Meridian Source - June 22, 2023

HRHS athletes celebrate signings

Four Holy Rosary High School studentathletes are ending their high school sports careers on a high note with commitments to post-secondary athletics and the Canadian Junior Football League.

Costco site work slated in 2024

March 31, 2025.

The proposed Lloydminster Costco warehouse is now slated to be completed by Aug. 31, 2025, with site grading and other activities to start in late May 2024, according to an evolving online schedule.

Site drawings show an approximately 160,000 sq. ft. warehouse project with a liquor pod and a fuel facility officially located at 75 Ave and 20 Street, north of the ACTO substation on 12 Street.

Briza Zacharias has committed to the University of Minnesota Crookston to obtain a science degree in Sport Management and will be playing for the school’s Golden Eagles Softball team.

Connor Daschuk will be going to Brock University for the Forensic Psychology and Criminal Justice program and hopes to get into a career in law. Daschuk will also be on the Brock University Swim Team.

Liam Gilby will be attending the University of Victoria in the fall for Engineering and will be rowing for the UVic

Row Team, and Raiders’ safety, Tyler Gerwing, will further his football career with the Edmonton Wildcats football team while apprenticing in auto body with dreams of becoming a custom fabricator to build trucks.

Gilby, 18, explained he is super excited about the opportunities ahead, especially considering he’s only been rowing for just over a year.

“I started about a year and a couple of months ago. I really loved it; I trained all winter and it

just clicked from there,” he said.

“At Victoria, they prioritize the double and the four for the lightweight team. I’m going to be on the light-weight team out there, so hopefully, by the middle of my first year and the start of my second year, I should be on the lightweight four and having a good time out there.”

Gilby gives credit to local coaches Shelby Lane and Michelle Lopez for helping him see his potential and can’t wait to see what the future holds.

Daschuk, also 18, started swimming with the Lloydminster Rebels at age 10 and most recently has been training with the Lloydminster Riptides winter club.

“My specialty in the pool is sprinting, specifically 50 metres of free. That’s my favourite event, it always has been, ever since I started I got pretty good at it right away,” he said, adding he also competes in 100m freestyle and 100m breaststroke.

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In 2019, plans called for the developer to be responsible for mass grading the site; however, we understand Costco will now be responsible for mass grading the site, including placing fills up to about 4 metres thick.

Aside from mass grading, the preliminary schedule includes utilities and site concrete completion in 2024 along with some initial asphalt paving and landscaping in advance of warehouse construction to start on

The Costco project site is zoned C4 as a commercial shopping centre district and covers a 19.57-acre site at Musgrave Agencies’ 140-acre Lakeview subdivision to be developed over a multi-year period.

A lot of site fill will be required for grading according to a new report sent last month from the environmental services company, Kleinfelder to the director of real estate development at Costco Wholesale Canada Ltd.

“In 2019, plans called for the developer to be responsible for mass grading the site; however, we understand Costco will now be responsible for mass grading the site, including placing fills up to about 4 metres thick,” stated the report.

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Taylor Weaver Meridian Source Holy Rosary High School’s Tyler Gerwing, Liam Gilby and Connor Daschuk were all smiles as they signed their letters of intend on Tuesday morning in the school’s gym. Missing from the photo is Briza Zacharias, who committed to play softball at the University of Minnesota Crookston.

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It gave me chills thinking about moving from level to level.

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Kleinfelder concluded a Phase 1 environmental site assessment for Costco in July 2019 followed by a geotechnical report that is being updated to reflect a revised site plan.

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Daschuk wanted to thank his coaches and family for helping him get to where he is today and is looking forward to training alongside his brother at Brock.

“My brother committed to the same school two years ago and my sister also goes there for hockey,” he said.

Daschuk also explained he’s looking forward to working with the school’s new

ommends a minimum period of three months from the time the fill is in place to the time the warehouse slab is constructed.

“One recommended approach is to place the fill in one season, cap the warehouse pad and

coaches.

“I think they can push me to be the best I’ve ever been and can get me further than I’ve ever dreamed of going,” he said.

Tyler Gerwing, a 17-year-old Raiders safety, can’t wait to continue his football career with the Edmonton Wildcats, playing out of the Prairie Football Conference of the Canadian Junior Football League.

“It gave me chills

let it sit through the winter, and then remove the pad and begin construction the following spring,” said Kleinfelder.

The project site plan shows space for 906 parking stalls and some new access roads to be built.

thinking about moving from level to level,” he said. “I started in peewee in Grade 4 and now I’m going to play on a big team. Going up level to level and seeing the big coaches recognizing you is amazing; it definitely makes me happy and I’m really excited to keep moving forward.”

With the Wildcats, Gerwing is hoping to get a couple of interceptions, a Pick 6, as well as “hit some kids.”

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Lloyd talent shines at provincials

There’s nothing in the water to account for a record seven Lloydminster music students winning their classes at the Saskatchewan Music Festival Provincials.

The results from the provincial finals and the provincial level of the Canada West Excellence competition, held in Regina June 1-4, boiled down to raw talent, says Kerry Taylor, president of the Kiwanis Lloydminster and District Music Festival.

