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Chamber starts ‘business-led’ recovery GEOFF LEE
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.................................. It will still be business as unusual for the Lloydminster Chamber of Commerce as it begins another year of operations during COVID-19. The Chamber held its annual general meeting via Zoom on Tuesday, a year after the pandemic postponed the 2020 meeting to a fall virtual AGM. “I want to compliment the Chamber of Commerce on how they’ve pivoted this past year so well,” said Lloydminster Mayor Gerald Aalbers in his opening remarks. Aalbers cites the live streaming of the Chamber’s Business Excellence Awards, held at three different restaurants last fall, as an example of pivoting for the moment. “This was not a normal year to say the least,” added Chamber president Paul MelroseWyatt. “The COVID-19 pandemic has made this year especially challenging for everyone.
We are very proud of the work the Chamber of Commerce network has done for businesses across Canada.”
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The COVID-19 pandemic has made this year especially challenging for everyone. We are very proud of the work the Chamber of Commerce network has done for businesses across Canada.
He says locally, the Chamber has been busy advocating on bi-provincial issues, trying to ensure new COVIDrelated government programs meet the business needs of the Border City. Melrose-Wyatt said they are pleased the Government of Saskatchewan has allowed for its tourism and events grant to be eligible for all of Lloydminster.
However, it was noted Alberta’s Small and Medium Enterprise Relaunch Grant is only available for Alberta businesses in the city. The Canadian Chamber of Commerce, headed by Perrin Beatty, has been advocating for financial supports for business including wage and rent subsidies during the pandemic. “We know that businesses across Canada have been struggling amid this global pandemic,” said Beatty in a prepared video presentation for the AGM. “As the first quarter of 2020 nears an end, Canada still faces powerful headwinds.” He says COVID19 numbers are fluctuating, restrictions on our activities remain, a third wave is threatening and many small businesses have exhausted their resources. “Our job is to develop the business plan to conquer COVID-19,” said Beatty. He says the COVID-
1 9 R e cove r y Le ad e r ship Council of business leaders will help develop practical solutions to reduce and eliminate COVID-19 from Canada. Beatty says it will pave the way for a business-led economic recovery, noting the Lloydminster Chamber is already doing that by reviving the Think Lloyd First campaign. He says 12 partner organizations have joined in the movement and the community is embracing the shoplocal message this campaign brings. Beatty also says we won’t go back to the ways things were. “As an example, Canada has adopted nearly a decade’s worth of digital transformation in less than a year, drastically changing the way businesses work and react with their customers,” he said. Serena Sjodin, executive director of the Lloydminster Chamber, alerted members to an upcoming federal shop-local program
Chamber president Paul Melrose-Wyatt. Photo courtesy of Nicole Noyce Photography funded through provincial Chambers. “More information will be available on this program on April 1,” said Sjodin following her report on activities since the fall AGM. Looking ahead, she says they hope to hold their golf tournament in May or June while also resuming the search for a new office and hosting normal business awards and Christmas Craft Fair this fall. Melrose-Wyatt also voiced hope for a loosening of regulations as the vaccine rollout gains traction.
“The challenges ahead of us will be, what does recovery look like and how do we ensure our economy in Lloydminster is made a priority?” he said. The AGM also announced MelroseWyatt and vice-president Jody Herbus will extend their terms for another 12 months, joined by newly added second vice-president Blaine Stephan. Business leaders Jon Rokochy and Ma r i a K o k o na s w e r e appointed to the board bringing the membership to 12.
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Weekly organics collection to resume April 5
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The City of Lloydminster resumes weekly organics collection on Monday, April 5 for the more than 8,300 Lloydminster properties are on the curbside collection program. The City observes an
80 per cent increase in organic waste during spring and summer, creating the need for a proportionate seasonal waste schedule. Since 2013, the organic curbside collection has diverted over 13,400 tonnes from the landfill.
The seasonal schedule adjustment increases efficiency and addresses the large disparity in collection seen between the seasons. Fo r mo re i nf o rmation, including zoning maps and collection schedule, visit Lloydminster.ca/curbside.
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Ecoplast unleashes shelter for SPCA the boxes, so it’s fantastic.” Rogers says the building is essentially maintenance-free as far as the panelling and roofing go, and will be easy for SPCA to clean with nonporous flooring.
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TBar1 teamed up with Ecoplast Solutions to deliver a canine-isolation shed they donated to the Lloydminster and District SPCA. The unit has windows and a door on the other side. TBar1 provided a crew and a picker truck for the move at no cost. GEOFF LEE
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.................................. E co pl a s t S o l ut i on s has gone to the dogs. The Lloydminster construction company donated one of its buildings made from 100 per cent recycled plastic bottles to the Lloydminster and District SPCA. The 10 by 12 ft. building was delivered on site by a TBAR1 crew last Thursday, with SPCA executive director Danika Bodnarchuk on hand to talk about it. “We’ll be using it as an isolation space for animals that come in from areas where we frequently see Parvovirus distemper, which is often fatal to dogs,” said Bodnarchuk. She says it will protect the population of dogs inside the shelter and adequately isolate them in what amounts to a second housing unit for the organization. “It’s the next best thing to a new building for us,” she said. She is thinking of naming it the Ecoplast Solutions Isolation Ward or something to that effect, to recognize the building as a gift the new business wanted to provide to a non-profit in Lloydminster. “It’s unbelievable and we’re so grateful for it. It will really save the lives of dogs in our community,” said Bodnarchuk. “It’s a huge blessing
and we so grateful they selected us as the candidate to build a shelter for.” Ecoplast’s managing partner, Kelly Rogers, sent emails earlier in the year to nonprofits that might like a structure, asking for requests for proposals. The SPCA was chosen for their request for an isolation shelter. “They had kind of the perfect use for it that aligned with the building that we were looking to provide, “ said Rogers. “We are pretty fortunate to be able to give back so soon in our business development stage, but we feel it was needed and it’s
a win-win for everyone involved.” The SPCA structure is f ramed wit h insu lated structural panels made from about 29,000 recycled plastic bottles. The electrical is also roughed in for heat and power to meet the basic building requirements the SPCA asked for in their request to Ecoplast. “We needed one that had enough space that was big enough to house the dogs humanely, something we could have electricity for so we could heat and cool it, as well as a window for light,” said Bodnarcuk. “This checked off all
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It’s unbelievable and we’re so grateful for it. It will really save lives of dogs in our community. It’s a huge blessing and we so grateful they selected us as the candidate to build a shelter for.
“These buildings that we make that are portable, you can lift them with anything. They are lightweight, said Rogers. The TBar1 picker truck and a 25-tonne crane made quick work loading and unloading the 1,200 lb shed with a steel skid on it. “We are really thankful that they’ve been able to help us out with this. Their sup-
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been able to do it without them,” said Rogers.
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Wellings all about independent living GEOFF LEE
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The next inclusive neighbourhood in Lloydminster could be single-storey row houses for 55-plus seniors seeking an independent lifestyle. Ontario-based developer, Nautical Lands Group (NLG) has purchased a 6.35-hectare site at 72 Avenue and 29 Street in Parkview Estates for its Wellings of Lloydminster rental houses for seniors. The City of Lloydminster wrapped up its Your Voice public comment period on the proposal on March 26 as the initial planning yardsticks move forward. “Technically, we’re moving along really well,” said NLG’s vice president of development Peter Gregor in an update on March 19. “It’s still in the early planning stages talking about what we want to build, confirming the roads; there’s a fair bit of work we have to do.” He says they hope to get through the initial planning stages shortly to get underway with the site work so they can get the first houses under construction in 2022. The project profile and conceptual drawings are posted on the city’s website. The city aims to rezone the site from low-density to mediumdensity to accommodate the project. Area Structure Plan amendments also include provisions for the opportunity of commercial development at 7202 34 St., located at the northeast corner of 75 Ave and 34 St. Gregor says if all goes
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The City of Lloydminster has posted planning changes to allow for the development of 200 rental houses for 55-plus seniors in Parkview Estates. Nautical Lands Group has purchased land at the corner of 72 Ave. and 29 St. for its proposed Wellings in Lloydminster community for independent living.
