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The 4th Annual Parade of Lights, presented by Boundary Ford, once again brought the colour as Border City residents lined the streets of downtown Lloydminster to enjoy the sights and sounds of the parade. All proceeds from the event were donated the Lloydminster Region Health Foundation.

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Year in Review: January Indigenous lounge sanctuary The new Indigenous Student Lounge at the Lloydminster campus of Lakeland College will enable Métis and First Nations students to stay connected with their spiritual and cultural roots. The lounge has a circular seating area for up to 44 people, as well as a smudging area and asiniy (rock) shelf for spiritual practices and other symbols of Indigenous peoples. “When the students walk in they’ll feel like they’re in their community, their home,” said guest speaker Milton Tootoosis, a head-

man with Poundmaker Cree Nation. “Most of them likely grew up as younger people in their communities surrounded by these symbols, the smells of the sweetgrass, the sage when they have their pipe ceremonies in here and so on.” The asiniy area will be made of asinisisak (smaller rocks) that students will bring from their communities to create a sense of home when they enter the lounge. “Spirituality is what drives the Indigenous culture—the belief is that all things are con-

nected between oneself, creation, Mother Earth and the Creator,” said Clint Chocan, Indigenous student support specialist.

Tecvalco absorbs coatings division It’s out with the old and in with the new for Advantage Powder Coating purchased by Tecvalco in North Battleford more than a year ago. Tecvalco announced on Jan. 5, the powder coating company will no longer operate under a separate brand name in 2018 as it’s been rolled into Tevcalco’s own corporate brand. The powder coating service will join Tecvalco’s other services in North Battleford such as custom manufacturing fabrication and sandblasting as well as manufacturing and distribution activities.

Animals will be in good hands Animals of all types may be taking sick days to get some TLC from Lakeland College students in Vermilion who will be running the new Animal Health Clinic this fall. The 14,531 sq. ft clinic will be completed in March and outfitted in time for the first class of animal health technology and veterinary medical assistant programs in September. “We’ll put our students in the driver’s

seat and let them take the lead in their education,” said Elaine Suddaby, program head, animal health technology. The student-led clinic will expose students to realistic animal care services, industry partnerships and more with free pets, scratches, rubs and hugs in store for four-legged clients. “They’ll care for a wider variety of patients using state-ofthe-art equipment and

interact with clients in our open concept reception area,” said Suddaby. “We’re excited about this concept and where it’ll take our students.” The facility will house large lab spaces, separate cat and dog wards, a dental lab, a modern surgical suite, and more exam and treatment rooms. There will also be a separate pharmacy and

an expanded equine intake area as well as stocks and stalls “We’re excited about all of the details going into the clinic.,” said Suddaby. “We’ll have new technology that’ll only enhance student learning from an ultrasound machine to digital radiography, and supportive flooring for our large animals.”

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Year in Review: February 100 Women appeal for venues Lloydminster and area women have formed their own chapter of the 100 Women Who Care Alliance to help fund more than 141 needy registered charities in the region. “The purpose was to bring awareness to the 100 Women Who Care and let everyone know what the rules were and what you’re committing to get the chap-

ter started,” said Tricia Hunter. Hunter has teamed with Janice Haughian, Heather Dow, Sherri Stephens and Jill Kelly on a steering committee. More than 100 women registered at that startup to su p p o rt a si mp l e , yet effective grassroots mobilization of fundraising for needy charities. “Members meet three times a year and donate

$100 each to one of three charitable organizations the group chooses to support each time with a majority vote,” explained Hunter. “So there’s a $300 annual commitment.” New members can register their commitment at the 100womenlloyd. com website backed by more than 2,000 women chatting on the group’s Facebook page.