“I am absolutely thrilled that we had such a great showing down there. Our showing has been improving year after year and this year was an outstanding year,” said Taylor.

“We’ve had other years where we’ve had one provincial winner, maybe two.”

The seven winning students and 34 competitors in all from Lloydminster had to score 88 out of 100 at the Kiwanis event, held in Lloyd this spring to qualify for the provincials.

“In my opinion, it’s a reflection of the quality of the teachers in this town,” said Taylor.

The top student was Ruby Hickman, taught by Kathryn Edwards at Center Stage Studios.

Hickman won three classes including first

place and a $200 scholarship in the Canada West Excellence Musical Theatre (13 years & under).

The youngster will be competing at Canada West in Edmonton in July.

“She is a very talented student. She works very hard and is just very enthusiastic,” said Edwards. “It really has paid off and she’s done very well this year.”

Hickman also won her Musical Theatre Ballad Classic/Modern class (12 and under) and a $100 scholarship.

She finished on top in the Musical Theatre Uptempo Contemporary class (12 and under) and earned another $100 scholarship.

Edwards teaches vocals and notes the studio is lucky to have some very gifted students, including those in the musical theatre classes.

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sionate about promoting arts in our community and it’s very evident it’s paying off in a big way,” she noted.

Julia Gordon, also

taught by Edwards, won her Musical Theatre and Ballet Contemporary class and a $300 scholarship.

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Kitscoty RCMP lay charges for BNE

On June 8 at 4:31 a.m. Kitscoty RCMP received a report of a residential break and enter in progress at a residence on Range Road 13 near Marwayne.

RCMP were able to receive live up to date reports from the complainant who was observing the suspects on the homes security cameras. Upon arrival, the suspects had left the residence.

Officers with the help of a Police dog were successful in searching and locating the two suspects in a nearby rural area.

As a result of the investigation, RCMP have charged 27-yearold Onion Lake resident, Ronald Albert Jimmy, with:

- Breaking and entering

- Possession of break in tools

- Possession of property obtained by crime

Jimmy was taken before a justice of the peace and was released. He has since failed to appear in court and has a warrant for his arrest.

RCMP have also charged 37-year-old Frog Lake resident, Kezia Naomi Marie Lewis, with:

- Breaking and entering

- Possession of break in tools

- Possession of property obtained by crime

- Fail to comply with release conditions (x2)

Lewis was released with her next court date set for Aug. 1, at the Alberta Court of Justice in Lloydminster.

“A repeat property crime offender such as Ronald Jimmy can victimize many residents in a short amount of time,” said Cpl. Brian Weisbrod of the Kitscoty RCMP.

“As he has now failed to appear for court, there is a concern that he intends to continue his criminal behaviour.”

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Seniors briefed on AI fraud scams

Up to 85 Lloydminster seniors are up to speed on how to detect financial fraud including scams generated by artificial intelligence, or AI.

The annual event took place during a Food for Thought breakfast, sponsored by Synergy Credit Union, at the Legacy Centre on World Elder Abuse Day last Thursday.

It was organized by Lloydminster Elder Abuse Prevention (LEAP) headed by chair, Tanya Gordon.

“I think we have double the attendance we had last year, so that’s very exciting. I think this year’s topic of financial abuse affects many people and we’ve got many expert speakers,” said Gordon.

The role of AI in financial scams was addressed by Synergy’s keynote speakers, Cheryl Kirzinger, an internal auditor and fraud expert, and Melissa Starchuk, who covers all 12 branches.

“This is sort of a new scam that’s coming out where people believe

they are talking to a loved one and they are being scammed out of money,” said Kirzinger before taking to the podium.

“That is part of our presentation this year that wasn’t part of it last year. Sadly, Melissa and I see new things every couple of weeks. This just happens to be the newest thing we get to talk about.”

Starchuk says the technology of AI is “terrifying” as tech-savvy scammers can trick parents or grandparents into thinking they are hearing the actual voice of a loved one in a frightening scenario that is not real.

“That urgency will make the person act very quickly. Be very cautious of what you’re posting online,” said Starchuk, noting scammers can steal a snippet of someone’s voice from a social media post to create a false message.

“I work with RCMP, and I work with all of our other members and financial institutions as well in the hope we can prevent

fraud going forward.”

Starchuk noted it is also very rewarding when at the end of the day she and her team can help Synergy members “get out of the bump on the road they are in” as she put it.

Starchuk says there is a wide variety of financial victimization going on today by family members, online scams and even a fake Reader’s Digest lottery fraud targeting Canadian seniors.

“The elders are the ones who do have a lot of the money now, so they do unfortunately fall victim to that,” she said.

Agencies such as Lloydminster Interval Home, Lloydminster Sexual Assault Services, Midwest Victim Services, Lloydminster Family and Community Support Services (FCSS)handed out crime prevention information.

Patrick Lancaster, FCSS manager of social programs and social services with the City of Lloydminster, says elder abuse can range from financial abuse to sexual abuse and emotional abuse from bullying to name a few.

