Meridian Source - June 4, 2020

Thursday, June 4, 2020

VOLUME 2 I ISSUE 49

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Lloyd Exh welcomes new management team

Taylor Weaver Meridian Source

Jenelle Saskiw has some pretty big shoes to fill as she assumes the role of General Manager at the Lloydminster Agricultural Exhibition Association.

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The T’s have been crossed and the I’s have been dotted as the Lloydminster Agricultural Exhibition Association announced their new management team on Monday.

The Exh was pleased to announce they have filled two key positions as longstanding general manager, Mike Sidoryk, announced his retirement after a storied 38-year career with the organization earlier this year.

Jenelle Saskiw, whose resume includes 20 years of government experience, including roles as Mayor and City Councillor for the Village of Marwayne, Vice President of the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association, a member of the Board of Directors for the Federation of Canadian Municipalities and Co-Chair of the National Rail Safety Committee, has assumed the role of GM, a position she is excited to jump into with both feet.

“I was so excited,” said Saskiw. “I’ve known Mike for many, many years and he’s become such a staple in the region and so highly respected by everybody, so when I found out I was the new GM, what a great legacy to work with. I have a new exciting team to be moving forward with, and I just think there’s such a tremendous opportunity for Lloyd Exh and the City of Lloydminster as well.”

Since Sidoryk announced his retirement in early February, a consistent buzz phrase at the Exh has been “moving in a new direction,” something Saskiw is excited to sink her teeth into.

“The fact that we’re experiencing (these) COVID times has really allowed all of us to maybe just step

Taylor Weaver Meridian Source

Jackie Tomayer has assumed the role of Assistant General Manager at the Lloyd Exh after spending the last two years as the organization’s Marketing Manager.

back. I d on’t w a nt t o say we’re going to be going back to a state of normalcy because I don’t think what existed prior to 2020 will exist again, so here’s a chance to hit the reset button and move forward with the entire world, because everything we knew changed,” she said.

“I’m looking forward to new opportunities, experi-

ences, and it’s going to be a lot of fun.”

Saskiw is also embracing the fact the Lloyd Exh is the only bi-provincial Ag society in the country as well as being the first female GM in the organization’s history, and is looking forward to working with her new team on both sides of the border.

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Exh announces new leads FROM PAGE 1

“I didn’t even think about it until it was mentioned to me this morning and again, what an exciting time and I’m proud to say I’m the first female GM, it’s fantastic,” she said.

A proud farm girl herself, Saskiw is looking forward to the opportunity to blend her political experience with her passion for the ag industry.

Jackie Tomayer, who’s very familiar with the Exh as she spent her childhood showing horses, and is now very involved with almost every aspect of the organization after spending two years as its marketing manager, can’t wait to continue her professional journey with the Exh and is looking forward to seeing what the future brings.

“It feels really good,” she said.

“I’ve been a strong leader since I came, but it really came to light (during) COVID, and I really wanted to become a part of the future of this place, even more than I was, so assistant general manager fit well.

I’m excited to team up with Jenelle and build on what Mike has built, and take it to the next level.”

The assistant general manager is not only a new position for Tomayer, but also for the Exh, and the wellknown former marketing manager is looking forward to bringing her past experience to the table in a new way.

“I can have the insight into how our events are best marketed and where we can go with that, so I’m excited to team up with the new marketing person and get their fresh ideas, because marketing is something that’s ever-evolving,” she said.

“We can tackle way more (now).

We’re looking forward to branching out and tackling everything that Mike would want, carrying on his legacy, and building for the next 40 years.”

Sharing the astronomically long list of tasks associated with the GM role made perfect sense to all parties involved in the decision, and as Sidoryk put it, “Now they can focus on areas that need to be focused on to make improvements and betterments and continue the growth

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Mike Sidoryk, who announced his retirement after a 38-year career with the Lloyd Exh in February, was over the moon to announce the new GM and Assistant GM of the Exh at a press conference on Monday afternoon.

of this association. You can do that when you have more opportunities to diversify your thoughts and plans, so this is a great move and a great step forward.”

“This strong association now has some new leadership to take it forward into the future,” said Sidoryk.

“I think the direction of the board and staff is absolutely paramount, that we will continue to grow and prosper to support this whole region, and for me, it’s huge to be able to see what we have to go forward. I’m so excited about the whole process.

“We have the best interest of the community at heart when we make decisions to move forward. This association has been very progressive and a leader to support the growth of this industry.”

Sidoryk’s one piece of advice for Saskiw and Tomayer was to simply smile, work hard, and remember it’s relationships that build this industry, and it’s relationships that support this community.

“That’s what we strive to do, and we’ll continue to strive for going forward.”

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OTS tells feds help falls short Conservative MP Shannon Stubbs.

Stubbs noted rig activity dropped 92 per cent in the past two months, while thousands of oil and gas workers lost their jobs.

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Lloydminster’s Oilfield Technical Society president, Adam Waterman, speaks to a House of Commons Finance committee on May 28.

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Lloydminster’s Oilfield Technical Society (OTS) is urging the federal government to start delivering its promised COVID-19 economic response to save oil and gas jobs and businesses in the region.

OTS president, Adam Waterman, told a House of Commons Finance committee on May 28 he has yet to witness a plan for oil and gas from the Liberal government.

He likened his chance to speak as an S.O.S. for the industry that’s been in the area since the first well in 1934.

“In the five years prior to COVID-19, we lost an average of 600 jobs in direct employment per year – this is in a population catchment area of 80,000 people,” said Waterman in an opening statement.

He added, as for

COVID “there is no hyperbole that can adequately capture the nonexistence of economic activity currently.”

He says medium-size companies are down to donor work and equipment is being sold at auction to make payroll.

Waterman is a service rig coordinator for Baytex Energy and says his company has only logged 40 rig hours since March 27 during a period when they would normally have 17,000 hours.

“We are finding new depths of desperation daily,” he said.

Waterman says outside of the Canadian Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) and the Canadian Emergency Wage Subsidy, the industry here hasn’t experienced much help.

