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Lloyd Samaritans bond with Uganda GEOFF LEE

WRITER

.................................. Meet us under the mango tree. That’s what a group of about 11 Lloydminster area residents did earlier this year on a “vision trip” invitation to Uganda to experience the success of a project called Our Village Community Partnership (OVCP). The project supporters met again inside the Living Faith Pentecostal Tabernacle on Oct. 9 to organize a fundraiser and hear more about OVCP from its Canadian director and co-founder, Terra Lorenz, now living in Saskatoon. Lorenz and Ugandan Paul Bogere took over a corrupt rural orphanage more than 12 years ago with a dream to transform it into a school and create sustainable local communities. “We reconnect children with living relatives and we partner with those families to help them get access to education, health care and different training,” said Lorenz, who lived

in Uganda for nearly six years. Now she has a twoyear-old daughter so she is trying to organize a team to get some other people to go to the site in Uganda.

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It’s coming up to 13 years—it’s beautiful. There’s children that I met in in 2006 —it was really a bleak situation and today they have jobs and they have broken the cycle of poverty.

The inspiration for OVCP came from learning that Ugandan families living in extreme poverty felt the only way for their children to access those services was to leave them at an orphanage. Lorenz learned these families didn’t want to abandon their children but saw it as the only way of giving them a chance at a better life. Today, the school has about 560 elementary students and more than

75 students attending secondary school or a trades school. The project also facilitates agricultural training for men and women and teaches tailoring trades to women. “It’s coming up to 13 years—it’s beautiful. There’s children that I met in 2006 —it was really a bleak situation and today they have jobs and they have broken the cycle of poverty,” said Lorenz. “They are providing for their families. Over the years when you see the effort pay off, it’s incredibly uplifting.” Lorenz says the Ugandans are leading the training on the ground with her role being behind the scenes to support them with what they need. Her goal is to get every project to the point where it’s fully self-sustaining and she welcomes supporters and the many sponsors from Lloydminster with open arms. Helping to beat the drums of awareness is Victoria Johnson, a wealth services consul-

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Former Kitscoty area resident Terra Lorenz, right, the director of Our Village Community Project in Uganda, chatted with a retired cook from the program during a group trip to Uganda by about 11 area residents earlier in the year.

tant with Synergy Credit Union and Lorenz’s aunt who visited the project site in January. “It was heartwarming, quite remarkable—lifechanging when you get to meet the people you hear about from Terra— seeing how they all come together as a community outside of the school,”

said Johnson. The trip also made her feel incredibly grateful to live in Canada and also very grateful to go and experience what they did experience. “Seeing the poverty over there—but also just seeing the joy and love of the people—they were constantly thanking us

Canadians for all our support,” she said. “ We ne e d t o t h ank them for the learning opportunities they give us as well.” She also thanks Synergy for letting her go during the busy RSP investment period of the year. CONTINUED ON PAGE 4

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On the provincial stage

Holy Rosary student a part of first-ever Saskatchewan Youth Council to prepare them for their futures.” HRHS principal, Vince Orieux, was all praise for Bergen on Tuesday morning while meeting with members of the media and couldn’t be happier for the student.

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It’s a direct voice from the students that goes straight to the minister of education so he can gain awareness on what an everyday student can go through so he can learn to make a positive impact on the students.

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Holy Rosary High School’s Nate Bergen, who is currently in Grade 11, was one of only 12 high school students from across the province of Saskatchewan to be selected as members of the Provincial Youth Council. TAYLOR WEAVER

EDITOR

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What started as an idea in back May has become a reality as Saskatchewan’s Minister of Education, Gordon Wyant, followed through with his plans to form the province’s first provincial youth council. The student-led group will work directly with the minister of education and other government officials to express their thoughts on important issues and topics concerning themselves and their peers. The council was formed to provide direction and leadership on how to engage students on a variety of topics. T h e gr oup i s m a d e up of 12 students from across Saskatchewan including one student from the Border City, Grade 11 student Nate

Bergen, who attends Holy Rosary High School (HRHS). “I got involved with the youth council last June when Mr. Orieux approached me and informed me that some of the staff here at Holy Rosary thought I’d make a good candidate for this youth council, and it just lifted off from there,” said Bergen. “It is such a tremendous honour. I was so excited to find out last week that I made it.” Bergen is hoping to bring a unique perspective on the school system through experiences he’s gained living in the Border City. He is also looking forward to sharing his voice and let others know how he thinks he could improve certain aspects of the school system to make a positive impact on

everyone. “It’s a direct voice from the students that goes straight to the minister of education so he can gain awareness on what an everyday student can go through, so he can learn to make a positive impact on the students,” he said. “I just hope I can make people aware of what goes on in Lloyd and make the people here feel that they can bring a unique voice and change to the school system.” Minister Wyant had the following to say about this exciting new adventure. “We have inspirational students across our province who are leaders in their own schools and communities. By engaging students on a provincial level, we can provide supports that better reflect what they need

“Nate’s a wellrounded kid. He’s very bright, he’s very social, he’s interested in how things work in the school and he’s always giving up his time to make our school and school community better, so he’s an excellent candidate,” said Orieux. “ I’m ve ry p ro u d t o have Nate selected. It’s a small group (with) 12 kids across the province and it was pretty tight timelines as far as getting our application in, and he did some good work for us in support of our teachers to help put the application together so we’re thrilled to have him involved.” Orieux also added how the student voice is very important and how often times the voice of youth is left out, something that should change moving forward with education in the province. “It’s a very proactive and important program that the ministry is taking initiative with, and we’re just happy to have a kid be able to have his voice heard.”

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Lending a helping hand when it’s needed FROM PAGE 1

Sandra Thorpe, a

stay-at-home mom called the trip beauti-

ful and heartwarming while acquiring some words of wisdom from the people they met— sometimes under a mango tree as a Ugandan custom. “ Th e y t au g h t u s t o love the simple things in life, to laugh every day, to hold hands, to sing and just mostly to appreciate the simple things you have,” she said. One of Sandra’s jobs was to teach some of the children to knit as a skill to use to someday sell their own products. Sandra was a former teacher at Queen Elizabeth School. “We spent a lot of time with kids on our lap talking, sharing stories, walking around, laughing reading, she said. Sandra’s daughter, Sarah Thorpe who is a professional photographer in Lloydminster, documented the vision trip with her photogr aphs on d isplay at

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Taylor Lorenz whipped up a batch of Mandazi, an African donut as part of a fundraiser for a Uganda school project called Our Village Community Partnership directed by her cousin Terra. The event took place at the Living Faith Pentecostal Tabernacle on Oct. 9.

the fundraiser. “I’d like to go back and do more video work so that you can hear more of their stories rather than just have photos,” she said. “It was very inspiring.

It definitely changes your perspective of how kids are raised in Canada versus in Uganda.” Funds for OVCP were raised through the sale of African crafts, donations, and

a silent auction. Entertainment was provided by Lorenz’s brother, Ramsay Moore and musician Earl Stevenson while guests were treated to Uganda desserts.

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In a council minute Highlights from inside council chambers for last week’s meeting MERIDIAN SOURCE STAFF

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- Administration presented their findings regarding the Entrance Signage project. Bason on the evaluation criteria, administration recommended PM Signs of Edmonton be chosen for the contract. Council then awarded the Entrance Signage project contact to PM Signs of Edmonton for four signs in the amount of $187,700.10 excluding GST. In addition, council approved a contingency allowance of 5 per cent in the amount of $9,385.01,

excluding GST to be funded from the 2019 Captial Budget. - Administration p resented the C o uncil Remuneration Pol-

icy, being the policy that determines the wages, per diem, and other supports for elected members of council. - Council requested

information regarding the policy, and that information is being presented to council during the Oct. 28 meeting.

Dangerous Goods Route open house MERIDIAN SOURCE STAFF

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The City of Lloydminster is hosting a dangerous goods and designated truck route open house tonight. In efforts to hear resident’s feedback, members of the City’s Engineering department and ISL Engineering will be available. The open house is being held at the Servus Sports Centre, 5202 12 Street, from 5 to 8 p.m. The purpose of the open house is to better understand how orga-

nizations and residents transport goods within the municipal boundaries, and how adjustments may better suit their needs while providing safe and efficient options for travel and transportation within the area. The information collected through these events will inform the draft route concepts. To further facilitate resident and stakeholder involvement in the project, an online survey will be available until Oct. 24.

To stay up-to-date on the project and to com-

plete the survey, visit yourvoicelloyd.ca/DGR.