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Geoff Lee Meridian Source Neil Harris, a workplace health and wellness consultant, holds a guide for senior safety as the MC of this year’s Food for Thought breakfast presentation on financial elder abuse at the Legacy Centre on June 15 – World Elder Abuse Day.

Just Kruzin’ cracks 200 guest cars at Show ‘n Shine

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Organizers of the 15th annual Just Kruzin’ Specialty Vehicle Club’s Show and Shine were revving their engines after seeing recordbreaking numbers this year.

The show, held on Saturday at the Servus Sports Centre in conjunction with Border City Connects’ Ribfest, not only drew a large spectator following, but also reached new heights with registered guest vehicles.

“We’ve always had

a goal of 200 guest cars plus our own, and the girls in the registration tent just told me we have 205,” said the show’s chair Gerry Duhaime.

“It’s taken us 15 years to get here, but we’re here, and I think we’ve proven we can put on a pretty classy show and shine,” he said, adding the weather was almost as supportive as the many sponsors and volunteers who help put on this annual show.

“I’ve got an amazing group of volunteers. You can’t do this by

yourself, so hats off to the members of the club that helped out here today; it’s simply amazing,” he said.

“Big Brothers Big Sisters is doing a make and take with model cars for the kids, so they get to build a model car and take it home ... Can-Do Auto and Lube is also sponsoring the matchbox races for the kids, and the kids also get to keep those matchbox cars,” he said.

And it wasn’t just passenger vehicles on display on Saturday.

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Great showing for Lloyd Kiwanis theatre and music students

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A third Center Stage student, taught by Edwards, Kadence Trachuk, won her Elementary Vocal class (12 and under) and a $100 scholarship.

Taylor says a lot of students will save their prize money to further invest in their music education.

“The money is given to them to do as they wish,” she explained.

Pianist, Kayla Andres taught by her mom, Michelle, won her Piano Recital competition (14 and under) to earn a $200 scholarship.

Valerie Rollheiser, who is taught by her mom, Pam, got first place in Spo-

ken Word Prose (14 and under) and a $200 scholarship.

Of the total Lloydminster entries in provincials, there were five in vocals, 11 in piano, one woodwind, 12 in musical theatre, three in spoken word, and two in Canada West Excellence.

Edwards was pleased, but not surprised by this year’s overall success at the provincials.

“We have a lot of talent in Lloydminster and I am very privileged to have a lot of talented students. I am very pleased to see them performing well and winning awards,” she said.

“Our hope is to provide seniors with some information so they can be aware when it’s taking place or when they see it taking place with other people and reduce the stigma,” said Lancaster.

“There is a lot of shame around elder abuse. People don’t like to talk about it and that can prevent people from reaching out and getting help.”

LEAP committee rep, RCMP Constable Melanie Flynn was also on hand to talk about support resources.

“We were asked to bring some information on victims of crime and supports for seniors around the city,” said Flynn. “We brought our MidWest Victim Services with us too, so they are here to speak to seniors if ever they become victims of crime.”

Flynn says the LEAP committee is also promoting crime prevention through environmental design and different changes in seniors’ lifestyles.

“The theme is Food for Thought, so it’s great to have some information to share with seniors,” she said.

“My favourite part is when seniors just come up to me and ask me questions face to face.”

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Focus Society spills the beans

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The Focus Society for Support Services is a little-known support agency for families and youth who are experiencing trauma or are at risk.

The non-profit receives referrals through the Saskatchewan Ministry of Social Services and both Lloydminster school divisions as well as provides fees for services to help children not under court-ordered protection in the province.

Tami Molle, director of family and children support services, brought the Rotary Club of Lloydminster up to speed on what the Focus Society does as a guest speaker at their Monday lunch.

“I just want them to know what we do and get our name out there and let them know what kind of supports we have,” said Molle.

The Lloydminster branch has 14 employees serving about 90

families in its district.

“We work with children that are maybe living in foster care or in group homes and have experienced some mental health issues or living with families with addictions and stuff,” explained Molle.

The Focus Society is all about supports for families and children.

“If they are going through trauma, we help them seek out some counselling,” said Molle.

Once they get a referral, they meet up with them and find out what their needs are.

“We work with them to achieve goals that are set out through the ministry,” said Molle

She says families can call her at 780-8753544 or they can contact the Ministry of Social Services in Saskatchewan.

“They will make the referral and contact me and set up services,” she explained.

Molle says for families in financial trauma, they try to hook them up with low-income housing and food hampers and stuff.

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Tami Molle, director of the Focus Society for Family and Children support services in Lloydminster, spoke about the role of the non-profit at the Rotary Club of Lloydminster Monday luncheon.

Award limelight shines on Ecoplast

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Ecoplast Solutions needs a new trophy case.

The innovative Lloydminster company that designs and manufactures houses from recycled plastic bottles is the winner of two awards this month for its green technology.

The company is the recipient of an OTIS award presented on June 12 for “Outstanding In Stewardship” (business category) from the Battle River Watershed Alliance for its housing project in Millet Alberta.

