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Spre ading rainbow magic!

Taylor Weaver Meridian Source

Amanda Panda, an author and entertainer out of Edmonton, was all smiles as she spread rainbow magic in the Furniture Gallery Kids Zone this past weekend during the City of Lloydminster’s 11th annual Streetfest. COVID may have put a two-year hold on the downtown event, but it was back in full force this year with fun for the whole family. See Page 2 for more.

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Streetfest fills downtown with smiles, sounds of summer TAYLOR WEAVER

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The City of Lloydminster hosted its 11 annual Streetfest this past Saturday, giving Border City residents their first real taste of the sights and sounds of summer. The fun kicked off with a pancake breakfast at The Olive Tree’s community kitchen hosted by the Lloydminster Fire Fighter’s Association, with all proceeds going towards the Olive Tree. “This morning has been quite steady. It’s good to see people out in this nice weather and we’re looking forward to seeing more people,” said Jerry Conlon, Lloydminster Fire Fighter’s Association. “We didn’t do it through COVID, but the Lloydminster Firefighters Association supports The Olive Tree when they do functions like this.”

Taylor Weaver Meridian Source With the downtown core shutdown to motorists, the day’s main events got underway at 10 a.m. and included artisan art vendors, an assortment of food trucks, live music, a kids’ zone chocked full of bouncy houses, and much more. Cindy Rekimowich, manager of programs and events, City of Lloydminster, said it felt great to be back hosting Streetfest after a multiyear hiatus. “We had a three-year

lull,” she said. “The last Streetfest was held in 2019, so it’s nice to be back. It’s awesome to see everybody out today; it’s great to see all the smiling kids and smiling parents, and we’ve heard a lot of compliments on the day’s event.” Rekimowich also took the opportunity to thank the event’s sponsors for all they do. “We couldn’t have done it without them. We have great community support.”

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Leave it to Beaver for RTMs

Geoff Lee Meridian Source

Beaver Homes & Cottages is expanding its custom RTMs at a new production facility behind Store Right south of 12 Street. Richard Mack, left, owner of Mack Construction, is working in conjunction with Home Hardware Building Centre owner, David Rurka, on the project. The site has room for more than 34 RTMs. GEOFF LEE

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.................................. Home Hardware Building Centre is cranking up activity at its new Beaver Homes & Cottages production facility for custom-built RTMs. Construction is proceeding on half a dozen new homes on their 5-acre site in the Foote Industrial Area south of 12 Street, with space to build more than 34 models at any given time. “The response has been overwhelmingly positive. Customers are overjoyed they can get everything done with one company,” said Home Hardware owner David Rurka during a site tour on Monday. “We have clients from all over the place. We have clients that will buy an RTM for in the city; we’ve had them for acreages and there’s a very strong demand for lake property.” Rurka says they also have clients who need to build a house where t h e y a r e a l r e a d y l i ving and need a movein ready home with the demolition done and a restructured foundation in place. He says the initial business decision to expand flowed from the stories of customers that would buy material packages and blueprints, but always struggled with locating a builder and trades. “We wanted to enable the customer to have a stress-free experience

with their project so we moved forward with the solution to build, customize and deliver a fully-finished home or cottage,” he explained. Rurka says they can offer more than 75 floor plans with more being created with every project. “We like to work with customers to fully build and customize floor

plans that they have as well,” he added. Construction began at the site in December in partnership with Mack Construction in Lloydminster, which has been an approved Beaver Homes builder since the get-go. Richard Mack, who heads the business, says his role with Beaver Homes is overseeing all trades, trade operations, construction cycles, shipping and delivering and managing the yard. “We are trenching in power on the side of our yard right now,” said Mack, who notes three finished spec homes fronting the site are also for sale. Rurka says they plan to install an array of solar panels on the north side of the property behind Store Right to offset their electrical usage for year-round construction. Beaver Homes can also ship RTMs in

Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba efficiently to expand beyond their Lloydminster regional market. “We’ve been able to work with some really unique customers that we otherwise normally wouldn’t have been able to work with,” said Rurka. He says they can also provide a turnkey package, including the foundation and services within a limited geographical range from their location. Some of the common benefits of building an RTM in a controlled environment include reduced material delivery delays and travel time costs for tradespeople and no weatherrelated delays. “We are able to construct RTMs within a six-month build cycle and we build yearround,” said Rurka. He says building onsite also means they don’t have to wait for

county permits or wait on a lot of things that hold a project up on the

starting phase. CONTINUED ON PAGE 5

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Young tours remote health minister

Geoff Lee Meridian Source

Lloydminster Mayor Gerald Aalbers, left, and Lloydminster MLA Colleen Young walk with Saskatchewan minister of mental health, addictions, seniors and rural and remote health, Everett Hindley, to chat with Residents in Recovery CEO Tyler Lorenz last Wednesday during a tour of health facilities in the city. GEOFF LEE

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.................................. He came, he saw, he conferred. Everett Hindley, Minister of Mental Health, Addictions, Seniors and Rural and Remote Health is up to speed on health care issues and needs in Lloydminster following a recent tour of facilities supported by the Saskatchewan government. Hindley regarded it as a listen and learn opportunity organized by Lloydminster MLA Colleen Young, start-

ing with a visit to the Lloydminster Hospital and Jubilee Home last Wednesday. “It’s an opportunity to get out firsthand and see some of the facilities in Lloydminster and talk to the staff and community about what’s working well and what some of the areas are that are identified as priorities, and some of the challenges we need to address,” said Hindley. Young noted there will be follow-up conservations in Regina

about prioritizing some of the health needs the tour identified in Lloydminster in the next budget. One of the outstanding topics will be scheduling the date to begin the approved $1 million renovations to the exterior of the hospital. “This is a priority for the community, it’s a priority for the MLA,” said Hindley “I will be raising that with officials in Regina to enquire on the status and see what we can do to help make sure this is happening as quickly as possible.” Hindley also spoke about the need for government funding for more hospital operating rooms that Young has been pushing for to reduce a province-wide backlog of surgeries. “In this year’s budget we’ve got some funding specifically geared toward reducing the surgical backlog,” he said, noting they are not just targeting the major

