenes add a touch that say, “You’re at home here.” Thurston says customers ask them, “’How much bigger did we make the

store?’ and I tell them that we didn’t make it any bigger, we just made it more visible.” The old décor package had what was called “retail theatre,” which was comprised of items placed strategically on top of all the coolers and refrigeration. “It was modern at the time of the last renovation, but as times change, so do standards,” says Thurston. The profile of the tables and displays, which once hid the departments, is now lower and more inviting. You can see the produce department when you come into the store and you can now look down the back aisle and see from one end of the store to the other. The new open concept makes the store appear much larger. Other changes include the removal of the familiar “peak” at the front entrance, which Co-ops have had for many years, and replaced it with a more modern front entrance. The exterior received fresh paint, and new murals and signage will

adorn the front of the building. The curbs were replaced in October in anticipation of the new paved lot scheduled for 2014. “Customer comments have been very positive,” states Del Ziola, food division manager. “Although the store has been in disarray for several months, the customers have been great though our transition,” says Ziola. “We are doing this to enhance the shopping experience, and customers understood that there were going to be disruptions as we progressed.” “The staff have been awesome throughout the whole process,” says Thurston, adding that, “they were the ones who had to put up with the noise, the dust, the constant cleaning and the cold when the doors were being installed. I know we have the best staff and this just shows again why,” Thurston states, beaming with pride.

It’s now business as usual at the Yorkton Co-op Food Centre, where you can pick up your groceries in a modern new store, have them bagged by a friendly cashier and carried to your car by a helpful clerk. “Try us again, for the first time,” Thurston adds as a parting comment. Yorkton Coop: “You’re at home here.”

Yorkton CO-OP Administration 30 Argyle Street Yorkton 306.783.3601 ABOVE Del Ziola, food division manager

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Parkland College: Addressing Education Needs in the Region and Beyond Photos Carol’s PhotograPhy

resh off its 40th anniversary celebrations in 2013, Parkland College is set to continue its success into the new year serving the needs of adult learners and industry partners in east-central Saskatchewan. The hallmark of 2014 will be the beginning of construction of the Trades and Technology Centre in Yorkton. With funding from the Government of Saskatchewan, dozens of community

and industry donors, and a generous land donation from the City of Yorkton, this project is ready to proceed. The facility will open in time for classes in the fall of 2015. “This expansion will let us deliver more of the programs that are in demand across the region and the province, including power engineering, mechanics and construction trades,” says Parkland College president, Dr. Fay Myers. The

new capacity will help produce an additional 350 full-time graduates per year while upgrading the skills of 2,000 workers annually. Currently, the trades and industrial area is as responsive and flexible as ever. In the 2014-15 academic year, Parkland College will again offer the popular SIAST Multi-Mechanical Trades program in Yorkton. Students can specialize in Heavy Equipment, Truck and Transport,

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Agricultural Machinery or Automotive Service trades. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also the SIAST welding program in Yorkton. Graduates are prepared to work in manufacturing for welding contractors and in welding shops. It can also be an ideal step on your path to being self-employed. Running a small business is an enormous challenge, but Parkland College offers programs to prepare entrepreneurs to thrive in a competitive marketplace. The SIAST Business Certificate provides a strong foundation required to build a successful career. Meanwhile, the SIAST Entrepreneurship and Small Business Certificate is perfect for formulating a solid business plan and preparing the start-up of new business ventures. All of Parkland Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s programs are developed in response to the needs of the community. With such strong demand for health care professionals across the province, the SIAST Practical Nursing program is returning in February 2015. Applications to this long-running program are currently being accepted for 2015-16, with a deadline of March 21, 2014. Whatever your career dreams, Parkland College can help you on the path to your goals. Talk to them today to find your answer. Parkland College Yorkton 306.783.6566 TF: 1.866.783.6766 info@parklandcollege.sk.ca www.parklandcollege.sk.ca | |

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THE FORD MUSTANG:

Fun,

AFFORDABLE AND 50! BY TOBIE HAINSTOCK PHOTOS COURTESY FORD MOTOR COMPANY

A Brief History In 1964, the Ford Motor Company introduced one of the most beloved sports cars in North American history. Owned by countless celebrities including Jay Leno, Sammy Hagar, Tim Allen and President Bill Clinton, the Mustang has become North America’s most wellknown sports car. It’s been featured in approximately 3,000 movies, but the most famous is the Steve McQueen movie Bullitt, considered to have the greatest car chase in film history. It was a bold step for a domestic automobile manufacturer to produce a North American sports car! Upon its debut on April 17, 1964 at the very appealing price of $2,368, first-year sales were optimistically projected to reach $100,000. Ford marketers were astonished when sales exceeded $400,000 within the 12 months. Two years later, sales had catapulted to $1 million. The Mustang’s design has ranged from the classic design of the 60s to the more sleek models of the 70s and 80s, but its classic long front end has been a signature look. In the early 2000s, it returned to its original glory as a muscle car built to once again thrill “baby boomers.”

50 Years of Technology and Classic Design On this landmark anniversary, the Mustang has been reintroduced in a wide range of thrilling models. “On April

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17, 2014, in recognition of our 50th anniversary, inside every glove box of every Mustang will be an authentic badge of heritage,” says Marc Vejgman, product marketing manager of Ford Car Line in Canada. “We created this iconic vehicle to target the ‘baby boomers.’ This is a car that will appeal to the young and the young-at-heart in North America and around the world.” Customers can choose from 10 brilliant colours, including Competition Orange and Triple Yellow. Vehicle designers maintained the sleek exterior form of the Mustang while including innovative technology that keeps this classic car relevant for today’s drivers. The new 2.3 litre EcoBoost engine introduces turbo charging to the Mustang powertrain lineup. Vejgman explains that, with a projected more than 305 horsepower and over 300 pounds of torque, the EcoBoost engine can truly hold its own. “The EcoBoost engine has been designed for outstanding performance and projected best-in-class fuel efficiency,” he notes. What’s a Mustang lineup without a classic V8 engine? This thrilling 5.0 litre engine is projected to generate more than 420 horsepower and over 390 pounds of torque. According to Vejgman, a new intake manifold includes charge-motion control valves to partially close off port flow at lower engine speeds. The increased air charge tumble and swirl for improved air-fuel mixing results in better fuel economy, idle stability and lower emissions.

Mustang owners love to take control and shift for themselves, and whether they select a fully manual gearbox or the updated automatic transmission, the experience promises to be better than ever. To combine the high level performance with everyday usability, the Select-Shift six-speed automatic transmission has been introduced. Drivers who prefer the ease of the automatic shifting during the day, but still want to take control on twisting roads, will appreciate the new steeringwheel-mounted shift paddles with revmatching downshifts. Inspired by the cockpit of a plane, Ford designed the interior with the controls conveniently placed at the driver’s fingertips. Steering wheel controls, analogue and digital feedback and drive and passenger ergonomic comfort are just some of the elements that emphasize the upscale craftsmanship of the 2015 Mustang.

Forging Ahead It’s been an exciting half century for the world’s most loved sports car and the journey is far from over. Ford continues to press forward with new technologies and innovations that will carry the Mustang over many decades to come. “We’re very excited for the next chapter of the Mustang’s story,” remarks Vejgman. www.ford.ca

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Of course, those desiring an active lifestyle do not need to leave the town to find it. The TransCanada Trail passes right through the community. Kamsack boasts a Sportplex with both skating and curling rinks, a skateboard park and several ball diamonds. There is an outdoor swimming pool where lessons are taught in the summer months. The Riverside Golf Course, located on the banks of the Assiniboine River, hosts an annual celebrity golf tournament in July. There is also an indoor rodeo held every year as well as the Old Dog Run — a cycling race to Yorkton and back for people over 50. Many of these events give participants a chance to raise money for various local projects. Kamsack also has a very active arts community. “Drama is big here,” says Lomenda. “The local drama club puts on a few productions every year, and the

BELOW Kamsack's new firehall, construction in process. Condominium project. Photos courtesy of Amber Trubiak.