He says that’s witnessed by Alberta being inundated with applications to the Site Rehabilitation Program.

He says Canada’s energy regulator is also holding up a lot of shovel-ready projects that could get people back to work.

“The industry has not paused because of the virus,” he said, explaining the industry is stalled as it re-aligns with how long COVID19 is going to last and what the demand impacts of COVID are.

“However, the federal government waited until April 14 to announce anything industry-specific.”

The Liberals’ targeted support includes $750 million for methane reduction, $1.7 billion for orphan wells, the emergency wage subsidy and credit support from BDC and EDC. Recently, the Liberals have introduced the Large Employer Financing Facility (LEEF).

Waterman was one of seven witnesses to testify, including Lakeland

The industry has not paused because of the virus. However, the federal government waited until April 14 to announce anything industry-specific.

She asked Waterman and Tristan Goodman, president of the Explorers and Producers Association of Canada (EPAC) representing small oil and gas drillers, if they knew of any company that has accessed the federal credit plans, and the answer was none.

“On the debt issue, we’re still waiting on the liquidity program,” said Waterman, offering the example of Cardinal Energy that generates $3.5 million in tax revenue in the County of Vermilion River and Wainwright County.

He told the committee Cardinal is on a 30-day hold period for one of their credit facilities waiting for the details of this federal liquidity program.

Goodman was more conciliatory, noting the liquidity programs show a positive intent by the federal government.

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OTS urges feds to deliver on industry promises FROM PAGE 3

“We are hoping first

access will be granted to those programs. We

will lose significant jobs across this country if those programs can’t be accessed,” he said.

“It will be great to see the results and I also hope there will be transparency.”

Goodman says there are 30 companies he knows of that should qualify for the BDC, EDC and LEEF credit programs if qualifying conditions are reasonable.

Waterman says one of the main issues for OTS members with LEEF is the condition they are asking for in terms of monitoring greenhouse gases “far outstrips what even the large caps are doing” citing a committee presentation by Shell Canada on carbon reduction.

He says that’s adding a cost and companies can’t afford it.

“It would have been more direct to say oil and gas producers and service companies need not apply,” said Waterman.

Lakeland MP Shannon Stubbs speaks to a House of Commons Finance committe on May 28. Webinar screenshot

He also warns about the potential for equity conversion with LEEF loans threatens to make the federal government the largest shareholder in some of these companies.

Waterman says the problems with the methane emissions reduction program, “is y ou are not going t o take on debt to do something that you normally wouldn’t do.

“Our main goal here is survival, it is not

about hitting policy targets for the Liberal government.”

Goodman argued the program needs to be changed to a grant program to get it going.

Waterman says it demonstrates to him there was a whole lot of political bias in the federal program.

He also defended the industry from some criticism by B.C. and Quebec reps on the committee commenting on the impact of climate

change from projects like the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion.

“We’re a world leader in GHG reduction, in climate outcomes, in resource development involving all of our stakeholders. In a lot of cases, we are on the front line of reconciliation. The world and Canada needs us,” said Waterman.

“We’ve got a lot of good things going for us.

I feel a big bright future for us in this region.”

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Spreading positivity, when it’s needed most TAYLOR WEAVER

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If you’ve attended a charity function, walked through the LloydMall or had a night of dancing at the Lloyd Exh Fair over the past 12 years, then you’re most likely familiar with this man and his positive outlook on life.

John Derkach, who is the public relations officer for Midwest Mobile Patrols & Security Services, has been in the security business for roughly 33 years and has been working on and off in the Border City for over 12 years.

Positivity seeps from every one of Derkach’s pores, and as COVID19 changed the world as we know it in March, the man with the golden smile didn’t miss a beat, continued to work and spread as much positivity as possible to Border City residents.

“I’m the type of person where, if I can crack a joke and make people laugh on any given day, hey, I’m good,” he said on Saturday at Bud Miller All Seasons Park.

“We’re going to get through this, because we’re Canadian.

We’re all Canadian, and you know what, Canadians gotta look after Canadians, because we’ve been through hell and back as our forefathers have been. We have a good country, a free country, and a positive country. We’re going to go

places, but, we have to maneuver around this curve in the road the world is on right now.”

Derkach will be the first to point out there is a serious side to his job, but he’ll also be the first to admit life’s too short not to have a bit of fun.

“When people come in to wherever I’m working, I want them to feel comfortable because we’re the first person they see, so a friendly ‘hello’ and a joke can go a long way,” said the youthful 60-something-year-old, and self-proclaimed 23-year-old with a laugh.

“Going back, what helps me stay positive all of the time was my dad. My dad passed away five years ago and he was a really big inspiration in my life.

Everything he did he would say, ‘we’re going to get through this and we’re going to move on,’ no matter what the situation was, my dad always had

that positive attitude.

“He used to say ‘people who go through life with a positive attitude will end up going somewhere in life.”

Derkach uses this philosophy on a daily basis and has seen how contagious a simple smile or making someone laugh can be.

“My favourite part of the job is sharing a smile with someone,” he said.

“We have to continue to keep on learning, because each one of us can help improve the world we live in. Common sense and respect need to find their way back into the world. We don’t need what’s going on right now, we need common sense and respect.

“Everyone’s always saying there’s a light at the end of the tunnel, and that’s the

best way to look at life.”

A very proud Canadian of Ukrainian heritage, Derkach’s mission statement these past few months has been “We need to be there for our families, ou r f rie nd s , and o u r coworkers, and we need to get positivity where it should be, at the top of the scale. If we want to succeed as Canadians … if we can survive minus 50 we can survive COVID-19.”

“I love my job,” he said. “Whether it’s charity events, you name it, when you make people feel welcome, warm, and make people wanted, especially now, you need that.”

So, whether it’s on the street or while on duty, next time you see, Derkach say “hi” because he’s bound to bring a smile to your face.

John Derkach poses for a photo at Bud Miller All Seasons Park on Saturday.