Casino starting to reveal its cards The Lloydminster casino is looking more like a sure bet with the installation of the structural steel expected to be completed this week. The work is being done by crews from Superior Building who will being working next on the task of framing the exterior walls. The construction of the 31,000 sq. ft. building is overseen by Bor-

der City Tribal Council, a development partner of the casino to be operated by the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA). A completion date has yet to be determined, but the casino is expected to create as many 140 jobs when it goes into operation. The Lloydminster casino will be the seventh that SIGA operates

in Saskatchewan with a total staff of about 1,754 employees in full-time, part-time and casual positions. SIGA has been named one of Saskatchewan’s Top Employers in 2018 by Canada’s Top 100 Employers project. “At SIGA, we’re not just providing a job but meaningful careers our employees can take pride in,” he said.

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Year in Review: March

Universal breakfast program more than food Students at Jack Kemp Community School have been enjoying the benefits of a universal breakfast program. Since September all of the students in the school have been able to take part in a nutritious breakfast foods program, thanks to the Alberta School Nutrition Grant. “All 450 of our stu-

dents are able to access a daily breakfast program,” said Sarah Kettle, wellness for learning coordinator, Jack Kemp. A nutrition support worker makes up a menu every day and includes all four food groups. “We pick foods from the ‘pick most often’ which includes lean protein, fruits, vegetables

and dairy,” said Kettle. Bringing this program into the school Kettle said was a way to relieve a stigma around the idea of using a breakfast program. “The great thing about having the breakfast program at Jack Kemp School is it takes the stigma away because all of our students have an oppor-

tunity to partake in the program,” said Kettle. Additional benefits of the program also include the students being ready for school and not hungry, which can take away from their learning experience. “It allows our kids to focus in the classroom and gives them a readiness to learn,” said Kettle.

Dental team pulls together over teeth In parts of Guatemala where Coke is cheaper than water, poor dental health is prevalent. That’s the case in Comitancillo in the western highlands of the Central American country where a fiveperson team from Wayside Dental Centre went to provide dental care to some of the poorest Indigenous people. “Comitancillo was our base where we stayed and we would take a bus for an hour every day to a different community,” said Dr. Nekky Jamal who lead the team. “We provided dental and eye care so we had two optometrists come with us and seven dentists.” The Wayside team was part of a larger 23-person dental and medical

brigade tour that treated hundreds of patients in small villages from Feb. 9-19 sponsored by Change for Children in Edmonton. Jamal said the trip was also a great opportunity for team building in the office and abroad. “We left as co-workers and came back as family,” he said. “They are more than just co-workers they are my really good friends— they all mean the world to me so I am proud of them all and the work that they did down there.” Over four clinic days, the full brigade saw 915 patients and completed 950 extractions, 110 fillings and 40 cleanings. “One day we ended up seeing over 220 people and they lined

up for a long time just to see us,” said Jamal, who called that a record in his 12-year dental brigade history.

He said the nutrition of the people in that region isn’t good, so that affects their whole body especially their teeth.

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Year in Review: April Community aids rescue squad A little help goes a long way. The Lloydminster Rescue Squad will soon have its first ever office building thanks to cash and materials donations from community partners and sweat equity from students. Construction and carpentry students from Lloydminster Comprehensive High School are framing the 22’ by 42’ structure along with the insulation, drywall and electrical work.

“It’s an excellent opportunity for the kids to give back to the community as well as having their unique experience for their semester,” LCHS construction instructor Mark Grillandini. Grade 11 Construction 20 student Justin Vance said it’s a great learning experience with his class mostly doing the framing, flooring and the interior and exterior walls. “We learned a lot

about all the pieces that go into a house and everything that needs to go in place and all the measurements and how far nails have to be,” he said. It’s being build outside like a ready to move or RTM home. All of the materials for the project are funded by a $45,000 donation by the Boundary Ford Gives Fund after the rescue squad approached the company to ask if they could help.

Kids triathlon reaches XL size ATB Financial Lloydminster Kids of Steel Triathlon is transitioning into a gigantic sporting event supported by the Catholic and public school divisions in the Border City. The 5th annual triathlon will go ahead on June 22 at Bud Miller

All Seasons Park with about 800 kids from ages 6-15 taking part in individual and team swim, bike and run challenges. “It just continues to grow over the years,” said race director and lead organizer, Anthony Bender, the

vice-president of St. Joseph Elementary School. “The word of mouth spreads from person to person; it’s the best advertising you’re going to get—to have kids enjoying themselves and being active, that’s the whole point.”