urrounded by acres of vibrant forest and filled with pretty gardens, Kamsack is truly a beauty to behold. Located in the Assiniboine Valley where the Assiniboine and Whitesand rivers join, Kamsack is a picture-perfect town. A winner of the provincial Communities in Bloom Contest, it was described by the judging panel as “a very clean, green and active place to live in and to raise a family. Kamsack has many green spaces throughout the community. Large yards, old trees, and mowing create a community very pleasant visually.” When you drive through town, one of the first things you notice is the gorgeous canopy of leaves formed by the large elm trees that grace several of the older streets. The downtown business area is graced with fragrant, eye-catching hanging baskets during the summer months while the local horticulturalists keep the lovely CN Trackside Gardens well maintained. This is a town which truly deserves to be called “The Garden of Saskatchewan.” “This is a beautiful area of the world. The pretty countryside makes it a great place to go for a drive at night and see the animals. The abundant wildlife makes this a perfect place for hunters and naturalists alike,” declares Laura Lomenda, the town administrator. “Kamsack is close to Duck Mountain Provincial Park where there is a wide variety of outdoors activities to participate in at any time of year: for the outdoor enthusiast, Kamsack is a great place to be.” At Duck Mountain, people can partake in fishing, hunting, horseback riding, hiking, bicycling, golfing, swimming, boating and water skiing in the summer. The town of Kamsack holds wakeboarding lessons at the lake each year. In the winter, there is downhill and cross-country skiing, snowmobiling and toboganning. The Duck Mountain Loppet, held every year in February, is one of the largest cross-country ski events in the province.

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high school has very active junior and senior drama groups.” A few years ago, a local arts council was formed and has since been successful in bringing talent from across the province to Kamsack to perform several times a year. Since 2009, the Kamsack Community Arts Council has put on a multi-cultural celebration in September known as Culture Days. Movies and live performances have been held at the Capital Theatre, a municipal heritage building, since 1948. The local quilting group and Ukrainian dance club are also popular. The name Kamsack derives from a native term meaning “something vast and large.” European settlers first arrived in the area in the 1880s. In 1903, the railway was built, and the first buildings appeared the following year. In 1905, the first school was opened. Today, Kamsack is home to about 2,000 people. It has two schools: Victoria School (pre-k to grade 4) and Kamsack Comprehensive Institute (grades 5–12). As well, the Parkland Regional College offers a variety of courses. The town has been experiencing slow but steady growth. A new Co-op grocery store, seniors’ condominium complex, bakery, New Age gift shop, and hair salon opened in the past year. A Petro-Canada gas station is currently being built, as well as a new medical clinic. The new fire hall is set to open its door in late February. Housing in Kamsack is quite affordable. “Indeed, affordability is a word that comes to mind when you think of Kamsack,” states Lomenda. Pretty much everything you need can be found here. The

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A replica of the HMCS Kamsack. The HMCS Kamsack was commissioned in 1941 and was active in the Battle of the Atlantic.

infrastructure is great, with a local RCMP detachment, volunteer fire department, hospital and ambulance service, as well as the Emergency Measures Organization and Search and Rescue Group. A friendly community, Kamsack is definitely a great place to live. Long- time local resident Joe Kozakewich writes, “My wife Debbie and I moved to Kamsack in June 1982 as part of a career move for me. My initial intention was to gain more managerial experience and then move on to another location for the same reasons. We soon discovered, however, that life in Kamsack was

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wonderful: meeting new people and becoming involved in the community was a part of the benefit. A sense of being able to contribute affirmed our decision to move here. Recreation (fishing, hunting, sports activities) in this area is incredible. Being outdoors has always been a passion of mine, and Debbie and I both immediately became aware of those benefits being right out our backdoor, so to speak. Our desire to move on lessened, and once our children came along we became more anchored. Now, 30 plus years later we are still here. Our two sons (now grown up) are as proud as we are to call Kamsack home.”