cities like Saskatoon or Regina. “We are definitely looking at what Lloydminster might be able to provide with overall capacity.” The need to replace Jubilee Home, which is about 30 years old and not up to current wheelchair accessibility standards, is also on Hindley’s radar following the tour. He said he’s not aware of any specific replacement timeline, noting there is a ranking process in terms of needs assessments and other factors to be prioritized for the annual budgeting process. Hindley notes the government has replaced 15 long-term care facilities since 2007 with Jubilee’s status on his follow-up list. “We’ll be taking a look at Jubilee Home and see where that fits in amongst the other provincial priorities,” said the minister. Cross-border issues also surfaced during a question to Hindley about a request from Hospice on the Border planners for operating funds at the proposed privately-financed and run facility. He credited Young for bringing it to his attention and planned to meet with project officials face-to-face during the tour after a previous virtual chat. “Lloydminster is a unique city because of the inter-jurisdictional challenges there,” said Hindley. “So it’s a matter of also having those conversations with the Alberta government to see what their level of interest might be in that type of facility in terms of ‘has there been a needs assessment done to justify us going to the next step.’” Hindley also met with Lloydminster Region Health Foundation CEO, Stephanie Munro, who said it was very important for Hindley to learn firsthand some of the issues in our city. CONTINUED ON PAGE 6

Reclaim settles into permanent home

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Taylor Weaver Meridian Source

The Olive Tree’s CEO, Becky Schille, couldn’t wait to open the doors at the non-proft organization’s new Reclaim location after moving to a more permanent home closer to the downtown core. TAYLOR WEAVER

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You never know what you’ll find at the new Reclaim store, it’s always an adventure. Those were the words of Becky Schille, CEO of The Olive Tree, as she talked about the nonprofit’s new more permanent Reclaim location, located at 5302 50 Ave. What’s even more fitting is the new store is located in the old J&R Automotive Service and Performance CenFROM PAGE 3

“We are able to construct the RTM at the same time as the foundation is being constructed. The total time for a build is significantly reduced,” said Rurka. He says when it comes to competitors in Lloyd, Rurka is confident no other company builds RTMs like they do or has the floor plan designs as they do. “What sets us apart is our process in place and our ability to work with our customers and customize the build for them that they want to see at the end of the day,” he said. There are usually two show home models at Home Hardware for customers to tour and view the different floor plans, products and

tre location, a reclaimed building in its own right. “The opening was great, the new building is great, and change is great. We’re super excited to be downtown and closer to our sister location,” said Schille. “It’s a bigger space, it’s brighter, and we’re looking forward to all the new things this building will hold for us.” The original Reclaim store, located at 6306 50 Ave., opened during COVID times just over

two years ago, and after only being opened for a short amount of time, it was clear they needed more space. “We needed more space and we needed something a bit different,” said Schille. “We purchased this location so that just means a little permanency for us. We like to make things our own and we’re looking towards the future.” And that future is looking bright. Walking through the new store, you would

never know it used to be home to an automotive shop, but with some dedicated passion and a whole lot of cleaning, it’s easy to get lost in one’s imagination. “We have a team of really cool people that are passionate about what we do. Bonnie, one of our ladies here, loves antiques and oddities, design and being creative, and we all love the idea of reclaiming things that are old and wacky,” she said.

upgrades available. “S o m e o f the stan dards we build into our models make us different from our competition, too,” said Rurka. The expansion of Beaver Homes in conjunction with Mack is also generating new employment in Lloydminster.

“We’ve hired some staff and we have several positions that are currently open that we are looking for,” said Rurka. He says all of the trades and builders they work with have had to hire additional support staff

and equipment to help with the increase in projects. “There’s a lot of new job creation in the area and we’re excited to be working with them and hiring more people and working with the community as well,” said Rurka.

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HEALTH TOUR FROM PAGE 4

“I just want to emphasize to him the need for some sort of increase in mental health resources in our community,” added Munro prior to a board lunch with Hindley. “I’m just honoured for him to be here and looking forward to having some conversations with him this afternoon and address some of the real needs of our community.” Munro also reported the RFP has closed for the design of the renal

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dialysis unit in the Prairie North Plaza. “So hopefully, that relocation will be happening in the very near future which will free up some space in the Lloydminster Hospital,” she said. Tyler Lorenz, CEO of Residents in Recovery also relished an opportunity to show Hindley what they do for addictions treatment knowing their funding contract with Saskatchewan Health Authority is up for renewal in 2023. “As well, I want to

talk about psychiatric services in Lloyd,” said Lorenz. “We would really like to have our voice heard and get the message across that we do need to improve our mental health abilities in the city.” Hindley also met with a group from the Lloydminster Concerned Citizens for Seniors Society and privately with Mayor Gerald Aalbers. He also attended the Libbie Young Centre AGM that evening.

Always an adventure at Reclaim FROM PAGE 5

“When you come in here I hope you see that things aren’t normal; our ceiling tiles don’t match, the flooring is different, and that’s what’s so cool about it.” Schille noted she believes the original walls of the building were constructed in 1947, making the Olive Tree’s happily-everafter story that much more special. “A lot of the walls in our first bay are brick, and they’re original, and that adds a really cool element to the shopping experience,” she said. With the building being as historic as it is, Schille explained it wasn’t basic construction work. “They would take down a layer of plywood and find a layer of something unfamiliar behind it and take that down as well; we actually found old maps of Lloydminster in

between two of the layers,” she said. “Renovating was a little tricky, but it’s always an adventure.” Schille also explained the new location’s bathrooms are now wheelchair accessible, something she said was important to everyone at the non-profit. With business on the rise, Schille knows an important aspect of any business is making sure clients know where you’re located. “You have to get people used to where you’re located in the new building,” she said. “The only downside to this location is the entrance from the east by the tracks. Lots of people don’t see it yet, but we’ve actually added an entrance from the west side, so if you’re driving a bigger vehicle and there’s a train, you can sneak in from the west side.” The Reclaim store is also unique in the sense that all proceeds from

sales go right back into helping the community. “You’re helping to feed a local family,” she said. “All of the profits from both the thrift store and reclaim are donated to the Olive Tree Community Centre, and into our food bank and soup kitchen programs, so it’s really feel-good shopping.” The original ReClaim store will remain open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for the foreseeable future and is currently acting as a discount centre. “We didn’t move anything from the old building,” said Schille. “We set this store up and we’re selling that store out, so there’s lots of great deals to be found.” The new store’s hours are Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and donations can be dropped off at the new location using the new west entrance.