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Year in Review: May Crowdfunding to buy handivan

Border City Connects is expected to launch a GoFundMe account to raise $80,000 for a new handivan used to t r a n s p o r t L l o y d m i nster residents with disabilities and mobility issues. The crowdfunding campaign will fund the replacement of one of four Border City Express handivans damaged in a vehicle storage fire on May 3.

Border City Connects director Glenn Fagnan confirmed the plan Wednesday after learning the only unit t o t ally w rit t e n o ff is the 2012 handivan damaged by flames. The other three smoke-damaged handivans are being cleaned up and are expected back in operation in the next week or two. Fagnan said crowdfunding will help

make the difference up between what they received from insurance and what it would cost for a new van. He noted new units cost somewhere around $80-90,000. He said there is really no sense in buying an used unit it because they have to replace their 2009 unit next year with their 10-year service replacement schedule.

Brit’s lips to be sealed in Lloyd He’s performed three times for the queen and will entertain us commoners at the Vic Juba Community Theatre with his hilarious ventriloquism, comedy and charm. Britain’s Paul Zerdin will fill the stage with cheeky preadolescent Sam, belligerent pensioner Albert and precocious Infant Baby as seen on his winning performance of NBC’s America’s Got Talent in 2015. “ I’ve got my whole family coming just for one day,” joked Zerdin in an phone call to his home in Wimbledon, England. His May 16 show will be Zerdin’s first visit to Lloydminster, but he’s not stranger to Canada.

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Year in Review: June Alberta cheers, B.C. jeers pipeline sale A pipeline party broke out at the Alberta Legislature in Edmonton earlier last week while pipeline protesters in British Columbia rallied a few days later. It all started over news on May 29 the federal government will spend $4.5 billion to buy Kinder Morgan’s Trans Mountain pipeline and related infrastructure until a new buyer is found to operate the crude oil pipeline.

“As of today, this is the most certainty that this project has ever had,” declared Alberta NDP Premier Rachel Notley in celebration outside the Legislature when the pipeline purchase was announced. Not long after lawyers for Trans Mountain were back in court to ask a B.C. judge to amend an injunction order limiting people from protesting within five metres of two work

sites in Burnaby at the end of the pipeline. B.C. Premier John Horgan is also not stepping back from his constitutional court challenge to the pipeline expansion in his province. While Alberta pipeline workers have yet to break out their tools, Alberta government ministers hope their celebration will lead to the mission accomplished stage.

Lloydminster gears up for Pride Week June is Pride Month across Canada, and even right at home in Lloydminster, the spirit is alive and well. The LGBTQ+ Society of Lloydminster is gearing up for their own Pride Week from June 25 to 30. The society has many activities throughout the month to help raise awareness of their group.

“We just want to reiterate that our fight for acceptance and equality isn’t over. It isn’t always easy for members of the LGBT community to live openly and proudly in today’s society. The fact we are seeing more people live openly and honestly is so brave and inspiring,” said Tiffani Wiesner, founder, LGBTQ+ Society of Lloydminster.

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“We as well as everyone are worthy of recognition and the strength and resilience of the LGBT community alone is worthy of a celebration.” To close out the week Wiesner said they are holding a Pride in the Park event from 1-4 p.m. at Weaver Park Campground. This is a public event and all are welcome of all ages.

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Year in Review: July Rotarians serve Texan cyclists hospitality The two Rotary clubs in Lloydminster are set to roll out a welcome mat for a new group of American cyclists who pedal their way for cancer each summer. They are young members of the Texas 4000 team named for their 4000 mile trek from Austin Texas to Anchorage Alaska who are supported by Ro t a ri a n s a n d s p o n sors during their Lloy-

dminster stopover . The Rotary Club of Lloydminster will treat 22 riders from the University of Texas to a meal at Grace United Church upon their arrival on July 16. They will spend the night sleeping in the gym at Lloydminster Comprehensive High School and head to Edmonton the next morning after a sendoff breakfast at Cora’s

Restaurant sponsored by Border City Rotary. The free accommodation and two meals have helped make our city a popular stopover for the intrepid Texas cyclists thanks to the efforts of local volunteer Dick Arie who turned to Rotarians for support a few years ago. “I needed support because I have no budget for this event,” he said.