Ecoplast built a 2,900 sq. ft. house with a garage there in 2022 using 1.25 million plastic bottles in its construction panels.

“We congratulate you for creating green building technology that enables circular economics in the highly wasteful construction industry,

while creating structures with high energy ratings for reduced heating, cooling, and operational costs,” said watershed alliance director, Catherine Peirce.

“We work with other non-profits like The Olive Tree and the Salvation Army and get those supports to them,” she said.

Molle came with CEO Robert Snow, who works in Vermilion.

Snow noted the need for support continues to ratchet up due to social factors such as financial stress from inflation and all types of addictions.

“We’ll help families find work and work on resumes with them. We’ll also build life skills they might be needing growth in and help youth and children find the education they need,” said Snow.

The job Snow does is also rewarding for him as a former paramedic for 22 years.

“I know from my background in paramedics that when I retired as a paramedic and took the role as CEO, I was pretty

Ecoplast also received the Alberta Emerald Award in the infrastructure category on June 7 in Edmonton.

The Emerald Awards showcase organizations, projects, and individuals from across Alberta that are working to address environmental and climate change issues.

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impressed by how much I get out of it,” said Snow.

He says drug addiction, for example, doesn’t just traumatize that person, but the whole family as well.

“There’s mental and emotional sides of it,” he said, along with family violence and financial trauma.

Snow says the main goal at Rotary was for him and Molle to share what Focus does and give them some background on who they serve in the district communities.

“Our main goal is just getting the awareness of what we do out there, which is surveying families and children in crisis,” he said.

Molle also told Rotary the Focus Society started an Invest in Our Youth campaign in May.

“That is set up for families that can afford our services and are not mandated through the courts,” she said.

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4 -H Expo a wrap

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This year’s 4-H Expo has come and gone, leaving the results to report.

The event, held at the Lloyd Ex on June 4, marked 106 years of 4-H in Saskatchewan and Alberta and was a very successful event by all accounts.

Clubs from Lloydminster and surrounding areas came together to compete against one another and to exhibit their achievements and skills.

Participating projects included: cow/calf,

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Kelly Rogers, managing partner of Ecoplast, says the award acknowledges the hard work and progress the company has made to sustainable housing in Western Canada.

“We firmly believe in the potential of our innovation to make a lasting impact on the

heifer, fed calf, light horse, multi projects, bench projects, sheep, archery, and canine.

The expo concluded with a fed calf and market lamb sale with a fed calf average of $3.90 per pound on 100 head. The

environment and housing supply within Canada,” said Rogers.

Rogers says Ecoplast has a very busy summer season ahead with multiple home builds in the works across Saskatchewan and Alberta.

Ecoplast crews are set to complete the siding on a side-byside duplex on the

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lamb average was $649 on 37 market lambs.

The winner of the grand champion fed calf went to Keylen Eaton with the reserve champion fed calf going to Isabelle Pratte.

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Saskatchewan side of Lloydminster this month.

“As we continue to gain exposure in the market and build on our portfolio we are increasingly seeing the willingness for people to adopt alternative building materials and better ways to build,” said Rogers.

Lloydminster 716S Substation Alteration Project

ATCO Electric Ltd (ATCO) is proposing to build a new telecommunication tower within the proposed boundaries of the existing Lloydminster 716S Substation site, located in the city of Lloydminster, Alberta. The new telecommunication tower will be a self-supporting composite monopole tower approximately 30 metres tall. ATCO is applying to Industry Canada and the Alberta Utilities Commission for the necessary approvals. Construction is planned to occur September 2023.

For general information relating to antenna systems, please contact Industry Canada Spectrum Management at:

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You are invited to provide public comments to ATCO. The closing date for submissions is July 30, 2023.

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Phone toll-free 1-855-420-5775

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Lloydminster is on the cusp of another growth spurt with some major projects underway and in the works.

For starters, Covenant Energy from Saskatchewan will invest about $900 million to build a renewable diesel and aviation fuel refinery using canola oil as a feedstock.

Hundreds of jobs will be created when construction starts next summer with the promise of about 60 fulltime jobs by the time it’s up and running in 2026.

The new Co-op car wash at 50 Ave. and 12

The Meridian Source is the only media outlet to report bids are being accepted for a new 160,000 sq. ft. Costco warehouse in Lloydminster, and we have proof in hand.

Documents show Costco had intended to locate in Lloydminster as early as 2019 when an environmental assessment of the site was completed.

Why everything associated with Costco is so secretive is beyond me and many others as it’s a major economic driver.

If this development goes ahead, it will likely bring several other businesses that usually set up around Costco

and secure Lloydminster as a key regional hub for businesses.

It’s certainly good news for real estate property values that have been lagging over the past few years.

The revised completion date on Aug. 31, 2025, will fit in with the construction of the Lloydminster Place event arena and help fill that facility with the added traffic Costco will bring to the city.

No doubt the Costco project could also lead to the widening of 75th Ave. and 12 St. as well as maybe some bike routes to the site.