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Major drug network interrupted by RCMP MERIDIAN SOURCE STAFF

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Over half a million dollars in drugs and cash have been seized following an interprovincial joint forces investigation that originated in Lloydminster. Project Deception is an ongoing investigation led by ALERT Lloydminster’s organized crime and gang team in partnership with Lloydminster RCMP, British Columbia’s Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit (CFSEUBC), and RCMP Federal Serious and Organized Crime (FSOC). The investigation began in May 2021 following an initial drug seizure in Lloydminster, as part of a joint endeavour from ALERT and Lloydminster General Investigation Section (GIS). From there, ALERT launched Proj-

Supplied Photo ect Deception and sought to work up the drug supply line and uproot the Edmonton and Kelowna-based suppliers. Drug seizures were staggered over the course of the investigation and took place in Lloydminster, Edmonton, Springbrook, Alta., Kelowna, B.C. and Vernon, B.C. On June 1 multiple homes were also searched. The drugs alone have an estimated street value of $571,000 and the totality of seized items included: - Two handguns with

ammunition; - 3,600 grams of cocaine; - 3,055 grams of suspected buffing agents; - 1,223 grams of methamphetamine; - 275 grams of suspected fentanyl; - $101,888 cash; and - $147,872 in restrained assets, including jewelry. Project Deception remains ongoing as investigators are preparing reports and disclosure for Crown Counsel. A number of suspects from both provinces have been identified.

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Lyons retires with a roar GEOFF LEE

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Geoff Lee Meridian Source

Surprise! Rendell Park School principal, Sheldon Gallagher, congratulates teacher Scott Lyons on his retirement after 31 years of teaching at the school in front of a school assembly. Coming into the gym are vice principal Amy Skinner and acting LPSD director, Scott Wouters.

A teacher can make a huge difference in a young person’s life. That was the lesson learned during a farewell assembly at Rendell Park School for teacher, Scott Lyons, a day before the school year ended at the Lloydminster Public School Division (LPSD). Staff, teachers and 450 students met in the

gym to surprise and congratulate Lyons on his retirement after 31 years of teaching excellence in the same building. Lyons is one of 20 new retirees at LPSD, including 13 teachers. “He was one of the most loved and respected people I’ve ever met in my life. He’s going to leave a huge hole at Rendell Park and the entire division,” said school principal Sheldon Gallagher. “Our staff love him, our parents love him and our kids love him.” Lyons was greeted with loud cheering and music the moment he stepped into the gym, followed by some introductory remarks by Gallagher. “We wanted to do something really special for our friend, our teacher,” he said, noting Lyons came to Rendell with one year of teaching in British Columbia. “He decided that was too far away from their

friends and family in Saskatoon so he and his wife moved here and he’s been here ever since. “He’s made a boatload of friends and connections and made the world a better place.” Gallagher noted Ly o ns i s be st k no w n for his coaching and his involvement in extracurricular activities. LPSD acting director, Scott Wouters, told the assembly Lyons made everybody better. “I watched him with kids, I watched him with the staff and adults, and this gentlemen is someone that makes everyone better each and every day. Cheers, and we’ll be golfing together,” said Wouters. Lyons was grateful for the tributes, noting he could feel the energy and the love for him the moment he stepped into the gym with everyone cheering him on. “The students and families from Rendell

Park made it a fantastic community to teach in. I look forward to (hearing) ‘Hi Mr. Lyons’ for the rest of my life,” he said. He says his plans are to sub, learn more on his guitar fretboard, learn Spanish, visit Mexico and spend more time with his family with his son Aaron looking on. Teachers Erin Stark, Karmen Weaver and Shawn Coulter also took turns sharing some inside teaching stories about Lyons. Coulter also spoke to the kids about what it means that Mr. Lyons is retiring. “Kids, as you put it, ‘he gone.’ He plans to be on the golf course while you are all sitting in your teacher’s classroom trying to make sense of what they’re telling you,” said Coulter. “Basically Mr. Lyons’ retirement will be ‘sick’ and for us, it stinks.” CONTINUED ON PAGE 9

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NDP elect first female leader MERIDIAN SOURCE STAFF

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The Saskatchewan New Democrats have elected Carla Beck as their new leader to take them into the 2024 Election. Hundreds of party members flocked to the Delta Hotel in Regina on Sunday to choose the first elected female leader of the Saskatchewan NDP. Beck contested the leadership with Kaitlyn Harvey. A total of 4,741 ballots were cast with Beck capturing 3,244 votes to Harvey’s 1,492. Beck, who grew up on a farm near Lang, Saskatchewan, brings six years of experience as LYONS FROM PAGE 8

Teacher Stephanie Hurd told Lyons it was a real pleasure sharing a class with him the past two years. “Thanks for being so flexible, so easy going and an absolute blast to work with. Enjoy your retirement, but please come back to help me line the field and ref our soccer games,” said Hurd. Lyons said going forward, his car is going to have to learn a different route and go somewhere else because for 31 years it’s been coming to Rendell. “Thank you to my Rendell Park family. Thank you to all the students, It’s been great.

MLA for Regina Lakeview to her leadership role. Beck was a school board trustee, registered social worker for over two decades and an active volunteer for local causes, including the Sask. Abilities Council, Saskatchewan Coalition Against Racism, Camp Easter Seal and the Autism Resource Centre. The NDP says Beck will now begin the work of reaching out to membership Saskatchewan voters, building capacity to win the election in 2024 and delivering results to become the first woman elected Premier of Saskatchewan. “All of you teachers, you’re what it’s all about. Relationships are everything and I’ve had a lot. I’m grateful. It’s been a great journey, and holy smokes did you get me.” The celebration for Lyons helped to energize former Meridian Source sports reporter, Jamie Harkins, who is hoping to start substitute teaching in Lloydminster this fall. “Just to see the great effect he had on his colleagues and also on the children, it seems like a wonderful profession to take up,” said Harkins, who enjoyed the proceedings. “It seems like Mr. Lyons is an inspiration to look up to.”

