Lloydminster celebrates recovery
TAYLOR WEAVER EDITOR
In conjunction with International Overdose Awareness Day, Lloydminster residents gathered to remember those lost to overdose.
Safety is not the absence of threat, it’s the presence of connection. When people are isolated their vulnerability increases, when people are connected, they’re safer.
The gathering took place on Aug. 31 at the corner of 49 St. and 51 Ave., also known as Pocket Park, with a vigil and speeches starting at 1 p.m.
The day was spear headed by Residents in Recovery executive director, Tyler Lorenz, as a way to kick off Recovery Week activities.
“Overdose, particularly from opioids, is an epidemic throughout the world, not just here,” said Lorenz during opening remarks. “A total of 22 people will overdose in Canada today, and every other day this year, and those numbers have continued to rise.”
“We’ll remember those we’ve lost or are still fighting the disease of addiction today.”
Guest speakers included MLA Garth Rowswell, Coun. Loree Marin on behalf of the City of Lloydminster, as well as several individuals personally affected by overdose.
The message portrayed by all for -
mer addicts on Saturday was simple “I can’t see myself going back. It’s a whole new life I wanted for a long, long time.”
Those were the words of Valeen, a mother currently celebrating 18 months of sobriety. Her past includes roughly 35 overdoses, and after the journey she’s had, she’s grateful for Residents in Recovery.
“Thanks to the help of Residents in Recovery, I now have all my children in my life. I also take care of my nephew and things are going really well,” said Valeen, noting she lost her sister to overdose one year ago to the day.
“I lost my mom to addiction, too. I found her that morning in the bathroom, and Tyler was there for me. He’s always been there for me.”
Kevin, who struggled with addiction for 20-plus years, was another speaker on Saturday. Kevin also expressed his gratitude for the work of Residents in Recovery after a long journey to recovery.
“I stand here today, not just as someone who’s lived through this experience, but as a witness to the profound impact addiction and overdose have on individuals, on families, and on communities,” he said.
For Kevin, overdose hits close to home.
“One of the most painful moments in my life was losing my brother to a fentanyl overdose a decade ago,” he said. “Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that’s incredibly potent. Its presence in our communities has only exacer -
bated the crisis of overdose deaths.”
Kevin commended the community for its efforts and touched on the need to reduce the stigma surrounding substance use today.
“Safety is not the absence of threat, it’s the presence of connection. When people are isolated their vulnerability increases, when people are connected, they’re safer,” he said.
“T his is why it’s crucial for us to break down the barriers of stigma and reach out to those who are struggling.”
Recovery Week wraps up this Saturday with a free pancake breakfast at Residents in Recovery starting at 11 a.m. Speakers start at 12:30 p.m.
Residents in Recovery executive director, Tyler Lorenz (in purple), gives Kevin a big hug after his speech during an International Overdose Awareness Day vigil. Below: Tyler Lorenz gives opening remarks on Saturday. Taylor Weaver - Meridian Source Photos
Non-profit tax exemption deadline looming
CHRISTIAN APOSTOLOVSKI STAFF WRITER
Non-profit organizations in Lloydminster have until Sept. 30 to apply for property tax exemptions.
There are some criteria that these organizations must meet to qualify:
- Facility must be described in Section 314 of the Lloydminster Charter and meet the qualifications and conditions of the Community Organizations Property Tax Exemption Regulation.
- Funds of the organization must be used for the purposes of the organization and not for the benefit of the organization’s directors or employees.
- The property must be able to meet specified accessibility and time-of-use requirements.
- Property must be owned or leased by a non-profit organization.
- Unrestricted more than 70 per cent of the time.
- Charitable and benevolent purpose that benefits the
public for at least 60 per cent of the time the property is in use.
- Unrestricted access by race, culture, ethnic origin, religious belief, property ownership, unreasonable fees or other membership requirements.
- The property cannot be used in operation of a professional sports franchise.
Exemptions can only be approved for a maximum of three years, after this period a new application is required.
If a non-profit buys a prop-
erty after the submission deadline they can still submit an application and it will be city council’s discretion to approve the exemption.
Applications and support -
ing documents can be submitted by email to taxes@ lloydminster.ca.
More information is available at Lloydminster.ca/ exemptions
Over $100,000 in contraband seized at Saskatchewan prison
to a press release.
Staff members at the Saskatchewan Penitentiary in Prince Albert, Sask. recently seized contraband and unauthorized items.
The items seized on Aug. 28 included, THC, methamphetamine, tobacco, a cell phone and accessories. The total estimated institutional value of these seizures is $128,750 according
“The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) uses a number of tools to prevent drugs from entering its institutions. These tools include ion scanners and drug-detector dogs to search buildings, personal property, inmates, and visitors,” read a CSC press release.
“CSC is heightening measures to prevent contraband from
entering its institutions in order to help ensure a safe and secure environment for everyone. CSC also works in partnership with the police to take action against those who attempt to introduce contraband into correctional institutions.”
Police have been contacted and continue to investigate. If you have any tips about activities relating to security at CSC institutions you are encouraged to call 1 - 866 - 780 - 3784. The number ensures that the information shared is protected and the caller remains anonymous. Tips could prevent threats to the safety and security of vistors, inmates and staff members at the CSC institutions.
Source File Photo
DAN GRAY STAFF WRITER
Google Image
MAINSTREET
JAYDEE BIXBY
SGI Schools drivers on safety
Saskatchewan Government Insurance (SGI) is out with its annual message asking for patience as school is back in session.
Drivers across the province already know how to slow down and be alert. What they are asking for is to put those lessons into practice, especially in school zones.
“Heading back to school is an exciting time for students. It also means the area around schools will be a hub of activity throughout the school year,” said JP Cullen, chief operating officer of the Auto Fund.
“It’s important for drivers to slow down and be alert so kids around you can stay safe.”
Reaction time is key if young people wander onto the road unexpectedly. Slowing down and giving 100 per cent of your attention to the road allows reaction time to changing road conditions.
Speed also impacts the type and extent of injuries if someone is involved in a collision.
“Making sure our students, staff, families and communities are navigating school zones safely is a priority for school boards, especially at this time of year,” said Jaimie Smith-Windsor, president of the Saskatchewan School Board Association.
“Please pay close attention and be aware that students are excited and sometimes a little nervous with new routines, especially when they’re crossing the street or playing around the school.”
If money is a driving factor as the cost of living goes up, you don’t want to be caught speeding in school zones. You can add a $60 victims of crime surcharge and three demerit points on top of any fine you may receive.