well, people could be moving in next summer with the full development of about 200-rowhouses phased in over the next few years. NLG has been developing retirement housing in Ontario for years and is branching out into Alberta with an apartment complex in Calgary and townhouses in mind for smaller places like Lloyd. “We did a review across Alberta and Lloydminster was one of the towns we looked at and said ‘there is a need for this type of seniors housing’ and we like the community,” explained Gregor. He says their market study reveals a need for 338 independent living units in the city and up to 560 units in the next nine years. “What we’re planning at Wellings is retirement housing, but we’re not a retirement residence. It’s really unique that way,” said Gregor. “It’s truly 55-plus housing for inde-
pendent people and seniors. They might not want to be in their own large home or living on a farm anymore—they want to have things taken care of.” He says the benefit of their lease is it allows seniors to live in a small house instead of an apartment without having to do any maintenance, yard work or snow clearing. Each unit has its own driveway with a carport in some plans, along with a front and back yard and a back porch or deck. “The other side of what we offer is that it’s in a like-minded community. It’s a group of houses with all the same type of people living in them,” said Gregor. The community will include a 6,500 sq. ft central clubhouse for social gatherings, recreation and fitness programs. “If people stay socially and physically fit, that helps them get a longer life too. That’s
a big part of our philosophy is staying active,” said Gregor. The City has erected a couple of billboard plans at the proposed Wellings location. Gregor says the Parkview Estates site fits the project requirements of NLG to a tee. “We looked all around and it just seemed to suit our needs. It was a nice size piece of property,” said Gregor. “We’ll get quite a few houses in there. The more houses we can get, the better we can set the social programs for them with the clubhouse and things like that,” he said. Wellings is also within walking distance to amenities and a senior care facility as NLG was looking for. Gregor notes they usually build about 50-60 houses in each phase with local tenders part of the protocol of their construction division. CONTINUED ON PAGE 6
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Operation H.O.P to support local Salvation Army TAYLOR WEAVER
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It wouldn’t be Easter in the Border City without like-minded individuals in the community wanting to give back. Operation H.O.P (Help Our People), is a one-day event geared towards raising funds to purchase in-demand grocery items for the Lloydminster Salvation Army. Community members are invited to the Lloydminster Co-op Marketplace on Thursday, April 1 and make a $10 or $20 contribution to the till. “We’re all feeling the effects of the pandemic’s one-year anniversary, and it’s particularly evident when we connect with local charities and non-profits,” said Chase Scarf, Lloyd Co-op’s vice president of operations. “Operation H.O.P.
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Typically, we’d host an in-store event, but this year we’re asking our community to consider safely supporting during their regular weekly grocery shop.
was created to offer a COVID-safe opportunity for our community to support the work of Lloydminster Salvation Army over the Easter season. Typically, we’d host an in-store event, but this year we’re asking our community to consider safely supporting during their regular weekly grocery shop.” Funds will be used to purchase items including easy-to-make items like soup, macaroni
and cheese, instant porridge, and more. These items will be distributed to local senior citizens, youth, and children through Lloydminster Salvation Army’s community programming. H.O.P. is a joint innitiative put on by the Lloydminster and District Co-op, the Lloydmisnter RCMP, and 106.1FM The Goat. “The Lloydminster RCMP are happy to support this event, which will help feed those in need,” said Const. Melanie Flynn (CPVS). “The RCMP recognize the strength and generosity of Lloydminster’s residents, and want to acknowledge the positive impact events like this have on our city. We cannot wait to do our part on April 1 by supporting Operation H.O.P.” CONTINUED ON PAGE 6
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Cenovus issues more merger layoffs GEOFF LEE
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.................................. A second round of layoffs has taken place at Cenovus Energy
since the company’s acquisition of Husky Energy at the beginning of the year. Layoff notices were
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handed out on March 16 as the Calgary-based company rolls out its acquisition plan in 2021 to cut 20-25 per cent of the combined workforce of approximately 8,600 employee and contractors. Cenovus hasn’t disclosed the number of employees cut in the latest round, but the NDP pegged the number at 1,000 workers in a statement from party leader Rachel Notley on March 17. “Layoffs are always difficult news and these are especially painful given the uncertainty that all Albertans have about our economic future,” said Notley. Cenovus confirms the most recent workforce reductions are part of the total num-
Cenovus offices in downtown Calgary. File Photo ber they indicated when the transaction was announced last fall. “There has been no
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change to this expected number range,” said Cenovus in a statement. “We aren’t providing any additional details.”
“The Salvation Army Lloydminster is appreciative of the generosity we have received from the people of Lloydminster and area,” said Major Bond Jennings, community ministries officer, Salvation Army Lloydminster. “We are excited for Operation H.O.P. and we are most grateful for the support of the Lloydminster RCMP, 106.1 FM The Goat and Lloydminster Co-op
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“The majority would be trades, so electricians and plumbers— we would look to local trades to hire and it can be quite a few on a project of this size,” said Gregor. “It all depends on the firms that step up and want to bid on the project.”
Marketplace. Our thanks to you for helping us in ‘giving hope today.’” Evan Degenhardt, general manager/content manager with 106.1 FM The Goat said, “Eating three balanced meals a day shouldn’t be a luxury. But for some people in our community, going without those basic food needs is an everyday reality. “No one should go to bed hungry or arrive at school with an
Gregor says a project like Wellings is good for the economy because it brings more people into the community for independent lifestyle housing. “They can downsize from whatever they’re living in now and live in a community that takes care of a lot of their needs and they have a
empty stomach. The entire Goat Team is honoured to partner in this event. Without our community, we would not be able to do what we do. Let’s do our part and help our people this Easter season.” Don’t forget to join the Lloydminster and District Co-op, the Lloydminster RCMP and 106.1FM The Goat from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. next Thursday to better our community.
social environment to enjoy and be active, “he said. He says Wellings will also be good for the local real estate market with 55-plus homeowners able to move in and rent after selling their houses. “It helps to provide an opportunity for other people to buy houses
in the local area,” said Gregor. The average cost of a lease at Wellings is expected to be about $2,000 a month. “It depends on once we get through all our development plans and we know all our costs— that’s what you have to dictate for rent,” explained Gregor.
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Lobsterfest on Rotary’s community hot plate
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.................................. The annual Lobsterfest fundraiser for the Rotary Club of Lloydminster is being kept on simmer. The club cancelled the upcoming 41st annual event in 2020 due to continuing challenges with COVID and a possible drivethru mini-event this year, but it will be back on the social calendar sooner or later. That’s what club pres-
ident Darryl Benson told members following a guest Zoom presentation on Monday. “Obviously, we can’t do a traditional one this year,” said Benson. The event is typically held in the first week of May with current COVID restrictions nixing this year’s date too. Benson says the executive also decided against a drive-thru Lobsterfest after running it by people in the community, the club,
the Lloyd Ex and other clubs that have done these takeout food events. “I know there was a really successful one in Leduc last summer, but restaurants were closed back then and now that restaurants are open, we need to support them,” explained Benson. “We want to be the first organization to have the first large function or gathering when things open up
truly, whether that’s this fall or we have to wait until to next spring.” Benson says the people in the community that he has spoken to are excited about the possibility of an in-person event and were a big part of the decision to go this route. “So listen for that over the upcoming weeks and months, hopefully, sooner than later, but time will tell,” said Benson.
Lloyd RCMP arrest dangerous driver after collision at hospital MERIDIAN SOURCE STAFF
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On March 17 at approximately 8:50 p.m., Lloydminster RCMP members were alerted to a report of a theft of a vehicle from outside a business near 50th Avenue and 44th Street. Police received numerous calls from the public about the stolen vehicle in the minutes after this, as it was travelling at a high rate of speed throughout the city. During this time, Police received additional information that the suspect vehicle had
been involved in a collision by driving into the front entrance of the Lloydminster Hospital, causing considerable damage. Staff members at the scene were able to point out the driver to police, and a 40-yearold male from Lloydminster was taken into custody. No staff or members of the public attending the hospital were injured as a result of the incident. Lloydminster RCMP continue to investigate this matter, and charges are pending against the male suspect.
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Giving non-profits more freedom to care
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New provincial legislation would make it easier for non-profit organizations to support their communities in times of need. Bill 58, the Freedom to Care Act, would make it easier for non-profits to access exemptions, allow Alberta’s government to grant new onetime regulatory exemptions and provide individual volunteers with liability protections. Non-profits and charitable organizations are governed by regulations, just like businesses. However, regulations for commercial purposes can prevent non-profit organizations from addressing immediate needs in their communities. “Non-profits have helped Albertans make it through some of our
province’s worst challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Minister of Culture, Multiculturalism and Status of Women Leela Sharon Aheer. “This legislation would ensure they can deliver the services Albertans need in a timely manner while encouraging more volunteers to step forward and serve their community.” Non-profits provide crucial supports to Albertans, and will be key to Alberta’s recovery and reinvigorating our communities. To help non-profits to perform social good, several exemptions to regulations currently exist. For example, there are exemptions to limit liability for civil society organizations that accept donated food. These organizations
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need to focus on helping people instead of navigating complicated regulations. If passed, a central website will be developed to help non-profits identify and access these exemptions for their organizations. “The Freedom to Care Act will be very beneficial to organizations like ours,” said pastor, Strathmore Overnight Shelter Elizabeth Karp. “It will help save lives and allow quicker responses to emergency situations, as well as provide more protection for our volunteers. These changes demonstrate the Government of Alberta’s commitment to supporting our communities and Alberta’s non-profit sector.” To ensure successful implementation, the minister of Culture, Multiculturalism and Status of Women will
also report annually to cabinet on the outcome of exemption requests and when new exemp-
tions may be needed. This will ensure the provisions of the act are producing the expected
results, meeting the needs of communities and not putting Albertans at risk.