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y name is Sarah Zweifel and I was raised on a Hereford cattle farm in Deer Creek, Sask. I am very lucky to have grown up next to the North Saskatchewan River and be able to spend most of my time outside. I was brought up the same as any ranchraised child, from helping my father and late paternal grandfather’s annual calving season to branding season, and everything in between. Being incredibly fortunate to have grown up surrounded by hard-working male and female role models within my family, it has helped me develop a strong work ethic that has translated into all aspects of my life. Most of my childhood was spent participating in school and clubrun sports, which eventually lead to me playing rugby with the University of Saskatchewan as a Scrum Half on their club team for two years. I also travelled from rodeo to rodeo with my family, from pony racing as a child to supporting my older brother in his pursuit to become a pro saddle bronc rider. I even had the honour of being prese nt e d along sid e my siblings as one of the Cowboys and Cowgirls of the Future at the Calgary Stampede in 2011. Currently, I am entering my second and final year in the Child and Youth Counselor program at Lakeland College in Vermillion. After graduation, I will be continuing my education by entering their Animal Assisted Wellness program in addition to taking the Specialized Expressive Arts program at CIIAT. My plan after graduation is to start the steps of opening a therapeutic art and animal-assisted

youth center in the Buffalo Trails District. This will offer counseling and afterschool programs for the children and teenagers of our small-town area that have an equine and bovine educational theme. I have always had a passion for photography and art, which was heavily encouraged by my late maternal grandfather, who taught me everything I know. He would let me borrow his camera to take with me so I could practice my skills on weekends. He even went so far as to leave me his camera to keep, the same camera I use to this day in both of

my careers. I am currently working for the Lloydminster Exhibition as their Social Media Events Coordinator. So, you will most likely see me running around with my camera at the events they will be hosting this upcoming year (don’t be afraid to strike a pose!). This opportunity led me to work with Meridian Source on a freelance basis with the hope of a potential full-time job down the road. I am nothing but thankful to the Exhibition and the Source for giving me this amazing opportunity to continue to work in a field I love

and be able to work for both harmoniously. Their support and encouragement mean the world and I am very lucky to work for great and inspiring employers. I am excited to see where this next chapter leads to working with the Meridian Source moving forward.

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Leeway from Lloyd: Vacations all about memories STAFF WRITER GEOFF LEE

Summer vacation is underw ay t his mont h fo r school kids and students. It’s also a break for teachers. I think being a student and teacher are the two best possible roles or jobs in terms of days off. I am speaking from personal experience as my own father was a teacher and principal who had the longest vacation of any parent on the block. In the early days though he would use part of his summer breaks to get his masters of education in order to move up the career ladder in the Ontario school system. One of my fondest vacations was taking a steamship with my mom and sister from Halifax to England where I was born,

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to m eet o ur dad w ho had some kind of educational commission in England that had something to do with the military. Aside from the two-week ocean voyage in 1957, the highlight was visiting a ton of old castles and Sherwood Forest where the Robin Hood lore was seated. We also used to go camping starting in the 50s in old canvas tents with no floor while sleeping in a cot. In the 60s my dad would also take us camping all over Ontario to places that still stick out in my mind. Vacations are a time to rack up family photos and memories like a lot of folks in Lloydminster will be doing, but with the price of gas, staycations could be all the rage. As a single person, I like to spend time off either going to a bike race or recovering from one. When I was a runner I used to go

File Photo to races almost every other weekend. I ran over the Grand Coulee Dam in Washington with a buddy and ran four times in the famous Bloomsday race in downtown Spokane with over

50,000 participants the last time I did it in 1988. My standout favourite summer break was the summer of 1973 before I went to university when I hitchhiked from Toronto to Eagle

Alaska and then to Quebec City with a woman I met on Vancouver Island. Vacations are all about memories and I have some great ones on my own and with family and friends.

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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.

Playschool Pre-registration Southridge Playschool & Kindergym has opened up their registration for the fall 2022-2023 classes. They offer one day a week for three-yearolds and one or two days a week for four and five-year-olds. They have also qualified for the Affordability Grant! For more information please call Mrs. Pat 780-8729523.

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Bingo at the Moose The Moose Lodge, 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. The Moose also hosts crib tournaments every second Sunday of the month. Start time is 10 a.m. The cost to play is $10 and lunch is $12. Bring Your Own Vinyl Nights Have some old records

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lying around? The 4th Meridian Brewing Company, located at Unit 6 2626 50 Ave., is hosting Bring Your Own Vinyl nights every Tuesday during regular business hours, 4-9 p.m. She Shed Draw! Join the Royal Canadian Legion Lloydminster Branch #39 for the Grand Prize draw in their She Shed Raffle on Friday July 1! First Prize is a She Shed valued at $10,000! Tick-

ets are $10 each and available at Cliff Rose for Clothes, Coldwell Banker, Midway Towing and at the Legion on Friday and Saturday. Proceeds support the Legion. Lottery License # RR21-0580 Ferry History Book Launch The Frenchman Butte Heritage Centre is hosting a book launch for Crossing the River, A Cable Ferry History by Carol Light on July 1 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Book includes a map for $35. Crossing the River is a history that includes the ferries from the Meridian to the Lashburn crossing and covers the late 1880’s to 1986. Come and visit author Carol Light and former ferry passenger Tom Hougham, see a model ferry demonstration, take home a free ferry

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Lloydminster’s Emerie and her mom, Mel, were soaking up the sun on Sunday afternoon as they decorated the front of their home with some sidewalk chalk art.

bookmark, and have a free game of mini-golf. Sandy Beach Summer Market The Sandy Beach Summer Market returns on Sunday, July 3 for another year of arts, crafts, and food. Summer markets are scheduled to take place on Canada Day weekend as well as Labour Day weekend. Once again

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they will have the Kidz Zone with an arts and crafts tent, a bounce house and more. The entertainment stage will run all day as well. If you are interested in becoming a vendor or entertaining, please visit our website at www.sbmarket.ca

Cribbage Doubles Tournament The Legacy Centre is hosting a Cribbage Doubles Tournament on July 28. Cost to play is $10 and lunch is $12. It’s a doublesDE tournament so bring a partner! Everyone is welcome!

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Fort Pitt Fall Supper The Fort Pitt Fall Sup- are o per is being held on Sunday, Sept. 25 from Pa 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. More details to follow closer to the event.

Hillmond Hall Turkey Supper We The Hillmond Hall is pleased to announce or they have selected a date for their annual Turkey Supper. The supper will be held Toonarrang Oct. 2. Details to follow closer to the event.