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Put feed cart before the horse GEOFF LEE

WRITER

.................................. Hold your horses. The Lloydminster Co-op Agro Centre is hosting a free Equine Nutrition Event for horse owners on Oct. 23 with doors open at 6:30 p.m. The event is being organized by Trent Schultz, vice president of agriculture for Lloydminster Co-op, to provide nutritional information to the local horse community. The event will take place at the Agro Centre at 4515-52 Street with presentations by two top equine nutrition specialists at 7 p.m. The speakers are Amanda Van De Kerckhove, a Saskatchewan trained livestock nutritionist with Co-op Feeds, and Laramie Wiginton, a territory account manager for New Generation Supplements in Wyoming. “It’s basically for anybody who has questions about their horses’ well-being and nutrition. It’s an opportunity for them to ask specific questions,” said Schultz. Schultz says the Agro Centre offers informational nights to their beef members and the Co-op thought why not support all of their equine members too. “We just thought it was a good opportunity for everyone to have access to that information,” said Schultz. He noted the event is also a good way for the Agro Centre to promote their related inventory of horse feeds, supplements and products such as tack and grooming supplies.

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Amanda Van De Kerckhove, a livestock nutritionist with Co-op Feeds in Saskatchewan, will join Laramie Wiginton, a territory account manager for New Generation Supplements in Wyoming, to present horse nutrition information during an Equine Nutrition Event at the Lloydminster Co-op Agro Centre on Oct. 23.

“We have two different full line-ups of specialized feed and supplements. The sky’s the limit when you have all these different nutritional needs,” said Schultz. He says a sedentary pasture horse can exist on winter hay and grass, but that’s not the case with active horses and horses with health issues. “As your horse works more, it has different nutritional needs than a horse in a pasture. It depends on what you’re doing with your horse,” said Schultz. Nutritional specialist Van De Kerckhove, who has a masters of science in ruminant nutrition from the University of Saskatoon, will answer questions from horse owners on their animals’ gut health and their basic nutritional requirements. Schultz says if a horse has too much grass, for example, it can affect

their feet growth which can make them lame. “As your horse ages, they tend not to be able to eat as well because they’ve got teeth problems and they’re thinner,” he said. Shultz notes horses with performance issues, newborn foals and pregnant mares have special nutritional needs too. The Agro Centre offer pellets and grain rations so horses are able to digest their feed and take it on easier. “Having a good relationship with your local veterinarian is very key,” he said, along with nutritional knowledge that the speakers will provide. Wiginton was raised on a horse and cattle ranch in central Wyoming and he specializes in the role of Omega 3 fatty acids in equine diets. “He’s a salt and mineral guy and a rep for New Generation

which is a line of lick tubs which carry vitami ns and mi ne r al s — everything your horse needs beside feed,” said Schultz. Schultz says interest in attending the nutritional event is strong with so many types of horses in the area such as workhorses, thoroughbreds, race horse types, quarter horses and horses that you see at the rodeo or 4-H clubs. “They all have different nutritional needs and calorie needs based on their workload,” said Schultz. He says now is the ideal time to host an equine nutrition event for horse owners and Agro Centre members. “Owners may have questions about their horse’s diet heading into the winter season,” he said. Schultz notes there will be some in-store specials and door prizes for attendees.

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Quit smoking classes free MERIDIAN SOURCE STAFF

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Butt out for keeps with a pack of fellow smokers. Alberta Health Services (AHS) is offering a free tobacco-cessation program called QuitCore to Lloydminster and area smokers. The QuitCore program is led by trained specialists and teaches people who use tobacco how to develop a plan to quit while providing strategies to address recovery symptoms and manage stress. The program also connects participants with others trying to quit and gives them access to the tools and support needed to build a tobacco-free lifestyle. QuitCore will be offered on Tuesdays from 1 to 2:30 p.m. starting Oct. 22 at Sprucewood Centre at 5101 48 Street. By taking part in

File Photo QuitCore, participants can also access financial supports for nicotine replacement therapy (NRT). AHS says combining counselling offered through the QuitCore program with the use of NRTs increases an individual’s chances of quitting successfully when compared to using one quit method alone. To register, interested participants can

call toll-free 1-866-710QUIT (7848). For additional resources and support for people who wish to quit tobacco or remain tobacco free visit www. albertaquits.ca. Tobacco is the leading preventable cause of disease, disability and premature death in Alberta, causing more than 3,000 deaths each year across the province. Many more Albertans

suffer from tobaccorelated illnesses. AHS offers various programs and services to help Albertans quit tobacco, including telephone and online support services, one-on-one counselling and group cessation programs, such as QuitCore. The program, which launched in 2008, is now available in more than 25 communities across the province.

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Lloyd gets ready to vote with candidate forum MERIDIAN SOURCE STAFF

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Last Thursday night the question on the minds of many Lloydminster and area residents was “who am I voting for?” With the Oct. 21 federal election on the horizon and many disgruntled Canadians f r om coast -t o-coast to-coast, that’s a question many people are asking themselves, and most minds are already made up. An all-candidates meeting, put on by the Chamber of Commerce, was held at the Lloydminster Exhibition Grounds last Thursday evening to a busy room of curious voters. The Saskatchewan candidates were first to take the stage with Larry Ingram representing the Liberal

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Battlefords-Lloydminster MP Rosemarie Falk, answers a question from moderator John Winter during last week’s all-candidate forum, held at the Lloydminster Exhibition Grounds. To Falk’s right is Liberal candidate Larry Ingram.

Party of Canada, Rosemarie Falk representing the Conservative Party of Canada, Jason MacInnis with the People’s Party of Canada, and Marcella Pedersen representing the

NDP. After two-and-a-half hours the candidates from Alberta took to the stage to have their voices heard. Jeffrey Swanson was representing the NDP,

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Lakeland MP Shannon Stubbs responds to a question last Thursday night at the Lloydminster Exh as the all-candidates forum was held for the Oct. 21 election.

Roberta Graham was representing the Veterans Coalition Party, Alain Houle was with the People’s Party of Canada, and Shannon Stubbs was representing the Conservative Party of Canada. All candidates had a chance to speak to members of the audience regarding who they are and what they stand for before taking questions from those audience members, asked by moderator John Winter. Advance polling stations are now closed, but make sure to exercise your democratic rights on Oct. 21 and have your voice heard. If you still don’t know where your polling station is or have any other questions regarding the election visit www.elections.ca.

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Leave it to Weaver Cherish the minor things not the mountains EDITOR

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Taylor Weaver

Don’t cherish the mountains you say? Have you completely lost your mind? I don’t literally mean mountains, as in the beautiful, picturesque things that sit just west of Calgary ... I’m talking about the “mountain out of a molehill” type deal, you guys know what I’m getting at! What did everyone get up to over the long weekend? I’d love to hear about it. We could start a new segment for the paper called “through the reader’s window” but instead of sharing photos you take we’ll give our readers a glimpse at what goes on in your houses on weekends.

OK, on second thought, that’s a terrible idea and this column should never see the light of day ... but here we are! This past weekend I got up to quite a bit right here in Lloyd, but I also went to Wainwright on Sunday for Thanksgiving dinner with my cousin (from Ontario) and his in-laws. Oh boy did I have a blast. It’s not a big family gathering or holiday meal if there isn’t a decently sized group of people on hand to help, ranging from ages two and beyond. Here’s the kicker to this family dinner I had ... I knew four of the roughly 14 people that were there. So to the family in Wainwright that welcomed me into your home to have dinner, thank you kindly! And it’s always great to see family, right?

Living in Alberta for six years I sometimes forget what those big gatherings are like. This summer I spent two weeks in Ontario and didn’t really have too much downtime between going here or there and seeing as many friends and as much family as possible, which is great, just a change of pace for me. I always feel welcome though, whether it’s in Ontario or out here, people make me feel welcome. This has been proven on a number of occasions as every time a holiday weekend approaches I get invites from friends, work associates, you name it! So I’m never alone for holidays, and Christmas last year (as well as this year) is being spent with my dad in Canmore. The bonus this year is my brother’s coming! What could go wrong?