Lloyd RCMP seek information on break and enter to business MERIDIAN SOURCE STAFF
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The Lloydminster RCMP is seeking the assistance of the public to solve a recent break and enter to a commercial business. Sometime in the early morning hours of March 1, a lone male attended the Atrium Center, located on 49 Street, and proceeded to break in using tools. The male was wearing a distinguishable jacket which was grey, blue and black in colour, as well as gloves and a full face mask. The male entered the building where he caused additional damage and commit-
Supplied Photo ted theft. If you have any information about this matter, please contact the Lloydminster RCMP at 780-808-8400, or your local police. If you wish to remain anonymous,
you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-2228477 (TIPS) , online at www.P3tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play store.
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COVID-19 vaccine booking eligibility is once again being expanded in the province of Saskatchewan. As of March 24 at 8 a.m., eligible groups will be expanded to include all individuals 65 years of age and older, individuals 50 years of age and older living in the Northern Saskatchewan Administration District, all remaining phase one health care workers, and people with underlying health conditions who are clinically extremely vulnerable through an eligibility letter. Individuals 65 years of age and older People meeting this criteria can book their appointment online 24/7 using their health card at www. saskatchewan.ca/ covid19-vaccine; or call 1-833-SASKVAX (1-833-727-5829) between the hours of 8 a.m. and 11 p.m.
Individuals 50 to 64 years of age living in the Northern Saskatchewan Administration District Booking online is not available for this age group at this time. Individuals meeting this criteria are invited to now book their vaccination by calling 1-833-SASKVAX (1-833-727-5829) between the hours of 8 a.m. and 11 p.m. Individuals 65 years of age and over living in the Northern Saskatchewan Administration District can utilize online booking according to the instructions above. All Remaining Phase One Health Care Workers All remaining phase one health care workers are invited to book their vaccination by calling 1-833-SASKVAX (1-833-727-5829) between the hours of 8 a.m. and 11 p.m. Booking online is not available for this cate-
gory. These individuals require proof of their eligibility in order to book – this will be provided directly to them by their employer.
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As of March 24 at 8 a.m., eligible groups will be expanded to include all individuals 65 years of age and older.
A list of positions that qualify within this category are listed on the saskatchewan. ca website. People with underlying health conditions who are clinically extremely vulnerable Conditions in this category are listed on the saskatchewan. ca website. The majority of these individuals have already been identified by their health care team, and will receive a letter of
eligibility in the mail in the next two weeks. This letter is required in order to book an appointment. Booking online is not available for this category unless you are 65 years of age and older and have not yet booked an appointment. Otherwise, please call 1-833-SASKVAX (1-833-727-5829) between the hours of 8 a.m. and 11 p.m.
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A little fresh air is good for the soul EDITOR Taylor Weaver
Last Wednesday I journeyed out to the mountains with a friend of mine, and man oh man, was it exactly what I needed. Like many Canadians, over the past year I have embraced the “stay-cations” being recommended to us by government officials, because after all, it’s for our own safety. BUT, I hadn’t been outside of the Border City since August and was a little antsy for some adventure. It’s also worth mentioning the fact my dad lives in Canmore and I hadn’t seen him since Christmas 2019 ... and HE was a little antsy to see me. Family is and always will be very important to me, so when I had the opportunity to trek down the Yellowhead and connect to Highway 1 before driving smack dab into God’s country, I couldn’t say no. If only visiting my mom and brother in Ontario came that easy! So, what do two adventureseeking friends do in the mountains? Start the day off with a 10 km hike up and down Sulphur Mountain, of course. I’ve done this hike twice in the past few years, and it keeps getting easier ... but I’m crediting my motivation to run 2 km uphill to a few years of clean eating and regular exercise.
The views from the top of Sulphur are absolutely breathtaking, permitting you hike on a clear day. And of course, you can pay and take the gondola ... but where’s the fun in that? The way down, however, was a bit of a different story this time around. You see, there are these manmade “slides” down the mountain ... and yes, there are signs everywhere advising people to “Stay on the trail,” but that doesn’t stop people from carving human-luge runs into the
side of mountain. Being the funny guy I am, I jokingly said ‘wouldn’t this be fun ...’ and that’s when my foot slipped. I was sliding down this mountain, butt first on a track of ice, at what felt like 100 km/h. After a number of cuts, scrapes and a now-very bruised rear end, I have come to the conclusion those signs are to be respected. But, what a ride! The moral of this story is, fresh air, great scenery and good company go a long way for the soul. Until next time.
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Leeway from Lloyd: Royal bashers, a royal pain STAFF WRITER GEOFF LEE
It seems not a week goes by without a media-generated scandal involving members of the British royals. I say media-generated because it’s usually talk shows that line up an anti-royal guest to comment on what a member of the royal family just did or said. Better yet to pit royals against royals for ratings. A recent TV royal basher was Good Morning Britain presenter Piers Morgan. He left the show after his inflammatory comments about the suicide revelations of Megan, Duchess of Sussex, in an int e rvie w w it h Oprah.
Meghan and her hubby, Prince Harry, split from Buckingham Palace to escape the constant media criticism, but no matter what they say, interviewers like Morgan are out to rib them. It was the same type of harassment from
the paparazzi that contributed to the death of Prince Harry’s mom Diana, Princess of Wales. Being born in England myself, I have no use for Brits like Morgan who sling mud at royals who help define British history and its character.
It sure wasn’t like that in my day and I will share a personal story that you can believe or not, but my sister and 97-year-old mother can verify it. Back in 1957 when I was eight, the three of us sailed to England on the S.S. Homeric to
meet my father who had some kind of military commission. Somewhere in the Midlands of England, no one, but the three of us stood on a rail platform when a train pulled up on the London to Scotland route and Queen Elizabeth st eppe d o u t, by h e r self for a minute or two, presumably for a breath of fresh air. She didn’t speak to any of us, but the fact it happened speaks to the relative innocence of life in the 1950s in a world without body guards, media harassment or social media. A week or two later, our whole family was touring Sherwood Forest and saw an old tree supposedly used as a hangout for Robin
Hood in his quest to rebel against King John. Without the royal family, history would be poorer for it. Fortunately, Morgan and his type will go down in history as nothing but royal pains in the butt.
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Rock on, in the garden!
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If your garden brought you joy and serenity in 2020, this could be the year you decide to rock out. That is, install a rock garden. Despite the name, rock-gardening does not involve growing
rocks but rather building a garden around them. We love rock gardens for a host of reasons. They provide year-round interest and are permanent, as rock never dies. Rock gardens provide habitat for insects and beneficial bacteria between crevices, increasing the overall biodiversity in your yard.
Hot, windy, and arid environments are perfect for alpine rock gardens when populated with drought-tolerant plants. Cool, shady, and damp environments work well too, where a woodland rock garden can be populated with moss and ferns. Rocks are abundant in Canada. Whether you buy them, or you know a farmer who is happy
to let you pick them out of their fields and windrows (with permission of course) – rocks are not hard to come by. Here are our top seven tips for building a great rock garden: Stretch your muscles, lift with your legs. We both have enough experience with an aching back to advise on this with some authority. Moving rocks around is not a typical activity for most gardeners, so pay attention to your body as you move them, rent a machine, or call on some help to avoid injury. Source your rocks. If you do not have a source of rocks, look in your area for a stone supplier where you are likely to find ethically sourced rocks. Look for “landscape supplies” as a start in your search. Start big, go small. Your enthusiasm for moving big rocks is likely to wane
quickly, so get the big rocks in place before you start to burn out. If they are really big, rent a machine or hire a professional to move them. Bigger rocks provide overall structure to your rock garden while smaller rocks give texture and finer shape. Consider moving smaller rocks as your plants mature. Make use of layering. Height is one of the most underused design elements in garden design as it can be difficult to alter elevations on a property.