City looks toward sister city agreement City council has received a request for the City of Lloydminster to join with the City of Nikopol, Ukraine as a sister city. A sister city is a social agreement between cities, and a relationship is recognized after the highest elected or appointed official from both cities sign an agreement.

“I thought that was kind of a unique opportunity,” Mayor Gerald Aalbers said about the sister city agreement. If the city enters into an agreement with Nikopol, then this would be the first of its kind since the Canadian Ukraine Free Trade Agreement came into force on Aug. 1, 2017. “I thought it would be

nifty to have that opportunity for our city to step forward. The economic benefits, I certainly believe there are some great benefits,” he said, noting in that area they do produce oil. There is also a large Ukrainian community i n Lloy d minst er and area, which makes this opportunity even more special.

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Year in Review: August Husky to invest $350M in Maidstone

Husky Energy plans to invest about $350 million in the Maidstone area to build another 10,000 barrels per day thermal heavy oil plant. The project scope and economic benefits of the proposed Dee Valley II plant were presented at an open house at the local Royal Canadian Legion Branch 142 on Aug. 1.

“We’re here to invite landowners and the public to come in and learn more about our proposed project for Dee Valley II,” said Husky spokesperson Mel Duvall. Husky is planning to construct a Central Processing Facility (CPF) similar to one currently under construction at

their Dee Valley thermal project site where first oil is expected in the first half of 2020. Dee Valley II is located about one kilometre south of the Dee Valley facility or five kilometres northeast of Maidstone in the RM of Eldon No. 471. It too will use steam assisted gravity drainage

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Year in Review: September Real risks define city’s emergency plan

An effective emergency plan for a city like Lloydminster must reflect the local risk reality. That was made clear by Ernie Polsom, manager of emergency management operations for the City of Lloydminster in his presentation at the Bordering on Disaster Conference at the Stockade Convention Centre on Tuesday. Polsom spoke about having the “big tools” Lloydminster is using to build relationships and partnerships when an emergency arises. “I think the most important of all is risk awareness,” he said, noting that’s the situation behind the development of Lloydminster’s plans. “We are busily reworking our plans because they are kind

of an evergreen type of a plan that grows with the community—we are working with our partners to make sure that the plan stays current.” Other tools include having emergency management plans, working with emergency management agencies and organizations and developing relationships with regions, industry and the community. “W e are all in th is together; this is really a team event,” said Polsom. “Everybody from industry to schools, to hospitals to the city— everybody needs to be working together and supporting the customer.” Polsom noted when a local government is overwhelmed our provincial and federal part-

ners need to be mobilized to reinforce and buttress first response from that local level. Darren Barber, director of Alberta Health Services Emergency Disaster Management talked about the deployment of a Central Zone Psychosocial Response Team (PRT) to provide mental health support

when a disaster occurs in the province. PRTs report under the health branch director in a municipal emergency operations plan. “The PRT is meant to provide psychosocial support to evacuees and first responders as well,” said Barber to treat stress and trauma in disaster aftermaths.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS The Meridian Source Calendar of Events is a free service provided for non-profit organizations located within our coverage area. All events are in chronological order, as space permits and at the editor’s discretion.

To place an event, email taylor@meridiansource.ca or fax 306-825-5147 ory Lane.” Lunch served at 10:30 p.m. Dance into 2019 at midnight ... ADVANCE TICKETS ONLY PLEASE! Cost is $35/person ... purchase tickets early as we sell out fast for this event! Call Legacy office for more info at 780-875-4584.

The Meridian Source would like to apologize for an error in last week’s edition. The Santa Project event is and always has been an event put on by the Lloydminster Kiwanis Club and not the Lloydminster Kinsmen. We apologize for the mistake.