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amsack, “The Garden of Saskatchewan,” is a beautiful community nestled in the Assiniboine Valley at the confluence of the Assiniboine and Whitesand Rivers. This town of 2,000 is home to a thriving business sector and is surrounded by fertile farmlands. A vibrant and health-conscious community, Kamsack offers its residents a variety of sports clubs and facilities to keep fit and is close to Duck Mountain Provincial Park and Duck Mountain Ski Hill. It is also environmentally conscious and is always undertaking projects to improve the quality of life for its citizens, such as the new water facility with state-ofthe-art reverse osmosis treatment plant built in 2005. In 2010, the Town of Kamsack formed a new branch of the town council, the Medical Services Assessment Project. Since renamed the Medical Services Committee (MSC), the committee’s role is to attract new medical personnel to the community, to improve the existing medical infrastructure, and to act as a liaison between the town’s doctors and the town council regarding the Kamsack Medical Clinic. Consisting of eight members — Joe Kozakewich (chair), Audrey Horkoff, Bryan Cottenie, Nancy Brunt, Susan Bear, Claire Bishop, Ralph Hilderman (RM of Cote), Rod Gardner (building committee chair) — the committee consists of three town councillors, and representatives from the town and surrounding community, including health care professionals. Since its inception, MSC has succeeded in recruiting four new doctors to Kamsack, bringing the current number of physicians to five. Presently, MSC is focused on the construction of a new medical clinic that will house not only the doctors’ offices but also has the potential to house other health care professionals, such as a dentist and optometrist. A non-profit foundation, Assiniboine Valley Health and Wellness Foundation, has been formed to oversee the project. The first phase of development has been completed, and it is hoped the new facility will be opened in late 2014. The clinic will serve the residents of Kamsack and the surrounding area. In the future, the Foundation will be pursuing additional wellness initiatives.

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The new Kamsack Medical Clinic will complement the wide array of medical services already available within Kamsack, including the 20-bed acute care hospital and attached 62-bed Kamsack and District Nursing Home, Eaglestone Lodge Personal Care Home, and two pharmacies. The town also has several wellness groups, including Family First, Cancer Self Help Group, Alcoholics Anonymous, and Methadone Clinic. Health care professionals are supported by the local RCMP, volunteer fire department, EMO (Active Emergency Measures Organization), SARS (Search and Rescue Service) and STARS (Shock Trauma Air Rescue Society). Donations for the building of the new clinic will be part of the Tree of Giving. All donations are tax deductible and may be made in any amount, though four primary donor levels have been established â&#x20AC;&#x201D; donor ($100), associate ($1000), sponsor ($5000) and benefactor ($10,000). Four additional levels, known as the legacy levels, will have their contributions recognized on a commemorative wall in the clinic â&#x20AC;&#x201D; patron ($25,000), builder ($50,000), founder ($75,000) and legacy ($100,000). In addition, donations can be made in memory of a departed loved one; these bequests will be noted on a wall in the reception area. MSC and the Assiniboine Valley Health and Wellness Foundation note that it is the generosity of current and former residents that are making it possible to turn this dream of a new medical clinic for Kamsack and area into a reality.

Assiniboine Valley Health and Wellness Foundation and Medical Services Committee Town of Kamsack P.O. Box 729 161 Queen Elizabeth Blvd. W. Kamsack 306.542.3806 admin.kamsack@sasktel.net assiniboinevalleyhealthandwellnessfoundation.ca

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or 35 years, Wayne Sas, owner of Sas-Kam Sportsman Ltd, has been helping people find the gear they’re looking for. Hockey players and curlers. Golfers and skiers. Ball players, paddlers, swimmers and cyclists. Some of them are local customers, while others drive from across the prairies to visit the store. Some order online, from as far away as Denmark, Nunavut and New York. “People can’t believe the selection,” says Wayne. “There’s probably not another store like ours in Western Canada.” Wayne opened Sas-Kam in 1978, with a vision to create a business in which customers are treated the way he likes to be treated: fairly. “I

saw the need for a sporting goods store in the area,” says Wayne. “We’re very knowledgeable of the products we sell, putting everyone in the right direction, and addressing their needs and budgets. If there are any issues or problems, they’re looked after immediately.” Known for it’s high-quality products and expert service, Sas-Kam features items for everyone from infants to seniors. A vast selection of mens, womens, childrens and baby clothing is available from North Face, and the Canada Goose line offers coats for keeping warm in Canadian winters. Customers can find lifestyle clothing and team apparel from UnderArmour, sports