“The ticket for speeding in a school zone starts
at $170 and goes up by $4 for every km/h you are travelling over the limit,” said Sgt. Shannon Gordon of the Regina Police Service.
“The best way to keep kids safe and avoid a ticket is to obey posted speed limits and pay attention to the road.”
Everyone loves to drop kids off at school. SGI and schools hope you will follow a couple of tips when doing so. Drop your kids off on the same side of the street as the school. If you have to
do the opposite side, make sure they head for a crosswalk and don’t jaywalk. Also, if it’s a nostopping zone, please don’t stop; it’s for everyone’s safety.
Sept. 3 brings school buses as well; amber lights mean to slow down and prepare to stop. If red lights are flashing, stopping is legally required. Generally speaking, if you slow down, be alert and follow the above guidelines, back to school should be safer for everyone.
DAN GRAY STAFF WRITER
Day Gray - Meridian Source Photo
Running for Shelter crosses finish line
CHRISTIAN APOSTOLOVSKI STAFF WRITER
The Running for Shelter fundraiser reached its destination in Wroxton, Sask. after nearly a monthlong journey.
Kagan Kneen, executive director at the Lloydminster Men’s Shelter, set out at the beginning of August to raise money for a new men’s shelter in Lloyd.
The nearly 1,300-kilometre run wrapped up Aug. 26 and Kneen says it has been very challenging.
“There’s been many times this month I’ve wanted to give up, I’ve wanted to quit, but for those of you that don’t know me super well, I am stubborn. When I commit to something, I stick with it,” he said.
In one of his many nightly “tent talks,” he spoke about how difficult the run had become. He was doing everything to battle the pain, including taking two extra-strength Tylenol, using Rub A535, and icing and elevating his legs after each day.
Kneen says change must start small, and this is his first step.
“I wanted to show I am all-in to help, not just the clients but our community. As I’ve told you guys many times, I was born and raised in the Lloyd area, and I have so much pride for the city, and change can only happen one step at a time.”
“I am 100 per cent committed to not just this and the fundraising but to making that change in the community.”
His goal is to start more conversa -
tions in a positive light and address the issues the shelter is facing.
“Having more wraparound services, having a place where it’s safe for them to be themselves, and getting the skills to find transitional housing,” explains Kneen.
“There are those that want to get out of the system.”
He is also thankful for all the support and has dedicated the run to recently deceased councillor, longtime Rotarian and community pillar Glenn Fagnan.
“Somebody who played a huge impact on me is Glenn Fagnan, I want to dedicate this run to him, he was such a pillar of strength in the community and such an inspiration to so many.”
Kneen, following the completion
of his run, took to
their shelter.
As of Aug. 27, the run had raised a total of $43,000.
RCMP search for man after suspicious incident at Sandy Beach
CHRISTIAN APOSTOLOVSKI STAFF WRITER
Maidstone RCMP is seeking information regarding a suspicious person at Sandy Beach Regional Park.
According to RCMP, on Aug. 27, around 4 p.m., they received a report of a suspicious adult male who
approached and was speaking with a young child at the playground at Sandy Beach.
The male was not known to the child and ran away after they were approached by the child’s parent.
The man is described as, Caucasian, approximately 6 ft., 180-200 lbs., with short brown hear. He was wear -
ing navy-coloured running shoes with blue shorts, a grey T-shirt, sunglasses, and a hat, also carrying a beach mat. Officers conducted patrols in the area but were unable to locate the man.
The investigation is ongoing, if you have any information you’re asked to contact Maidstone RCMP.
Yorkton, Sask. to tour
Kagan Kneen passes through Lloyd during his fundraising run. Source File Photo
Source File Photo
Sask program brings doctor to Maidstone
cal training and clinical ability licensure process to practise medicine in Saskatchewan.
Fourteen new medical professionals are now practising in rural communities across Saskatchewan with one doctor working in Maidstone.
The new physicians work in rural communities after completing the Saskatchewan International Physician Practice Assessment (SIPPA) program in May.
Mahyar Sotoodeh will be practising in Maidstone after completing the fall SIPPA program.
The annual capacity of SIPPA has increased to accommodate six to eight new seats. Seats will be divided across the three assessment cohorts throughout the year.
There are 307 doctors practising in the province through the program with 74 per cent having established practice in rural communities.
“Ensuring rural Saskatchewan has a robust health care system requires attracting and retaining top talent,” said rural and remote health minister Tim McLeod.
“SIPPA provides international physicians the opportunity to demonstrate their skills and integrate into our smaller communities. We are committed to welcoming these dedicated professionals as they contribute to the health and well-being of our province.”
The program assesses internationally-educated physicians on their medi -
Through a return-of-service contract, they agree to work in the province for a minimum of three years upon completion of the SIPPA assessment.
“The Saskatchewan Health Authority celebrates the addition of our new physicians through SIPPA, who work together every day to improve the health and wellbeing of their patients,” said SHA chief medical officer Dr.
“Their commitment to practising medicine in rural, northern and remote areas enhances our ability to provide care close to home. Together, we are building a future where every community receives the compassionate, high-quality care it deserves.”
Physicians interested in working in Saskatchewan are encouraged to contact the Saskatchewan Healthcare Recruitment Agency directly at info@ saskdocs.ca.
Susan Shaw.
CHRISTIAN APOSTOLOVSKI STAFF WRITER
Shutterstock Photo
Community bbq supports Residents in Recovery
With Recovery Week in full swing, Lloydminster’s Residents in Recovery hosted a community barbecue as part of a food drive.
Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) provided the food from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 3.
Janelle McGillis from SIGA explained it’s all part of the organization’s plan to help the community.
“For us, it’s to give back, to share with our community, to share our success and support where we can,” said McGillis. “We just want to help out where it’s needed.”
Residents in Recovery’s execu -
tive director, Tyler Lorenz, said he’s always grateful for the community’s support for his organization.
In addition to running the barbecue, SIGA also donated non-perishables to them. The community donations help in the long run.
“Our food budget is between two and three thousand dollars a month,” said Lorenz. “We support a lot of families in our family treatment program, it goes to helping community out, for sure.”
However, every bit helps. If you’re considering donating to Residents in Recovery, your outreach and support are greatly welcome.
Interested in helping out? Contact them on Facebook.
You’re invited!
CANSAFE hosts grand re-opening
You’re invited to the grand reopening of CANSAFE Inc.
The celebration is scheduled for Sept. 19 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and the public is invited to come for a tour, food and door prizes.
Come see their new location and check out the selection of fall protective gear, which is currently on sale.