Not so with rock gardens. It only takes a few large rocks dropped into place to add layers of visual interest, so use them to your advantage. When laying out your rocks, use the natural strata lines in them to guide your arrangement. Most rocks possess striations that look most natural when lined up in the same direction. Use the right soil. Rock gardening is an opportunity to improve soil conditions. CONTINUED ON PAGE 14
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A labour of love PRAIRIE WOOL HELEN ROW TOEWS
Cooking for someone is a labour of love. We’ve all heard this phrase, but I hadn’t given it much thought until today when sadly, it flitted across my mind that I should make a yummy apple crumble for my dad’s supper. I love my dad with all my heart. He passed away just two weeks ago and my life will never be the same. Of course, cooking for dad wasn’t always easy, but it was a privilege to have been in charge of his evening meal for the last seven years. He liked basic food and “nothing spicy.” This sounds like a reasonable request, made by a person who perhaps doesn’t like jalapeños or hot chilli, but in fact, dad was referring to things like
parsley, mushrooms and in some cases, even creamery fresh butter. He preferred foods to be bland and unadorned. Give the man a hunk of meat and a couple of spuds and he was good to go. One time, early on in my tenure as his cook, I prepared a humble dinner and set it before him on the table before excusing myself to check on dessert. When I turned from the oven, he was hunkered furtively over the garbage can, skimming the top layer of his potatoes into the trash. He looked up guiltily. “Sorry Helen, but I don’t like butter on my potatoes.” What! Who in the world doesn’t like melted butter on mashed potatoes? My dad. Another time I was doctoring up a hamburger for him. I knew exactly what
he liked for condiments – NONE, but he issued me directives just in case. “Make sure you don’t put any of that fancy red stuff on it,” he said firmly. “Would you be referring to ketchup?” I asked dryly. He was. But, who in the heck thinks of ketchup as “fancy”? My dad. Most recently I prepared what I thought was a tempting meal: tuna melt. It was plain, simple and fish was always a favourite. Win, win, I thought foolishly, as I cut off the crusts, added the fish mixture and then browned a thick layer of cheese on top. “What do you think,” I asked, hovering anxiously over him to await the verdict. “It’s not bad,” he said, after chewing thoughtfully for several seconds. Dad was always polite
and grateful for all the meals I made him. I knew he was trying not to tell me it was crap. “You don’t like it, do you?” I asked. “Well,” he said, lifting a second forkful with the air of a man sentenced to life imprisonment with no chance of parole. “I’ve eaten worse things.” I laughed. Who else would hate what they’d been given, yet still be willing to force it down so that I wouldn’t be inconvenienced? My dad. I took it from him, gave it to the dog, and quickly whipped up a poached egg on toast instead. Then we sat together holding hands and watching TV. My encouragement for you today is to tell those people around you how much you love them, to spend time with them, or to cook
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them something special. We never know how long we may have on this good earth. Dad was 91-years-old, but the pain of losing him isn’t lessened by that fact. The finest man I’ll ever know will ever be Les Row – my dad.
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Screening from our Fanning Mill WHISPERS OF THE PAST SANDRA L. BROWN
The Lloydminster Times and District News was a journal devoted to the interests of Lloydminster and the surrounding neighbourhood. After all, we are all community neighbours. Occasionally, an interesting column, Screening from our Fanning Mill appeared. This column poked jabs at unsuspecting citizens in a jovial but subtle manner. Appropriately, some of these lessons written between the lines still apply. There are a number of stingy people in this town who will not laugh at a joke unless it is at someone else’s expense. Sadly, some folks still feel they have the right to poke fun at others regardless of the pain or discomfort it’ll cause. The title of my selection said a young reciter is, “The raindrops on the roof.” “I should think
it would,” said a bystander, “where would you expect it to drop?” Speaking of rain, a businessman and his wife obtained a driving horse and buggy from the local livery for a fun outing. The liveryman assured the hesitant businessman the horse was perfectly safe but warned him to keep the rein away from the horse’s tail. As they returned in the evening with the horse and buggy, the liveryman inquired if everything had gone smoothly. At this, the businessman replied, “Oh n o . W e had o n e ra in shower while we were out and my wife held the umbrella over his tail while it lasted.” All joking aside, not all newcomers to the settlement knew the proper names for horse tack. In fact, many of the Barr Colonists who arrived in this area were not farmers and had minimal knowledge of livestock. It takes a man like MacLeod to take the
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A rock garden in a sunny position will heat up naturally early in the season, giving you a jump on spring. If you plan to build an alpine style rock garden, backfill with plenty of welldrained sandy soil. For a woodland rock gar-
measure of a man. This particular merchant sold suits at his store and measured men to ensure a proper fit. “There are mighty few people who know what to do with a farm when they get one,” said a local farmer. “I have noticed,” said a young visitor to town. “They give the whole place up to wheat and cattle, when they might
den, add plenty of organic material, i.e., compost, to mimic a fertile deciduous forest floor. Plant selection. Imagine your rock garden as if it were a natural environment. What would be growing there? Alpine rock gardens do well with drought tolerant
have such lovely tennis courts and golf-links.” This particular visitor must have been from an urban city and didn’t fully appreciate what farmers provided. Bob was driving his automobile and testing the local speed limit. He commented to his client whom he was driving around that the automobile was here to stay. His automobile
sedums, sempervivums, hens and chicks, and a backdrop of perennial grasses or pine trees. For a shady rock garden consider native woodland plants such as Wood fern (Dryopteris marginalis) or Lady fern (Athyrium felix-femina) and Irish moss.
slowed down, gave a shudder or two and then it stopped. A few hours later his client quickly agreed about its staying powers as they came back to town behind a yoke of oxen. I wonder if the majority of pioneers believed automobiles would soon be the preferred method of transportation and replace horses or oxen?
(Sagina subulata) Get inspired! There are infinite opportunities and design ideas for incorporating rocks into the garden. Spend some time checking out famous rock gardens online, such as the Ryōan-ji temple in Kyoto, or our one of our favourite public gar-
What exactly is a fanning mill? Known by many other names including a grain separator, fanning mills mechanically separate the grain from the chaff and straw. It basically turns threshed grain into clean grain. The editor basically threshed out the local gossip, opinions and hearsay leaving behind solid facts to report.
dens close to home – the Rock Garden at the Royal Botanical Garden in Burlington, which underwent massive rejuvenation in 2016 (currently closed due to COVID-19. Think, visualize, and build your rock-star garden this spring.
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Sask govt. providing 100,000 rapid tests to schools MERIDIAN SOURCE STAFF
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Saskatchewan K-12 schools across the province are currently being shipped 100,000 rapid tests. Rapid testing for COVID-19 in schools may begin as early as this week. “A rapid testing program in schools is another excellent tool to help monitor the presence of COVID-19,” said Education Minister Dustin Duncan. “The safety of students, teachers, and school staff is our government’s priority, and school staff and students have done an excellent job in helping to prevent transmission of the virus.”
Teachers and school staff are not expected to administer the tests. “Our goal is the health and safety of all Saskatchewan residents,” said Health Minister Paul Merriman. “This additional measure gives us another tool to monitor school environments and take further steps to protect the health and safety of staff and students if necessary.” The rapid antigen tests use a short nasal swab and can be administered by laypeople who have completed a training program through the Saskatchewan Health Authority lab. Schools will work with their local medi-
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requires confirmation by a Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) test provided by the Saskatchewan Health Authority. A negative test does
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New overdose prevention app coming to Alberta MERIDIAN SOURCE STAFF
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Alberta’s government will be testing a new Digital Overdose Response System (DORS). The mobile app will help protect people using opioids and other substances while alone in their homes. Albertans using substances alone can utilize DORS, which will trigger a call from the STARS emergency centre if the individual becomes unresponsive to a timer. Emergency response will be dispatched to their location in the event of presumed overdose. The app will also provide information about recovery-oriented supports and services available in the area to ensure people have the information they need on their journey to recovery. “We know that most people who fatally overdose in Alberta, do so in a private home,” said Associate Minister
of Mental Health and Addictions Jason Luan. “Among the first of its kind in Canada, the DORS app will help prevent opioid and other substance-related deaths by those using alone at home. Launching this app is another important step in building a full recovery-oriented continuum of care for addiction treatment in the province.” The system will begin testing in Calgary this summer and is expected to expand to other communities next year after the testing phase is complete. “For over 15 years, Aware360 has been successfully providing state-of the-art technology solutions to Alberta employers to monitor and support staff who are working alone,” said Steve Matthews, CEO, Aware360 Ltd. “We are pleased to partner with the Alberta government to bring our tested technology
solutions to the addiction care system.” Alberta substance use surveillance data
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Among the first of its kind in Canada, the DORS app will help prevent opioid and other substancerelated deaths by those using alone at home.
shows COVID-19 continues to have a serious impact on those struggling with addiction. In 2020, 1,128 people died in Alberta from opioid overdose. While opioid-related deaths peaked in July, rates continue to remain higher than in previous years. In 2020, 70 per cent of overdose deaths in Alberta occurred in a private residence. This is similar to
trends from previous y ears and highlight s the need for innovative resources to help prevent overdoses. This is particularly important for those using alone in their own residence. From 2018 to 2020, 60 to 80 per cent of opioid-related fatalities in Calgary and Edmonton occurred in suburban neighbourhoods outside the downtown core.
More than half of all opioid-related EMS calls are made outside the downtown core. “Often times when emergency services respond to a drugrelated call at a private home, it is too late,” said Andrea Robertson, president and CEO, STARS Air Ambulance. “The DORS app will change that by giving us the ability to get to people sooner. We are
pleased to be the emergency response partner in this new app so that emergency services can play a role in keeping Albertans alive.”
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MIDWEST MINUTE VERN McCLELLAND
It is time to expose some of the myths people believe about organized real estate and the people who work in it. I will be the first to admit that what I am about to say may not be what some of my
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colleagues would tell you, and that is okay. This is my column and my opinions. Myth: A Realtor working for both the buyer and seller has divided loyalties. True, but it does not mean he or she will be unprofessional in their conduct. Our role in a dual agency is that of a facilitator helping both
parties to fully discuss a potential transaction to a conclusion. I have had some great kitchen meetings between two farmers wanting to do a deal! Generally speaking, my personal preference is to stay on one side of the table, so it doesn’t get confusing for the stakeholders, including me. And this is why my
City of Lloydminster Public Notice Draft Bylaw 09-2021 Intent: Bylaw No. 09-2021 proposes to amend the text of Land Use Bylaw 5-2016 pertaining to Alcohol Sales in the Direct Control 5 (DC5) District.