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Subsidized housing available soon DALE LADOUCEUR SPONSORED ARTICLE

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A family reunification program, down payments on new homes, home repairs, rental supplements and offering housing 20 per cent below market rate or based on a fraction of the family’s gross income; that is Métis Housing.

Established in 1982, Métis Urban Housing Corporation, (MUHC), along with sister company Métis Capital Housing Corporation, (MCHC, founded in 2007), is the largest Indigenous-owned housing organization in Canada.

Métis Housing has always believed in a compassionate approach to housing supports and services.

Although the two sister companies are

focused on offering different programs and services, both are unified in their goal of supporting Alberta’s Indigenous families with secure, healthy homes.

When first meeting Marilyn Gladue it is easy to see why she has excelled for so long in an industry that sees high turnover rates, greeting you warmly but with an air of experience earned.

Gladue has been the Director of Housing for Edmonton and Rural North for Métis Urban Housing Corporation for over 10 years but has worked on the front lines of housing Indigenous people for over a quarter-century.

“I started at CMHC with a two-year stint before being hired on to Métis Urban Housing,” said Gladue.

Since its beginnings in 1982, Métis Urban Housing has grown

to become the largest Indigenous-owned and operated housing organization in Canada.

With the recent launch of four new home programs: Down Payme nt Assistance , Home Repair and two Rent Supplement Programs for families and students, they remain focused on assisting low and moderate-income families.

As Gladue spoke, email notifications chimed constantly.

Keeping one eye on messages she remained present for questions.

After asking how she managed to not burn out in such a demanding role, she explained the inspiration for her resiliency.

“Well, my first thought is; I love, love working with people,” she said.

“I was working in restaurants and with the public all the time.

I treasure my experiences today because it has helped me to learn about people and their challenges, their successes and the variety and difference of our people.”

Throughout her history in the housing industry, Gladue has helped many thrive because she is from their communities, knows their stories and remembers their faces.

She also has a thorough understanding of the impacts of an affordable housing shortage.

“The lack of affordable housing in this province is the biggest housing issue facing us.

(When a person outside of the Indigenous community), talks about subsidized housing, there needs to be a different view of it. We’re not giving needy families a hand-out, we’re giving them a hand-up.”

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Lakeland seeks support for student relief fund MERIDIAN SOURCE STAFF

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COVID-19 has dramatically changed the post-secondary landscape, and Lakeland College is taking action to support their students.

Students are in dire need of financial support to help them to start or continue their education.

Sixty-seven per cent of students are concerned about having no job prospects in the immediate future and 51 per cent believe they’ll have difficulty paying for tuition in the fall and keeping up with other bills and payments, according to a Statistics Canada Survey.

Lakeland College is committed to supporting its students

whose finances are hindered by the pandemic through a student relief fund.

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We’re asking the community to help us win $20,000 for our students and invest in their futures.

To help build the fund for bursary support, Lakeland is participating in the Great Canadian Giving Challenge.

“Through the Great Canadian Giving Challenge, Lakeland keeps students and their educational goals in focus and continues its mission to inspire lifelong learning and leadership

through experience, excellence and innovation,” said Stacey Ruller, development officer, External Relations.

“This fund will relieve some of the financial burden students face from limited summer employment opportunities.”

During the month of June, donations made to Lakeland’s student relief fund have the potential to help even more students wipe out financial uncertainty, thanks to the Great Canadian Giving Challenge.

For every dollar donated online, Lakeland will receive one entry toward winning a $20,000 campaign top-up to help more students.

“We’re asking the community to help us

win $20,000 for our students and invest in their futures,” said Ruller.

“Every dollar matters and every dollar will help our students.”

To make a significant impact in the lives of students struggling financially, please visit lakelandcollege.ca/student-relief and donate today.

The community can also learn more about the campaign and the impact of the student relief fund throughout June on Lakeland’s official social media channels. Search: Lakeland College.

The Great Canadian Giving Challenge is hosted by Canada Helps and was established to create awareness and generate funds in June since 2014.

Lloydminster Hospital outbreak status lifted SASKATCHEWAN HEALTH AUTHORITY

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The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) ended the outbreak declared at the Lloydminster Hospital on May 30.

Dr. Mandiangu Nsungu, Medical Health Officer, has declared the outbreak over after the standard 28 day period has passed after the onset of the last case that had

the potential to contribute to transmission in the Lloydminster Hospital.

Visitor restrictions remain in effect for Lloydminster Hospital as they are for all Saskatchewan health facilities.

The public is reminded that everyone needs to continue to take precautions to protect themselves, their families and everyone who lives in

the community.

COVID-19 is present in Saskatchewan and Alberta, and we all have a responsibility to minimize the spread of the disease.

Physical distancing is something that everyone needs to be doing all the time, every time, to reduce the spread of COVID-19.

It is also important for everyone to follow the guidelines for hand washing, social dis-

tancing and self-isolating shared by provincial and municipal governments to reduce the spread of COVID19 and protect our most vulnerable populations. Together we can make a positive difference in our community by reducing the spread.

For more information on COVID-19 visit the Government of Saskatchewan website: www.saskatchewan.ca/ COVID-19.

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The buzz from the Lloyd RCMP INSPECTOR LEE BRACHMANN OFFICER IN CHARGE, LLOYDMINSTER RCMP DETACHMENT

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It is my pleasure to be the first to kick off the Lloydminster RCMP’s new weekly column!

Each week, the Lloydminster RCMP will present a different topic written by different officers on issues directly impacting policing and commu nit y saf et y in Lloydminster.

Enhancing our communication with the community was something that was strongly raised at our town hall meetings in January.

Please know that we’ve heard you and are greatly looking forward to being more directly engaged with you.

To start off, I thought it was important to give a general idea of where the policing trends currently lie in Lloydminster for 2020.

First, I’ll speak to property crimes, which is our largest offence category. While we are currently seeing a modest overall increase in property crime in the city, we have seen

decreases in the areas of vehicle theft, theft over $5,000, and theft under $5,000. Areas in which we are trending higher include break and enters, frauds, and mischief to property (aka: vandalism).

While it is positive to see some areas trending downward, we are mindful of the noted increases.