Letters to the Editor We welcome letters to the editor. Letters should be 500 words or less. A name and daytime phone number is required for verification. Priority will be given to letters exclusively written for the Meridian Source. We reserve the right to edit letters for clarity, brevity, spelling, grammar, punctuation and libel. Unsigned letters will not be published. Use of pseudonyms will only be allowed in special circumstances, at the discretion of the editor and the publisher, and only if the author’s identity is known to the editor. Publication of a letter does not imply endorsement by the Meridian Source. Send to taylor@meridiansource.ca

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Opinion

Leeway from Lloyd: Flu shot better than flu STAFF WRITER GEOFF LEE

This year we can get a flu shot on Oct. 21, the same day as the federal government election. That should be enough to stoke conspiracy theorists and anti-vaccination advocates out there. The reality is a flu shot can definitely

save your life or lessen the severity of the virus and help to stop it from spreading. For those who don’t think flu shots work or somehow cause the illness, try telling that to the estimated 50 to 100 million people in the world who died in

the 1918 Spanish flu pandemic. The death toll makes that one of the deadliest epidemics in human history. There were no vaccinations back then. Fast forward to 2019 as one of Australia’s most serious flu seasons is coming to an end, and it could mean an outbreak is on its way to parts of North America. Australia’s Department of Health reports there have been 272,000 laboratory confirmed cases

Dear editor ...

n behalf of T h e W a r A m p s , I would like to thank reporter Geoff Lee (Sept.30), for featuring Elijah Belanger, a local member of The War Amps Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program. As The War Amps enters its second century, stories like this help bring important awareness to the many vital programs we offer for all Canadian amputees. Although the Asso-

ciation has developed many innovative and unique programs over the past 100 years, there is still much to do to ensure amputees have the artificial limbs they need to lead full and active lives. With the public’s continued support of the Key Tag and Address Label Service, our commitment remains to improve the lives of amputees, like Elijah, long into the future. - Danita Chisholm

of the flu and 662 deaths this year. Getting a preventative flu shot is easy here in Lloydminster. There are many free flu shots clinics scheduled right through to March 30 along with pharmacy shots, so there is no excuse for not protecting yourself and your loved ones. Flu shots are recommended for those at higher risk, including seniors, people with underlying chronic health condi-

tions, children under five, and pregnant women. Seniors often have chronic health conditions (like heart or lung disease or diabetes) and weaker immune systems, which makes them particularly vulnerable to complications from influenza. Another pandemic is likely given human history, but if you need a quick scare to get a flu shot try reading a 2018 book The Wolves of Win-

ter. I recently finished it and I am ready to roll up my arm for an immunization. The book stars a young woman who learns to survive in Canada’s Yukon after society has collapsed from nuclear wars and a deadly flu virus. It’s a great read for conspiracy buffs since the plot notes the virus was weaponized. Better safe than sorry, so I am getting a flu shot on election day when I can cast a vote for health too.

Letter to the editor ... J

ustin Trudeau introduced to all Canadians a carbon tax. His life is one big hypocrisy. The PM who stalled a pipe line and eventually bought it with “Canadian Taxpayer’s Money” for 4.5 billion has a proposed offshore trust account of 1.2 million dollars which affords him and in his words, his life of “admitted white privilege.” How did he get it might you ask? When his grandfather Charles-Emile Trudeau,

the father of one PM (Pierre Trudeau) and grandfather of another (Justin Trudeau) sold his Montreal-area gas stations to Imperial Oil. The hypocrisy, narcissism, and entitlement that has been part and parcel right from the beginning of Justin Trudeau needs to go! We deserve more accountability from the leader of our country! So in conclusion, Canada’s 4 year experiment with Justin Trudeau as our PM

is a fail or bust. We can’t make it an 8-year experiment with our sanctimonious Justin Trudeau as our PM. The troops going into battle are only as good as the captain that leads them. It’s time to scuttle the SS Justin Trudeau along with all its Gilligans’. We as Canadians deserve much better! We need more substance and less pretty socks from the PM of my country! - Dwayne Paterson

Through the reader’s lens

Mike from Canmore Submitted to the Meridian Source

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

EVERY MONDAY — SQUARE DANCING The Lloydminster Chain and Circle Dance Club is hosting square dancing every Monday except on long weekends. The dancing will happen from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Legacy Centre at 5101-46 St. Please use the back or west door. For singles and couples, this is an inexpensive and fun activity in a co-operative, brain active and mildly aerobic environment. Your first evening is free and no experience is necessary. Call Kendall at 306825-3770 or email Esther at moment101@hotmail.com for more info. EVERY TUESDAY — VOLLEYBALL Drop in volleyball from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Takes place at the Servus Sports Centre and everyone is welcome, noncompetitive and no experience is necessary. Come for fun and exercise and meet some great people. EVERY FOURTH TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH There is a Parkinson disease support group every fourth Tuesday of the month at Southridge Community Church from 2-4 p.m. put on by the Parkinson Association of Alberta. EVERY TUESDAY — ADAPTED YOGA From 10 – 11 a.m. at the Community Service Centre. For more information please contact Ann-Dee at 780-8710513. EVERY TUESDAY & SATURDAY — FARMER’S MARKET Downtown Farmer’s Market at the Fred North Community Centre (5002 - 51 Avenue, Lloydminster) from 11 a.m. 5 p.m. (Tues) 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (Sat) We’re on Facebook.

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EVERY THURSDAY – FARMER’S MARKET The Border City Farmer’s Market takes place every Thursday at the Servus Sports Centre (5202-12 st.) from 12-6 p.m. EVERY TUESDAY AND THURSDAY – LABIS WALKING PROGRAM Brain injury survivors are invited to join the Lloydminster and Area Brain Injury Society (LABIS) Walking Program on Tuesdays from 1 to 2:30 p.m. and Thursdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Servus Sports Centre. It is free of charge. For more info please call 306-825-7212. EVERY SECOND SUNDAY – NORTH BEND HALL MUSIC JAM A North Bend Hall Music Jam is held every second Sunday from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. All ages and levels of performers are welcome. Enjoy dancing on our historic wooden dance floor. Directions to North Bend Hall are: From Alcurve - 17 kms east on Highway 3 to RR 3262, north four kms. From the Deer Creek Bridge eight kms west on Highway 3 to RR 3262, north four kms. PRE-SCHOOL REGISTRATION The Border City Aboriginal Head Start program is accepting First Nations, Metis and Inuit children between the ages of three and four years to attend classes four days a week from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. We offer a structured play themed day full of fun and adventure. Come in for an application at Bay 3, 5009-48 Ave. Or call 306-8255255 for more information. OCT. 17 – TEA AND BAKE SALE Pioneer Lodge Fall Tea and Bake Sale is being held on Thursday, Oct. 17. Bake sale

To place an event, email taylor@meridiansource.ca or fax 306-825-5147

starts at 1:30 p.m. Tea starts at 2 p.m. Admission is $4. Everyone welcome. 5722-50 Street. OCT. 20 – BLACKFOOT FALL BEEF SUPPER The Blackfoot Fall Supper is being held on Oct. 20 from 5-6:30 p.m. at the Blackfoot Hall. Adults are $15, ages 6-12 are $7 and 5 and under are free. Family rate of $50 (single family only). OCT. 20 –FALL SUPPER The Fall Supper at St. Anthony’s Parish in Lloydminster, 2704-56 Ave. is being held on Oct. 20 from 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. OCT. 20 – CRIB TOURNEY There is a crib tourney being held at 12 p.m. on Oct. 20 at the Frenchman Butte Legion Hall. Prize money is determined by a percentage of the crowd and the entry fee is $10 per person. Lunch is available and everyone is welcome. OCT. 20 –ALCURVE HALL FALL SUPPER Come on out to Alcurve Fall Supper on Oct. 20. Dinner starts at 4:30 p.m. at the Alcurve Hall, located 26km north of Lloydminster on Highway 17. OCT. 25 – OKTOBERFEST The Lloydminster German Heritage Society presents Oktoberfest on Friday, Oct. 25, at the Stockade Convention Centre. Dance to The Emeralds. Entertainment by the Concordia Alpenrose Dancers. Doors open at 6 p.m., supper from 7 - 8 p.m., dance from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. late lunch from 10:30 - 11 p.m. Pretzels and much more. Tickets are $45 per person in advance and $50 at the door, or $380 for a corporate table of 8. Tickets available from the Lloydminster Animal Hospital , Cliff Rose,

Southside Vet Clinic and society members – Mo 780-8757171, Chris/Monte – 780-8718455/780-875-0264, Betty 780-870-5568, Martin at 306821-6666 or Rosemarie 306825-3177. OCT. 27 – FALL SUPPER The Marwayne fall supper and ag fair will be held at the community hall from 5 to 7 p.m. Turkey, ham and trimmings. Bar will be open. Adults $15. Children 6 to 12 are $5. OCT. 27 –FALL SUPPER The Neilburg United Church Fall Supper is being held on Oct. 27 at the Neilburg Community Hall from 5-7 p.m. Enjoy turkey and all the trimmings. Adults $15, 6-11 yrs $5, 5 and under free. NOV. 3 – WESECA FALL SUPPER Turkey and all the Trimmings at the Waseca Hall Nov. 3, from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. M.S.T. (time change that weekend) Adults $12.50 Kids 6-12 $6.00 Kids Under 6 Free. NOV. 3 – FALL SUPPER The Kitscoty United Church Annual Fall Supper is Nov, 3 at Kitscoty Community Hall from 4:30 p.m. -7 p.m. Come and enjoy a delicious turkey supper with all the fixings! Adults $17 ,6-12 years-$8, under 6 free. NOV. 7 – AUXILIARY FALL TEA The Dr. Cooke Auxiliary Fall Tea is being held on Nov. 7 at the Dr. Cooke Extended Care Centre, 3915-56 Ave, from 2-4 p.m. with Door Prizes, Bake Sale, Raffles, Crafts, Mystery Parcels, Admission $3. Everyone Welcome NOV. 8 – OLD TIME DANCE SCHEDULE Old Time Dances are being held at the Legacy Centre in Lloydminster starting at 7:30