Above L–R Sophia Thomas, Brian Caldwell, Wayne Sas, Morgan Sas

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bras and yoga gear from Moving Comfort and underwear by Saxx. Team jerseys and hats are also in stock. Looking for footwear? Sas-Kam offers New Balance, Adidas, Nike, Mizuno, Under Armour, Asics, Reef, Sanuk and more — and the business prides itself on ensuring its customers get the proper fit. Along with serving every demographic, Sas-Kam provides equipment for every sport — in all seasons. Skis, snowboards and snow shoes can all be found and fitted at the store. Need new skates for your kids? Customers drive hours from out of town for Sas-Kam’s skate selection and custom fitting service. If the water is your playground of choice, you’ll appreciate the selection of kayaks, paddleboards, tubes and other water-sports gear. Customers can also find a range of golf clubs and attire, swimwear and bikes, including the iGo electric bicycle. Both new and used gear is featured, and customers have the option of trading in their old equipment. “The quality and selection draws a lot of people from the cities,” says Wayne. “People don’t expect this kind of store in downtown Kamsack. We’re packed to the roof.” Wayne says that looking after people’s needs and being able to help them is the most fulfilling part of the business. SasKam will stay open late by appointment to accommodate its customers’ schedules, and its staff goes over and above what is expected to give people the best service they can. At Sas-Kam Sportsman customers can find their favourite products and enjoy shopping at one of Saskatchewan’s premier sporting good stores. “We have a huge city selection in a small town,” says Wayne. “It’s a destination location. It’s worth the drive and the experience to come and shop with us.”

Sas-Kam Sportsman Ltd. 446 3rd Ave S (Main St.) Kamsack 306.542.4224 saskam@sasktel.net saskamsports.com

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KAMSACK’S NEW CO-OP FOOD STORE 11,000 square feet featuring seven aisles of groceries, a full service meat department, fresh produce section, complete bake off and deli department. Convenience and variety right at home.

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All About Flowers is not only all about flowers. Now carrying fire pots in many shapes and sizes, gourmet baskets, home decor and still home of the $18.18 roses.

Hitching Post has something for everyone: a great selection of mens, ladies and childrens clothing, boots, hats, jewellery, home decor, tack and so much more. City or country living, there is something for everyone.

Bridal wear, bridesmaid, prom and grad dresses, tuxedo rentals, event planning and rentals, current fashions and footwear. Some of the finest designers in the industry at very competitive prices, all under one roof.

Spring is in the Air. LosaChic has the look of an upscale boutique with affordable prices and small town personalized service.

Clothes and footwear for men and ladies; workwear, embroidery and promotional products under one roof. Brands you love and people who care.

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Pretty Face Makeup Studio 102 - 19 Broadway Street East, Yorkton | 306.783.6253 www.pfstudio.ca | pfstudio@sasktel.net

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Swan River’s electronic retailer supplying all the latest technology in TVs, home theatre and all things electronic. MTS dealer for cell phones and accessories. For all the good stuff shop Merv’s in Swan River.

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Your full line safety equipment and training distributor, stocking major name brands like North, Sperian, MSA, Pioneer, Viking, Howard Leight, Blaklader, Bob Dale Gloves plus many more.

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Catering to everything kids, from clothing, accessories, and toys to Yorkton’s only indoor playroom. We offer child and parent related classes, play groups and birthday parties.

Whatever your favourite sport or activity, you can get the gear and accessories you need anytime of the year at SasKam sportsman in Kamsack. Serving the Parkland area for 35 years — great since ‘78.

Microage provides complete network design, installation and monitoring services as well as sales, leasing and service of laptops, tablets, desktop computers, servers, printers and most software.

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Ever get the feeling you are where you belong? When you walk into The Secret Butterfly Boutique in Roblin, you get that feeling it feels like home.

Not only a place to shop and recycle your wardrobe, but The Vintage Vault is also a social outing and an affirmation of one’s inner self.

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Keeping Traditional Hometown Values

From the Inside Out Beauty Salon 17 1st Ave North, Yorkton | 306.783.1054 frominsideoutsalon@gmail.com |

Roblin Work & Sport Den Roblin, MB 204.937.3618

Unique floral arrangements, home decor and gift ideas for celebrating all of life’s great moments. Like us on facebook at Yorkton Grower Direct and Welcome Home Gift Shop for great ideas and contests.

Home decor, purses, jewellery, cell phones and accessories, Bench, Fox, Silver, Tea Forte, Saxx underwear, Sanuks, Oakley, Under Armour, Ashley Furniture, friendly customer service and so much more. Worth the drive to Preeceville.

We encourage you to feel beautiful from the inside out. Come in and let us help you create your own definition of beautiful.

Sweetening your day since 1979. Howland’s Honey is a one source honey produced from colonies near Good Spirit Lake. Look for Howland’s Honey at retailers throughout Saskatchewan.

Product specialist with more than two years’ experience and more than 250 vehicles sold. Honest, to the point and ready to help with your vehicle purchasing needs.