I am also pleased to note we have seen a modest overall decrease in the person crimes category.

Additionally, the Lloydminster RCMP is currently seeing a very favourable decrease of just over 30 per cent in motor vehicle collision occurrences, which is very positive.

Please be mindful that as we progress through the year, some of these trends will change. Quite often, changes in trends may be correlated to the proactive actions our officers take in tackling identifiable issues.

The Lloydminster Detachment has four priorities for the current year, which includes engaging

with our communities, enhancing road safety, and ensuring the health and wellness of our employees so we can continue to effectively serve and protect the community.

Our largest priority is our crime reduction strategy. This includes taking a proactive, intelligencebased approach toward identifying crime trends, hot spot areas, and chronic offenders and then deploying resources toward those issues.

A significant aspect of crime reduction involves the police working with citizens to identify community concerns that the police can then address, in collaboration with our partners.

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Door-to-door property assesment reinspection now virtual MERIDIAN SOURCE STAFF

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The City of Lloydminster’s Assessment department will not be conducting its formal seasonal door-todoor property assessment reinspection due to COVID-19.

Instead, the 2020 reinspection will be conducted via an online form, letter mail or telephone.

Applicable property owners will receive additional details along with property specific identification, by mail on or after Friday, June 5, via CanFROM PAGE 8

The Lloydminster RCMP is also supportive of citizen-led initiatives, like Citizens on Patrol, as a way for the community and police to work collaboratively toward addressing key policing and community safety concerns.

Overall, we recognize that working with the community is going

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As a reminder, if you have any police-related questions that you’d like answered, please send them to the Meridian Source crew.

to be the best way to work toward a sustained reduction of crime, which will then enhance community safety.

Lloydminster is a great place to live,

work, and raise a family. While we are a safe city, there is always room for improvement. The Lloydminster RCMP is committed to enhancing community safety through

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The 2020 reinspection will be conducted via an online form, letter mail or telephone.

cond uc te d th i s y e a r , property owners are reminded an assessor will visit the property to photograph the exterior of the dwelling.

An interior inspection may be requested at a later date. Asses-

sors will have appropriate identification and will respect physical distancing guidelines.

Fo r mo re i nf o rma tion regarding the reinspection, please email assessor@lloydminster.ca.

ada Post.

Property owners will have 60 days to complete and return the form. Failure to comply will result in not being able to file an assessment complaint the following year.

While a face-toface survey will not be crime reduction.

As a reminder, if you have any police-related qu est ions t hat y ou ’d like answered, please send them to the Meridian Source crew (at taylor@meridiansource.ca with the subject line RCMP Questions).

We’ll make sure they get answered in future columns!

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SHA announces new visitation, masking guidelines

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he Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is expanding its criteria for compassionate reasons related to visitation restrictions.

The SHA established a Family Presence Expert Panel with patient and family advisors, along with public health and Infection Prevention and Control experts, to provide guidance on recommendations to support family presence during COVID-19.

“When the global pandemic hit Saskatchewan in March, our first priority was to physically protect our patients and residents from contracting COVID-19,” said SHA CEO Scott Livingstone.

“We needed to tightly control who was coming into our facilities given the potential consequences for our long-term care residents and our patients. That hasn’t changed. But we have also learned that we need find the right balance between physical safety and mental health and well-being. We have heard

that clearly from our residents, patients and families. So, together, we are trying to find the right path forward in the weeks and months ahead.”

Following the work of the expert panel, the new inclusions to compassionate care can be used immediately with full implementation planned for the coming week.

1. For residents in long-term care, quality of life considerations will now be used in addition to care needs to determine if these needs cannot be met without the support of a designated family member or support person.

In these situations, two family members/support people can be designated with one family/support person present at a time.

2. All critical care and intensive care patients are now included in the compassionate care definition (previously limited to those at high risk for loss of life) and family presence for palliative care has been expanded to facil-

itate two family members/support people being present at the same time.

3. Guidelines have also been revised to ensure that it is clear that there can be one family member or support person for inpatient, outpatient, emergency/urgent care patients who have specific challenges resulting in compromised comprehension, decision making or mobility due to disability or onset of a medical condition.

This could include mobility, hearing, speech including communication barriers, intellectual or mental health disability, and visual or memory impairment.

4. New guidelines have also been created to safely support outdoor visits with these visits NOT limited to one person at a time.

Decision tools have been created for care teams to assist with knowing when a patient or longterm care resident can have a family member or support person with them in person.

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Leeway from Lloyd: Re-opening weirdness STAFF WRITER GEOFF LEE

The re-opening of the economy has made for some interesting protocols at different retailers around town.

Some retailers greet customers with a security guard and a staff member offering hand sanitizer. Other stores have placed sanitizers at various locations as you follow their arrow

directions on the floor.

I don’t know about you, but I don’t look at the floor while shopping, except in the checkout lines and stepping on one of those social distancing circles.

Other stores direct customers with rope barriers, eye-level directional arrows

and the usual plastic shields at the point of sale counter.

Some of the plastic shields seem pointless with open space between the customer and salesperson by just a quick step to the left or right. In some stores, the fitting rooms are open, but shoppers are required to wear masks when trying on clothing.

Hand sanitizer is also provided before and after handling the clothes, and fitting rooms are cleaned

after each use.

I read in some stores, after clothes are handled, they are set aside for 48 hours and then steamed. In other stores, the fitting rooms are closed.

I went to a dentist’s office recently and had to phone in first from the parking lot and was assigned a given number. It was my turn to go in when a staff member stepped out and held up a sign with my number.

A few stores are still just offering curbside

pickup of orders.

National parks reopened on June 1 with no camping and hints some ro ad s c o u l d be reconfigured for social distancing.

Jasper wants everyone to wear masks and gloves, which makes me wonder why anyone would go there until things are back to normal.

Things look back to normal for global protesters over the recent death of George Floyd in the U.S., who don’t give a hoot about

Excuses I have heard MIDWEST MINUTE VERN McCLELLAND

A fair percentage of real estate is investorowned, and when the landlord wants to sell, buyers will seek to tour the property before making an offer.