You’re
Invited
SEPTEMBER 6 SIDEWALK SALES 11:00 - 5:00 PM SEPTEMBER 7 LIVE MUSIC & SIDEWALK SALES, POP UPS 11:00-5:00 PM
Downtown Block Party with live music, street food, artists and street vendors.
Come and experience your downtown.
Visit the Beautiful Downtown Lloydminster Facebook page for more details 49th - 50th Avenue, Downtown, Lloydminster
DAN GRAY STAFF WRITER
Dan Gray - Meridian Source Photo
MERIDIAN SOURCE STAFF
Delivering justice before pizza
Pizza toppings don’t seem nearly as important these days to Lloydminster’s Dhoopan Naik.
The 20 year-old is starting his third year studying political science and law this week at the University of Ottawa with a whole new perspective on life.
He talked about his eye opening summer experience with a UN refugee crisis program in Uganda at the Rotary Club of Lloydminster last week before heading back to campus.
His dad, Akshay, owns a Domino’s
LAND FOR SALE BY TENDER
The following land is offered for sale by tender: NW 6-45-3-W4 containing approximately 156 acres The land is fenced and is located north east of Edgerton along Highway 14. Further information can be obtained by contacting Rod Bowen at 780-842-8395.
Tenders must be made in writing accompanied by bank draft or certified cheque for 10% of the amount of the tender price, as a deposit, payable to KENYON LAW OFFICE, IN TRUST and identified TENDER - FILE No. 16520.
The highest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. In the event of acceptance, the successful tenderer will be notified on or before October 10, 2024, and the unsuccessful tender deposits will be returned.
Tenders must be unconditional and the balance payable no later than November 14, 2024. If the successful tenderer does not complete the purchase after the acceptance of his tender, the deposit shall be forfeited.
Tenders will be received until 12 o’clock noon on October 3, 2024 at:
Kenyon Law Office
5042 - 49th Avenue
Vermilion AB T9X 1B7
and Quinznos franchise in Lloyd and is a member of Rotary who helped to set it up.
It turns out Uganda where Dhoopan worked is Africa’s largest refugee-hosting country with more than 1.5 million refugees residing within its borders.
“I worked for an agency called Refugee Law Project affiliated with the UN’s Voluntary Fund for Victims of Torture or sexual violence victims,” said Dhoopan in a phone interview this week.
The UN fund’s aim is to help victims and their families to rebuild their lives and to seek justice for the human rights violations they have suffered.
Dhoopan worked with the gender and sexuality branch of the organization and the legal aspect of it including justice, mental health and transitional justice.
The bulk of refugees he met were from the Democratic Republic of Congo, Sudan and Rwanda.
“These are victims that been raped or tortured on the genitals or have scars based on sexual violence,” said Dhoopan.
“We’d help them with medical supports for free.”
Dhoopan said he would sit with them for about an hour and they would tell him their harrowing life stories, noting it was important for him not to get emotional despite their horrific accounts.
“I couldn’t put myself in their shoes. Some of these stories I could never have imagined, let alone sit there and see it. Some of these victims would show me their genitals.
“I could see it in their medical documents, but at the same time, they would want to show me; they are so emotional.”
Dhoopan says one his main roles was writing reports and he’d liked to go back if and when he has the power to make a difference.
He says he is very passionate about this sort of work, but he doesn’t want to go back just for another educational experience.
“I need to be able to actually make the difference and have some sort of authority to make the difference. I have about three research papers I’ve written from being there,” said Dhoopan.
He has one more year left at university before studying to practice law in Saskatchewan and Alberta.
His fondest takeaway from Uganda are its people.
“These people in Uganda are probably the most educated people I have ever me,” he said, noting they are well versed in Canadian. European and U.S. politics, knowing whoever comes to power impacts their lives.
He says Ugandans are also the they are the nicest, soft spoken people he’s ever met.
“They treat everyone with respect. Kampala the capital was safer than downtown Toronto,” said Dhoopan. He says he will have more to say about his summer experience in Lloydminster after learning E.S. Laird Middle School has invited him to speak in December.
Additional invitations to speak could be in the works as Dhoopan is well known.
“I have good connections in Lloyd. I was very involved in the community,” he said.
I played every sport possible. I volunteered a lot of my time. I coached minor volleyball and basketball. I’ve been very involved in the community—as much time as possible to give, I gave.”
He’s also worked at his dad’s Domino’s since he was legally old enough and says business comes as second nature to him.
Dhoopan notes his dad also started a Quinznos in Ottawa where he works part time while studying.
Bonnyville sponsors health gala, again
Bonnyville council has voted in favour of being the presenting sponsor for the Bonnyville Health Foundation Gala.
“All the money they raise goes right back into the hospital.
The request was made to council that the town become a presenting sponsor for $25,000.
“All the money they raise goes right back into the hospital, really it’s an investment to turn that $25,000 into quite a bit, it’s usually what, half a million that they raise,” said Coun. Byron Johnson.
“That’s a small part to get that to help improve the initiatives that they do in the hospital, all the money does stay in the hospital.”
The event doesn’t take place until 2025, the health foundation is already putting together sponsorship packages and advertising materials for the gala. The town was the presenting sponsor during the previous gala.
The 2 025 operating budget has not been approved, a motion was required to earmark the funding.
Dhoopan Naik.
Geoff Lee - Meridian Source
GEOFF LEE STAFF WRITER
Bonnyville Hospital. Google Image
CHRISTIAN APOSTOLOVSKI STAFF WRITER
Locals helping in Jasper
Some Lloydminster community members are expected to work in Jasper, B.C., for the foreseeable future, helping with the cleanup.
“A worstcase scenario is a bunch of windows got left open.
This is according to Jim Mandeville, SVP of First Onsite Property Restoration, the nation’s biggest disaster relief company, that is.
The Meridian Source called Mandeville to learn more about their challenges and the challenges of residents returning to the tourist town.
“They will be helping homeowners and businesses recover; it’s a lot of cleaning, removing damaged furniture, appliances, throwing away fridges and freezers,” said Mandeville.
“Sometimes it’s removing damaged furniture and appliances, then helping with whatever repairs are required to get those homeowners and businesses back to how they were before the fire.”
Mandeville says what they will face when they get there will vary depending on how the home was left. If your home was sealed tight, it might be okay and good to go, provided it survived any exterior fire damage.
“A worst-case scenario is a bunch of windows got left open.
And, you know, it’s quite sooty in the whole house and needs to be professionally cleaned from the top down,” stated Mandeville. “Almost everyone will have to throw
away their fridge in the freezer; unfortunately, that stuff leaks out onto the floor many times. So sometimes we have flooring damage that can be pretty gross.”