News of the Costco project is already creating a buzz online and in coffee shops along with a sense of optimism.

The rumour mill also keeps buzzing about who is going into the old Canadian Tire store since a tenant has yet to be named.

My best guess is Save-On-Foods, which is expanding in Western Canada, but it could be the world’s first Bob’s Your Uncle store for all I know.

My inbox is on standby!

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The grand champion ewe was claimed by Georgia Spurrell and the reserve champion ewe went to Kaci Carlson.

The grand champion market lamb went to Briar Blanchette and the reserve champion market lamb went to Briggs Blanchette.

The expo thanks the following buyers who purchased respective projects: grand champion fed calf, Titan Livestock; reserve champion fed calf, Twin Lakes Land & Cattle; grand champion market lamb, Beaver Hill Auction Services Ltd. and reserve champion market lamb, TJF Farm & Transport.

Three market lambs were also donated by their buyers to local non-profit charities.

Northern Livestock Sales donated a lamb to The Olive Tree and the Lloydminster Men’s Shelter.

Eaton Livestock donated a lamb to The Olive Tree and Copeland Auctions gave one to the men’s shelter.

Another big year for annual car show

away from the world.”

Something new to this year’s show was the use of a large video screen, brought in by Maz Entertainment, which was something Duhaime

was excited about.

“This year we changed things up and have Maz Entertainment here with their big screen,” he explained.

“They’ll do interviews

on the big screen, but we’re also going to be displaying the winning vehicles on the screen so people can easily identify those who won.”

TOP: A young Show ‘n Shine goer builds a make-and-take model car on Saturday afternoon at the 15th Annual Just Kruzin’ Specialty Vehicle Club’s Show ‘n Shine, held at the Servus Sports Centre in conjunction with Ribfest.

BOTTOM: Young Colby was all smiles to be behind the wheel of his dad’s 1980 Shay Model A Polar Bear Roadster during the 15th Annual Just Kruzin’ Show ‘n Shine.

The Lloydminster Rescue Squad, Britannia Fire Department and Canadian Armed Forces members from CFB Wainwright all had specialty vehicles on display, which was a huge draw for the day’s younger crowd.

Duhaime explained how getting kids involved and interested in cars and car culture is also something the

show strives for.

“That’s the whole idea, to instil a sense of pride in the vehicles and an interest level,” he said.

“This is a hobby we enjoy and we want to pass it down. Kids today don’t know what a fin or chrome on a vehicle looks like because they’re all plastic now. To bring these back and show them, and put big smiles on their faces,

that’s why we do this.”

Greg Steib, president of the Just Kruzin’ Specialty Vehicle Club, echoed Duhaime in saying the day is about more than just cars.

“Today is about getting the community together,” said Steib.

“Kids, families, the Just Kruzin’ family, everyone, and it’s about showing off some vehicles that normally sit in garages and hidden

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Square Dancing Introduction

NEW LOCATION!

Intro to square dancing will be held on Wednesday nights from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at City Church, 511549 Street. Walk to the beat of music by following simple instructions from the caller. Come alone or bring a friend. Wear whatever is comfortable. First evening is FREE!

Bingo at the Moose

The Moose Lodge,

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located at 5213-57 Street, Lloydminster, hosts bingo nights every Monday and Wednesday. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and play starts at 7 p.m.

North Bend

Musical Afternoon

North Bend Musical afternoon is held the second Sunday of each month except for August. Join us from 1-4 p.m. at the historic North Bend Hall, RR 3262 north of Hwy 3. Dancers and musi -

cians are encouraged to join. Raffle tickets are available for our draw on July 9 for $1,000 worth of Diamond 7 Meat, a queen size quilt and a child-sized gator.

Playschool

Preregistration

Southridge Playschool & Kindergym has opened up their registration for the fall 2023-2024 classes. They offer one-day a week for three-yearolds and one or two days a week for four/

five-year-olds. They have also qualified for the Affordability Grant! For more information please call Mrs. P. at 780-872-9523.

Summer Soiree

The Friends of the Performing Arts is hosting a Summer Soiree at Grace United Church on June 21 to benefit music education and school band programs in Lloydminster. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and bands begin at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased by contacting 780-808-5657 or 780-875-8959.

Cribbage Doubles

Tourney

The Legacy Centre will be hosting a cribbage doubles tournament on June 22. Play begins at 10 a.m. and the cost to play is $10. Lunch is available for $12/person. Everyone welcome! Bring a partner and enjoy a day of competition around the card tables. Call the Legacy office at 780875-4584 for more info.

The Long Run @ Cheers Live

The Long Run, Canada’s salute to The Eagles, will be taking the stage at Cheers Live on June 24. Doors open at 8 p.m. and tickets are $30. The Whisky Boys will be playing country hits after and there’s free pizza at midnight!

She Shed Raffle Returns!

The She Shed Raffle at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #39 is back! Support the Lloy-

dminster Legion by getting your tickets for the She Shed Raffle! The grand prize is a shed valued at over $11,000 or $5,000 in cash! Get your tickets today to be in for the early bird draw. Tickets are $10 each and available at Cliff Rose for Clothes, Midway Towing or any Legion member. Grand prize draw is July 1!