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Salt of the Earth student Lions’ Junior Citizen of the year TAYLOR WEAVER

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If there were more kindhearted and inspirational youth like Olivia Brockhoff in the world, it would probably be a much nicer place. Born in Neilburg and raised in the Border City, the recent Holy Rosary High School (HRHS) graduate has been honoured for being a role model with the local Lions Club’s Junior Citizen of the Year award. The award was a complete surprise to Brockhoff, who thought she was attending a recent Lions’ event to talk about her “You Are Beautiful” project. Little did she know the night was all about recognizing the good she’s done in this community. “When I received it I balled my eyes out because I had no idea I was even nominated,” she said. “I was just speechless. I didn’t know what to say at the time, and I’m still pretty speechless about it now ... my parents were there that night and they knew what was going on, but I sure didn’t” Brockhoff’s “You Are Beautiful” video project went viral in 2019 when the student was 16 years old and proved the point that “praise can go a long way.” But Brockhoff’s genuine love for people and helping those in need started way before 2019 with Project PJ by Olivia. “At the ripe old age of 11 she says to her mom (Patricia), ‘I need to talk to you about something. I haven’t done enough to change the world.’ Mom says ‘you still have time. What do

you have in mind?’ She had the idea to donate PJs to the sick kids at the Stollery. Her goal was 100 pairs of new PJs. She had recently had a friend’s sister go through cancer treatment and remembered her saying how awful the pyjamas were. Well, seven years later she has collected and donated over 10,000 pairs of new PJs,” said Lion’s Club secretary and Citizens of the Year committee member Kathy Smithson.

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I am such a people-person and I get joy from being around people and seeing them smile.

“In conversation with a couple of staff from her school, the remarks were ‘it’s not unusual for a student to take on a project and run with it for a year or two, but seven years and counting is pretty amazing.” With many more heartwarming stories centred around bettering the community, Brockhoff doesn’t do what she does for the recognition, in fact, far from it. “I love it,” she said. “I know people don’t like doing things and not getting paid for it, but I love it. I love being aro und p eo p le; I am such a people-person and I get joy from being around people and seeing them smile, or even just hearing their stories and their strug gles and being able to understand them.” Not only was Brockhoff honoured with the Lion’s award, she

also received the Servant Leadership Award at HRHS’s graduation ceremony. “It’s called the Servant Leadership Award and it’s from being part of our Student Leadership Council, our Antibullying team, as well as doing things outside of the school for our community,” she said. “I was surprised to win a leadership award, too, so it’s been a really, really good last few weeks.” Again reiterating the fact she doesn’t better the community for the recognition, Brockhoff explained this award is very special to her. “To me, it’s so insanely special to have that title because I never would have thought this award was a possibility for me, and now I feel like I’m in this special club with other people in the community who have done so much more than I have,” she said. “I think it’s really special to be a part of that ‘club.’” Through the years, Brockhoff has been involved with the Lloydminster Youth Council and was vice-chair one year, the student council at HRHS, she has volunteered at The Olive Tree, the local food bank and the Red Cross. “She has spoken at elementary, middle and high schools, at women’s empowerment events,” said Smithson. “She has been interviewed by newspapers and television and her message is always ‘you are never too old or too young to make a difference in the world.’ “I don’t think we’ve seen the last of this young lady. No pres-

Taylor Weaver Meridian Source Photo sure. If you do nothing else, you have already touched the lives of more people than most of us could ever hope.” With high school in the rear-view mirror, Brockhoff will be attending the U of S in the fall for a bachelor of science and plans to either take biology or biomedical foundations with the plan of either medicine or dentistry profession. “I’ll also be continuing Project PJ in Lloyd next year and won’t be changing anything until my second year of university so I can settle in this year and not get burnt out before I get too far ahead of myself,” she said. “I want to modify Project PJ to help vulnerable families going to the U of S, but I’m going to wait and expand on that in my second year.”

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mentary treatment if your pet experiences certain health problems. Osteopathy looks at the way the body functions as a whole. If one part is out of balance, it can lead to pain and discomfort in another part. Consequently, an osteopath’s job is to help release pain in the bones, joints, muscles, ligaments and tissues using gentle, hands-on palpations and manipulations. WHEN TO CONSULT AN OSTEOPATH

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ou often see cats drinking milk in books and movies. A child

rescues a hungry cat and gives it a saucer of milk, and the cat laps it up with pleasure. But is this the right thing to do? According to the experts, the answer is no. Here are a few reasons why. ESSENTIAL ENZYME Kittens can digest their mother’s milk because they’re born with a specific enzyme that allows them to break down lactose, a form of sugar, efficiently. However, as they get older, most cats lose this enzyme and can no longer properly digest milk. VARIOUS HEALTH PROBLEMS

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or can’t properly digest lactose. In short, if you feed cow’s milk to your adult cat, it may enjoy it at first but will suffer digestive issues and other health problems later. Consult your vet to determine what’s safe to feed your cat.

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Cenovus targets reconciliation GEOFF LEE

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advancing overall reconciliation.” The commitment by Cenovus recognizes and honours the history and contributions of Indigenous people in Canada during National Indigenous History Month in June. Preference for scholarships will be given to Indigenous students pursuing programs with the potential to lead to a career in the oil and gas industry such as the energy programs at Lakeland College in Lloydminster. A spokesperson for Lakeland called it exciting news for students while noting it’s too early to comment on how it will directly impact the college. Cenovus has donated almost $400,000 to Indspire since 2012 to support the scholarship program as well as the Indspire Awards and youth empowerment event.

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Alberta will participate in the public inquiry into the federal government’s use of the Emergencies Act earlier this year. The Public Order Emergency Commission has granted Alberta full standing to participate in the public inquiry into the federal government’s use of the Emergencies Act. This allows the province to participate in the investigation process and public hearings, including taking part in the review of the circumstances that led to its invocation. Alberta will also take part in developing policy recommendations that would help make sure any future use of the Emergencies Act does not violate provincial jurisdiction and unjustly infringe people’s rights. “The federal government’s invocation of the Emergencies Act was an unnecessary and disproportionate measure that intruded on provincial jurisdiction,

violated civil liberties and created chaos and uncertainty across the country,” said Premier Jason Kenney. “I am pleased that Alberta will be heard when this dangerous decision is examined by

a public inquiry.” Alberta will also appear before the Federal Court to participate in the constitutional and non-constitutional issues raised in legal challenges against the federal government.