If you ever need their services, Mandeville said you can call your insurance company or contact them directly to start the process.
The members of our community who work for First Onsite will be staying outside of Jasper and are expected to be there for weeks or months.
Google Image
DAN GRAY STAFF WRITER
September 5, 2024 MERIDIAN SOURCE
Viewpoint
Chris’ A-Z: Weddings, fights and city hall
5921-50 Avenue, Lloydminster, SK S9V 2A4
Phone: 306-825-5111 | Fax: 306-825-5147 meridiansource.ca
Mail: Box 2454, Lloydminster, SK S9V 1W5
Hours: 8AM to 5PM Monday to Friday
The MERIDIAN SOURCE is published once a week, on Thursday. All material printed in the Meridian Source is copyright and may not be copied or reproduced without the express permission of the publisher. The Meridian Source reserves the right to refuse publication of any advertising or editorial material at its discretion. Columns and letters are the expressed view of the author and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Meridian Source.
Editor Taylor Weaver taylor@meridiansource.ca
Marriage is a beautiful thing; the union of two people looking to share their lives. I will be one of those lucky people enjoying the sanctity of marriage next summer.
Getting married can be quite stressful, but luckily, we’re only in the early stages of planning, so stress is low. Have you ever thought to yourself what if two cities got married? Could something besides humans get married?
forth across the border and geographical rivalries sometimes led to fisticuffs. I’m sure these brawls were handled in a ring with very sober individuals.
In the case of this long-term relationship between the two Lloydminsters, they decided to get married. They kissed and made up during a wedding ceremony acted out by schoolchildren.
“Wilt though have this village to be thy wedded wife; to give her Mayor Huxley; to cooperate in hustling along the waterworks; to install cement sidewalks in all directs and sit in chairs of unity in the town hall?”
This was a moving sentiment from the minister performing the ceremony in the town of Lloyd, Sask, which brought a tear to my eye.
Staff Writer Geoff Lee geoff@meridiansource.ca
Staff Writer Christian Apostolovski christian@meridiansource.ca
Staff Writer Dan Gray dan.gray@meridiansource.ca
Marketing Consultant Andrea Allen andrea@meridiansource.ca
Marketing Consultant Bailey Keebaugh bailey@meridiansource.ca
Marketing Consultant Mikayla Flint mikayla@meridiansource.ca
Publisher: Reid Keebaugh
Production Manager: Amanda Richard Distribution: distribution@meridiansource.ca
CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING admin@meridiansource.ca
NEWSPAPER DELIVERY
If you’ve missed a paper, to start or stop delivery, or for carrier applications, please call 306-825-5111 for information.
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
This thought never crossed my mind until I learned the towns of Lloydminster, yes plural, got married. Maybe not so far in the past when Alberta and Saskatchewan were recognized as provinces in Canada, it meant Lloydminster went from existing in a single province to existing in two provinces. Lloydminster, Alta., and Lloydminster, Sask. were born and created some confusion, and rivalries. Buildings would mysteriously move back and
Word on the street ...
This week’s question ...
your favourite thing about back to school?
My favourite thing about back to school is seeing new friends and playing outside. My favourite thing about back to school is gym class. I’m excited to play dodgeball.
Perhaps to onlookers’ surprise, the village of Lloyd, Alta. also said I do. Just like at any wedding, the audience was given the chance to object to the nuptials, despite all the conflicts of the past there were no objections. It’s a beautiful story of two torn lovers coming together.
Next July I hope my own wedding is as spectacular as the wedding between Lloydminsters, and I hope there are no fisticuffs.
I love watching kids who are new to the school discover how big and exciting it is.
My favourite thing about back to school is meeting new friends.
I’m looking forward to having a great last year at Father Gorman and meeting new friends.
Laira
Thursday, September 5, 2024
MERIDIAN
Leeway from Lloyd: There’s a buzz in the air
Expect sunny conditions with wasps to prevail! It’s not often the weather forecast or the news includes lead stories on insect infestations, but wasps have been in the news lately throughout Alberta and parts of Saskatchewan.
According to experts, the proliferation of wasps can begin in July, but that it typically takes until August before the nests have become bigger and more obvious to people.
As wasp colonies grow, this can create increased competition for food which can make wasps more aggressive and increase the chances of us humans being stung.
About four or five years ago during a really bad summer for wasps, I got bitten by three of the blighters while riding my bike and the bites hurt and itched for over two weeks.
Now that wasps are back, I slather myself with
insect repellent before heading out the door, but as soon as I stop for a break and open an energy gel, I get buzzed.
The trick they say is not to try to bat them away, but that’s like saying don’t run from a fire as it goes against human nature.
The proliferation of wasps is great for insect exterminators however, as they are doing a roaring business removing nests etc.
Aside from wasps, flies are also out in droves this month and fly swatters are flying off the shelves.
I may put mine for sale on eBay to cash in on the high demand.
Swatters are almost an essential work device.
If they are as bad this fall as they were last year, I am hoping we have an office dead pool with the person getting the most verified kills in a week getting a free swatter.
Looking back over the past few months, it seems we’ve had a pretty good spring and sum mer when it comes to mosquitoes.
As I recall, mosquitoes were only bad for about two or three weeks at most thanks to the same
Gray Matters: Johnny Hockey of Canada
Shock was the first feeling I had when I turned on the radio Aug. 30. Fan590 out of Toronto was leading with the news that Johnny Gaudreau and his brother were killed.
Growing up in southern Ontario, you are generally born and raised in a blanket of Blue and White. This means that players on other teams have to be very good to get much, if any, airtime in the GTA.
Gaudreau was one of those unique talents.
Only a few times during his near decade as a Calgary Flame did he visit ScotiaBank Centre in Toronto. His ability to pass the puck seamlessly made headlines before he got there.
He was the type of player everyone played for, and he was also the type of player all the other teams planned for.
Over his career, hours of commentary were spent from coast to coast talking about him. Even if you were a fringe hockey fan, you knew about him and what he meant to the Flames and Blue Jackets.
So, what does one do when you hear of such a tragedy?
Many lifelong hockey fans, even those who are
not super connected to Johnny Hockey, will be saddened. Some, including myself, will get angry, and even more, will hopefully hug their families a little closer today.
As he said in his open letter to Flames fans, he moved away from Calgary to be closer to his family.
“As much as I love hockey … family is everything to me. It’s the most important connection I have. And a few years ago, I think I started to realize how much you sacrifice when you give 100 per cent to your career,” said Gaudreau. “I felt like I needed to do more to centre my family in my life after we experienced some hard times.”