EVERY TUESDAY — VOLLEYBALL Drop in volleyball from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Takes place at the Servus Sports Centre and everyone is welcome, non-competitive and no experience is necessary. Come for fun and exercise and meet some great people. EVERY TUESDAY — ADAPTED YOGA From 10 – 11 a.m. at the Community Service Centre. For more information please contact AnnDee at 780-871-0513. EVERY TUESDAY — DIABETES 102 The new schedule for PNRHA Diabetes Education Classes is ready! Everyone starts with Diabetes 101 and then follows up with Diabetes 102 (people on diabetes pills) or Diabete s 103 (p e o p l e on insulin). All classes are scheduled on a

Tuesday morning from 8:15 a.m. to noon. Please contact Nancy Johnston at 306-820-6096 or Helen Rogers at 306-820-6291 to pre-register. EVERY TUESDAY — SENIORS MEET The Lloydminster Concerned Citizens for Seniors Care Society meets at the Legacy Centre from noon - 1:30 p.m. Lunch is available for $8. Please reserve before Tuesday morning at 780-875-4584. Everyone welcome. EVERY TUESDAY – DIABETES CLINICS The new schedule is out for Diabetes Education Classes with Saskatchewan Health Authority. Everyone starts with Diabetes 101 and follows up with Diabetes 102 and 103. All classes are scheduled on a Tuesday morning from 8:15 a.m. until noon.

To register call Janis at 306-820-4887. EVERY WEDNESDAY — CRAFTERNOON Join Midwest Family Connections at the lower level of Prairie North Plaza and bring your budding artist to explore and create with materials in the craft centre. EVERY TUESDAY & SATURDAY — FARMER’S MARKET Downtown Farmer’s Market at the Fred North Community Centre (5002 51 Avenue, Lloydminster) from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Tues) 10 a.m. 4 p.m. (Sat) We’re on Facebook. DEC. 31 – NEW YEARS AT THE LEGACY

New Years Eve Dance at the Legacy Centre on Dec. 31. Doors open and cocktails at 7:30 p.m. with dancin’ to start at 8 p.m. Band is “Mem-

DEC. 31 – HILLMONDS’s NEW YEARS EVE Hillmond’s New Years Eve Fire and Ice event will be taking place on Dec. 31 at the Hillmond Memorial Hall with karaoke at 7 p.m. and dance from 8 p.m. until 2 a.m. Cash bar, midnight lunch and tickets are $10 each or $40 per family. Contact Duane Perillat at 306821-2165 or duaneperillat@gmail.com for more details. JAN. 8 – CHILDREN’S GRIEF SUPPORT

Walking Through Grief Society is offering children’s grief support, Hope After LossAudra’s Legacy. Sessions for 10 weeks will begin Jan. 8 Lloydminster, Mid West Family Connections Tuesday 6:30-8 p.m. and Vermilion Monday 6:30-8 p.m. or Tues. 4-5:30 at J.R Robson school. Pre Registration necessary. Registration deadline Dec. 14. Registration cost $20. individual or family subsidy available. To register contact 780-846-2576 or 780871-1750

JAN. 9 – FUN WITH NUMBERS

Lloydminster Learning Council will be offering Fun With Numbers, Jan 9 - Feb 13, 2019, Families come together once a week for 6 weeks.

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The Campus Corner Children’s Centre raised a total of $734.80 through their holiday bake sale and all proceeds were donated to the Furbabies Furever Homes Society.

A program for parents/caregivers of children (4-6 years) which uses stories, games and rhymes to develop numeracy skills in a fun and meaningful way. Free Call 780-875-5763 to register for classes.

JAN. 17 – FREE LEGAL CLINIC

FREE Legal Advice Clinics by Community Legal Clinic, 441952 Avenue, Lloydminster, January 17, March 21, May 16, July 18, August 15, October 17 and December 19, 2019. Call 1-587-789-0727 for eligibility and bookings. Watc h o u r Fac e bo o k page for more details.