Of course, tenants find this an inconvenience.

Some even act as if the owner should not enter or inspect the property.

This, of course, is a right of ownership and is enshrined in legislation.

Given proper notice, usually 24 hours, the owner or their designate, which includes real estate agents, can enter.

Now realtors respect the fact we are going into someone’s home, creating a disruption to their privacy, but we have a job to do.

Personally, I try to speak with the tenant as soon as a property is listed and establish some ground rules for both of us to follow.

For example, if there are young children in the home, I will restrict the showings to before bedtimes.

If the tenant is a shift worker, I try not to interfere with their sleep patterns.

But, at the end of the day, the cooperation needs to go both ways.

Honestly, I don’t expect tenant occupied homes to be kept to the same housekeeping standard as those with owners living in them. Sometimes, however, we are pleasantly surprised.

Te n a n t s o f i n v e s t o r owned properties should stop to think they may be auditioning for a new landlord and like dating, first impressions count.

Usually, we ask the owner to make the arrangement for us to show so there is direct accountability, but there are times when that duty falls to my staff or me.

As a result, I have heard my share of excuses. “My back is out; and I can’t get it ready.”

You probably shouldn’t use this reason in a small town if you plan to play slo-pitch that same night.

“I’ve been away and haven’t had a chance to clean.” Funny, your Facebook page says you are bored with being housebound because you been off work for several weeks now.

“My cat is sick.”

It must be a lingering illness because last week you told us it had just died and you were mourning its death.

“Don’t go into the basement bedroom, my teenager is sleeping in there.”

Well, at two in the afternoon on a school day, maybe they should come up for air?

We also run into the boyfriend who insists on telling my clients and me everything he sees as wrong with the property.

It appears his arms are not broken so I don’t know why he doesn’t change the burnt out light bulbs in the stairwell himself, cut the lawn, or take out the empty beer bottles.

In one two-storey house, I received a report from the showing realtor the smell of cat urine at the entrance was so strong she and her client refused to enter.

I checked the lease; pets were not allowed.

The owner was travelling out of the country, so I went for a look myself.

The tenant was fostering three large dogs plus at least five cats.

By the time she was evicted, and after an intense whole-property clean by professionals including furnace and ductwork, the laminate flooring on the main level had to be replaced due to urine seepage.

Apparently, the cats also used the furnace

vents to pee into.

This required varnishing to coat the interior of the ductwork below the floor.

Blacklight revealed the need to repaint several walls and the whole property was aired out for days just like it had been subjected to smoke from a fire.

There were also four hours of work raking up the dog doodoo in the back yard.

Of course, we have also seen our share of porn magazines, firearms, and drug paraphernalia.

Before the legalization of marijuana, my partner was showing a home in a small community to an incoming RCMP officer and his wife, only to discover a small collection of hash pipes and bongs on full display in the living room.

Smart move, Einstein!

I’m sure there were a few drive-bys by the local police in your future.

Yep, some days can be entertaining.

Vern McClelland is an associate broker with RE/MAX of Lloydminster and a partner is his family’s livestock operation. He can be reached at (780) 808-2700 or by email at vernmcclelland@remax.net

COVID-19 protocols about large gatherings.

Their racial-justice cause may be more important than COVID, but if the authorities aren’t going to enforce social d i sta nc i ng p r o to c o l s for them, why are the rest of us following them at this point.

It makes it seem all of these protocols have been a charade and that protesting citizens are taking back freedom and washing their hands from protocols.

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All in a day’s work

PRAIRIE WOOL HELEN ROW TOEWS

Grey clouds collected overhead as I bumped along the gravel road in dad’s old grain truck last week. I stared up at the darkening mass thoughtfully.

“Wonder if these windshield wipers work?” I mused aloud.

I’d been helping dad by taking several loads of oats to the cleaning plant in Lashburn.

We raise cattle, which means a grain truck doesn’t get much use on our farm, so it’d been a while since the old beast had been driven.

I rumbled along with the window down, taking in all the sounds of waterfowl, songbirds and smells of the countryside.

The scent of black poplar, its sticky sap warmed under the sun, has always been one of

my favourites, along with the smell of freshlyturned earth in nearby fields. All was well with the world.

And then it began to rain. At first it was only a few specks, but as it began falling in earnest, I located the switch and the wipers sprang to life.

Naturally, the wiper on the passenger side worked beautifully, cleaning away a winter’s worth of dust with a single swipe.

Mine, however, skimmed the surface fitfully, mixing dirt into sludge and spreading it evenly across.

With no way to see and nowhere to stop, I slid across the bench seat to the middle and drove for two miles squinting out one tiny spot that was clear. It was a bit tense.

For the next trip, Bill swapped them round and everything was fine, but it got me thinking back to my days driving a truck for Bulldog Corral Cleaning.

We had a strict routine each morning of cleaning all windows and mirrors and I should have remembered.

Nonetheless, other things happened on that job that made life tense.

I didn’t say anything at the time, having learned my lesson about voicing concerns around a pack of burly truck drivers, but I often held my breath as we slowly climbed almost vertical hills with a swaying load of muck, and sprayed it to the summer breeze.

I honestly don’t know which was worse: trying to climb a steep, grassy hill that’s been sprayed with slippery cow manure, or trying to drive down one without slithering all the way to the bottom.

Photo courtesy of Helen Toews One day I’d done just that.

We’d left ourselves a wide section of clear ground to travel on since, if tires are slicked up with manure, it’s impossible to get traction, but wind had carried the muck farther afield than I’d thought.

I was almost to the top of a mountainous hillside when the big duel wheels started to spin uselessly.

Braking was pointless; turning the truck to dry ground impossible. I held the wheel steady, as inexorably we slithered back downhill, gathering speed fast.

Heart in mouth I gazed into the rear view mirror as huge boulders I’d avoided on other trips swept past.

Then, the truck began turning sideways as it slid, and I envisioned hitting one of those

rocks and rolling over and over to my doom.