Many of us can understand the pull that has on any individual. Some of us here in Lloyd, myself included, live a long way from family, it can be challenging at times.
Knowing it was the main reason he left didn’t make it easier. The hole he left within the Flames family and the City of
Calgary is immense. Many hoped it would only be temporary.
hot and dry conditions that wasps like. Fortunately, all these pesky infestations are seasonal and will go away as the temperature
September 18, 2024 at 5:00 p.m.
If interested in attending, please email beafisher@bordercity.com by September 13, 2024
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.
Passport to YLL
Cards, games, food, meetings and live music
Legacy Centre Day Trip
The Legacy Centre is hosting a dayaway bus trip to the Mayfield Inn in Edmonton and tickets are available now! The trip is on Oct. 23 and the bus leaves from the Legacy Centre parking lot. Brunch is at 10 a.m. with the production of “Musicians gone wild in NASHVILLE” starting at noon. Call the Legacy office at 780-875-4584 for more details and tickets.
Fellowship Village Garage Sale
The Fellowship Village, behind the LloydMall, is having a garage sale this weekend. The sale runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 30 and from noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 31.
Gord Cormier’s Country Legend Show
The Legacy Centre presents Gord Cormier’s Country Legend Show at 7
p.m. on Sept. 4 at the Legacy Centre. Tickets are $25/person in advance or $30 at the door. Purchase your tickets at the Legacy Centre or call 780-8754584 for more details.
Kaiser Tournament
The Legacy Centre is hosting a kaiser tournament on Sept. 5. Play begins at 10 a.m., cost is $10 to play and $12 for lunch. Call the Legacy office at 780-875-4584 for details.
Zulu Challenge
Doubles Crib Tourney
The Moose Lodge is hosting a doubles crib tournament on Sept. 8 at 10 a.m. with 12 games guaranteed. Registration is from 9-9:45 a.m. Cost is $25/person, which includes lunch. Enter as a team or individually (they’ll pair you up). Call Bruce at 780-5226972 to pre-register.
Monthly Supper
Alberta
The Zulu Challenge is coming to Bud Miller All Seasons Park on Sept. 8 from 10 a.m. to noon. This rare event will have 20 obstacles with 5 kilometres of trails. All dogs welcome. All dogs must have a harness, no collars. All owners must have a hands free leash ... reactive/protective dogs must have a muzzle at all times ... anything you cannot do you can go around. Google Lloydminster Zulu Race for more details. Registration for the race is $22.63.
The Legacy Centre is hosting its monthly supper on Sept. 13. Doors open and dancin’ at 5 p.m., supper is at 6 p.m., then dance the evening away. Tickets are $25/person (advance only). Please purchase or reserve your spot by noon on Sept. 12. All members and guests welcome. Call the Legacy office at 780-875-4584 for more details.
Billy Bob Thornton & The Boxmasters at the Vic
Billy Bob Thornton & The Boxmasters are taking the stage at the Vic Juba Community Theatre on Sept. 16 for a 7:30 p.m. show as part of the Dr. H.A. McDonald Season. Tickets are $69 and are available online or at the theatre’s box office. See you there!
Senior Citizen’s Society AGM
The Lloydminster Senior Citizen’s Society resumes weekly meetings on Sept. 17 at the Legacy Centre. Mayor Aalbers will be the speaker. The meet-
ing starts at noon in the boardroom. All members encouraged to attend. Call the Legacy office at 780-875-4584 for more details.
Spades Tournament
The Legacy Centre is hosting a spades tournament on Sept. 19. Play begins at 10 a.m., cost is $10 to play and $12 for lunch. Call the Legacy office at 780-875-4584 for details.
Crib Doubles Tournament
The Legacy Centre is hosting a cribbage doubles tournament on Sept. 26. Play begins at 10 a.m., cost is $10 to play and $12 for lunch. Call the Legacy office at 780-875-4584 for details.
Madchild at Cheers Live Juno Award winner, Madchild, of Swollen Members fame, plays at Cheers Live on Sept. 26. Tickets available on Eventbrite.
Shaela Miller at The Vic Juba Shaela Miller takes the stage at the Vic Juba Community Theatre on Thursday, Nov. 7 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 and available at vicjubatheatre.ca or call the box office at 780-872-7400. Ticket revenue will be divided between Lloydminster Regional Theatre Foundation and Friends of Weaver Park. Double your impact and support two great local non-profit organizations.
A sick twist of fate means a reunification will never happen.
A quick read through Calgary’s social media shows he will always be integral to the Flames story.
The overwhelming responses everywhere you turn are speechless, heartbroken, and forever remembered.
Versions of keeping his family, his sisters, one of which was getting married this weekend, in our thoughts are also expressed widely in response to this tragedy.
Gaudreau expressed his gratefulness to the Flames for believing in
him. His last words of that letter will now forever stand immortal in Calgary.
“I hope the people of Calgary can remember me not only as a hockey player but also as a good person with good values.”
Now, Johnny Hockey, not only is Calgary remembering, but everyone in the hockey world is, too.
I hope everyone holds their family tighter tonight; tomorrow is never a given. Pick up the phone, text, and use social media to tell those you love you are thinking of them.
I know I will.
GRAY MATTERS FROM PAGE 11
Billy brings Boxmasters to Lloydminster
Billy Bob Thornton & The Boxmasters will be blowing the roof off Lloydminster’s Vic Juba Community Theatre on Sept. 16.
The five-member band, led by actor Billy Bob Thornton, start a three-month tour of the U.S. and Canada on Sept. 3 in Texas before rocking the Vic on their second Canadian stop.
“We’re just guys who grew up on The Beatles, The Kinks, The Birds and also, harder stuff, too, like Deep Purple, Zeppelin and all those guys. It’s a mix of all those things,” said Thornton.
“We’re an original rock and roll band based on our influences of the ‘60s. We’re a lot louder than bands in the ‘60s, though,” he laughed.
Thornton may be known for his work in films like Friday Night Lights and Armageddon, but his passion for music started at a young age, playing in cover bands and working as a roadie in high school.
Between 2001 and 2007, Thornton released four solo albums and happened to meet J.D. Andrew, who was working as a sound engineer at the time.
The two formed a band immediately and have been playing together ever since.
Since meeting almost 18 years ago,
Thornton and Andrew have recorded 17 Boxmasters records together, playing every instrument on the album.
“J.D. and I make the records together and play everything on the records, but when we play live, we have three live musicians that travel with us,” said Thornton, noting he plays drums on the albums.