p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Lunch will be at the end of the dance. Dates for dances include Nov. 8 with music from Leon Ochs, Jan. 10, 2020 featuring music by Memory Lane, Feb. 14, 2020 and Mar. 13, 2020 with music to be announced at a later date. Enjoy an evening of dancing and fellowship. LLOYDMINSTER LEARNING COUNCIL Books for Babies, Program for Moms, Dads and/or caregivers & babies (newborn to 1 year) 4 weeks - Mondays Sept 30-Oct 28 (No class Oct 14). Registration Night for English Language Programs, Monday Sept. 16, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Community Services Building, Workshop Room, 4419 - 52 Ave. Fee: No Charge, Call 780875-5763 for any questions. English Language Classes being offered: Beginner, advanced, intermediate, 10 weeks, Tuesdays & Thursdays, Sept. 24 - Nov. 28, 7 - 9 p.m., Fee: No Charge, Call 780-8755763 to register. English Language Classes for Women, 10 weeks, Wednesdays, Sept. 25 - Nov. 27, 1 - 3 p.m., Learn day to day conversational English, pronunciation, reading and writing (work, doctor appointments, children’s school), Fee: No Charge, Call 780-875-5763 to register. Fun With Numbers, Program for Moms, Dads and/ or caregivers & children (4-6 years) 6 weeks - Tuesdays Oct. 8 - Nov. 12 OR Thursdays Jan. 30-Mar. 12, 2020 (No class Feb. 20) 10 - 11:30 a.m. Fee: No charge, Call 780-875-5763 to register. Technology Series for Seniors, 5 weeks, Wednesdays, Nov. 6 - Dec. 4, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., Fee: $125.00, Call 780875-5763 to register. Microsoft Office Series, 5 weeks, Tuesdays, Nov. 5 - Dec. 3, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Fee: $125.00, Call 780-875-5763 to register.

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The latest fall sale of Crown petroleum and natural gas dispositions in Saskatchewan generated about $2.2 million for an average of $309.50/hectare. The revenue from the on Oct. 1 sale is more than the previous sale on Aug. 13 that generated approximately $1.5 million at an average of $281.62/ha. The top bidder in the province was Midale Petroleums Ltd., that spent $470,425 to acquire 5 leases consisting of 532.655 ha. The highest bonus bid received on a parcel in this offering was $240,480 for 129.274 ha in the Estevan area.

This lease was purchased by Midale Petroleums Ltd. and is located near the Benson Midale Beds Oil Pool and within the Bakken Viewfield Oil Pool, 18 km northwest of Lampman. The top dollars per hectare received in this offering was on a parcel in the Estevan Area. This 32.249 ha lease was purchased by Highrock Resources Ltd. for $4,111/ha for a total of about $132,575. This parcel is situated near the Minard Midale Beds Oil Pool and the Benson East Midale Beds Oil Pool, 12 km northwest of Lampman. Sales in the Lloydminster area generated approximately

File Photo $207,417, an average of $580.22/ha/. This compares to revenue of about $337,570 at an average of $409.08/ha at the August offering. The highest bonus bid and the top dollars

p e r h e c t a re re c e i ve d in the Lloydminster area was for a parcel located in the Neilburg North Mannville Sands Pool, 5 km southeast of Lashburn. This 243.407 ha lease

was purchased by Cougar Creek Land Ltd. for $745.15/ha or a total of about $181,374. Husky Oil Operations Limited was the most act ive bi d d e r i n th i s area picking up 6 leases

totalling 97.904 ha for nearly $24,920. These parcels are situated in the Edam West Mannville Sand Pool, 8 km southwest of Edam. The next land sale is Dec. 13.

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Health Minister Tyler Shandro has asked MLA Jeremy Nixon to lead a review of the province’s tobacco and smoking legislation, with a focus on regulating vaping. “Like most Alber-

tans, I’m concerned about the rising use of vaping products, especially among young people, and recent reports of severe lung disease associated with these products,” said Tyler Shandro Health Minister. “We don’t know yet

what the links are, but we know vaping has risks. We need evidence-based regulation of tobacco and related products, including vaping products.” Alberta’s current smoking and tobacco legislation doesn’t specifically address vaping

or the use of tobaccolike products such as hookah and water pipe in public and work places. The Alberta Tobacco and Smoking Reduction Act requires a review to begin by Nov. 1. In the coming weeks, Albertans will be

informed as to how they can submit their input. The review will begin by Nov. 1, as required, and is expected to be completed by the end of the year. Amendments to the act will be introduced in the spring 2020 session of the

legislature. Alberta’s Chief Medical Officer of Health added vaping-related acute severe lung illness to the official list of “notifiable conditions” under the Public Health Act on Sept. 5. To date, no Alberta cases have been reported. 19103CE1 19103CE2

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Celebrating Small Business Week across the country

he 40th edition of the Business Development Bank of Canada’s (BDC) Small Business Week (SBW), to be held coast-to-coast from Oct. 20 to 26, will bring together entrepreneurs at hundreds of events across the country to learn and network with their peers. As part of SBW 2019, BDC’s president and CEO, Michael Denham and Chief Economist, Pierre Cléroux, will meet with entrepreneurs in cities across the country to present the findings of a new report look-

ing at how the Canadian entrepreneurial landscape has changed in the past 20 years. Cities to be visited include Surrey, Vancouver, Edmonton, Saskatoon, London, Montreal, Quebec City and Halifax. BDC will also make public a survey that takes a closer look at the people behind the businesses, to find out who are Canada’s entrepreneurs, what challenges they face and what specific skills have allowed them to succeed. CONTINUED ON PAGE 16

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Highlighting hard-working Canadians FROM PAGE 14

“Canada is one of the most entrepreneurial nations in the world; our history is full of great men and women who built globally competitive businesses,” said Denham. “This year, we want to showcase their hard work and successes and explore the key entrepreneurial skills that have underpinned their growth.” As well, during SBW and throughout the fall, BDC will invite entrepreneurs and the business community to celebrate the Bank’s 75th anniversary. “Since 1944, we’ve been at their side, helping them build and grow their businesses. As we celebrate our

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When small businesses succeed, our economy grows, and middle-class jobs are created, which is why our government is working hard to reduce red tape and make it easier for businesses to start up, scale up and access new markets.

75th anniversary we look forward to everything we can still achieve together,” added Denham. “Thanks to the hard work of BDC, Small Business Week has become an anticipated annual recognition of the backbone of the Canadian economy: Small businesses! When small businesses succeed, our economy grows, and middle-class jobs are created, which is why our government is working hard

to reduce red tape and make it easier for businesses to start up, scale up and access new markets,” said the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business and Export Promotion. There are many events taking place in Edmonton next week including a Table Talk workshop on Oct. 23, a seminar about learning to measure what matters on Oct. 22, a workshop on preparing for change with CPA Alberta on

Oct. 22, among many others. For more information and

a full list of events visit bdc. ca/small-business-week.

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News and views 1963 WHISPERS OF THE PAST SANDRA L. BROWN

As Lloydminster residents looked around their town in 1963, they proudly saw much to celebrate during its first 60 years of settlement. We will never experience first-hand their hardships and challenges to homestead on undeveloped land but we can carry on their community spirit. I have many memories from growing up in Lloydminster. One from my childhood still makes me laugh. On the corner lot of o u r b l oc k, t h e re w as a large house surrounded by caragana bushes we had to pass in order to get to school.

Rumours ran rampant amongst us kids about the dungeon in its basement and what it may contain. We all ran quickly past this house, not daring to breathe until w e safely p assed the back alley entrance. I have no idea how this rumour was started, all I knew for sure was there was no way I was spending my life living in a dungeon! So how did the pioneers progress from barren land to a prospering community? For one businessman the answer is “one loaf at a time.” Finding themselves unemployed in 1936 the Donnelly’s started baking at home and

selling their baked goods. This led to renting a portion of property for a bakery eventually purchasing the same in 1947. “After a considerable number of years by keeping fit by jumping in to and out of debt, we finally achieved our aim.” The Barr Colony Museum Fund committee was seeking donations and had already raised $14,000 which was over half their objective. Letters were sent out soliciting funds by the bu sy commit t ee who were also organizing the Diamond Jubilee parade and fair. When asked how Nelson Lumber Company (1949) became such a success in just 14 years, most folks would simply answer, “Vision, planning,

File Photo plenty of hard work and abundant faith in Lloydminster and its future.” This company was the endeavour of two brothers who purchased land from the Rendell family to grow one of the largest industries in Lloydminster. With its third addition in the spring (1963) boasting 18,000 square feet of space, Fisher’s 5 cent to $1.00 Store was now one of Canada’s most modern self-

serve variety stores. The family originally opened its doors in 1941 and then expanded in 1949 keeping pace with Lloydminster’s growth to offer more merchandise variety. Being that Lloydminster was viewed as an up and coming town, the Hanson brothers decided to open a business starting with a furniture store (1947) and growing it to a modern up to date hardware store (1950). A few years later

a 2,000 square foot expansion was added to the main floor plus a mezzanine for office space. They thanked folks for their patronage and hoped to serve for many years to come. With or without the dangers of a dungeon in a young girl’s mind, call it what you want. Whether it was stability and progress or the fulfillment of dreams, Lloydminster is a strong community with a rich history of achievers.