Ab r u p t l y , w e c ame to a shuddering halt at the bottom of the gorge and I slumped over the wheel. I was alive and the truck was okay.

Lloyd, one of the other drivers, was watching out his side window with huge eyes and an ashen face.

A few deep breaths later, I finished the job.

All in a day’s work.

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A marriage of a town and village WHISPERS OF THE PAST SANDRA L. BROWN

After years of heated debate, folks were finally presented with a February 1930 election.

The ballot’s question simply stated, “Are you in favour of the amalgamation of the Town of Lloydminster and the Village of Lloydminster, by reason of holding property therein, will only be permitted to record one vote and that vote in the Municipality in which the said Elector resides.”

There were two choices on the ballot; yes or no.

Both councils were so confident of the results they simultaneously advertised for a second vote to take place in April 1930 to elect the new council for the amalgamated town.

Topped off with Sas-

katchewan tea, Alberta coffee and Lloydminster home brew; folks celebrated in style as the town and village merged into one.

The banquet’s supper included an amalgamation salad “that contained almost everything”, spring salmon, turkey, pork roast, veggies and apple pie with ice cream.

On the appointed day, there was reason to celebrate as they commemorated the marriage of the town and village into one.

“Dearly beloved, we are gathered here to join together this Town and this Village in serious amalgamation.”

Political representatives from both provinces were present and those not able to

attend sent congratulatory letters.

Mayor Huxley extended appreciation to the Amalgamation Committee for their tireless work.

Of those present, most had witnessed the birth of Lloydminster, growth and challenges including the widespread destruction caused by multiple fires.

Huxley hoped it wouldn’t be long before there was another reason to celebrate; Lloydminster becoming a city.

Once in place, the new council would soon work on this next achievement.

One important question remained however.

In what province would they become a city in?

Little did they realize how this complex question would historically remain unanswered.

The M.L.A. for the Battleford constituency spoke of this area pro-

vincially changing from the North West Territories to Alberta and Saskatchewan in 1905.

Control of the natural resources was recently gained.

The oil sands would supply enough materials to make roads in Western Canada once an efficient means of transportation was found.

The Provincial Treasurer and Minister of Alberta Municipalities “considered the occasion was well worthy of two days’ celebration.”

He noted how travel had progressed from a 14-day trip over ungraded mud roads by wagon to that of four or five hours by train or car.

In his mind, there was no doubt as to what progress will look like in 25 years.

Everything pointed towards the town

File Photo becomi ng o ne o f th e best distributing points in the west with its cent r al l o c ati o n a nd si x railway lines.

This province was capable of supporting a large population where folks could settle and thrive.

I wonder if folks were fully aware of the significance of Lloydminster’s

amalgamation.

They were fortunate to have an active Board of Trade and strong community spirit.

Both would ensure the success of this new partnership.

Despite the many flirtations between the twin towns, they were ceremoniously brought together as one.

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Protecting Albertans from repeat offenders

MERIDIAN SOURCE STAFF

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The Alberta govern-

ment is introducing legislation to create an Alberta Parole Board

to ensure the province has a fairer, faster and more responsive justice system that reflects the values of Albertans and meets the needs of its communities.

If passed, Bill 18, the Corrections (Alberta Parole Board) Amendment Act, would create the Alberta Parole Board.

A provincial parole board would better prot ect Alber t ans, t heir loved ones and their property from repeat offenders, including parolees.

The g ove rnme nt is fulfilling a commitment to Albertans to better hold criminals responsible to protect public safety.

“Albertans expect, and deserve, a faster, fairer and more responsive justice system that holds criminals responsible,” said Premier Jason Kenney.

“Our government’s platform committed that we would ensure repeat offend-

ers, including parolees, are not able to revictimize them. This is an important part of getting a fair deal for Alberta, and of getting more Alberta and less Ottawa.”

The Alberta Parole Board would determine parole or early-release eligibility for those serving sentences in provincial correctional facilities, which are sentences less than two years.

Currently, Alberta contracts with the federal government to have the Parole Board of Canada make these determinations.

“Our government has heard loud and clear that Albertans want us to do everything we can to protect them, keep our communities safe and prevent people from being victimized,” said Justice Minister and Solicitor General Doug Schweitzer.

“By creating an Alberta Parole Board, Alberta is taking con-

trol of a key component of the administration of justice in this province. It will help end the ‘revolving door’ justice system and will be more in touch with the current realities facing law-abiding Albertans who are frustrated with a justice system that does not make them feel secure and protected.”

The Alberta Parole Board would also supervise provincial parolees through: - Community probation officers, with localized knowledge and ties to the community in which they work, who will closely monitor offenders released on parole from provincial correctional facilities.

- Provincial correctional centre caseworkers and probation officers who will continue to do much of the same work for the Alberta Parole Board that they already do for the federal parole board.

If passed, the government plans to have the

Premier Jason Kenney.

File Photo Alberta Parole Board in place and operating starting Jan. 1, 2021.

“RMA has consistently expressed concerns regarding the impacts that repeat offenders have on police services and the justice system in rural Alberta,” said Al Kemmere, president, Rural Municipalities of Alberta.

“The creation of the Alberta Parole Board is intended to offer solutions to the current ‘catch and release’ system, contributing to increased safety for our rural communities through responsive oversight.”

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Steelers’ Esso Cup hosting duties postponed JAMIE HARKINS

WRITER

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Sacrifices must be made to ensure the greater good prevails.

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Hockey Canada has been great to deal with as far as communication on their end and Prince Albert was very gracious and very thankful for the opportunity to host in 2021.

The Lloydminster PWM midget AAA Steelers have come to an agreement with Hockey Canada and the Prince Albert Northern Bears about postponing their hosting duties of the Esso Cup national championship tournament until spring 2022.

The Steelers had been scheduled to host the finals, which brings together five regional title holders plus the home club, from April 18 to 24, 2021.

The Northern Bears will now welcome the regional champions to Prince Albert during those dates.

They had originally been scheduled to host the tournament this past April, but lost the chance due to Hockey Canada cancelling the

remainder of the season at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic on March 13.