“These guys are our friends and we’ve been playing together for a long time.”
Despite loving time spent in the studio, Andrew is excited to get on the road.
“We’re a pretty small organiza -
tion, and sometimes it’s just me and Billy,” he said. “I love the studio, and that’s the safe space, but getting out and playing shows is also great.”
“This band is my life, our lives. It’s more than a job, we live and breathe it, the writing of the music, the playing of it.”
Audience interaction is also a big part of a Boxmasters show, and Thornton and Andrew are looking forward to getting to know the people of Lloydminster a little better.
“It’s a show that’s about the songs, and we like to connect with the audience a lot. If we have new
stuff out, we’ll tell a little story about the song and why it was written,” said Thornton.
“We like to connect with the audience and get folks moving as often as we can, and before the night’s over, we like to turn a theatre into a club.”
Billy Bob Thornton & The Boxmasters, including J.D. Andrew and Kirk McKim on guitar, Raymond Hardy on bass and Nick Davidson on drums, will be at the Vic Juba Community Theatre on Sept. 16 for a 7:30 p.m. show.
Tickets are $69 and available on the theatre’s website, or in-person at the box office.
TAYLOR WEAVER EDITOR
Supplied Photo
15
September 5, 2024 MERIDIAN SOURCE
All McEacherns in sync at U20 worlds
The recent World U20 Athletics Championships were a world of good for Lloydminster hammer thrower Jake McEachern and his parents Kevin and Marianne.
“To say it was fun watching would be an understatement.
Jake met and made friends with people he will likely keep in touch with the rest of his life.
Jake threw the 6 kilogram hammer 67.68 metres inside the Estadio Atlético de la Videna on Aug. 27 with his mom and dad cheering him on.
The 19-year-old didn’t qualify for the top 12 finals on Aug. 29 but he was all smiles during an Instagram interview for Athletics Canada immediately after his three throws.
“It was a good comp. I was coming in ranked 27th and I ended up placing 18th,” he said on the social media site.
“I didn’t do a personal best, I’m happy that I performed to that extent.”
Kevin said the atmosphere inside the stadium throughout the competition from Aug. 27-31 was amazing and took place under cool and humid conditions.
“These are the best young athletes from over 100 different countries competing,” he said.
The World Athletics U20 Championships are a proven testing ground for Canada’s next wave of track and field stars.
Jake qualified for the world’s with his winning toss of 67.32m at the Canadian U20 Championships in Quebec in June.
His success in the field event landed him a scholarship at Eastern Michigan University. He is in his second year competing in the NCAA.
In Lima, he threw the hammer 65.15m in the first round, then bettered that with a second toss of 67.68m just shy of his personal best before bowing out on his final attempt.
“It was less than half a metre off my PB. I was feeling good and I was feeling pretty sure of myself,” said Jake.
“I’m pretty happy, 18th at world’s is pretty good.”
It was also special for Kevin and Marianne to see their son in action on a world stage.
“To say it was fun watching would be an understatement. Jake met and made friends with people he will likely keep in touch with the rest of his life,” said Kevin.
“The first week we stayed in the same hotel as Team Canada as well as teams Norway, Cuba, Denmark, and Mexico.”
The couple also stayed an extra week in Peru to tour historic sights such as the Sacred Valley and the Temple of the Sun at Machu Picchu.
GEOFF LEE STAFF WRITER
Supplied Photo
Lloydminster hammer thrower Jake McEachern, centre, is all smiles for a photo op with his dad, Kevin, and mom, Marianne, after competing at the World U20 Athletics Championships in Lima, Peru Aug. 27-31.
Source File Photo
‘Cats split pre-season weekend with ‘Yaks
The Lloydminster Bobcats were back on the ice over the weekend for their first taste of pre-season
action, splitting the weekend with the Bonnyville Pontiacs.
The ‘Cats hosted the ‘Yaks on Friday, Aug. 30 at the Centennial Civic Centre, besting them 3-2.
go-ahead goal at 15:35 in the third off a Teague McAllister assist.
Although the final score tells a story, Friday’s shots on goal, were also worth looking at.
Saturday’s roadie in Bonnyville saw the ‘Yaks outperform the Bobcats, beating the black and orange 4-2.
Under the direction of head coach Jeff Woywitka, the ‘Cats came out firing on Aug. 30, owning the ice throughout the first 20 minutes of play. Bobcats’ third-year veteran Teague McAllister was first to get on the board six minutes into the first. Second-year vet Alessio Nardelli also lit the lamp four and a half minutes later with a Luke Fritz assist. Bonnyville’s Christophe Lussier made it a 2-1 game 16 minutes into the second frame.
Teammate Slade Firkus tied it up four and a half minutes into the third frame.
Tied 2-2, Remy Spooner was the night’s hero with a power play
The Bobcats outshot the Pontiacs 46-20, keeping Bonnyville goaltender Renna Trembecky busy. Shots on goal were 18-4 after the first, 16-9 after the second, and 12-7 after the third with dominance from the home bench.
The Bobcats tried to put Saturday’s loss behind them for last night’s game against the Camrose Kodiaks.
The ‘Cats will host the Battleford North Stars on Saturday, Sept. 7 at 7 p.m.
Correction notice
The Meridian Source would like to apologize for misnaming the Lloydminster and Area Brain Injury Society as the Lloydminster and Area Brain Injury Association in last week’s edition of the Source . We also stated their upcoming slo-pitch tournament takes place from Sept. 14-16. The correct dates are Sept. 13-15.
Taylor Weaver - Meridian Source Photos
TAYLOR WEAVER EDITOR
Lloydminster car show spotlights safety
PRESLEY JOHNSTON JUNIOR STAFF WRITER
Lloydminster Honda is set to host their fourth annual Nuffsaid car show on Sept. 21, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Funny thing I’ve noticed is that people are actually worse at the road course with distracted driving over the impaired driving.
T he event, held in the dealership’s parking lot, will feature a variety of attractions including a live DJ, food vendors, raffle prizes and awards. The show is free to attend and aims to bring the community together while promoting road safety.
Ken Prosser from Lloydminster Honda emphasized the importance of the event’s safety component.
“The road course is a really good idea because it highlights the big issue with distracted driving,” said Prosser.
Participants will be able to expe -
rience driving with “beer goggles,” simulating impaired driving, as well as attempting to navigate the course while reading a script on their phone.
“Funny thing I’ ve noticed is that people are actually worse at the road course with distracted driving over the impaired driving,” said Prosser.