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Ethical Business Practice or Not – You Tell Me MIDWEST MINUTE VERN McCLELLAND

We recently visited Nashville, TN; one of the United States’ most rapidly growing cities. There were 35 construction cranes working on new hotels and condominiums downt o wn wi t h i n w a l ki ng distance of the arena where the Predators play plus the vibrant entertainment district along Broadway Avenue. The radio, newspaper, and television were all swamped with advertisements from companies willing to make an offer on your home within 24 hours of owners registering details on a website. The stated reason was convenience to the seller, freeing them up to move quickly to a bigger, better home without having to wait, plus avoiding cleaning the house for those annoying showings, open houses, etc. And of course, no

need to pay commissions to a broker who may, in fact, complete a sale for considerably more dollars than you first considered. Obviously, I have a healthy skepticism about such ventures. I believe when something sounds too good to be true, it probably is. One, you can be sure the offer will be considerably under the current fair market value to protect the interest of the buyer. They are in this scheme for a profit, don’t forget. Two, in my experience many sellers truly don’t have enough comparable sale information to make an informed decision without a current opinion on its value from an experienced Realtor or appraiser. These investor buyers count upon when a housing market

is trending quickly upwards, most sellers are content to get more than they paid for the property. Three, in a sellers’ market, the buyer is speculating the value in three to six months will be higher than today. It may be if demand continues to exceed supply. It is very unlikely to see this type of business in a market that is trending down or in a balanced situation. To my knowledge, we don’t have a player like this in Saskatchewan or Alberta housing today. Yes, in more robust times there were “I will sell your home in 90 days or buy it!” brokerages but again, they made money the same way as described above. It generated a lot of business as most times in a strong economy they were able to complete a sale within three months plus it usually put them in a position to earn additional commission by helping the seller purchase their next home. CONTINUED ON PAGE 20

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Ethical business practice or not – you tell me cont... FROM PAGE 19

The last six or seven years farmland has

seen a steady increase in capital value. This trend spawned a

gentleman advertising across Saskatchewan for farmland under a

similar type of mantra. He too preys on the unsophisticated landowner. And no, he is not a licensed broker. He works around the legislation in place to protect the consumer by offering a small non-refundable cash deposit in exchange for an option to purchase at a specific price within a set number of months. The price offered is always lower than fair

market value. However, the option agreement gives him a legal interest in the property and now he is free to resell it at a profit to someone else without oversight from the government’s regulators. Financing is never a problem because he admits to being backed by investors, some of whom I suspect to draw their funds from offshore. Only Canadian citizens can buy farmland

in Saskatchewan. So, if you are tempted by convenience, and don’t mind someone else flipping your property for their profit, not yours, then go for it. After all, it’s yours to sell. Vern McClelland is an associate broker with RE/MAX of Lloydminster and can be reached at (780) 8082700 or through www. vernmcclelland.remax. ca.

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Influenza vaccine is arriving in pharmacies and doctors’ offices across the province this week. “Getting your flu shot is one of the best things you can do to protect your own health and that of your community; and it’s never been easier,” said Health Minister

Tyler Shandro. “I encourage all Albertans to join me in getting immunized this season by visiting their local pharmacy or doctor’s office, or an AHS public clinic.” Influenza immunization is free to all Albertans over five years of age at pharmacies, and to Albertan six months or older at public clin-

ics and some doctors’ offices. Large influenza immunization clinics will begin in the week of Oct. 21. “Over the past 10 years, Alberta pharmacists have become the single largest provider of influenza vaccine to Albertans,” said Darren Erickson, president, Alberta Pharmacists’ Association.

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Lakeland College teams up with Sask Summer Games community in welcoming the 2020 Saskatchewan Summer Games to our region and offering our support and facilities to this exciting event.”

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As a pillar of the community, we’re excited to have them join in the ongoing efforts to encourage an active, healthy lifestyle.

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Last week, the 2020 Saskatchewan Summer Games (2020 SSG) Host Society announced Lakeland College as the upcoming sponsor of the male basketball events, as well as athlete gift sponsor.

“Youth sports are important factors in developing excellence and leadership, as well as a fantastic way to bring the community together,” said Dr. Alice Wainwright-Stewart, president and CEO of Lakeland College. “We are so pleased to join the rest of our

Along with the gymnasium and facility sponsorship, Lakeland will also provide the living quarters for t h e G a me s ’ o f f i c i a l s during the upcoming contests, scheduled to occur July 26 to Aug. 1, 2020. “Lakeland College’s contribution to the G a me s i s o n e o f t h e

many ways they show their support toward junior athletics. As a pillar of the community, we’re excited t o have t hem join in the ongoing efforts to encourage an active, healthy lifestyle,” said Kevin Kusch, chairperson, 2020 SSG Host Society. The Games will allow athletes from across the

province to compete in 14 different sports. These include archery, athletics, baseball, canoe kayak, soccer, triathlon, volleyball, basketball, golf, Rugby 7s (female), softball (female), swimming and swimming – Special Olympics, and tennis. The inclusion of Rugby 7s will be a first

for the Saskatchewan Games program. Lloydminster last hosted the Saskatchewan Games in 2008. Volunteers are still needed for the Games, so anyone interested in helping out should save the dates of July 26 to Aug. 1, 2020. The official call for volunteers will occur in early 2020.

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Multiplying riches

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GREEN FILE MARK & BEN CULLEN

You have to love the fact that gardeners share. In winter, books and knowledge are exchanged, in the spring perennials are divided. By this time of year, vegetables are shared in abundance. Another great way to maximize the sharingpotential of your garden is by propagating from cuttings, and now is the perfect time of year to do it. Root Cuttings work best for raspberries, blackberries and ornamentals such as bleeding heart, statice, Oriental poppy, cranesb i l l ( p e re nni al g e ranium), baby’s breath and yucca. Dig up the plant and wash the roots thor-

oughly with the hose to remove excess dirt. Remove as much of the r o o t ma ss o u t o f th e ground as possible. Sterilize a sharp knife or pruners. A solution of 1-part bleach to 9 parts water does the job or simply pass over an open flame, using a lit match or lighter. Using the sterilized cutting tool, cut out roots you want to propagate. Look for tan coloured, young and thick roots. Cut them as near as you can to the crown of the parent plant. Replant the parent plant immediately. Exposed roots dry out quickly. Replant it and water thoroughly. Cut the roots into 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inch) pieces straight across,

then trim off any fibrous roots and cut the narrowest end on a 45-degree angle. Sterilize the cuttings in a 1:20 bleach-water solution. Plant the root angled side down into a tray with a mixture that is half peat moss and half sand or perlite or purchase a “seed and cutting” mix. Bury the cuttings about 6 mm (1/4 inch) deep in the soil mixture. Keep the cuttings moist, but not too much to avoid rot. A good place for the cuttings is in a cold frame or unheated room. When two or three sets of leaves appear, transplant to individual pots. Keep in a cold frame over winter or on the east or south side of your house, out of the prevailing winds. By spring you will have lots of new plants to share with friends. CONTINUED ON PAGE 23

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Multiplying riches cont ... FROM PAGE 22

Softwood cuttings work well with houseplants and tender perennials such as impatiens, geranium, fuchsia, yarrow, asters, lupine, potentilla and sedums. Avoid taking cuttings that are blooming. Moisten the potting mix before you take your cuttings. Short cuttings root more easily than longer. Take a cutting that is about 10cm (4”) long. Cut just below a node – the bump that a shoot or root will grow from. Sterilize your knife or clipper between each cut. Remove lower leaves and make an angled cut on the bottom end of the cutting. The topend can be cut straight or left with tip foliage as-is. Dip bottom into rooting hormone and insert into the potting

mix about 2.5cm (1”) deep, with one node below the soil and with no leaves touching the soil or each other. Water well for most cuttings, however, bear in mind that succulents and silver-leaved plants such as artemisia and lavender prefer less moisture as they are prone to rotting. Allow the surface of the soil to dry to the touch. To keep non-succulents moist, cover the plant with a plastic bag suspended away from the plant with wire or a wooden popsicle sticks. A plastic hood or an unused aquarium also works well. Expose them to air once a day for an hour to two to prevent fungal disease. Remove mildewed or dropped leaves daily and use a heat mat to accelerate rooting. In 7 to 10 days you should have a rooted

plant. You will know if the cuttings have developed roots by giving each one a gentle tug. Once they’re rooted, start giving them more ventilation and gradually more sun. Once they’re growing you can begin fertilizing every two weeks with half-strength 20-20-20. It’s a crawl-beforeyou-walk process which is incredibly rewarding. All the more rewarding when shared. Mark Cullen is an expert gardener, author, broadcaster, tree advocate and Member of the Order of Canada. His son Ben is a fourth-generation urban gardener and graduate of the University of Guelph and Dalhousie University in Halifax. Follow them at markcullen.com, @markcullengardening, and on Facebook.