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Helen’s macaroni salad days

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“Hey Helen, I’d sure like to eat some delicious macaroni salad tonight,” said my husband, Tom, as I entered the house after a hard day’s work. “Could you make it?” He poked his head around the kitchen cabinets with an encouraging grin. Shuffling across the

carpet, I kicked off my shoes and gazed at him in disbelief. Had he taken leave of his senses? Stood in the sun to o lo n g ? Drank a tumbler of outdated fruit juice? Was he hoping to have his head snapped off? My eyes narrowed. “I am not now, nor am I in the foreseeable future preparing a bowl of macaroni salad,” I said bitterly. “Delicious or otherwise.” It was a minor food-

related incident. After a moment of silence, it ended amicably, and all parties were satisfied. He found a recipe, made his own confounded salad, and hasn’t asked me to do it since. A well-enunciated refusal can work wonders. In truth, I’ve always enjoyed cooking and have passed along this pleasure to my children. However, my son, Justin, is far more adventurous than I.

He often buys outlandish food items and concocts dishes like eel soup and tripe stew. (Horrible.) His latest recipe called for a noodle mix containing traces of arsenic, lead, and cadmium (used in producing batteries, solar cells, plastics, and nuclear reactors). Yum! May I have a second helping of that tasty treat? Then, Justin offered to brew a nice pot of tea for us to share. As he poured the steaming beverage through a sieve, he remarked casually that it might include: wheat, eggs, mustard, and—crustaceans. Hang on! “What kind of bloody tea is that?” I spluttered. “Am I about to drink the pulverized shells of sea creatures?” “No,” said Justin calmly. “I’m straining them out.” I like to try new recipes. I’m not saying I could win Canada’s Top

Chef since I often make silly blunders. Still, people eat what I make without complaint. I didn’t learn from my mother. While mom could bake excellent brown bread, her talents in the kitchen didn’t extend much further. I couldn’t even say the word macaroni without shuddering for the first 40 years of my life. I’ll never forget her slapping a quivering wedge of mac and cheese on my plate. Who slices macaroni? My mother. She’d boil it in just enough water that the p asta w o u l d su c k u p the liquid, engorging to twice its natural size in the slimy aftermath of flour/water paste. After the fragmented clots congealed in the pot, she’d lay slabs of cheddar cheese on top to melt, then slide the whole business out onto a plate for carving. Bleah.

The other day I baked a walnut cake. Sure, I might have scorched the nuts, forgot to add the egg whites until I slid the cake into the oven, and then set fire to a tea towel as I hasti l y snatc h e d th e p a n back out. And I did trip over the cat and slop a portion of the batter onto the floor as I hurriedly slapped the whites back in, but other than that, I think it turned out quite well. Or not. Actually, for different reasons, I doubt I’ll ever be asked to make walnut cake or macaroni salad again. Helen lives on the family farm near Marshall, Saskatchewan, where she works as an author, columnist, and in education. Find her online at helentoews.com. There, you can learn more about her humorous Prairie Wool Books, or newly released fantasy series, Runestaff Chronicles.

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Celebrating Dominion Day WHISPERS OF THE PAST SANDRA L. BROWN

In 1867 Canada was officially acknowledged as the Dominion of Canada. The federal government made July 1 a national holiday in 1879 to commemorate the anniversary of this Confederation. This holiday became recognized as Dominion Day and was eventually changed to Canada Day in 1982. About 100 folks celebrated the national holiday at the Immigration Hall in the small settlement of Lloydminster in 1905. A dance was held Friday evening. The floor was polished so folks could gracefully glide across with ease and enjoy this traditional pleasure. Everyone was in good holiday spirit and determined to enjoy themselves. The orchestra of three provided music and Colo-

nel Gronow performed the Master of Ceremonies duties. The piano was borrowed from Mrs. Rendell. A refreshment buffet was abundant with tasty food. Holiday festivities eventually ended Saturday morning at 3 a.m. The success of any open-air gathering is often dependent upon the weather and much to everyone’s relief the sports day on Saturday was held under ideal conditions. A large number of folks attended from the colony and neighbouring districts. To start off the activities, Mr. Causeley performed his bicycle trick-riding. Horse, foot, three-legged and pony races for all ages took place. Other activities for folks to participate in included tent pegging, lemon cutting, a bucking contest and tug of war. One of the many sports attractions was a

football match between Lloydminster and Wirral. Their opponents put up a good fight but t he Minst er boy s, as they were affectionally called, won by eight goals. Each forward scored a goal, one of which strategically bounced off a player’s forehead past Wirral’s goalie. Most of the game was spent in the Wirral’s end so the Minster’s goalie wasn’t needed too often. Adding to Wirral’s woes was the injury of their

centre half in the first few minutes of the game; this was a loss which weakened their defence. Afterwards, the visiting team enjoyed a delicious meal at the King Edward Hotel. An evening concert was also held. The celebrations concluded with a special Sunday evening service at St. John’s Minster. In the history of the colony, never had such a large congregation assembled which spoke well for the

increased interest in religious commitment f rom the c ommu nity and surrounding districts. With patriotic enthusiasm members of the congregation sang hymns of praise and thanksgiving for His blessings on the Dominion of Canada and Empire. During his notable sermon, Rev. George Lloyd spoke of how a biblical quote, “He hath not dealt so with any nation,” which referred to the Hebrew nation could also apply

to the British. Lloyd believed, “So at the present day there is one standard (the British flag) which enables us to travel in safety over the civilized world. Britain’s Empire must be founded on the principle of ‘give’ to give to the world the elevating influence of Christianity.” He also believed it was their duty to consider themselves under a Divine commission to settle down and struggle against any dangers they may encounter.

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Lakeland College wins international Circle of Excellence Award

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Lakeland College’s alumni magazine has been recognized with an international award. On June 22 the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) announced Lakeland College’s Excel magazine as a recipient of a 2022 Circle of Excellence Award. The college received the bronze medal in the magazine category for alumni/general interest in two-year institutions. The Excel is published twice yearly, featuring alumni profiles, class notes, events, campus news and donor relations activities. Its name is a nod to the co l l e g e ’ s m ot t o E ver To Excel, which was adopted in 1928. The most recent edition of Excel even included a profile writ-

ten by Source editor, Taylor Weaver, on Lakeland Rustlers basketball player Tori Dugan, who recently signed a pro contract in her home country of Australia. “The Excel is a perfect example of what can be accomplished through innovation and collaboration,” said Alice Wainwright-Stewart, Lakeland’s president and CEO. “Our Alumni Association and our alumni and donor relations and marketing and communications offices collaborate to create a magazine that celebrates our past while looking towards our future. Each edition connects alumni with each other and their college through compelling content and fresh design. I am so proud the Excel has been recognized by CASE.”