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- Registration Night for English Language Programs, Monday January 21, 2019, 6:307:30pm, Community Services Building, Workshop Room, 4419 - 52 Ave. Fee: No Charge, Call 780-875-5763 for

any questions - Keyboarding, Wed. Jan 30, 2019, 6:308:30pm, Learn proper hand positioning to touch type to improve speed & accuracy, Fee: $40.00, Call 780-8755763 to register - Technology Series for Adults, 5 Wednesdays, Feb 6-Mar 6, 2019, 6:308:30pm, Fee: $125.00, Call 780-875-5763 to register - English Language Classes being offered: Beginner, Advanced, Intermediate, 10 weeks, Tuesdays & Thursdays, January 29 - April 4, 2019, 7:00-9:00pm, Fee: No Charge, Call 780875-5763 to register - English Language Classes for Women, 10 weeks, Wednesdays, January 30 - April 3, 2019, 1:00-3:00pm, Learn day to day conversational English, pronunciation, reading and writing for everyday activities (work, doctor appointments, children’s school), Fee: No Charge, Call 780-875-5763 to register

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Year in Review: October New Canadians embraced in Lloyd

I am a Canadian. That’s what 129 people from Lloydminster and area can say following a special citizenship ceremony held at the Centennial Civic Centre on Friday. One of those is Vermilion resident Cyre Java, who proudly waved a Canadian flag with his citizenship certificate in hand along with his friend Evangeline Espera. “Oh I am really happy; I am really excited because I have

been waiting for at least two years already,” said Java. “I would like to embrace all Canadians—Canadians are so nice. I want to be part of that citizenship.” Java immigrated to Canada from the Philippines a few years ago by himself then brought his family over two yeas ago. He now works at the Vermilion Health Centre and says he loves it here. “That’s why I chose to be a Canadian citizen;

I’ve seen a lot of nice characteristics in people, nice and respectful and stuff so I want to be part of it and share also with my family that this life is really good,” said Java. The Lloydminster ceremony was held in celebration of national Citizenship Week Oct. 4-14 in partnership with Catholic Social Services and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. It included new Canadians living in Saskatchewan and Alberta.

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Year in Review: November Starke not seeking re-election It is the beginning of the end of political life for Dr. Richard Starke as a Vermilion-Lloydminster MLA. Starke announced Wednesday that he will not seek re-election to a th ird t e r m a s M LA in the newly redrawn c o n s t i t u e n c y o f V e rmilion-LloydminsterWainwright. “After much thought I have decided that this is the time for me to move on to new challenges and opportunities,” said Starke in a statement. Starke said he plans to “take a little time to do some things that I

haven’t been able to receive my full attention the last seven years.” He added he wouldn’t rule out some return to veterinary practice but not at the level he was at before. “No, that’s not in the immediate plans,” he said. He has represented the people of Vermilion-Lloydminster in the Alberta Legislature sin c e he w as elec ted in April 2012 and says his decision not to run again is good for people to know. “I think this way there’s some clarity on

that. It means a question I’ve been asked several hundred or a thousand times in the last six months is now answered,” he said. Starke noted serving the people of Vermilion-Lloydminster as their elected representative has been one of the greatest experiences of his life. “Speaking on their behalf, whether in Edmonton, around our province or indeed outside of our borders has been a tremendous privilege,” he said. He went to thank voters in the riding for sup-

porting him over the years in his various roles. Starke was appointed to Cabinet as Minister of Tourism, Parks & Recreation in February 2013 and released a 10 year “Pathway to Growth” strategy to grow Alberta’s tourism industry to over $10 billion by 2020. In addition, he oversaw the revamping of Alberta’s amateur sport system and initiated the restoration of Alberta Parks infrastructure damaged by the 2013 floods, including the Kananaskis Golf Course.

LFD raises roof on ALS Despite periods of sub-zero temperatures, the sixth annual Lloydminster Fire Department (LFD) Rooftop Campout in support of the ALS Society of Alberta was another success sure to warm the heart. Thanks for the generosity of community members a total of $24,547.70 was collected over the course of last weekend at Fire Hall 1 and local gro-

cery stores. Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (also known as ALS, Lou Gehrig’s disease, or motor neuron disease) is a disease that gradually paralyzes people because the brain is no longer able to communicate with the muscles of the body that we are typically able to move at will. There is currently no cure and few treatment options.