“Hockey Canada has been great to deal with as far as communication on their end and Prince Albert was very gracious and very thankful for the opportunity to host in 2021,” said Ryan Sklapsky, Lloydminster Esso Cup organizing committee co-chair.

“We’re more than grateful to host in 2022.”

Sklapsky said talks between the three parties began in late March.

He said the Steelers were also in contact with members of Lloydminster’s municipal government to keep them up to date on everyone’s feelings prior to Hockey Canada’s rescheduling announcement on May 29.

“Sponsorship wise, visitor wise, people wise, it’s nice having (the 2021 Lloydminster Saskatchewan Summer Games and the Esso Cup) spaced out instead of having them three months apart,” he said.

“The chance to generate interest, volunteers and sponsorship packages within the community, plus having basically a two-year window here to bounce back after the COVID

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Former and prospective Lloydminster PWM midget AAA Steelers players, from left, Camille Scherger, Madison Cole, Olivia Mann, Madelyn Mann, Stephanie Fischer and Neisha Germann helped announce the Border City as host of the 2021 Esso Cup last August.

pandemic hopefully has passed, will benefit the Esso Cup in 2022.”

Previous Esso Cup tournaments have brought upwards of a $1,000,000 economic boost to the host community through sponsorship, ticket sales and spin-offs from the parents, players and fans taking advantage of local hotels, restaurants and shops.

An opportunity to host this prestigious championship also tends to grow the game as it gets more girls interested in the sport and involved in female hockey.

“The ’03 group, the third-year midgets, they are the ones I feel for the most because it is their Grade 12 year, it was their chance to host a national championship in their backyard in front of family and friends, and it would have been a nice way to end their minor hockey careers before they go off to play post-secondary,” said Sklapsky.

“On the other hand, the ’04 group, the second-year midgets, I think there is a little more excitement for some to them to try and crack the roster this year in order to hope-

fully try and retain that spot to be on the Esso

Cup hosting team in 2022.”

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Living in the digital world SPORTS EDITOR JAMIE HARKINS

This is just an update

on my recent pursuits into the world of digital communication.

I hav e n ev er F ace-

Timed someone. Nor have I Zoomed or Skyped.

I also maintain zero interest in creating a TikTok video. The benefits of Instagram are unknown to me.

I do have a Twitter account and a Facebook page. The former is depressive at best and I completely ignore the latter.

In fact, if it wasn’t f or w or k, I pr obably wouldn’t even be two for seven. I had shut down my Facebook page before moving to Davidson for a reporter job only to realize it was needed to find the latest info on what the local school had planned.

And, my former editor at the Estevan Mercury forced me to start a Twitter account in order to tweet the goings-on at Bruins games.

It’s an interesting conundrum. I need Facebook to do my job even though it’s partly responsible for the destruction of my pro-

fession. Oh well, at least Twitter has finally started fact-checking the Donald.

I do have a CBC News app on my phone. Does that count for something?

This isn’t to say I don’t believe in the benefits of technology. Platforms such as Zoom have allowed many segments of our society to carry on during this pandemic.

For the past two years, I’ve been taking University Transfer classes at Lakeland College during my spare time in an effort to one day gain a Bachelor of Education after-degree and move into the teaching profession. I completed my 13th University Transfer course, Post-Confederation Canada, this past Friday.

The last in-person class I attended was an Earth Sciences lab on March 12. Like everything else, the college went to a work-fromhome model the next day.

It was amazing how quickly the transition to virtual classrooms came about. We were all back at our studies watching the lectures and interacting with the professors and fellow students only five days after the shutdown.

As an added benefit, it’s a little less awkward sitting among kids 20 years my younger in a virtual classroom than it is in the real thing.

However, the chance to interact with these 18, 19 and 20-year-olds did give me the chance to see firsthand how smart, kind and hardworking our younger generation is.

The sports world has also seen the benefits of technology. I recently read a great article by TSN’s Frank Seravalli about how hockey players are using Zoom to work on their game.

And, Hockey Alberta has been putting Hockey At Home videos on Twitter and their website featuring athletes Ali Stead, Dayna Owen, Jake Neighbours and others who give out pointers to kids on how

they can improve their game off the ice.

I’m not sure how long we’re going to be sticking to digital learning.

There is still no word from Hockey Canada about the upcoming season, but some summer sports including baseball can see a light at the end of the tunnel.

Some schools around the country have opened under strict conditions already. While other institutions like the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology, Concordia University of Edmonton and Red Deer College have announced the majority of fall semester classes will be conducted online.

There has also been no word from the Alberta College Athletic Conference about the upcoming season as of this writing.

No matter what Lakeland College decides, I plan to head back for one more year.

I also recommend the school to anyone, young or old like me, interesting in pursuing postsecondary education.

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Virginia will be lovingly remembered by her children: Glenn, Bridget, and Laura, her grandchildren, great grandchildren, as well as many other extended family members and friends.

She was predeceased VIRGINIA LONG by her loving husband Virginia was born of 49 years, (Walter); March 7, 1941, in brother, (George); and Weirdale SK. It is with her parents: (Arlene great sadness we and George). announce her Virginia had a great passing on May 23, sense of humour, 2020, at the age of loved to dance, listen

to music, mingle with friends, she had a keen eye for fashion, and enjoyed the sport of curling. She is lovingly remembered as a pied piper of children, often supplying home baked treats, playing hockey, or teasing and playing tricks.

Virginia loved her family fiercely, and would find any way to bring them together.

She will always be remembered for her stubbornness and

pride; but even more so for her generosity, loving embrace, and dependability.

A private family service was held, when current conditions improve, a memorial will be organized for friends and family.

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AMUNDRUD: Agnes Amundrud went to be with the Lord on May 14th, 2020 at the Jubilee Nursing Home, Lloydminster, Sk. at the age of 91 years. She passed away in her sleep of natural causes, seemingly peacefully. Just a few days ago, family members talked by telephone to her for Mother’s Day. She was quite coherent and jovial as usual.