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Building friendship in Uganda

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A group of about 11 Lloydminster residents are pictured sitting under a mango tree in Uganda to learn about the Our Village Community Partnership project co-directed by Lloydminster area resident Terra Lorenz. he group visited a project village in January on a vision trip.

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Job growth remains strong in Sask

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Saskatchewan saw its 14th consecutive month of job growth in September, with yearover-year employment rising by 13,300 jobs, an increase of 2.3 per cent. Female employment increased by 4,200 (+1.6 per cent) and off-reserve Aboriginal employment increased by 4,900 (+10.7 per cent). Month-to-month employment also rose by 600 jobs from August 2019. The unemployment rate was 5.3 per cent in September (seasonally adjusted), down from

6.3 per cent a year ago. Saskatchewan had the fourth-lowest unemployment rate in the country (tied with Ontario), below the national average of 5.5 per cent. “Saskatchewan experienced record highs in terms of employment in the month of September, in spite of external factors contributing to ongoing economic uncertainties,” Immigration and Career Training Minister Jeremy Harrison said. “Our government will continue working hard to ensure Saskatchewan people have the ability to

work and contribute to the growth of our great province.” Other September highlights include: - An all-time high was recorded for the working-age population (891,200), and a record high for the month of September for labour force (588,600); - Major year-overyear gains were reported for educational services up 3,900 jobs, manufacturing up 3,600 jobs and other services up 3,200 jobs; and - Aboriginal youth employment was up 1,000 jobs (+11.0 per cent).

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Province supports opioid class action lawsuit

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Alberta will participate in the proposed class action, filed in B.C., to recoup costs of opioids from opioid manufacturers and distributors. The action is brought on behalf of all federal, provincial and territorial governments and agencies that have paid health-care, pharmaceu-

tical and treatment costs related to opioids from 1996 to the present. “Responding to opioid overdoses has taken a tremendous toll on our families and communities, as well as adding to the demands on our health system,” said Heath Minister Tyler Shandro. “Our government will do our part to hold to account those who

bear some responsibility for the wave of opioid addiction and overdose deaths we’re seeing.” In 2018, there were almost 800 fatal opioid-related overdoses and 4,200 calls to emergency services in Alberta. “Albertans have paid a high price for the irresponsible actions of opioid manufacturers and distributors,” said Jason

Luan, Associate Minister of Mental Health and Addictions. “While we cannot bring back those we have lost, we can recover some of the enormous financial costs Albertans have paid and continue to pay. And we’ll take a balanced approach going forward, including more access to treatment and recovery services for people with addiction.” The Alberta government is working to improve access to treatment and recovery services for Albertans dealing with addiction and their loved ones. These actions include: - Committing $140 million to improve mental health and addiction care in the province, including $40 million specifically for opioid response. - Creating 4,000 more publicly funded treatment spaces so more Albertans can access

life-saving addiction treatment. The Alberta government is developing legislation similar to B.C.’s Opioid Damages and Health Care Costs

Recovery Act, which allows that province to recover health-care costs on an aggregate, rather than an individual, basis using population-based evidence.

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SGI partners with corrections for alcohol strategy

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Saskatchewan Government Insurance (SGI) is partnering with the ministries of Justice and Corrections and Policing to invest $250,000 into the expansion of the Northern Alcohol Strategy in 2019-20. “Since this work began in 2016, it has gathered significant support and buy-in from community leaders in the north,” Corrections and Policing Minister Christine Tell said. “We are excited to move into the next phase of this work with SGI’s help, so that we can continue to reduce alcohol-related harms and help people make informed decisions about responsible alcohol use.” This investment will expand the North-

ern Alcohol Strategy to La Loche, Creighton, English River First Nation and surrounding communities. The f u nd i ng w i l l p ro vi d e for Northern Alcohol Strategy personnel and resources in these communities in the 2019-20 fiscal year. These personnel will support local leadership in the development of local solutions to reduce the impacts of alcohol misuse in these regions. “These initial successes reflect the collaborative efforts of community agencies and organizations in working toward healthier communities through supporting moderation in alcohol-use, enhanced support in addictions treatment, and expanded family and youth alcoholfree activities,” Medical Health Officer Dr. James Irvine said.

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ast week’s issue contained a lengthy report from the Lloydminster Concerned Citizens for Seniors Care Society and one of their concerns (Page 23) has been on my radar for years. Handicap Parking stalls and the administration and enforcement in this city. Seems the rules and regu l atio ns c ont aine d in Land Use Bylaw and Traffic Bylaw look good on paper and that is where things end. We get more use out of the small rolls of white paper we are all familiar with than the paper these bylaws are written on. Why do I say that, from 10 years of experience in trying to see the standards enforced and violations ticketed. The only good thing that has happened in that period of time has been the amended Traffic Bylaw finally saw an increased penalty for violators, enforcement, however, is another story. I have called in numerous violations and later asked about findings and the usual answer has been subject gone upon checking? Waited 45 minutes on one occasion and no appearance by the authorities! I have appeared before city council as a delegation twice on this subject, March 2014 and again March 2015 seeking to have stall standards and enforcement improved. RESULTS—ZERO! I have badgered every council member at every available occasion and

sadly no improvement and many reasons “WHY NOT”. On one occasion I had the previous mayor literally run away from me when I approached him to discuss the issue. When was the last time you saw a Peace Officer patrolling a parking lot in this city? If you aren’t familiar with the Land Use Bylaw standard for Handicap Parking Stalls check out the local Credit Union stalls. With all the new development in the city the past few years enforcing the standards hasn’t happened. WHY NOT? My wife and I took the time and effort to do a survey of the majority of the stalls in the city. Results: 100 stalls were surveyed and 80 of these couldn’t meet anywhere near the required standards signage or marking wise. Some of the worst and most often used stalls not up to standards- hospital, city hall, the RCMP detachment to name a few. In a few weeks close to 80 of the checked stalls will no longer be visible due to snow cover and NO SIGNS! Good example, check out the Giant Tiger parking lot. Much is said and written about the generosity etc. of Lloydminster citizens, however, there is another side you may not be familiar with and this issue shows something else. I was employed in a position where customers complained about HandicapParking violations on average one every 45 minutes in an 8-hour shift.

Took the time and effort to try and deal with these complaints and the verbal abuse, physical threats, etc. would surprise you beyond belief. Violations were varied from expired permits improperly placed to hide expiration date, permit holder NOT present, permit holder remaining in the vehicle while other shopped, altered permits, you name it. I didn’t lock our vehicle and returned to find my wife’s permit had been stolen. So, in short, this is a huge problem not recognized by our administration and the public in general until there comes a time when “YOU NEED” that Blue Placard and try to use it. To Graham Brown and your hard-working group—“GOOD LUCK” Senior, senior. John Van Cleemput

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Alberta is allowing businesses to invest in equipment with quicker writeoffs to better support their growth and job creation.

The province is implementing the accelerated capital cost allowance enhancements adopted by the federal government. This change allows companies to write off

100 per cent of investments in manufacturing and clean energy equipment in the first year, as opposed to the previous rate of 25 per cent.

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These investment incentives are critical in the development of creating valueadded goods, which in turn create employment, tax base and help our global competitiveness in industries across the country.

For other types of capital investments, this enhancement allows a writeoff of up to three times the normal firstyear allowance. “Our government is taking action to get Albertans back to work.

File Photo We chose to adopt these enhancements as part of our strategy to support job creation and economic diversification,” said Minister of Treasury Board and Finance Travis Toews. “This measure, combined with the Job Creation Tax Cut, will encourage Alberta businesses to invest, grow and create jobs in our province.” Like the Job Creation Tax Cut, this change to the province’s capi-

tal cost allowance rules will benefit Alberta businesses of all sizes and in all sectors. Faster writeoffs of capital investments provide income tax relief for companies and support new investment and job creation. “These investment incentives are critical in the development of creating value-added goods, which in turn create employment, tax base and help our global competitiveness

in industries across the country,” said Mick Dilger, president and CEO, Pembina Pipeline Corporation. “For our company, this will help stabilize our recent investment decision into the development of a worldscale polypropylene facility, which produces durable and recyclable products used in many industries in Canada. Polypropylene would otherwise need to be imported.”

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Alberta will act to protect hard-working farmers from aggressive, illegal protests.

The government of Alberta will introduce legislation designed to punish illegal protesters who invade farms, and to discourage such dan-

gerous activity. “Alberta’s farmers and ranchers treat their animals well, and they have a right to run their operations with-

out illegal harassment from militant trespassers,” said Premier Jason Kenney. “I’ve asked Minister Dreeshen and Minister Schweitzer to consider all options, including legislation, to protect livestock producers’ operations and their families from harassment.”