Diabetes Education Class

The Saskatchewan Health Authority will be hosting a diabetes education class, “An Introduction to the Basics,” on July 3 from 12:30-4:30 p.m. in the Klinger Conference Room of the Prairie North Plaza. To register, please call 306820-4887.

Legacy’s Overnight Bus Trip

The Legacy Centre is taking an overnight bus trip to the Rosebud Theatre in Rosebud, Alta on July 18-19 to see The Sound Of Music. Deadline to sign up is July 10. The bus leaves Lloyd and heads to Camrose for shopping then an overnight in Stettler before the lunch and show the following day. Bus returns to Lloyd by 8:30 p.m. on July 19. Call the Legacy office at 780-8754584 for more info.

Spades Tourney

The Legacy Centre is hosting a Spades tournament on July 20. Play begins at 10 a.m. and the cost to play is $10. Lunch is available for $12. Everyone welcome. Call the Legacy office at 780-875-4584

for more info.

PUBNIGHT at the Legacy

PUBNIGHT is July 20 at the Legacy Centre. Doors open and dancin’ at 5 p.m., supper served at 6 p.m. then dance the evening away (band to be determined). Cost is $20/ person at the door. All members and guests welcome. Call the Legacy office at 780-8754584 for more info.

Cribbage Doubles

Tourney

The Legacy Centre is hosting a Cribbage doubles tournament on July 27. Play begins at 10 a.m. and the cost to play is $10. Lunch is available for $12/person. Everyone welcome! Bring a partner and enjoy a day of competition around the card tables. Call the Legacy office at 780-875-4584 for more info.

Brett Kissel at The Vic’s Crank It Up Cabaret

Brett Kissel will be taking the stage on Sept. 7 at the Vic Juba Community Theatre’s Crank It Up Cabaret, which is taking place in the Saskatchewan Building at the Lloyd Ex! Doors and bar open at 6 p.m. and the show is at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $59 with a variety of seating options available, tables and chairs, bleachers, as well as standing room and a dance floor. Available online at vicjubatheatre.ca or through the Box Office 780-8727400. The Nissan Exhibition Grill will also be open and serving food.

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CONGRATULATIONS GRADUATES OF 2023

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(Back row left to right) Cait Locke, Austin Corkum, Noah Sjoquist, Malcolm Maguet, Kaden Campbell, Emily Haveroen, Malia Gradwell-Perron, Jevan Snyder and Cohen Tondu. (Front row to right) Tori Christensen,Raelyn Perkins, Drayzen Massie and Mallory LaPierre. Missing: Dean Briggs

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Jenessa Saskiw

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Dannon Pavka

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Noah Bogue

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Teagan King

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Hanna Berndt

Kaden Abbott

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Aurora Samoil

Corbin White

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Jenna Faltermeier

Evan Crawford

Hayden Shenher

Laney Younghans

Daria Voitenko

Owen Gallays

Riley Mardian

Leeham HannahCody Higgins

Ava Deschamps

Selina Meeres

Zackary Labiuk

Carter Leach

Brendan Phillips

Nathan Waterfield

Jaxson Koenig

Alaina Mitchell Cydney Midgley

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Synergy donates $100,000 to rebuild lives

Synergy Credit Union has donated $100,000 to help displaced Ukrainian women and other nationals rebuild their lives in the wake of the war with Russia–with more donations to come.

This fund will go to the Co-operative Development Foundation of Canada (CDF).

Synergy’s donation will help fund a CDF program project that aims to rebuild and promote economic prosperity for 2,200 vulnerable and displaced women.

“The humanitarian needs of Ukraine are many,” said Synergy’s chief executive officer Glenn Stang.

“We are honoured to support the Ukraine people’s resilience through our donation.”

This donation was made possible by the New Community Credit

Union’s (NCCU) legacy following its merger with Synergy Credit Union.

itage between Synergy’s New Community branch and Ukraine fostering a special relationship that transcends borders,” said Synergy board member,” Jay Walker.

other organizations and individuals to join them in supporting CDF Canada’s mission to create sustainable change in Ukraine.

“By working together, we can make a signifi -

cant difference in the lives of women and internally displaced persons, contributing to their well-being and the prosperity of their communities,” said the company.

Synergy is a member-owned financial institution serving more than 29,000 voting and non-voting members from 12 communities within westcentral Saskatchewan.

The donation to the CDF is the first of many over the coming months that will add up to $ 1 million in support of worthy community initiatives such as CDF Canada.

NCCU has had a long-standing relationship with the Ukrainian community in Western Canada.

“This donation is a reflection of the long threads of a tapestry, woven together by over 80 years of shared her -

The CDF program for women called, SEW in Ukraine, supports women through access to employment, vocational training, workplace integration programs, and ancillary services such as shared childcare facilities.

SEW also supports women in establishing cooperatives and micro, small and medium-sized enterprises, providing them with higher skills and newfound opportunities for long-term sustainability.