CASE’s Circle of Excellence Awards are the premier recognition program for educational advancement. These peer-selected and adjudicated awards honour colleges, universities, and schools worldwide whose talented staff have advanced their organizations with resourcefulness and ingenuity. “Our CASE Circle of Excellence Awards celebrate the creative, resourceful, and innovative ways advancement professionals around the globe champion their institutions’ success,” said CASE President and CEO Sue Cunningham. “Advancement has never been more important to support and strengthen education. These 2022 Circle of Excellence recipients— from institutions and teams of all sizes and

shapes, from regions across the world— showcase how advancement empowers teaching and learning, ignites institutional progress and helps communities thrive. I hope you take the opportunity to explore these award winners and become inspired.” In their judgement, the CASE team said, “Excel magazine presents Lakeland College as a fun, vibrant, and vital community. The publication often presents very institutional content in engaging, digestible ways for readers (such as in the “Alumni Benefits” spread). Good story selection, compelling photography and, as noted, a great sense of warmth and human connection.” Current and past editions of the Excel are

available at lakelandcollege.ca/excel In 2022, CASE received more than 4,500 entries from 636 institutions in nearly 30 countries. Winners were selected based on several fac-

tors, including overall quality, innovation, use of resources and the impact on the institution or its external and internal communities, such as alumni, parents, students, faculty, and staff.

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Look for what binds us social programs which would benefit so many citizens? Even I know spending money using debt will create inflation and certainly more problems. Well, I got that off my chest. Thank you.

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To me, Canada Day has always been a time t o rel a x fr om a b us y spring schedule and take the opportunity to think about what needs to be accomplished in the months ahead. COVID certainly

threw a wrench into things the past couple of years, and seemingly our economy is still in recovery. It has also prompted some questions. Why is it so hard to find people to commit to working these days? Are there no able bodies available; I mean how do people pay their bills if they don’t contribute?

When the value of grain commodities goes sky high, it’s seemingly a time for a farmer to finally catch a break, the fuel, input, and machinery costs also must achieve historic levels? We have massive energy resources but a central government that doesn’t want them produced to pay for

A friend told me earlier this year that one of the few pleasures of aging was you can tell it as it is. Not only could you likely back up your viewpoint from some previous experience, but no one really lis-

tens to us mature folk anyway. Let me give you an example. I heard someone complaining the other day about immigrants and how their arrival pushes current residents aside. CONTINUED ON PAGE 24

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Last week in the field: Sask Crop Report

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There was rain through all regions of Saskatchewan last week, with some areas seeing higher amounts of localized precipitation. Growing conditions have been reported to be good in the southeast and east central regions where they have adequate moisture and warm weather. In the western regions, rain was received which was needed to keep crop development progressing and support pasture growth. Producers who did not receive rain are

reporting their crops are starting to go backward in development. Livestock producers in the southern and western regions are happy with the rain since haying is coming up soon and the rain will greatly improve their hay yields. The Marengo and Smiley areas received 86 mm, the Stoughton and Spiritwood areas received 84 mm, the Saltcoats area 61 mm, the Webb area 38 mm and the Star City area 32 mm. Rainfall varied across the province with many areas receiving 10 mm or less.

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our family’s future. To embrace our differences and weave them into a uniquely Canadian fabric. I don’t care about the colour of your skin or the clothes you wear, it is your commitment to making THIS country the best it can be for everyone who lives here. Honour the past for sure but strive to build a strong, united society. Here. Now. That’s my Canada. What’s yours? Vern McClelland is an associate broker with RE/MAX of Lloydminster and an active partner in his family’s livestock operation. Comments on this article are welcome either by emailing vernmcclelland@remax.net or calling 306-821-0611.

I couldn’t help but comment, stating at one time or another, “we were all from somewhere else.” My grandparents originated from Scotland and England. In fact, my paternal grandfather was born in Ireland. I look around the community I live in, plus the region I serve, and I see citizens with roots in many countries. Historians tell us even our First Peoples migrated or came to these shores from other continents at the demise of the last Ice Age. So why are we all here? Because of an opportunity to live free. To exercise our skills and provide for

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However, it has been reported that conditions have improved on both sides of the province and crops will hopefully catch up. Provincially, 73 per cent of fall cereals, 55 per cent of spring cereals, 45 per cent of oilseed crops and 64 per cent of pulse crops are at their normal stages of development for this time of year. Flea beetles caused substantial damage in some areas due to canola crops being so slow to develop. Producers have been busy spraying when they can, scouting fields and performing other tasks. There have been isolated reports of frost mainly in areas that received moisture this week; damage is not yet known but the crop of most concern is canola. There have also been reports of damage from flea beetle, cutworms, gophers and hailstorms.

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More rain is needed to alleviate the drought stressed crop and pasture land in the drier areas of the province. Provincially, moisture levels on crop and hay and pasture land continue to improve as more areas of the province receive weekly precipitation. Cropland topsoil moisture is rated as nine per cent surplus, 75 per cent adequate, 15 per cent short and one per cent very short. Hay and pasture land topsoil moisture is rated as six per cent surplus, 68 per cent adequate, 21 per cent short and five per cent very short. Crop development has stalled due to extremely dry conditions in the west, which delayed germination and plant growth. In the east, development has been slow due to overly wet conditions and cooler temperatures.