Because of Covid-19 we were not allowed to physically visit her for the last few months.

However, she remained upbeat and seemed to enjoy her days.

Mom was born in Lloydminster, Sk. on Sep. 16th, 1928. She was the second oldest sibling of seven born to William and Annie

Anderson. She was predeceased by her husband Tommy, brother Billy, and sisters Mary, Reta and Barbara and infant great grandson Johnny. She is survived by her children Irvin (Joanna) of Victoria, B.C., Glen (Linda) of Lloydminster, Marilyn of Chilliwack, B.C. and Don (Linda) of Lloydminster, fifteen grandchildren, thirty-eight great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren, also sisters Dorothy and Edith and numerous friends and relatives.

Mom was raised on a farm in the Furness district south of Lloydminster, where her son Glen and Linda are presently farming. She was taught how to work hard. She did her share of stooking and forking bundles into the threshing machine. She milked cows by hand and other chores. She loved to break the horses to ride until one too many close encounters occurred.

Mom rode horseback, walked or skiied to attend Rugby school.

She got the prize for not missing a day of school for seven consecutive years. She went to high school in Lloydminster and took normal school in Saskatoon. She began teaching in a one room school, grades one to ten at the young age of 17. She taught in Lucky Lake, Borden and Greenwood, SK. Mom met Dad, Tommy Amundrud, when he was on a leave from the army and after the war things got more serious after meeting again at a local dance.

They married on July 7th, 1949; went to check into a room in North Battleford that Dad had reserved, but all the rooms were taken so they spent their first night in the hotel lobby.

They honeymooned in Waskesiu, Sk. They were blessed with a son, Irvin, in 1950, then I, Glen, another son was born in 1952, and a daughter, Marilyn, in 1954 and finally another son Don in 1956. They farmed in the Tangleflags district until 1978. Mom taught

school in Hillmond from 1965 to 1974, then in Frenchman Butte. They retired and moved to Chilliwack, B.C. in 1979.

Mom knew how to give you a look in a way that made you feel like you could have done better without having to say anything. She set a good example to follow.

I don’t recall her ever getting angry enough to raise her voice.

Between raising four kids, helping with the milking and farming and teaching school, it didn’t leave much spare time to relax.

She enjoyed her early retirement. Dad was 11 years older and they retired when Dad was 62. Mom was coming 51 at the time. She said early retirement was the best thing they ever did. She did not like shovelling snow so the weather in Chilliwack was great.

Mom said she became a Christian and accepted Jesus in the early 1970s. She loved the hymns. She talked me into driving her and Irvin to a Charles Enloe Gospel meeting where

I, Glen, also was introduced to the good news of Jesus and became a Christian.

Mom was a big supporter of all her family and extended family. Ready and willing to go the extra mile. The more around the table the merrier.

We couldn’t have had a better mother. She will always be loved and missed but is now enjoying living in the presence of God in that glorious paradise called Heaven.

Due to the present restrictions and distancing rules a private family service was held.

Officiant – Glen Amundrud Personal tributes were given by Agnes’ Family – Irvin, Don, (Marilyn’s was read by Don), Amanda and (Gary’s, Daryl’s, Lorilyn’s and Sheri’s was read by Glen).

Musicians – Gary Amundrud, Daryl Amundrud, Sheri Amundrud and Lorilyn Brassington.

Pallbearers – Grandchildren – Dean Amundrud, Amanda Amun-

drud, Lindsey Eaton, Arlis Howard, Gary Amundrud, Daryl Amundrud, Lorilyn Brassington and Sheri Amundrud.

Internment was held at Lloydminster City Cemetery.

CARD OF THANKS Thank you to her Doctors, Nurses and the staff at Jubilee Nursing Home in Lloydminster. We so appreciate everything you have done for Mom over these past years.

Thank you to Glenn McCaw and McCaw Funeral Service for their professional help and caring service.

Donations in memory of Agnes Amundrud may be made to LRHF-Jubilee Home Patient Comfort Fund or to the donor’s charity of choice. The service was videotaped by Laura Lights Photography.

God Bless You All. Irvin and Joanna Amundrud and family Glen and Linda Amundrud and family Marilyn Howard and family Don & Linda Amundrud and family

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December 22 – January 19 This is an excellent time to apply for a loan or consolidate your debts. Don’t hesitate to knock on your boss’ door and ask for a raise.

They won’t refuse you this week.

AQUARIUS

January 20 – February 18 New challenges are on the horizon and possibly some new beginnings. You may prepare to go back to school or take steps to develop your spiritual side.

PISCES

February 19 – March 20 Your health may be an obstacle this week.

You’ll need to take time to find the right doctor or treatment to improve your quality of life, but you won’t have to wait long to see results.

ARIES

March 21– April 19 You’ll expand your professional network and social circle this week. You’ll also succeed in mixing business with pleasure.

TAURUS

April 20 – May 20 You’ll work on a demanding project that’ll be profitable in the long run. Be patient.

Prosperity is overdue, but it’s coming.

GEMINI

May 21 – June 21 A course taken over the summer will provide you with additional qualifications in your field.

You may take a trip that broadens your outlook and improves your self-esteem.

CANCER

June 22 – July 22 If there’s tension in your relationship, you’ll start to look for a concrete solution. Quality time with your partner is important. Make sure not to bring problems home from the office.

LEO July 23 – August 22 If you’re single, a bold stranger will invite you on a trip around the world. Proficiency in another language will prove valuable on a business trip. Weigh all the pros and cons before making a decision.

VIRGO

August 23 – September 22 Expect to start projects with a lot of details that take a long time to sort out. You may be offered a long-awaited promotion that’ll be a great source of pride.

LIBRA

September 23 – October 22 Your charisma will ensure you’re loved, supported and followed wherever you go.

You’ll suggest a venture at work or at home, and everyone will be on board.

CROSSWORD

SCORPIO

October 23 – November 21 Your kids and their school activities will require a lot of attention and involvement this week. You’ll get the green light from the bank to finance a property and some major renovations.

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