Options being proposed include: - Fines up to $10,000 for a first offence and up to $25,000 for subs e qu e n t o f f e n c e s f o r individuals and up to $200,000 for organizations, and imprisonment of up to 6 months. - Amending the Animal Health Act so farm-

ers affected by biosecurity breaches can recover their costs and so trespassers and protesters placing biosecurity at risk can be fined $15,000 for first offences, then $30,000 plus imprisonment of up to one year for repeat offences. CONTINUED ON PAGE 31

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Premier Jason Kenney, Minister of Justice and Attorney General Doug Schweitzer, and Minister of Agriculture and Forestry Devin Dreeshen announce new protections for farmers against trespassing and illegal protests at the Jumbo Valley Hutterite Colony.

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the Government of Saskatchewan proclaimed Oct. 13 – 19 as Co-operatives Week in Saskatchewan to recognize the outstanding contributions co-operatives make to the province’s economy and communities. “Co-operative businesses provide products and services, create jobs and improve the quality of life for our communities all over Saskatch-

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- Amending the Provincial Offences Procedures Act to increase the maximum amount of compensation awarded by the court from $25,000 to $100,000. In addition, government is funding 50 new Crown prosecutors to be tougher on criminal behaviour. “Farmers shouldn’t have to worry about

ewan,” Parks, Culture and Sport Minister Gene Makowsky said on behalf o f Tra d e an d E x p o rt Development Minister Jeremy Harrison. “With more than 900 co-operatives currently operating in the province, our government recognizes the immense economic value and investment attraction this partnership brings.” Co-operative businesses employ more than 15,000 Saskatchewan people and are

active in numerous sectors, including manufacturing, financial services, agriculture, retail, child care, health care and many more. The profits and benefits that are generated by co-operatives largely stay in our communities and this plays a vital role in the sustainable economic development of our province. A number of events will be taking place around the province to celebrate Co-operatives

people entering their workplace, interfering with their lives, or threatening the health of their animals,” said Devin Dreeshen, Minister of Agriculture and Forestry. “This incident made it clear our farmers need stronger protection. We will act to protect our farms and ranches from radical activists.” On top of the illegal-

ity of trespassing, unauthorized or improper entry on farms and in barns can introduce disease and threaten the health and welfare of animals. It can also have a detrimental impact on business operations and on the well-being of farm families. Albertans are encouraged to call their local RCMP detachment if faced with trespassers.

Week including a flag raising ceremony, the

Co-op Week Luncheon and the Saskatchewan

Co-Operative Merit Awards.

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Sports

Rustlers ready for start of basketball season JAMIE HARKINS WRITER

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A solid preseason has given the Lakeland College Rustlers men’s basketball team hope, but the main test is still to come. “We’ve been good,” said Rustlers coach Sheray Thomas. “With grasping certain things, I think we’re further along than we were last year. Though you never really know what you’re going to face in the regular season. The preseason was good, but it doesn’t count for anything.” The Rustlers fought back from a double-digit deficit in the opening minutes of the second quarter to beat the Saskatoon Basketball Academy 73-65 in exhibition action at the Lakeland College gym on Saturday afternoon. The national prep team held the game to within two points late into the fourth quarter before falling victim to a drive plus foul courtesy of first-year guard Riley Rathwell followed by a corner three by Rustlers veteran Brandon Isaac. “We just started taking care of the basketball,” said Isaac. “It was crazy out there today with lots of turnovers

and giving up rebounds, but once we were finally able to secure the ball we were able to pull away.” A game-opening trey by Aliou Sesay coupled with Lado Kwajok, Jesus Mendoza and Isaiah Owen’s strong work on defence helped the River City boys to a 20-10 advantage early in the second frame.

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With grasping certain things, I think we’re further along than we were last year. Though you never know what you’e going to face.

A Baha Salma three along with a Sesay offensive rebound bucket brought them back to within two points late. “Last night we came in and we got rocked by 40 points,” said Saskatoon Basketball Academy coach Sean Tyson, noting his thanks to the Rustlers for accepting a match against the aged 16 to 18-year-old National Pre-

paratory Association club. “It was good for us to have a back-to-back to see how our guys respond. I’m impressed with our guys. We’re young and on the road in front of their crowd. We lost last night, so it was easy to just come in here and give up. But, we showed some resilience and some fortitude.” The Rustlers count Isaac as one of two fourth-year players, who are complemented by a trio of athletes completing their fifth and final years of eligibility as well as a double-double of third and second-year vets along with a smattering of new recruits. Isaac said that familiarity has led to an easy adjustment getting back into their roles, but there’s still plenty of work to be done. “We’ll see how things go,” said Thomas. “We hope we’re going to jump out and do some things, but we’re playing NAIT beginning off and they have a whole new program as far as a new coach. They have players who have been around and a couple of key pieces who should do well for them. I’m hoping we will, but you just never know.”

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Lakeland College Rustlers fourth-year guard Brandon Isaac makes a charge toward the Saskatoon Basketball Academy basket.

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accomplished the feat despite facing competition from grades nine-to-12 schools.

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I practised for two months before we started it in school. I enjoy it. It takes the stress off.

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Bishop Lloyd Middle School Lancers cross country athletes, from left, Lexie Thompson, Kaylee Kisser, Ty Thiessen and Jake McEachern placed second at the SHSAA championships in Prince Albert this past weekend.

A good year to be a Lancer JAMIE HARKINS WRITER

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The Bishop Lloyd Middle School Lancers cross country team surprised the province of Saskatchewan this Thanksgiv-

ing weekend. The Lancers foursome of Ty Thiessen, Jake McEachern, Kaylee Kisser and Lexie Thompson captured second place during the Saskatch-

ewan High Schools Athletic Association (SHSAA) championships at Prince Albert’s Prime Ministers Park on Saturday afternoon. The ninth-graders

“It feels good,” said Ty Thiessen, who finished third out of 102 runners in the midget boys three-kilometre race. “We only had four kids and the other teams that were there had a ton.” Thiessen said the provincial terrain was pretty flat and the conditions were cold but dry. He said that matches their practice grounds in the area around Bishop Lloyd and the Lloydminster Comprehensive High School. Thompson, who claimed 26th place among 97 runners in the midget girls 3K race, said they ran

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twice a week to prepare for districts and provincials. She noted a bit of work at home also helped get her ready. “I practised for two months before we started it in school,” added Kisser, a 12th place finisher in the midget girls division. “I enjoy it. It takes stress off.” The Lancers captured gold in the district championships at Sandy Beach earlier this month, which secured the team a

berth at provincials. McEachern, who finished 41st in the midget boys category, said this season marked his first competing in cross country. He said there was never a thought that running would translate into performing at a provincial championship, but the group around him made it so. “It’s different,” said McEachern. “It’s a good year to be a runner, I guess.”

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A big win and a lopsided loss greet Bandits JAMIE HARKINS WRITER

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The Lloydminster Bandits endured an up-and-down Thanksgiving weekend. The Bandits (2-2) dismantled the Vegreville Rangers (2-2) in a 9-1 home-opening win on Friday night, but they took a step back 24 hours later losing 7-1 to the Lac La Biche Clippers (2-3). Turnovers and

missed assignments overshadowed a strong performance by Bandits netminder Zac Omstead, who stopped 48 shots, in the loss. “Any team can win on any night,” said Bandits coach Michael Clague. “It basically boils down to who puts in the effort. Last night, I thought we put in a good solid 60 minutes. And, tonight, I don’t think that we

competed at all.” The Clippers controlled the play from the opening faceoff peppering the Bandits net with 17 shots during the first 20 minutes, all-the-while neutralizing the opposing attack. A tendency to give the puck away stopped any Bandits momentum in the second. Three Clippers goals in the opening minute-and-a-half of

the final frame sealed the victory. Clague said they’ll regroup and get back to work at practice this week in preparation for a trip to Vegreville on Friday. He

said teaching the necessary effort needed to win in the North Eastern Alberta Junior B Hockey League will be the main task. “When we battle and compete we’re as good

as any team in the league,” said Clague. “It comes down to consistency. We need to retrieve pucks, support the puck and just be stronger all over the ice.”

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Bandits captain Jack Bygrove moves the puck across the Clippers blue line.

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Lloydminster PWM Steelers players, from left, Hayleigh Craig, Alexandria Spence and Jadynn Morden will skate for Team Alberta at the U18 National Championships next month.