The funds provided will specifically address issues of food insecurity in Ukraine caused by the war and support agricultural cooperatives.

Synergy encourages

By working together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of women and internally displaced persons.

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Kids swim, bike, run in the sun

and a whole bunch of sponsors.

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The ATB Financial Lloydminster Triathlon is at the point where it almost runs itself.

This year’s swim, bike and run event at Bud Miller All Seasons Park went off in near auto mode last Friday, despite more than 800 kids from all Lloydminster schools taking part.

“Every year, we dust off the cobwebs and put it together,” said Cindy Rekimowich, manager of programs and events with the City of Lloydminster, just minutes before race orientation.

One of the secret event ingredients, according to Rekimowich, is the event partnerships listing Lakeland College, both school divisions, the City of Lloydminster

Another factor is having the same 10-member organizing committee since day one.

“We’ve been doing this for a number of years and the same people just keep coming out and we get more volunteers every year,” said Rekimowich with the sun shining.

“It’s going to be a great day.”

Jim Taylor, owner of Grindin Gears Bikes n’ Boards, found himself with far fewer bikes to tweak this year thanks to the well-oiled organizing machine.

“The triathlon committee did a good job in getting the work out there so it’s a much more organized year as far as bike repair went,” said Taylor.

As for the weather, he said, “You can’t beat the day when you get sunshine.”

The sunny skies also made race director, Sheldon Gallagher, feel amazing and stoked for the kids.

“The weather is cooperating and we have so many volunteers here this morning. This has gone so smoothly, probably the smoothest one ever. We are ready to rock,” he said.

“The kids are so excited, they’re nervous, but that’s good nervous.”

That was the case for Oscar, the youngest of three sons of Mackenzie Brown, who seemed dialled in on the task ahead and left questions to his dad.

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These were some of the first kids to dash to the bike transition after swimming a few laps in the Bioclean Aquatic Centre during the ATB Financial Triathlon last Friday under sunny skies.

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Another great year for kids’ triathlon

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“This is Ozzie (Oscar), he’s my 7-yearold; he’s ready to go,” said Brown, who noted his other sons Cohen, nine, and Ellis 11, are all going solo with fun being the goal.

“I think this is our fourth year being here,” said Brown.

He was one of the hundreds of dads and family members in the mix, which Gallagher says is a positive side effect the committee never could have planned for.

“That just happened organically, so all good stuff,” he said.

The triathlon has become a family event for Tracy Matthews, the volunteer event coordinator.

“My entire family participates in some way shape or form. I have one child competing this year and all my kids have volunteered for the program for the past 10 years,” said

Matthews.

“My husband and I and my older (kids) are all volunteers, so it’s just giving back to the community.”

Her role is to find enough volunteers to keep the event running smoothly, and there is no shortage of unpaid help.

“We actually have a lot of people who just come because they want to be here and a lot of parents who want to be part of the action,” said Matthews.

“We are excited to get going another year.”

Gallagher is the acting principal at École St. Thomas and says the kids’ triathlon goes beyond the competition, in his opinion, with some life lessons to be learned.

“This is more about life-long activity than it is about anything. If you want to learn about collaboration, this is collaboration at its best,” he said.

“When you get three young people who aren’t really sure what to do and they have to work together to figure it out (along with the parents), just to try it, is a success.”

Collaboration was top of mind for young firsttime swimming triathlete Jayd Scherger.

“I’m swimming with my team and my friend Jazzlyn is biking and my friend Lily is running,” said the 10-year-old.

Her mom, Danielle, was also in a triathlon of sorts having to keep watch on three of her girls.

“I’ve got a lot of watching to do and cheering,” she said.

Geoff Lee Meridian Source TOP RIGHT: Alex Donald pins a race bib on his son Griffin before the start of the ATB Financial Triathlon Friday at Bud Miller All Seasons Park under sunny skies. Griffin was running the event in a team.

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Sask sees increase in wholesale trade

Last week, Statistics Canada released April 2023 wholesale trade figures, showing Saskatchewan with an increase of 45.7 per cent compared to the same

time last year (seasonally adjusted). This was the third-highest percentage change among the provinces.

The total value of Saskatchewan’s wholesale trade was $5.1 billion in April 2023.

“Saskatchewan’s economy continues to grow at a healthy pace from the hard work of our producers and manufacturers,” said Trade and Export Development Minister Jeremy Harrison last week.

“Today’s increase in wholesale trade is further proof that Saskatchewan has the food, fuel and fertilizer that the world needs.”

Farm products led the year-over-year growth with an increase of more than 300 per cent for a total of $931 million (seasonally adjusted).

Saskatchewan’s economy has been the focus of attention in recent weeks, with a Conference Board of Canada report stating that Saskatchewan will lead the nation in economic growth for 2023 and 2024.

Despite a national slowdown on the horizon, Saskatchewan remains one of the top provinces. GDP is expected to increase 2.5

per cent in 2023 and an additional 1.9 per cent in 2024.