Work and casual wear for everyone: footwear, accessories, sporting goods, camping, boating and outdoor living. Also, providing custom cresting for teams, businesses or special occasions.

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Summertime Dreams For Sale

Aurora Beach lakefront property for sale (Margo Lake). Come and enjoy the peace and quiet. Real peace . . . real quiet . . . real life.

Helping Farmers Prosper

Our farm consulting services are unmatched in the industry. The success and prosperity of our customers is our top priority.

Aurora Beach Developments 306.324.4514

Cargill Yorkton | 306.782.1199 www.cargill.ca

Transform Your Future Career

Better Outdoor Living Friendly Finances

From accounting to welding, Parkland College offers a broad range of programs that include bachelor’s degrees, diplomas and certificates, adult basic education and corporate training. Parkland College Yorkton | 306.783.6566 | TF: 1.866.783.6766 info@parklandcollege.sk.ca | www.parklandcollege.sk.ca |

These aesthetically durable sunroomsbased protect you Churchbridge Creditpleasing Union isand a strong community from the wind, hotoffers sun, rain and and the nuisance of annoying organization that friendly professional service toand their dangerouswhile insects. members assisting them in all areas of their finances. Churchbridge Credit Union Suncoast Screen Enclosures 306.896.2797 306.761.1801 | dgl.inc@sasktel.net www.churchbridgecu.ca | www.suncoastenclosures.com

All Your Covering Requirements

Committed to Quality

Canora Weaving and Manufacturing 811-4th Street, Canora | 306.563.4443 canoraweaving@sasktel.net

Collingridge Construction Ltd. PO Box 48, Mikado | 306.563.5355 collingridgeconst@gmail.com

From polyester webbing for tie-on straps to covers of all types, Canora Weaving and Manufacturing provides solutions for all your needs.

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As a leader of quality and service in the construction industry, people say “Want a job done right? Collingridge is the company you go with.”

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World Class Beauty Salon and Spa

Full spa services including manicures, pedicures, massage, facials, waxing, eyebrow/eyelash tinting as well as complete hair services including extensions. A taste of Hollywood right in Melville.

Find out What’s in Store

Check out our ever changing collection of gently used consignment children’s, ladies and maternity clothing, footwear and accessories. Find Artisan soups, local handicrafts and gently read books as well. Book trades are welcome.

Danello Beauty Center 209 Main St, Melville | 306.728.2335 www.danellobeauty.com

What’s in Store 22–2nd Avenue North, Yorkton | 306.782.4424 whatsinstore@live.ca |

Canada’s Store

We’ve Got You Covered

Canadian Tire Parkland Mall, 277 Broadway Street East, Yorkton | 306.783.9733 www.canadiantire.ca |

LR Future #7 Broadway St. W, Yorkton 306.783.7737

Take a Drive in the Country

Our Style, Like Yours, is Always Changing

Open Monday to Saturday, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Take a stroll through our country shop, featuring unique home and garden decor, country prints, candles and rustic barnyard treasures. The Craft Shack 19 km West of Yorkton Hwy 16, 7 km North and 2 km East 306 782-3478 | thecraftshack@live.com

We are grateful to provide quality investment and insurance so everyone has peace of mind. Empowerment means the choice is yours. We do our best to provide a well-rounded list of quality options.

Fashion boutique offering the best in designer fashions, premium denim, footwear and accessories for men and women. Located in the heart of downtown Yorkton. Uptown Casuals 19 Broadway Street East, Suite 103, Yorkton 306.783.0303 | | |

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A Warm Welcome Awaits

Canadian Immigration and Consulting Office

Patrick Place Bed and Breakfast 88 Fifth Avenue North, Yorkton | 306.783.3762 www.patrickplace.com | shirley@patrickplace.com

LINTS International 1.306.782.1833 | info@lintsinternational.ca www.linsinternational.ca

Integrity is the Heart of Our Business

For All Your Electrical and More

Preeceville Agencies 111 Main St N, Preeceville | 306.547.2811 PreecevilleAgencies@sasktel.net | www.preecevilleagencies.com

RH Electric Ltd 657 Broadway St. W Yorkton | 306.782.5592 www.rh-electric.com

Guaranteed Workmanship, Quality Product

Framing is Our Specialty

Premier Cabinets 15 8th Avenue North, Yorkton | 306.786.6607 www.premiercabinetsltd.ca

Ridgerunner Construction Springside 306.621.3299

Relax in the luxury, peace and serenity of Yorktonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ultimate bed and breakfast. Rent the whole house for yourself and guests, or rent the sitting room to host an evening out, business meeting or group retreat.