How do I get more information? The draft bylaw is also available online at www.lloydminster.ca/bylaw09-2021. For more information on the draft bylaw, please contact the Legislative Services Department at 780-871-8328.
How can I be a part of the Public Hearing? Any written or verbal presentations concerning this bylaw can be made without notice at the Public Hearing at the meeting specified below. To include your presentation as part of the Agenda package, please provide it to the City Clerk not later than 2:00 pm April 7, 2021. All submissions will become part of the permanent public record.
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business partner and I have for 16 years split the representation when we can. One works with the seller, the other supports the buyer. It allows us to be advocates for our respective clients. Again, I am a simple man, so it works for me. Myth: A Realtor working for both buyer and seller should be expected to reduce their commission. Why would anyone voluntarily cut their pay when they have worked hard to complete a successful sale? It is like asking the coach of a winning sports team to take less salary than a counterpart who did not make the playoffs. Myth: Realtors cannot be trusted; they are only interested in getting the sale. Maybe some are, but the majority are focused on helping clients achieve their goals. We see a lot of people in high-stress situations and try hard to help them find a positive way forward. The situations we encounter on a daily basis would make for fascinating reality television, but I am sure most viewers would not believe this is what we truly experience. It is. Myth: Real estate is easy. No, Virginia, it is not easy. In fact, it is a profession that can be damn hard, so life experience, personal balance, and emotional strength definitely count. There are many different aspects to real estate – residential, commercial, agricultural, property management, just to name a few. Take the commercial/industrial field for example. There are so many types of enterprise in today’s world, no one can be an expert in them all. One day we may be searching for land along a railway to support a processing facil-
File Photo ity. The next, negotiating on a building to house an agricultural dealership. Commercial clients are often simultaneously juggling several critical expectations vital to the success of their business. Consequently, their Realtor needs to be closely aligned to the organization’s strategy and in almost daily communication with the management team for long periods of time. Even residential properties can significantly vary in their challenges beyond the stereotypical single-family home with special requirements for recreation, luxury, condominiums, acreages, multi-family complexes, the list goes on.
I love the challenge of being a broker/consultant/confidant and will go the extra mile for anyone who needs my support. What annoys me are the individuals who are so focused on themselves, they think nothing of stepping on my clients, or anyone else, in their effort to get ahead. Myth: The customer is always right. Not by a long shot. People who give respect deserve respect. 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.
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LCSD has Golden Ticket with hoop academy TAYLOR WEAVER
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The Lloydminster Catholic School Division (LCSD) may have just found its golden ticket to athletic and overall student success. Tuesday morning was an exciting one at École St. Thomas as the LCSD announced its partnership with Golden Ticket Sports to bring students a new Basketball Academy. Starting in September, Grade 5-7 students at École St. Thomas and St. Mary’s Elementary School will have the opportunity to learn sport and life skills from Golden Ticket co-founder Chris King and his team of high-level coaches. “This is something that, when we started Golden Ticket Sports, a big project of ours was working with as many youth across the provinces of Alberta and Saskatchewan as possible,” said King. “For myself, it probably means a little more being local, coming from Kitscoty. “Growing up, there wasn’t a lot of opportunity to really push sport at a young age, so when this idea came up, having the opportunity to push elite athletes into the sport at an early age and give them a stream that filters up
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Golden Ticket Sports co-founder, Chris King, runs basketball ball drills with students at École St. Thomas on Tuesday morning following the Golden Ticket Sports Basketball Academy announcement.
to junior high and high school, was a tremendous opportunity and we were excited that LCSD was so grateful to jump on board.” Academy programming will run TuesdayThursday mornings before the day’s first bell rings, and King is looking forward to not only providing skills on the court but also off. “One of the things you learn at a young age through sport is the dedication, determination, the work ethic, working with teammates; you can go on and on about what sport provides, and I
think that really allows the kids to learn this in an environment that’s outside the classroom, at an early age, and then continue it on as it goes forward; those lessons they’ll take with them forever,” he said, adding that each academy athlete will receive 110 hours of training over the course of the school year. “If you look at that, there’s no way you can replicate that in any shape or form. Even when we work with kids in the community for 10, 20, 30 hours, you see their growth in their overall motor
skills, not just their basketball skills.” Anthony Bender, elementary athletic coordinator for LCSD and vice-principal at École St. Thomas, can’t wait to get the ball rolling, or in this case, bouncing. “The thing about our division is, we coordinate a lot of things, and that is a culture we try to do within the division, and we do have some partnerships in the community already and felt this would benefit our students with healthy behaviours, healthy habits (such as) getting up in the morning, being active, learn-
ing different transferable skills that will help them in their life; while also choosing a life-long activity and be healthy,” he said. “It’s also a proven fact that students that are active also do better academically, so if we can get them active first thing in the morning and get those synapses firing in their brain, they’ll hopefully do better in school as well. There’s many, many benefits to having students active first-thing in the morning and then going to school.” Golden Ticket’s goal
is to foster a love of basketball and sport in their athletes and hope to build confidence and resiliency through sport. This program is open to any skill level as athletes will be provided with skill development, mental preparation and sport for life skills. “We are incredibly excited with the vision and synergy of working with a well thought out diligent athlete-centred plan, we believe that our partnership with LCSD sets Lloydminster apart from any other city,” added King.
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Rustlers rookie at home with signing
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.................................. It’s a beautiful day in the neighbourhood for Haylee Rogers these days. The Grade 12 soccer prodigy from the Holy Rosary High School Raiders is excited to stay close to home and sign to play for the Lakeland College Rustlers women’s soccer team. “It was a big sigh of
relief to get that off my shoulders. I was super pumped,” said Rogers at a signing ceremony in the school’s gym last Thursday. She said Lakeland and home cooking won out over other offers in the United States, England and Brandon, Manitoba. “I chose Lakeland because it’s super close to my family. I didn’t want to move away too
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far too quick; I’m not grown up enough yet,” said Rogers. She’s played in tournaments in Spain and Las Vegas and for teams in Edmonton and Saskatchewan before, but her decision to play at Lakeland boiled down to a case of Lloyd being home. “I like the financial, the stay at home; I like the campus a lot too,” she added. Rogers notes she’s also good friends with Rustlers players who joined the team a couple of years ago and got to know head coach Laith Matlak while training with them. Matlak is thrilled to have her join the team possibly as a centreback or defensive midfielder for the upcoming fall season in the ACAC. “It’s definitely a huge signing for us, a very strong player, wherever I put her on the field I think is great because she is coming in as a
PUBLIC NOTICE
Please take note that pursuant to Section 13 of The Municipalities Act, public notice is hereby given that the Council of the Rural Municipality of Eldon No. 471 will be conducting a Hearing on Wednesday, April 14th, 2021 at 9:30 a.m. to consider closure of a municipal road described as South of: Surface parcel 151352007, Legal Land Description SE 1 51-24-W3, and as indicated in bold on the following diagram.
The road closure is requested as there is minimal traffic on this road.
Any person(s) may make a written submission to Council before 4:00 p.m. on Friday, April 9, 2021, to the R.M. of Eldon No. 471 Municipal Office, P.O. Box 130, 212 Main Street, Maidstone, Saskatchewan. Given under my hand at Maidstone, Saskatchewan, this 25th day of March, 2021.
Lee Torrance, Administrator The Rural Municipality of Eldon No. 471 PO Box 130, Maidstone SK S0M 1M0 (306) 893-2391; Fax (306) 893-4644
first-year. It will definitely push other players and build competition,” said Matlak. He also likes the fact Rogers is a local product and a player who has leadership skills as well. “Her being from Lloyd is also huge because I’m really trying to build Lloyd soccer for other female players and show them there is a pathway ‘hey you can make it,’” said Matlak. “That’s a huge aspect of having her on the team.” Rogers says it’s great to see the growth of female soccer, espe cially seeing more young girls she has helped to develop in Lloydminster as a player/coach. “Being a female coach, it’s so exciting to see that they’re still training and going through it all to get up to U-13, so when they are U-13, they have a female team,” she said. Matlak says the Rustlers are looking very strong for next season
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Haylee Rogers is a home-grown soccer player who signed to play soccer with the Lakeland College Rustlers women’s soccer team this fall. The Grade 12 Holy Rosary High School student talked about her signing at a media event last week in the school.
with about 20 players signed, the most ever in Rustlers’ history. He notes he is very happy to have Rogers on his team. Rogers’ soccer objective with the team is to improve her confidence in basic attacking skills. “I want to be able to finish better than I do now. Overall. I just want to grow as a player and as a person,” she said. Her Raiders head coach, Alison Bonsan,
says it was a privilege to coach her in 2020 and wishes her all the best at Lakeland. “I think she’s an amazing player; she’s a natural leader and huge asset to the team. They are lucky to have her,” she said. Rogers’ long-term game plan is to play for the Rustlers while taking university transfer courses in science, then move on to the university to get into the medical field. 21034KW0
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PhD student Callum Morrison from the University of Manitoba is conducting a survey of farmers’ use of cover crops in Western Canada. He is pictured hammering a ring used as an infiltrometer (an infiltrometer measures how water moves into the soil) into the ground at the university’s long-term cover cropping experiment in Carman, Man., which compares rotations using cover crops and those without cover crops.