Nuffsaid Society, one of the car groups in Lloydminster, is a local import car group who organize the event.
The event has grown significantly
Activities in Lloyd for seniors
PRESLEY JOHNSTON
JUNIOR STAFF WRITER
An anonymous post was made on the What’s Happening in Lloydminster Facebook page from a person looking for places seniors go to get social.
Lloydminster’s citizens took the opportunity to lend a hand and help out.
If you are in the same boat as this person, some recommendations from the comments are:
- Do volunteer work at the Legion and meet new people.
- Join a walking group at the Servus Sports Centre.
- Try mall walking.
- Square dancing at City Church.
- Moose Lodge bingo every Monday and Wednesday.
- Try the many activities at the Legacy Center including cribbage, cards/kaiser and art classes.
- Join water aerobics at the Bioclean Aquatic Centre.
- Visit the patio at the 4th Meridian Brewing Company.
- Visit The Olive
Tree’s senior lunch every Friday from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
- Visit The Salvation Army Lloydminster for senior coffee on Tuesdays from 10:30 a.m.12 p.m.
- Fitness Factory has boot camp-style group workout classes - good for all ages and fitness levels.
- Try out Lloydminster boxing adult classes.
- The Co-op Community Outdoor Pool offers a senior swim from 9 a.m. - 10 a.m. Monday to Friday.
The author received some backlash in their comments for posting anonymously.
A few days later, however, they decided to make a post without anonymity and got nothing but support from the community.
MERIDIAN SOURCE CARRIER
CARRIER OF THE MONTH
CONGRATULATIONS HARVEY
HILTS
our carrier of the month for August!
Harvey received a $25 Gi Certificate from Canadian Tire!
To nominate your carrier email distribution@meridiansource.ca
since its start, attracting over 100 vehicles last year, including motorcycles for the first time.
“Our goal is to grow and try to turn this into a premier import car show,” said Prosser.
“It’s becoming a thing people want to show up for, and our aim is to keep expanding it every year.”
In addition to the road course and car show, the event will feature a vendor alley, showcasing lifestyle clothing and gear and plenty of giveaways, including a $500 gas gift card.
“I t’s a super fun time,” Prosser said. “I enjoy it, and I think everyone else will too.”
Word on the beat: Authorities in policing
Staff Sgt. JERRY NUTBROWN
Virtually everything a police officer does is done with an authority. Along with each authority, also comes limitations.
We have been granted authority to carry a duty pistol that is not allowed to be possessed by any firearms owners, but, if I want to purchase or possess a .22 rifle, I am still required to possess a firearms licence.
Now at the same time, I do have authority to possess other firearms during the course of my duties. However, this whole authority thing does create misunderstandings and sometimes confusion with our clients.
I often recommend officers provide explanations to complainants that specifically center on authorities.
Often an officer will explain they can’t do something being asked of them and this can be confused with the officer being seen as refusing to help.
A common example is when a person comes to us for retrieval of property. Taking someone else’s property is theft, unless there is an authority allowing it.
When we arrest a person for uttering threats via an electronic means
with their cell phone, the Criminal Code affords authority to seize their phone as it may provide evidence of the offense.
However, we can’t keep their money, cigarette lighter or gum. The authority restricts us to seizing items related to the offense or if the items are illegal to possess.
In the case of any property we seize, we must now complete a Report to Justice and list all items seized within a time limit.
We must also secure the items, further document them, and maintain a chain of custody. At the end of this, a judge will make a decision on the disposition of all items seized.
Authorities extend into nearly every duty officers complete, and most often, they are derived from statutes or Case Law.
I’ll explain Case Law in a future article but statutes are where the majority of authorities come from.
As Lloydminster is on a border, we have to contend with two sets of provincial statutes in addition to over 250 federal statutes.
I am still adjusting to the dual province situation, so I am currently more familiar with Alberta statutes.
The Alberta Traffic Safety Act authorizes officers to stop vehicles for
Bioclean Aquatic Centre remains artless
Lloydminster council has once again shot down a request to put up new art at the Bioclean Aquatic Centre.
The funding request would pull $50,000 in contingency funds to fund the procurement, fabrication, transportation and installation of a new three-dimensional sculpture at the Bioclean Aquatic Centre.
The funds would come from the Recreation and Culture Capital Reserve.
The original two-dimensional artwork was located on the south wall of the aquatic centre. When it was taken down due to rehabilitation of the building, it was deemed to be at the end of its serviceable life and unable to reattach to the new building cladding.
The piece, named Ekecheira, was installed on the south-facing wall to commemorate the 2010 Olympics. The piece was developed during Laura Hale’s artist-in-residence from 2008 - 2011 and removed multiple times to accommodate maintenance to the building’s exterior.
During the question-and-answer period, Coun. Michael Diachuk
raised the question about the project having a contingency for the artwork to come down and go back up.
“The two parts around this particular scenario of question for me are, if the art project was initially part of the renovation, we’re now treating it differently, and I’m just wondering why we are, and secondly, if that is being treated differently, I haven’t heard a good enough reason why it is being treated differently,” said Diachuk.
City administration said there was money in the project for the piece to be taken down and put back up during the process, but it was found to be unsalvageable and needed to be decommissioned.
Coun. David Lopez would like to see new art continue to capture the memory of the 2010 Vancouver Olympics.
certain things, even when no observable offense has been committed.
Checks for sobriety and current documents are a couple of the reasons why these can be legally conducted. These stops do not authorize an officer to search the vehicle unless an offense is being committed, that then provides an authority to search.
Police can not arbitrarily enter a residence, however, there are exigent circumstances that do authorize entry without a warrant. This includes the preservation of
life or evidence. Search warrants provide authority to search but at the same time, have limitations based on the suspected offense(s). So, if you are told by a police officer that they can’t do something, in all likelihood, they don’t have an authority to do what is being asked of them.
- Staff Sgt. Jerry Nutbown, is the NCO in charge of the Lloydminster RCMP detachtment’s General Investigation Section. Stay tuned for future articles from the Lloydminster RCMP.
Source File Photo
CHRISTIAN APOSTOLOVSKI STAFF WRITER
Source File Photo
Lithium battery safety with the LFD
The Lloydminster Fire Department wants residents to use lithiumion batteries safely in light of a fire in Tulsa, Okla.
The fire started after a family pet chewed a rechargeable battery pack causing it to spark and ignite a fire. Thankfully all the animals escaped, and no injuries were reported.
Deputy fire chief Kristopher Hill viewed the YouTube video and shared his thoughts on lithium in our community.