In the recently released State of Trade Report, Saskatchewan saw the total value of exports to the world

reach a record-breaking $52.6 billion in 2022. This marks the highest figure ever recorded in the province’s history and 42 per cent higher than the 2021 record of $37 billion.

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FULL-TIME JOURNEYMAN TECHNICIAN

Lloydminster Hyundai is looking to expand our growing shop. If you're a Journeyman Technician who enjoys a progressive shop with a great team - we're looking for you. For the right technician the potential in our shop is almost limitless. We have enough internal and customer work to keep you busy making as many flat-rate hours as you can produce.

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• Potential moving/sign-on bonus (for the right candidate)

• Benefits right away

What you'll bring to the table:

• Experience in diagnosing and maintaining all makes and models

• Your own tools

• A great attitude and willingness to learn and grow

• A journeyman certificate

For out-of-town candidates, Lloydminster is a great place to live for you and your family. With a population of 31,000 and a trading area of 130-150k Lloydminster is a regional service hub between Edmonton and Saskatoon. It's the small city with everything you need sitting right on the Border of Alberta and Saskatchewan.

Salary: $35.00 - $39.00 per hour

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NOW HIRING FULL TIME VINYL GRAPHICS INSTALLER

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As a Vinyl Graphics Installer, you will be responsible for performing various types of graphics print installation. Whether it's wrapping vehicles or transforming spaces, your keen eye for detail and dedication to quality will shine through. While experience in vinyl wrapping is preferred, we are willing to provide training to individuals with the right attitude and a passion for the cra . Our aim is to achieve flawless installations that leave a lasting impression.

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Private mortgage lender. All real estate types considered. No credit checks done. Deal direct with lender and get quick approval. Toll free 1-866405-1228 www.firstandsecondmortgages.ca

WANTED: OLDER ROCK RAKE OR ROCK PICKER With rake attached. Doesn’t have to be in working condition. Call 306-946-9669

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MEIER 4-DAY UNRESERVED Antique and Collectable Auction for Dennis Kjos of Wetaskiwin County. Sat., June 24 and Sun., June 25 10 AM. Sat., July 8 & Sun., July 9 10 AM. Selling three generations of over 6000 items. Visit www.meierauction.com for details.

WHITE SPRUCE TREES: 5’ average $50. Installation ONLY $19. Includes: hole augered, Wurzel Dip enzyme injection, bark mulch application, staking. Minimum order 25. One-time fuel charge: $125-175. Crystal Springs. 403-820-0961. Quality guaranteed.

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS & LABOURERS WANTED

For all heavy equipment: ie. dozers, excavators, scrapers etc. Camp/R & B provided. Competitive wages. Valid drivers license req’d. Send resume and work references to: Bryden Construction and Transport Co. Inc. Box 100, Arborfield, SK S0E 0A0; Fax: 306-769-8844

Email: brydenconstruct@ xplornet.ca www. brydenconstruction andtransport.ca

FARMLAND WANTED

I am currently PURCHASING single to large blocks of land.

NO FEES OR COMMISSIONS

Saskatchewan born and raised, I know farming and farmland and can help you every step of the way.

Doug Rue, for further information 306-716-2671 saskfarms@shaw.ca

www.sellyourfarm land.com

WE BUY

DAMAGED GRAIN

HEATED... LIGHT BUGS... TOUGH

MIXED GRAIN

SPRING THRASHED

WHEAT... OATS

PEAS... BARLEY

CANOLA... FLAX

“ON FARM PICKUP”

WESTCAN FEED & GRAIN

1-877-250-5252

FORAGE SEED FOR SALE: Organic & conventional: Sweet Clover, Alfalfa, Red Clover, Smooth Brome, Meadow Brome, Crested Wheatgrass, Timothy, etc. Star City, SK. Birch Rose Acres Ltd. 306-921-9942.

ALBERTA FEED GRAIN: Buying Oats, Barley, Wheat, Canola, Peas, Screenings, Mixed Grains. Dry, Wet, Heated, or Spring Thresh. Prompt Payment. In House Trucks, In House Excreta Cleaning. Vac Rental. 1-888-483-8789.

LAND

Vern

FIREARMS WANTED FOR OUR 2023 AUCTION PROGRAM: Rifles, Shotguns, Handguns, Antiques, Militaria, Collections, Estates, Single Items. For Auction, or Possible Purchase: Toll-Free 1-800694-2609, Email Us @ sales@switzersauction. com or Visit Us @ www. switzersauction.com.

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money?

We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com.

Farmland Sale by Tender; Half section of good quality pasture with grid road access in RM of Leask #464. Call Gerald Muller, C&C Realty, 306-570-7743.

CRIMINAL RECORD?

Why suffer employment/ licensing loss? Travel/ business opportunities?

Be embarrassed? Think: Criminal Pardon. US entry waiver. Record purge. File destruction. Free consultation. 1-800-347-2540. www.accesslegalmjf.com.

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ACREAGE GARAGE SALE

See June 29 & July 6 editions for directions

Thu., July 6, 12PM - 7PM Fri., July 7, 11AM - 7PM Sat., July 8, 11AM - 4PM

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