Callum Morrison hopes to write the book on cover crops for farmers in Western Canada with the results of his extensive online survey. The PhD student from the University of Manitoba wraps up his two-year field study on the extent of cover crops in the Prairies on April 1. “The whole purpose of this is to provide data to farmers but also to other people interested in the industry,” said Morrison, who will create a report for farmers to use as a resource. Some of the goals of the online survey are to determine the current extent of cover cropping on the Prairies, why cover crops are being grown, and how farmers are fitting them into their crop rotations. He says the research also aims to provide producers with a voice to direct future cover crop research in Alberta and Saskatchewan. To date, Morrison has heard from more than 400 farmers across the three prairie provinces and 650 in Ontario to compare practices. Some of the reasons for planting
cover crops range from preventing soil erosion and compaction to grazing and improving soil health. Morrison says cover crops such as oats and clover that are popular with farmers in the Lloydminster area provide a nitrogen boost to the soil after fall cash crops have been harvested. However, he says the vast majority of farmers in the Prairies haven’t used cover crops before. He says data from these farmers may highlight what challenges limit cover crop adoption on the Prairies, and what mitigation practices may be needed to assist farmers to adopt cover crops in the future. “There are a lot of challenges enhanced on the Prairies, one of them is the climate,” said Morrison. “There’s not a huge window we are dealing with in the fall when cover crops can grow. With each province west of Ontario, more and more farmers are planting their cover crops before they harvest their cash crop.” He says the further west you go the drier the climate, which is another reason farmers are planting it earlier in Alberta and Saskatchewan.
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PhD student researcher Callum Morrison explains the benefits of cover crops at the University of Manitoba’s long-term cover cropping experiment in Glenlea, Man., which compares rotations using cover crops and those without cover crops.
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HINDE: In memory of Mervin William Hinde, more fondly known as “Mutt”. Born May 24, 1941, passed away suddenly Feb. 24, 2021 at the age of 79. “Mutt” was the first born son of Harry and Lottie Hinde of Waseca, Sask. He is survived by his brother Allan and wife Eleanor and their family. He was predeceased by his parents Harry and Lottie Hinde. Mutt started his schooling in 1947 at the rural Battlevale school – taking grades 1-5 there. Then moved to the Waseca school for grades 6-10 and on to Maidstone for grades 11 & 12 where he graduated. “Mutt” lived his whole life in the Waseca/Maidstone area. In 1962 he purchased what
RICHARDSON: Kelly William Richardson passed away at Royal University Hospital, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, February 25, 2021 at the age of 57 years. Kelly is survived by: his loving parents, Bob and Betty Richardson; his son, Chad Cole; granddaughter, Kacey Cole; two step children, Amber (Dusty) Mitten and Jesse Marriott; his sisters, Micheline (Ken) Huard and their children Kody, Logan and Chantelle; Nita (Mark) Daniels and their two children, Natalie and Zane; Jo-Anne (Conrad) Lavallee and their children,
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was formerly his grandfather Jeffry's farm and began his farming career. Over the years he added more land and if he needed any help, he hired students. He had patience galore to teach young people. During the 60’s he supplemented his farming income by working in a Northern Alberta Sawmill for a few winters. “Mutt” loved to work the land and he found something special for every season. From snow snowmobiling and broom-ball to seeding and gardening. Birch Lake was a huge attraction as he loved to water ski and spent hours teaching kids to ski. As his farming years started to downsize, his time at Little Fishing Lake increased. His home on wheels could be seen at the Fitzsimonds' cabin on Evergreen Ave. from May til October most years. Our girls grew up with Mutt's teasing and they soon learned to give a reply that equaled his. Quadding and snowmobiling with a wiener roast along with way were always fun. Bill and “Mutt” and the kids, and then the grandkids made a few trips every year, clearing trails as needed. Cutting and
Jordan (Shelby) and their son Ben, Lauren, Meghan and Kolby. Private Family Funeral Service for Kelly was conducted on Wednesday, March 3, 2021 at 10:30 am with Reverend Lorna Brick officiating. The eulogy was presented by Amber Mitten and Micheline Huard. The active pallbearers were Kody Huard, Logan Huard, Jordan Lavallee, Conrad Lavallee, Ken Huard and Jesse Marriott. The interment was held at the Lashburn Cemetery. McCaw Funeral Service Ltd. of Lloydminster, Alberta administered the funeral arrangements. Thank you most sincerely to everyone who overwhelmingly supported our family during these very difficult days. The food, the visits, phone calls, flowers, donations and cards are so appreciated. A special thanks to Rev. Lorna Brick and McCaws for everything you do so well.
splitting fire pit wood was a part of lake life and Mutt enjoyed doing it. “Mutt” was a “people person” and loved to visit. The Hamlet of Little Fishing Lake will miss him peddling up and down the streets, stopping to visit along the way. He was a friend to many! Over the years “Mutt” traveled to Australia a couple times and made time to visit family across Canada. For several years “Mutt's Follies Productions” videoed the “SPCA” plays, the “North of the Gully” plays and the “Waseca Pretenders” plays as well as Maidstone ice carnivals. You will be missed our friend – Bill, Dorinda, Jaimi, Terri, Amanda, Nicole and families In the words of “Mutt's” dear friend Kay Key... “Our family was deeply saddened by ”Mutts” passing. My kids all grew up with him around from babies. They were taken on trips out west with him and had great times, so many sights they still talk about today. The girls worked on his farm too. I think it was more of an
It is with great sadness that the families of June Bekolay announce her passing on March 9, 2021, at the age of 90 years. June was born July 31, 1930 in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, and passed away March 9, 2021 in the Lloydminster Hospital. She is survived by: her children, David (Cathy) Bekolay of Winnipeg, Dale (Elaine) Bekolay of Livelong, Kathy (Dale) MacKie of Lloydminster, Dianne (Dean) Dion of Lloydminster; daughter-in-law, Janet Bekolay
adventure than work. They said “Mutt” was a great teacher, very patient and made you figure things out til you caught on! They all water skied at Birch Lake and Little Fishing Lake too. It was always a joy getting his tomato plants and he would stop in and watch how they were producing. One of the many things he loved to do. Also we all reaped the benefits of his garden in the fall with fresh produce. Most of the country enjoyed this! He definitely left a legacy of special things like; acts of kindness, friendships and many happy memories for all of us that were blessed to know him. We always looked forward to his visits. He had such a unique sense of humour. Mern always said “Mutt” is a true friend! Thanks for so many years of friendship “Mutt”. So many memories.” We all miss you! Kay, Grant, Leanne, Carrie & Tracey & families. As per Mutt’s wishes, there will be no funeral service. Thank to McCaw's Funeral Home for they're support during this time.
(Kirk) of Lloydminster; twelve grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by: her parents, Hanford and Violet McDonald; sister, Myrtle Leask; brothers, Hanford and Joseph McDonald; husband, Lloyd; and sons, Edwin and Richard. The funeral was conducted from McCaws Funeral Chapel on Friday March 12, 2021. The service was live streamed and can be viewed on June's obituary page on McCaws Funeral Services website. Donations in memory of June Bekolay can be made to LRHF Pioneer House Comfort Fund, LRHF Pioneer Lodge Activity, or charity of your choice. The family would like to thank everyone for their personal expressions of sympathy and for expressions of sympathy on the tribute wall on McCaws Funeral Service Website.