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GPLS Championship weekend great for city

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Sherwood Park Storm catcher Dane Funnell jumps for the ball during GPLS championship action at Driven Energy Legion Ball Park on Sunday afternoon against the St. Albert Angels. TAYLOR WEAVER

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It was an exciting weekend for elite girls softball in the Border City as the Lloydminster Liners Association hosted a Girls Prairie League Softball (GPLS) championship. Roughly 40 teams from throughout Alberta and Saskatchewan converged at

Driven Energy Legion Ball Park last weekend to set the stage for this weekend’s upcoming provincials. Weekend action included teams from the U11, U13 and U15 divisions. The U17 championship is usually held on the same weekend, but due to the number of tournaments currently taking place,

weekend action for the U17 teams was considered exhibition play. For Tyler Dugan, vice president of the Association and head coach of the U15 Liners, being able to host big weekend tournaments again was a breath of fresh air. “It’s nice to be able to have family and friends come out and watch,” said Dugan. “Most of our games are either held away or on weekends, so it’s nice to be back in front of family and friends.” Not only was the home tournament good for players and their families, it was also great for the local economy. “It’s great to be able to host big events like this again. It’s great for our organization, but

it’s also great for the community because it brings in some money through hotels and restaurants,” he said. “Sometimes these GPLS events, when there’s A and B divisions, there’s up to 100 teams, so the economic spinoff for the city is always great.” Dugan also noted his U15 Liners were up against some tough weekend competition. “It’s strong,” he said. “There are 13 teams in our division and they’ve all been really good games. There haven’t been any bad blowouts yet.” For Sunday’s finals, the Liners were pleased to see the U11, U13 and U15 teams taking the mound, with the U11 and U13 teams taking the win in their respec-

tive divisions. “We’ll have provincials next weekend for most of the A divisions and then there’s still some Liners teams in the B divisions that will play a little further into July,” said Dugan.

“After that, it can depend. For U15 and up, you can advance to post-provincials, and the nationals are a western event, so you’ll have an opportunity to move a little further into August.”

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Start your small business side hustle

ith the rise of e-commerce and social media platforms, starting a business has never been easier. Whether you’re interested in pursuing your passion project, creating a new product, or filling a need, a side hustle can be very rewarding with the bonus of extra income. It can also be a smart way to test the waters if you’re thinking about making a career change. Here are a few tips to help you get started. Be realistic about your time The first step is

to assess the time required; do the needs of the business match what you can balance in your life? Do a self-audit to figure out a reasonable weekly amount of hours you have available for your venture. Decide how much time you will devote to the side hustle, where it will fit in your schedule and how it will affect your other jobs. Remember, your time is money. Be sure to place a value on your time and track it carefully. This foresight will help you avoid overscheduling and burnout.

Track your income and expenses Side hustles can be extremely helpful for meeting your financial and life goals, but it’s important to stay on top of all your

expenses, income and balance sheets. Tracking your income and expenses can also help you predict the future of your side hustle and ultimately guide your decisions in becoming

a full-time entrepreneur; just don’t forget to include your time as an expense. Never stop networking For any stage of a personal venture, network-

ing is key. Your network can be a great resource for landing new investors, finding future employees, meeting mentors, and reaching new customers. CONTINUED ON PAGE 27

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Obvious tools such as social media and events are great ways to network, but it can start closer to home too. Keeping consistent c ommu nic at ion w it h your customers even after their purchase, touching base with suppliers in between orders and asking for feedback from other professionals are great ways to network on a budget.

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Remember, your time is money. Be sure to place a value on your time and track it carefully.

Make the most of free resources You can’t put a value

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SAINT SAVIOUR’S ANGLICAN CHURCH SUNDAY WORSHIP July 3 Third Sunday after Trinity Service Time 10:00 am Morning Prayer Deacon - Rev Gary Stobbs 5422 50 Avenue – Hwy 17 N

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Happy Canada Day! JOIN THE 'LAKE LIFE' COMMUNITY FOWLER LAKE

530,000

MAKWA LAKE

MLS A1157222

TURTLE LAKE

419,000

NEW LISTINGS PT NW 16-46-25 W3RD

BRIGHTSAND LAKE

MLS A1213161

399,900

BRIGHTSAND LAKE

• 5 acres, 3,084 sq. ft., two storey custom built home, a/c, high end finishes throughout. • Double and triple attached garages. Large heated shop & two wells. Very secluded, gorgeous view! In a quiet counrty setting.

949,900

MLS A1209124

MLS A1233426

5602 22 ST. CLOSE

MURPHY LAKE

• 5 bed, 3 bath executive home in a crescent across from College Park School. • Heated double attached garage with a tile floor. Beautiful finishes, great location!

499,999

395,000

MLS A1143839

310,000

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170,000

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469,900

MLS A1175224

300,000

MLS A1228321

MLS A1231478

294,500

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349,000

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278,000

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LASHBURN

289,900

MLS A1224645

276,500

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249,900

MLS A1225481

PENDING

240,000

MLS A1229418

235,000

MERIDIAN

224,500

MLS A1172502

164,500

MLS A1210422

RENTAL OPPORTUNITIES ALBERTA

MLS A1192398

159,500

MLS A1080099

CONVENIENCE OF A CONDO

205,000

MLS A1150665

MAPLES II

224,400

LA TIERRA

MLS A1175434

124,500

MLS A1227328

PRIVACY AND SECLUSION - ACREAGES 20004 TWP RD 502

493084 RGE RD 25

PT SW 18-44-27 W3RD

3315 - 51 Ave. 5675 - 43 St. 2917 - 51 Ave. 3009 - 57A Ave. 3007 - 57A Ave. 2917 - 51 Ave. 2917 - 51 Ave. 5661 - 43 St. 6608 - 42 St. 2903A 51 Ave 2902 - 55 Ave. 5913 - 41 St. 5907 - 41 St. 4801 - 47 Ave. 4008 - 41 Ave. 4729 - 18 St. 3709 - 42 Ave.

1 Bed, 1 Bath 1 Bed, 1 Bath 2 Bed, 1 Bath 1 Bed, 1 Bath 1 Bed, 1 Bath 2 Bed, 1 Bath 2 Bed, 1 Bath 3 Bed, 2 Bath 2 Bed, 2 Bath 5 Bed, 2 Bath 5 Bed, 2 Bath 4 Bed, 3 Bath 5 Bed, 5 Bath

$600 $700 $800 $800 $800 $850 $900 $1000 $1100 $1600 $1600 $1800 $1800

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4 Bed, 3 Bath 3 Bed, 2 Bath 4 Bed, 3 Bath 4 Bed, 3 Bath

$1200 $1250 $1450 $1900

READY! READY! JULY 1 JULY 1

SASKATCHEWAN

APPLY ONLINE TODAY AB

1,250,000 MLS A1213176

799,000

MLS A1215623

164,900

MLS A1163592

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Rick Schesnuk Caleb McLean Realtor® Associate Broker

Each office is independently owned & operated.

3812 - 51 Avenue, Lloydminster, AB T9V 3M7 Sandy Hardy Realtor®

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