Steelers to represent Team Alberta at Nationals JAMIE HARKINS WRITER

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A trio of Lloydminster PWM midget AAA Steelers will attempt to lead Team Alberta back to a national championship. Steelers defenceman Alexandria Spence and centre Hayleigh Craig are returning to the Alberta under18 program this fall after helping the club win gold at the Canada Winter Games in Red Deer last March. They’ll be joined by forward Jadynn Morden when the provincial squad battles toward the top of the podium at the U18 National Championships in Morden and Winkler, Man., from Nov. 3 to 9. “Every opportunity with Team Alberta is a privilege,” said Spence, a Grade 12 student at Lloydminster Comprehensive High School. “It’s super humbling. It’s an honour to represent our province on a national scale.” The girls earned the opportunity through excelling in a seven-day high intensity on and off-ice selection camp this past July along with a three-game exhibition series against the University of Alberta Pandas and Sherwood Park bantam AAA Flyers in late September. Craig and Spence

noted time spent with Team Alberta last season gave them a bit more confidence coming in, while Morden added playing with the Steelers lent her an edge. “Last year was a big development year for me,” said Morden, who is completing Grade 12 alongside Craig at Kitscoty High School. “I gained a lot of confidence being on the Steelers. I gained a lot of skills and just developed as a person. That helped me a lot to make it through all the Alberta camps and onto the team.” The 17-year-olds had to step up their training during the spring and summer to prepare for the camps. They jumped back into on and off-ice training shortly after the last hockey season came to a close and kept with it until the Steelers main camp in late August. Spence said the competition at nationals should be similar to what they faced at the Winter Games. She said they went in as underdogs ranked eighth going into the quarterfinals only to win gold, but that’s doesn’t define who they are now. “It definitely gives us confidence though,” said Craig. “We’ve played at that level. We can win it and we’d like to do it again.”

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Late Ooks rally downs Rustlers men’s soccer JAMIE HARKINS WRITER

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The Lakeland College Rustlers men’s soccer team was 20 minutes away from an upset win against the top-ranked Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC) Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) Ooks. The Ooks (10-0) held the advantage on the shot count as well as time of possession, but for all the force applied the Rustlers (3-6-1) refused to break. Determined play in the backfield by Chase Cal and Doyle Church, superb work in net courtesy of Zach

Wagner and a fullteam commitment to defence held the opposition at bay until a foul accessed in the box gave Ooks striker Matthew Zima a penalty kick at the 71-minute mark.

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We’ve improved. We’ve taken everything and put it together. And, I think for next year we’ll be really good.

Wagner guessed right, but Zima’s kick was perfect finding the low corner just inside the post. The goal tied

the game at one, but it also gave the Ooks momentum leading to an Adam Huoseh touch off a Zima goalline pass 85 minutes in for the 2-1 advantage. “They’re undefeated this season, one of the best teams and third in the nation,” said Church. “It obviously feels bad that we lost, but we can walk away in a couple of days knowing we could have had them.” Rustlers midfielder Hani Tekheste, who opened the scoring three minutes in by connecting on a deflection near the top of the crease, said both teams seemed to get frustrated at the start

with the slow pace of play leading to a physical battle as the inten-

sity ramped up in the second half. He said they withered after

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Rustlers goalkeeper Zach Wagner prepares to move the ball up field.

going up 1-0 on the Ooks earlier this season and knew they had to play hard to hold on this time around. “We were more focused this game,” said Tekheste. “We got a lot of support from the fans too and that was good.” The Rustlers’ playoff hopes ended in a 2-0 road loss to the Concordia University of Edmonton Thunder (7-2-1) on Saturday afternoon. Their response versus the Ooks 24 hours later at VLA Field showed the gains they’ve made this season along with the work still needed to be done. “We’ve improved,” said Tekheste, who is one of 17 firstyear players on the club. “We’ve taken everything and put it together. And, I think for next year we’ll be really good. We’ll take these pieces, work on them and make them better.”

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Agriculture

Last week in the field MERIDIAN SOURCE STAFF

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Many producers were able to return to the field last week and 55 per cent of the crop is now in the bin. This is up from 47 per cent last week but remains well behind the five-year (20142018) average of 82 per cent for this time of year. Twenty-nine per cent of the crop is swathed or ready to straightcut. Wet, cool weather continues to slow progress in much of the province. Much of the crop harvested so far is tough or damp and is being put into grain dryers and aeration bins. Warm, dry and windy days are needed

soon so that producers can return to the field. All regions in the province progressed with harvest this past week. Harvest is most advanced in the southwest region, where 71 per cent of the crop is now combined. The northeast region has 61 per cent combined, the w est-c entral region 58 per cent and the southeastern region 55 per cent. The northwest region has 42 per cent combined and the east-central region 39 per cent. Seventy-six per cent of the barley, 59 per cent of the durum, 58 p er c en t o f th e m ustard, 52 per cent of the spring wheat, 50 per cent of the canary

seed and oats, 40 per cent of the canola, 39 per cent of the chickpeas, 28 per cent of the soybeans and nine per cent of the flax is now in the bin. An additional 48 per cent of the canola and 19 per cent of the mustard is swathed or ready to straight-cut. Estimated average crop yields for the province are 39 bushels per acre for field peas; 1,413 pounds per acre for lentils; 38 bushels per acre for canola; 23 bushels per acre for flax; 40 bushels per acre for durum; 44 bushels per acre for spring wheat and 65 bushels per acre for barley. CONTINUED ON PAGE 38

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Saskatchewan crop report update

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Fourteen per cent of the spring wheat

is estimated to grade 1CW, while 32 and 27 per cent is estimated to

grade 2CW and 3CW, respectively. Most areas of the

province received some precipitation last week. The Moosomin area

reported 20 mm, while the Elfros and Bethune areas received 16 mm. Across the province, topsoil moisture conditions on cropland are rated as 15 per cent surplus, 52 per cent adequate, 30 per cent sort and three per cent very short. Hay land and pasture topsoil moisture is rated as 19 per cent surplus, 74 per cent adequate, six per cent short and one per cent very short. The majority of crop damage this past week

was due to strong winds and frost. There continues to be many reports of crops sprouting, bl e a c h i ng and stai ning and downgrading is expected at the elevator. Geese and wildlife are feeding on swathed crops and causing damage. Farmers are busy drying grain and waiting for the weather to improve so they can continue with harvest operations.

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Careers

Beefing up supports for Alberta’s ranchers MERIDIAN SOURCE STAFF

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The Public Lands Modernization (Grazing Lease and Obsolete Provisions) Amendment Act has been introduced to ensure the sustainability of ranching and rangelands. Bill 16 includes much-needed modernizations to the rent and fees ranchers and cattle owners pay government for the use of public lands. These proposed changes will create a system that is transparent and fair for ranchers, while ensuring that Albertans receive fair return for the use of the province’s resources. If the bill is passed, a portion of revenues would be reinvested in rangeland sustainability initiatives. This revenue would provide annual fund-

ing to proactively invest in approaches to ensure the longterm success of Alberta’s ranching industry. The full suite of proposed changes would help protect Alberta’s beef industry against costly tariffs or the threat of a potential countervail duty investigation by the U.S. Department of Commerce, as the changes in rental rates would eliminate the perception of a subsidy for Alberta’s ranchers. Changes in rental rates, which will fluctuate depending on the health of the industry, will better reflect today’s economic reality, are also included in the proposed legislation. If passed, these changes would be phased in over five years to help ranchers adjust to new rates after 25 years of fro-

zen rates. Government is also proposing a flat-rate fee for the transfer of a lease, which would remove red tape for ranchers, and reduce barriers to entry into the industry.

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We welcome the government’s announcement to modernize Alberta’s grazing lease rental rate framework on public lands.

“Ranchers play an important role in Alberta – they support our economy and are responsible for protecting some of the province’s important grasslands and wetlands,” said Minister of Environment and

Parks Jason Nixon. “It’s important that we work with ranchers to modernize our legislation so that the ranching industry can continue to grow and thrive for generations.” The current grazing fee framework has been frozen since 1994, and is built on outdated assumptions and data. The proposed framework would better reflect the current economic reality faced by ranchers, and s t r e n g t h e n A l b e r t a ’s beef industry. The proposed bill would help build a sustainable future based on sound environmental practices and ensure that ranchers are paying their fair share for the use of public lands. “Ranchers are an important part of our province, and government is listening to

their needs,” said Minister of Agriculture and Forestry, Devin Dreeshen. “We’re committed to cutting regulatory red tape to make their jobs easier.” As part of the proposed bill, government is looking to modernize the framework by removing outdated information, including references to homesteading – a practice used to help encourage settlement in remote areas of the province. The proposed changes have widespread support from stakeholders in the grazing and beef industries, who recognize the need for an updated grazing disposition fee framework. Amendments to the fee framework will not change recreational access to public lands for Albertans, and will not affect existing

treaty rights for Indigenous Peoples. “We welcome the government’s announcement to modernize Alberta’s grazing lease rental rate framework on public lands. The new framework will reflect our current business environment and will align with other resource based industries in Alberta, while also ensuring our province is fairly compensated for leasing public lands,” said Charlie Christie, chair, Alberta Beef Producers. “In addition, we are pleased that a portion of revenue generated from grazing lease rental rates will be u se d f o r e nv i r o nmental stewardship and range improvement, which ensures the land will continue to be healthy and sustainable for future generations.”

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December 22 – January 19 Your powers of seduction are stronger than ever, and you’ll have more than a few interested admirers. At work, you’ll use your people skills to bring together a big crowd that will double your company’s sales.

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