LOETKEMAN: Eileen Winnifred Loetkeman was born on February 13, 1937 to George and Minnie Giesbrecht at her Grandpa Jacob L Toews' farm near Linden, AB. She peacefully passed away at the Lloydminster hospital, with Dad by her side, on February 24, 2021. We had just celebrated her 84th birthday. Her death was the result of a cerebral hemorrhage. Mom moved with her family to the Steinbach, MB area at the age of 3. She was the 4th of 9 children. She was 15 when her mother was diagnosed with MS, becoming her caregiver at a young age. She also took on the role of mothering her younger siblings. The Giesbrecht family moved to Abbotsford, BC in 1956 with the hope that a milder climate would benefit their mother’s health. After her mother and little sister passed away, she went back to school for nurse’s training, but later put her books away to marry Dad. Dad and Mom married on Nov 10, 1962 in Abbotsford, BC. They made their home on a dairy farm in the Deep Creek valley near Enderby, BC. After busy, happy years raising their young family, they left BC in 1976 and moved to the prairies, settling in Neilburg, SK. Those were some challenging, but good years, farming and building up a redi-mix concrete business along with other business ventures. Mom was an integral part of the businessanswering phones, bookkeeping, and bringing sandwiches and iced tea out to the concrete plant. She still managed to garden, with the cordless phone in 1 hand and her ear tuned to the 2-way radio. Her passions were flowers, ornamental trees and birds. She had a successful battle with cancer in 2000, giving her 21 more years. She was a dignified lady, a good conversationalist, well read and spoke proper English. She liked to stay current on world
affairs. Mom gave her heart to God at a young age and her faith was always precious. Her children and grandchildren were dear to her heart and she often prayed for their salvation. She especially loved listening to her grandchildren sing. Dad patiently cared for her as her health began to decline. Missing Mom are her loving husband Leo; her 4 children, Tracy & Jayne of Neilburg SK, & their children, Jake & Jeralyne, Adrian & Melissa, Jacey & Nick Yost; Galen & Glenda of Hythe AB, & their children, Becky, Jared & Megan, Tyler & Shadow, Amy & Marshal Isaac, Casey; Cathy & Mel Dueck of Neilburg SK, & their children, Jordan, Jesse & Shayla, Joey & Kalie, Sarah & Kelly Nightengale; Evan & Bonita of Neilburg SK, & their children, Kaitlyn, Austin, Travis, Ashley, Hailey & 6 great grand children; her siblings, Alfred & Elsie Giesbrecht, Doreen Goossen, Clarence & Jean Giesbrecht, Rodney & Marlene Giesbrecht, Wayne Giesbrecht, Margi & Les Wilson, along with Dad’s family, June & Frank Augustin, Carol & Russell Wiebe, Ray & Margaret Loetkeman & Melinda Taylor. Mom was predeceased by her parents, 2 step parents, 1 granddaughter, 2 sisters, 2 brothers-in-law & 1 sister-in-law. The funeral service for Eileen was held on Monday, March 15, 2021 at 11:00 AM at the Church of God in Christ, Neilburg, Saskatchewan. Donations in memory of Eileen may be made to Village Green Park, Neilburg, Saskatchewan. CARD OF THANKS The Loetkeman family expresses thanks to the 3rd floor nurses for their compassionate care of Mom. Thanks, as well, to Dr. Kerlis for excellent care over the years. Special thanks to Shauna McGillis, her home care worker, for her excellent care and, especially, the friendship.
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Bielecki: John Anthony Bielecki was born on July 10, 1932 to Joseph & Paulina Bielecki. Dad was the fifth of seven children. We always celebrated dad's birthday on July 10th. It wasn't until he applied for his old age pension that it was discovered his birthday was actually July 27th, 1932. Dad didn't believe this to be true, so we continued to celebrate his birthday July 10th. Dad attended the White Eagle School until grade 9. Along with his siblings they would walk, ski or horseback the 4 miles to school. He would often tell us kids when we were young that they were so poor they had to eat crocus sandwiches. Not sure how, as they were so hairy and poisonous. Following dad's school years, he continued to help on the family farm. With his brothers they would travel to Red Cross to harvest slough hay in the summer and haul it home in winter with horse and sleigh. Looking for a little adventure one winter, dad and Ted Hannis headed up to Chetwynd BC and worked as loggers. People up there couldn't pronounce BIELECKI so dad became known as "John Brown" In July 1956 John met Josephine Hoffman, at Farrows Hall, Perch Lake. Dad and uncle Peter continued to take every chance they could to go to Red Cross to make hay, so they could stop by the Hoffman relatives to see if Josie and Kathy were visiting. As well mom and dad’s paths crossed at talent shows and dances. On October 14, 1960 mom and dad
were engaged, and married November 3, 1960. John and Josie were blessed with six children, Joanne 1960, Kenneth 1961, Theodore 1963, Roy 1965, Brian 1967 and Merle 1969. Dad and mom both had a love of music. Dad began playing accordion at a very young age. He was self-taught and played by ear. He only had to hear the tune a couple of times and he was able to play it. When watching him play you'd wonder how in gods earth he could keep all those fingers, arms, and head moving and still create music. Uncle Frank recalls he and dad headed out to various musical gatherings on horseback. Dad with his guitar and uncle with his banjo. One such outing had them coming home just as the sun was rising. Grandpa Joe was awake and ready to head to the field to pick roots or rocks. No rest for those boys. Growing up in our house, dad would be practicing his accordion as we left for school, and again at night before we went to bed. In my lifetime I know of six accordions he played. Dad would travel all over the country playing for dances, jam sessions and senior lodges. Once a month dad would make a special point of going into the Bea Fisher group home and play for his sister Mary and the other residents. Dad treasured his time playing with so many talented musicians. His last band was the Country 4 with Al, Donna, Calvin, Lyle and himself. He was so proud of the musician Lyle had become, and so proud of Donna's recording in Nashville. Dad loved to hear mom sing. She on her guitar and dad on accordion they travelled to any opportunity to share their singing and musical skills. When Ryley was quite young, she asked grandpa to accompany her to show and tell so she could sing "The Rose". They practiced for hours to get it just right.
Even after mom no longer played, dad would take his accordion in to the lodge and play for mom. Waltz across Texas and You are my sunshine were two I remember. More than music, mom and dad loved to dance. They taught us all how to waltz, two-step, and polka. But they were the masters at the round polka! Everyone loved to dance with mom & dad as they could adapt their dancing so easily. Dad's love for mom was unparalleled. Every Mother's day he would walk to the "spring" and pick her a huge bouquet of marsh marigolds. He never forgot her birthday or Valentine’s day. He was always out looking for those heart shaped boxes of chocolates, a card and flowers. Dad was a very compassionate man. I truly saw this the past few years, as he cared for mom. When his siblings were ill, he needed to be there to hold their hand. When both himself and Richard Zweifel were in Turtleford hospital, I thought it so touching that he held Richard's hand and told him what a good neighbor he had been. Dad cared for his neighbors. Following a snowfall, he'd be out with his W4 plowing out driveways. In fall he'd help others harvest if he was done and they weren't. Dad was a wizard with bear spray. He always carried bear spray with him during calving season. One time he had to protect himself from a cow, using the bear spray, only to realize he was running down wind and took the brunt of the spray. Dad was so diverse. He could fix a tractor or implement, weld, and do carpentry. No project was ever too big. If he was stuck, he would call on Joe or Kenny and they would find a way to make things work. We have all been blessed with dad's carpentry skills. He built chests, cupboards, bird houses, and helped with renovations. He
was never shy to tell his stories, have a good laugh, and show off his black fingernails. Education was also important to dad. He made sure we got to school even if we had to ride the tractor to meet the bus. He was proud of all our accomplishments, me as a nurse, Kenny as a mechanic, Brian a farmer, Merle a plumber and gas fitter, and Roy and Ted oil field workers. Dad tried his hand in the oilfield in 1981. He worked for Expert oilfield services for 4 months on a service rig. Made just enough money to install the watering bowls at the farm. Anyone that knew dad knew he loved to play cards! Sticks, crib, 1500, hearts, not a family gathering was had without at least a game of cards. Dad was also an avid gopher hunter. He could shoot two gophers with one bullet; shoot the mirror on the truck and his famous shot, killing a gopher and realizing the bullet ricocheted off the cultivator shovel and straight into the tire. Dad loved fishing. He taught us all to tie our own hooks, catch and clean a fish. He always seemed to out catch us. Except one time when we secretly removed his hook and only left the rubber jig on. The rest of us were casting and catching and he wasn't. We all had a good laugh when he finally figured it out. We did a family fish trip to the Beaver River. Shouldn't say it but caught over our limit! Dad smuggled the fish home in his accordion case as he was playing for a dance in meadow lake, and who would suspect fish in an accordion case! Oh dad was a prankster. Nothing made him happier that a good laugh. Very late one night Joe had stopped over after a dance. Dad said "Joe there’s a mouse under the fridge. Give me your cap". He propped the cap up and said to Joe " the mouse will come out, run under your hat" Joe said be darned if the mouse didn't do exactly as
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dad said! Dad then stepped on the cap & killed the mouse! Halloween was another favorite for dad. He loved dressing up and going out. Ed & Laura never locked their door. Big Mistake! Dad went in and changed out some fresh eggs with real life looking fake eggs. He then saw that Laura had just baked bread on the counter. He took a fresh loaf and went down to Kathy & Arts and tried to sell them the loaf. Laura was there and said, “That looks like my bread!” Christmas time was special. Both our parents loved getting together with family, sharing a meal and playing games. Often on Christmas Day, dad would bring his accordion and we'd go visiting elderly and shut ins, just to sing carols. Dad loved visits from his grandchildren and great grandchildren, and they loved him. He loved to hear their stories, watch them play hockey, curl, play cards, 4-H achievements and play music for them so they could do the chicken dance. The past few years he loved their pictures and visits at the lodge. One wintery day while staying at grandpa and grandma’s farm, Katlyn and Ryley were running on top of the round bales. Katlyn slipped into the drifted snow between the bales. Ryley ran back to the house and got grandpa. Grandpa pulled her out and she exclaimed "Grandpa you're my hero" Yes dad, you were a hero to many. Thank you for giving us the challenge to grow, encouragement to compete, determination to succeed, enthusiasm to live, desire to understand, wisdom to laugh, ability to love and opportunity to learn. Now it’s time for you to leave and join mom. May Gods love shine on the two of you. John is survived by: his children, Joanne, Ken (Doreen), Roy (Renee Fischer), Brian (Terrie), and Merle (Lynann); his grandchildren, Ryan Bielecki
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(Jen Wigston), Megan (Kyle) Parkyn, Chantel Bielecki (Cody Manners), Katlyn (Brad) Riley, Ryley (Keith) Boon, Curtis Bielecki (Brittney Hofer) and Nicole Bielecki; his great-grandchildren, Brielle Riley, Kennley Parkyn, Deklyn Parkyn, Ryker Parkyn, Kolbie Manners, Olivia Bielecki and Kohen Boon; his brother, Frank (Frances Hoffman); in-laws, Margaret Cydejko, Kathy (Eugene) Beauvillier, Rose Bielecki, Helen (Ted) Jenkins and Nick (Margaret) Hoffman; as well as numerous nieces and nephews . John is predeceased by: his wife Josephine "Josie" Bielecki; his son, Ted Bielecki; parents: Joseph and Paulina Bielecki; sisters, Annie and Mary; brothers, Joe, Peter and Robert; and brothers-in-law; Peter, Herve, Albert and Leo. The Funeral Mass for John was conducted from Our Lady of Sorrows Roman Catholic Church, on Saturday, March 20, 2021 at 2:00 PM. If you were unable to attend in person the mass is recorded and posted on the McCaw Funeral Service website under John's obituary. Donations in memory of John may be made to St.Walburg Lakeland Lodge Fund or donor's charity of choice. McCaw Funeral Service Ltd., of Lloydminster, Alberta administered the funeral arrangements. CARD OF THANKS The family of John Bielecki would like to thank the staff of St. Walburg Health Complex for your care, compassion, extra attention and maybe that extra dessert made dad’s stay there so enjoyable for him .We would also like to thank the pallbearers, readers, those who sent flowers, cards, masses, prayers, phone calls and visits. Thank you Father Tru Le for your heartwarming homily and special mass. A special thanks to McCaws, your compassion and caring helped make this day so special for us.