Locally owned and operated insurance agency with a long history in the community and superior customer service and community presence.

Let us design and build your dream kitchen.

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Our goal is to support a better Saskatchewan and all of Canada by assisting employers and foreign nationals with genuine immigration services.

Call us for residential, commercial, and industrial electrical and data/com services, in town and rural. Services include renovations and underground trenching, fibre optics, home automation and surveillance camera systems.

Knowledgeable, reliable, top-quality work. Call today.

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Quality Work, Friendly Service

Steel Service Centre

Sharp Automotive Repair Ltd. 278 Myrtle Avenue, Yorkton | 306.782.2396 sharpauto2000@gmail.com | www.sharpauto.mechanicnet.com

Smith Steel Inc. Hwy 52 W, Yorkton 306.783.6122 | www.smithsteelservice.com

New Face of Law

Cupcake Therapy?

Shawn Patenaude Law #9-259 Hamilton Road, Yorkton | 306.782.4901 reception@shawnpatenaudelaw.com | www.shawnpatenaudelaw.com

Spa Habit 10-84 Broadway Street, Yorkton | 306.786.3388 info@spahabit.ca | www.spahabit.ca | www.spahabitbathboutique.ca

Capturing Life

Discover All the Possibilities

As a NAPA Auto Pro Centre, full service automotive repair shop and SGI inspection centre, we can get you back on the road.

Real estate, wills and estates, corporate and business law, agricultural law. Conveniently located on Hamilton Road with ample parking and ground-level accessibility.

Memories are made every moment.

Simple Shots by Jackie Jackie Herman, photographer | 306.621.7913 jackiehermanphotos@yahoo.ca |

Family owned and operated steel business with exceptional customer service. Satisfaction is our number one goal.

Relax in the welcoming environment of Spa Habit and then take home signature spa products to continue your spa treatment at home.

Sveinco provides quality from start to finish with custom cabinets and millwork in every build. Let Sveinco Developments help you discover all the possibilities for your new home. Sveinco Developments Ltd. Yorkton | 306.621.2140 www.sveinco.com

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Our Members Matter

From the Everyday to the Extraordinary

Yorkton Co-op 30 Argyle Street Yorkton | 306.783.3601 www.yorktoncoop.com

York - Sask Dry Cleaners Ltd. 14 1st Avenue N, Yorkton 306.782.2647

Small Town, Big Charm

Your Hearing is Our Concern

Town of Canora Town Office: 418 Main Street, Canora | 306.563.5773 www.canora.com |

Yorkton Hearing Services #12-3rd Avenue North, Yorkton | 306.782.1793 www.yorktonhearing.com

A Fresh Set of Eyes Makes All the Difference

The Ultimate Fitness Environment

Truly You Interiors 306.621.9473

Pumphouse Athletic Club 27 - 2nd Avenue North, Yorkton | 306.783.2400 www.pumphouseathleticclub.com |

Become a member of Yorkton Co-op. Food stores, gas bars, convenience stores, agro centres and cardlocks. Membership Pays!

Only half an hour from Yorkton, Canora offers scenic walks, fun events and a special small town charm. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s worth the drive.

Make sure you are seeing all the possibilities your space has to offer. For your home or your commercial decorating, design or staging needs call Kimberly Patzer at Truly You Interiors.

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In the dry cleaning business for 37 years. Let us take care of all your dry cleaning needs with same day service available on most items. Alterations also available in store.

Honest, professional service, reliable products, all at an affordable price. Services provided by Marina Walls, Masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Degree Audiologist.

Something for everyone, the PAC provides the ultimate atmosphere for a great workout. Just a walk around our sprawling 12,000 sq.ft. facility is a workout in itself! Join the PAC - your future self will thank you!