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Year in Review: December AIDS Walk brings issue to light

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Re s id e nt s d o nni ng red toques could be seen making their way through downtown Lloydminster to show visual support for the 2018 AIDS Walk and those living with the disease on Monday. Starting at the Prairie North Plaza and continuing south on 50 St. to 44 St. before looping back north to the

Residents in Recovery office at 4804 50 Ave., Monday’s walk was all about spreading awareness of HIV and AIDS and the threat it poses in western Canada. Saskatchewan had 177 newly diagnosed cases in 2017 alone and 36 newly-diagnosed people with AIDS. The province’s HIV rate of infection is 2.4 times

higher than Canada’s 2016 rate of infection. Intravenous drug use is the most common and primary risk factor among newly-diagnosed people and more than 65,000 Canadians are living with HIV. With such high numbers, one in five of those infected don’t know they carry the disease.

HOG Toy Run outdoes Santa This year’s Bordertown Toy Run raised a record $69,830.62 for the benefit of 10 kids’ charity organizations and programs.

Murray Getty, director the Bordertown Harley Owners Group (HOG) chapter presented cheques to local and area organizations

at Edge Harley-Davidson on Saturday calling the outcome of this year’s ride amazing considering the weather.

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Agriculture

CPT 2018 results now available

he 2018 Canola Performance Trials (CPT)

small plot and field scale data booklet is now available on the

CPT website to down‑ load and view. The booklet displays yield, height, lodging, days to maturity and calculated gross reve‑ nue values for 29 vari‑ eties (from all three HT systems) grown in short, mid and long season zone locations all across western Canada. It features results from 18 standard and nine straight cut small plot trials, as well as 42 field scale tri‑ als across the Prai‑ ries (including 13 standard, 20 straight

File Photo cut and nine club‑ root‑resistant variety field scale trials). The three Prairie canola grower groups – Alberta Canola Pro‑ ducers Commission (Alberta Canola), the

Saskatchewan Canola Development Com‑ mission (SaskCanola) and the Manitoba Canola Growers Asso‑ ciation – funded the 2018 program. As a means of partic‑

ipation, the B.C. Grain Producers Association conducted trials in the Peace region. The provincial oil‑ seed specialists and industry scientists pro‑ vided expertise.

Sask Winter Cereals and ADOPT fund new seeding date trial for winter wheat The Saskatchewan Winter Cereals Devel‑

opment Commission is pleased to announce it has received fund‑ ing from the Saskatch‑ ewan Ministry of Agri‑ culture’s ADOPT (Agri‑ cultural Demonstration of Practices and Tech‑ nologies) program for a two-year seeding date trial for winter wheat. The objective is to show that winter wheat can be planted into late September and early October and still main‑ tain a significant level

of viability. Changes in seed‑ ing practices (e.g. crop rotations), growing lon‑ ger season crops with later harvest dates and the shift toward direct harvest for canola means it is becoming more challenging for producers to plant win‑ ter wheat within the currently recommended window of late August and early September and still be eligible for crop insurance.

A later planting date is more promising than anticipated. Research in Canada and the United States has shown that winter wheat, depend‑ ing upon the region (MB, SK, AB), can be planted in late Septem‑ ber to mid-October and still maintain signifi‑ cant viability. In southern Alberta and Saskatchewan, experienced winter wheat producers have had viable winter wheat stands over winter with seeding dates as late as October 20 with good moisture and good late fall weather. Demonstration of later seeding dates will pro‑ vide more information and encourage more pro‑ ducers to consider win‑ ter wheat as a profitable cropping option. Winter wheat pro‑ vides a good option to manage Fusarium head blight, wheat midge and late spring seeding dates. This is achieved by improving competi‑ tion or natural avoid‑ ance, reducing chem‑ ical inputs, farming increased acres and enabling the more effi‑ cient and longer use of seeding and harvesting equipment.

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