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Charles Leslie “Les” Row passed away on Monday, March 8, 2021 at the age of 91 years. Son of Billy and Kitty Row, Charles Leslie Row was born on February 15th, 1930 in Lloydminster, Saskatchewan. The family of three spent the first four years of Les’ life living at the Southminster elevator his father managed. In the spring of 1934, they moved back to the family farm that had been settled in 1905 southwest of Marshall, SK. Les’ love of all animals began at the early age of five with his first horse, a Shetland pony named “Darkie.” Many miles were covered, and no path was left untravelled by these two. Unbeknownst to Les, Darkie had a peculiar habit which presented itself the first time they went to cross a slough. Upon entering the water, Darkie immediately stopped and appeared to be sinking. To Les’ young mind, his companion was surely trapped in a bed of quicksand. As the waters rose around them, Les dove for safety, only to discover that his “doomed” steed was merely laying down and enjoying a roll in the cooling water. It was a behaviour that continued for the length of their time together.
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Formal education for Les began at age seven when his parents deemed him mature enough to ride his horse into town. He made the four-mile trip to Marshall School everyday, carrying with him his homework and lunch pail consisting of an old syrup can. Many of his fellow students soon came to rely upon him, as these cans were often difficult to pry open. Even as a child, Les was always willing to help others, and with his strong hands and incredibly hard nails, no can lid could best him. At age sixteen, Les felt he had received an adequate education and was ready to pursue his true passion of working and caring for the land. This year also marked an important milestone in any young man’s life – obtaining a driver’s license. At this time, all that was needed was the word of two individuals attesting to one’s driving skill. With his license came the purchase of his first vehicle, a 1927 General Motors one ton. Les drove this and many other vehicles over the next seventy-five years, accident and incident free. On more than one occasion, his finesse behind the wheel impressed those around him. Who wouldn’t be astounded by an eighty-nine year old tearing it up down a nearly impassable, rutted dirt road after a three day rain? Les was always mechanically inclined, and at age 19, enrolled in an automotive course covering both gas and diesel engines. He was continuously interested in furthering his skill sets, and, to that end, also became proficient in carpentry and welding. This acquired
knowledge served him well with the unexpected passing of his father two years later. Assuming the responsibility of running the family farm was the task he now faced, and one that he proved himself to be more than capable of. Les’ interests were not solely tied to the farm, as after a three-year courtship, he wed Ellen Gessner of Battleford, SK. in July of 1960. From this union were born Helen and Bill. Second only to his family was the passion he had for his livestock and land. With the purchase of his first Charolais bull in 1965, Les began his lifelong involvement in the purebred cattle industry. Many successes have since followed, ranging from acknowledgments of superior genetic performance to being honoured as a Foundation Family by the Saskatchewan Charolais Association. He was especially proud to be presented with the Century Family Farm award in 2005, a legacy that will continue for generations to come. Awards and recognitions aside, Les’ greatest joys were found in quiet times spent with family, friends, and neighbours. The simple pleasures of being outdoors, whether horseback riding, quadding, ski-dooing, fishing, gopher hunting, berry picking, or just taking a walk, were all his personal riches. In ranching, as in life, there is always strife, challenges, and events beyond one’s control. How one deals with these defines an individual’s character. If any one event could capture the essence that is Les Row, it would be a story told by Dr. Glenn Weir, founder of Weir Veterinary Service, Lloydmin-
ster: One afternoon, Glenn posed a question to his staff who had all been on a break while he was dealing with a client. He told them that he had just informed a customer that their recently purchased, purebred animal, one which was meant to be a foundation member of the herd, was terminally ill and the best that could be hoped for was to have it turned into hamburger. In response to this devastating news, the owner’s reply was neither blasphemous nor anger-filled, but merely, “Well isn’t that a son-of-a-gun.” The question to his staff was whether anyone could guess the identity of this client. And as the story goes, one answer rang out from the unified voices of all present, “Les Row!” Two words that will forever embody the heart of an eternal optimist and the spirit of a true cowboy. He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by; his children, Helen Row Toews (Tom Toews) and Bill (Linda) Row; his grandchildren, Chris Walker, Rebecca Walker, Justin Walker, Aliyah Toews, Tyson Row (fiancée Nicole Fraser) and Chylynne Row; his great-grandchildren, Kayden Walker and Ava Walker. The family of Les Row would like to extend their sincerest gratitude to Dr. Spangenberg and staff of Maidstone Health Complex for their knowledge and support that allowed Les to remain at home. Deepest of thanks to Donald LeGoffe and staff of McCaw Funeral Service as well for all their work and compassion during this time. Donations in Les' memory may be made to the Lloydminster and District SPCA.
KIRK DOUGLAS HOBBS May 3, 1962 March 15, 2021 It is with deep sorrow and much love that the family of Kirk Douglas Hobbs of Crane Lake, Alberta announces his passing on Monday, March 15, 2021 at the age of 58 years. Kirk will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 24 years: Cheryl Hobbs of Crane Lake; five children:
Cody Bellemore of Spruce Grove, Shylyn (Clint) Noble of Bow Island, AB, Tegan Hobbs of Sundre, AB, Jade Hobbs of Saskatoon, SK, Bailey May Hobbs of Crane Lake, AB; four grandchildren: Keirra Degooyer, Liam Bellemore, Jack Noble, Ace Noble; two brothers: Gerald Hobbs, Lorry Jones; three sisters: Sharon McDonald, Barbara Dennett, Shelly Massey. Kirk was predeceased by his parents: Tom & Virginia Hobbs. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Memorial tributes in memory of Kirk may be sent to Haying in the 30’s Box 35, Mallaig, Alberta, T0A 2K0. Please visit our website at w w w. m e m e n t o f u n e r a l chapel.com to view online obituary and send condolences.
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ALBERT AIRDRIE
December 12, 1936 – March 30, 2012 We are sad within our memory, Lonely are our thoughts today. For the one loved so dearly, Has forever been called away.
BIRD: On March 13, 2021, Mona Bird passed away in Lloydminster, Alberta, at the age of 102. She is survived by: her two children, Terry (Deborah), and Laurie (Dan); two grandchildren, Amelia (T.J.), and Mary-Lee; one great-grandchild, Caleb; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by: her husband, Fred; brother, Bill; sister, Margaret; and parents, Earl and Margaret Chapman. Before marriage, Mona taught school in various Saskatchewan localities, often in a rural one-room school. She was an avid curler and gardener. Later in
life she rarely missed a baseball game on TV. The Blue Jays were her favourite team! She always kept a keen eye on the weather and was usually the first person to warn family members of any impending inclemency. The family would like to express their thanks to Dr. Kerlis, as well as the staff at both the Dr. Hemstock Residence and the Dr. Cooke Extended Care Centre for the care given to Mona in her final years. In light of covid restrictions, no service will be held. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the charity of your choice.
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