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Strong Rural Roots Benefit All 35 years in Agriculture = the experience, the understanding and the background you are looking for in an Ag Specialist. Marcel Decorby RE/MAX Blue Chip Realty mdecorby@remax-yorkton.ca

Turning your dream into an address Nancy Johnson RE/MAX Blue Chip Realty njohnson@remax-yorkton.ca

306.745.7578

306.745.7755

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Lâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;R Diane Rusnak & Kathy Fehr-Yung

Let This Partnership Work for You Kathy Fehr, 306.620.8677, kathy@kathyfehr.com Diane Rusnak, 306.621.1535, dirusnak@sasktel.net

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More Than You Expect

More value. More service. More experience. Cheryl Kustra RE/MAX Blue Chip Realty 269 Hamilton Road, Yorkton ckustra@remax-yorkton.ca

306.621.4454

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Gladys and Mervin Secondiak RE/MAX Blue Chip Realty

Gladys: 306.620.9700 Mervin: 306.621.6084

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L–R Pat Pugh, Mel Cole, Nancy Johnson

L–R Tyler Kilbach, Carmen Baines, Rolna Pranke, Bill Harrison

A Real Estate Company Based on Teamwork

Pat Pugh, Yorkton 307.621.1119 Nancy Johnson, Esterhazy 306.745.7578 Mel Cole, Grenfell area 306.451.7677 BLUE CHIP REALTY

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Proven Track Record Rural agents + rural values = rural results. Serving Canora, Kamsack, Buchanan, Preeceville and area.

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Tyler Kilbach, Esterhazy 306.331.9223 Carmen Baines, Carlyle 306.241.0580 Rolna Pranke, Moosomin 306.435.7343 Bill Harrison, Yorkton 306.621.8007 BLUE CHIP REALTY

Effortless Style.

Rebate when you purchase Duette honeycomb shades with PowerRise. †

Carpet One Floor & Home

Glauser’s Drapery Gallery Ltd.

110 Third Ave W Melville, SK 306.728.5432 carpetonemelville. hunterdouglas.ca

385 Broadway St E Yorkton, SK 306.782.6556

3 Broadway St E Yorkton, SK 306.782.2786 glausersdrapery@sasktel.net

Marj Paulson Design Consultant

Sew Creative & Interiors

Wagner’s Flooring Ltd.

Foam Lake, SK 306.272.4610 marjpaulson@yahoo.ca marjpaulsondesignconsultant. hunterdouglas.ca

622 Main St Moosomin, SK 306.435.2518 sewcreat@yahoo.ca

2 - 464 Broadway St E Yorkton, SK 306.783.8392 sheryl@wagnersflooring.com wagnersflooring.com

Offer effective between January 1st and April 30th, 2014. † Purchase 3 Duette® honeycomb shades with PowerRise® and receive a $200 rebate. Also, when you purchase any number of these additional shades, you’ll receive an extra $50 for each. To learn more about PowerRise,® please visit hunterdouglas.ca. Valid at participating ® dealers only. *Effortless Style rebate will be issued in the form of a Hunter Douglas Prepaid American Express Gift Card. THE PROMOTION ® CARD is a trademark of Hunt Diversified Marketing Inc. All Rights Reserved. THE PROMOTION CARD is a Prepaid American Express Card ® issued by Amex Bank of Canada. Used by Amex Bank of Canada under license from American Express.

YORKTONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S FINEST LUXURY CONDOMINIUMS Call 306-783-9747 306-621-4616 Price from $252,000 to $598,000 Located on Morrison Drive in Weinmaster Heights

INFORMATIONAL EVENTS COMING TO YOU Canora at the Canora Community region March 04 at 1:30 - 3:00 and 6:00 - 7:30 April 01 at 1:30 - 3:00 and 6:00 - 7:30 KamsaCK at the orthodox Community Center March 05 at 1:30 - 3:00 and 6:00 - 7:30 April 02 at 1:30 - 3:00 and 6:00 - 7:30 swan river at the swan valley super 8 meeting room March 06 at 1:30 - 3:00 and 6:00 - 7:30 April 03 at 6:00 - 7:30 PreeCeville at the Ukraine Catholic Hall March 11 at 1:30 - 3:00 and 6:00 - 7:30 April 08 at 1:30 - 3:00 and 6:00 - 7:30 YorKton at the ravine room Gallagher Center March 13 at 1:30 - 3:00 and 6:00 - 7:30 April 07 at 1:30 - 3:00 and 6:00 - 7:30 www.adriaticgardens.ca

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