“Lithium-ion batteries are the new kind of battery; they’re everywhere. The issue with those batteries is that they store a large amount of energy in a small space,” said Hill.
“If not used for the specific purpose they are designed for, they can be very dangerous; they need to be used for exactly what they are designed for.”
Hill warns that, like any product, very small amounts of these products can be defective, so they can catch fire and explode.
“The first signs of a problem would be a change in odour, bulging, or changing colour; if you encounter any
of these problems, please call 9-1-1,” said Hill.
Here are some tips he had for the safe use and disposal of these products:
- Only use new products that are certified by a qualified testing laboratory; we don’t recommend buying products from Temu or Amazon, for example. We recommend using brand names because they are normally certified.
- Put batteries in the device they are designed for immediately and only use the correct charging cord.
- Do not put any charging cables under pillows, blankets or beds.
- Keep them out of direct sunlight
- Don’t throw batteries in the trash; find a proper disposal location for them.
“We do see a lot of structure fires being started by kids or teenagers that are putting these devices when they go to sleep underneath their pillows,” stated Hill. “Firefighters are training regularly for all the new technologies out there; we carry all the necessary equipment… and we’re definitely up to date for new technologies like Lithium-Ion batteries and electric vehicles.
The Lloydminster Fire Department
also wants to remind you to ensure your smoke detectors are working by checking them monthly. You should also ensure they aren’t past their expiration date of 10 years from when they were manufactured.
According to Hill, proper disposal of smoking materials this time of year is also essential.
“We are seeing a lot of issues around people putting smoking material in planter pots and bark mulch, causing fires.”
Lastly, if the worst should happen and you become a victim of a house
fire, he urges you never to go back inside.
“Firefighters are the ones who will go inside and rescue any pets or family that are still inside, don’t go back in,” stresses Hill. “A lot of people have sentimental stuff, but, you know, stuff can be replaced; people cannot; we want people to get out and call 911.”
Firefighters are on duty at the Department 24/7, 365 days a year; if you have questions or concerns regarding anything fire-related, you can reach the department at 306-825-6515.
It’s Transportation Week in Saskatchewan
MERIDIAN SOURCE STAFF
The Government of Saskatchewan has proclaimed Sept. 2 to 6 as Transportation Week.
“It is important for us to recognize those who keep our economy moving,” said highways minister Lori Carr.
“This week is about recognizing the thousands of dedicated people who are vital to getting goods and products to market and build and maintain our province’s infrastructure.”
“The Saskatoon Transportation Club is proud to celebrate the outstanding individuals who drive the transportation industry forward
in Saskatchewan,” Saskatoon Transportation Club president Robert Skarzynski said. “This proclamation highlights the essential role transportation plays in connecting our communities and fueling our economy.”
This year’s highways budget of $741 million will improve key transportation corridors to continue to meet the growing needs of Saskatchewan’s economy, families and communities.
“Due to Saskatchewan being a land-locked province, our transportation infrastructure and those who work in the industry are essential to keeping our exportbased economy strong and
growing,” Carr said. “We will continue to make necessary investments and ensure products are able to safely and efficiently get to more than 160 countries around the world.”
This year’s budget will fund improvements to more than 1,100 kilometres of the provincial highways network. Major projects include continuing the twinning construction projects near Rowatt and Corinne on highways 6 and 39 between Regina and Weyburn, and corridor improvements on Highway 5 east of Saskatoon.
Saskatchewan’s Ministry of Highways operates and maintains more than 26,500 km of
highways, 16 northern airports, 12 ferries and a barge. It provides funding for maintenance and improvements to community airports, shortline railways and municipal roads and bridges.
ARTLESS FROM PAGE 19
“I almost feel like it has to be something that commemorates that Olympic spirit again, not something that some artist wants to put up that doesn’t depict what this art was before-hand,” said Lopez.
“That building is a very big grey wall right now, walking through Bud Miller All Season Park, you see that big wall and
The Government of Saskatchewan has invested more than $13 billion in transportation infrastructure since 2008, to improve more than 20,700 kilometres of Saskatchewan highways.
there’s really no colour and no life on that side of the building.”
After further discussion regarding the funding sources of the project, administration recommended council make a motion to bring it back to a future meeting.
Council passed the motion to postpone the public art advisory committee request to a future meeting.
21st 1:00 - 3:00 PM
DAN GRAY STAFF WRITER
PAGE 21
Thursday, September 5, 2024
MERIDIAN SOURCE 306-825-5111 admin@meridiansource.ca
EDMONTON COIN SHOW & SALESeptember 21/22 2024, 10 am - 4:30 pm, Sunday,10 am3:00 pm.. Lions Centre 11113 - 113 Street, Edmonton. Free market evaluations. Dealers from across Canada * Auctions * Displays * WATCHES * Family friendly! www. edmontoncoinclub. com/shows.
Announces its 15th ANNUAL FARM SALE 810 Valley Road (Saskatoon, SK)
Friday Sept. 13th
9:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday Sept. 14th 9:00am - 4:00pm
TREES, SHRUBS & SHELTERBELTS
QUEEN CITY ANTIQUE & VINTAGE FALL MARKET
September 13 & 14
Friday 12 - 8
Saturday 10 - 4
Callie Curling Club
2225 Sandra SChmirler Way regina
Admission $6
Children under 12 free
neW VendorS/info Call: 306-530-7171
Classifieds
ALBERTA FEED GRAIN: Buying Oats, Barley, Wheat, Canola, Peas, Screenings, Mixed Grains. Dry, Wet, Heated, or Spring Thresh. Prompt Payment. In House Trucks, In House Excreta Cleaning. Vac Rental. 1-888-483-8789.
AGPRO SEEDS - BUYING HEATED CANOLA, FEED BARLEY & FEED GRAIN. #1 buyer on the prairies, top price paid! For Bids Call/Text: 306-873-0481, Email: sales@agproseeds.com
WE BUY DAMAGED GRAIN HEATED... LIGHT BUGS... TOUGH MIXED GRAIN SPRING THRASHED WHEAT... OATS PEAS... BARLEY CANOLA... FLAX “ON FARM PICKUP” WESTCAN FEED & GRAIN 1-877-250-5252
ROCKY MOUNTAIN EQUIPMENT IS HIRING: Parts Technicians, Sales Consultant, Agriculture & Heavy Equipment Techs - Journeyman, Apprentices and Sales roles. View Open Roles www.rockymtn. com/careers. Possible Relocation and Signing Bonus Offered.
HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS
Motor scrapers, dozers, excavators, rock trucks, packers; wide range of machines.
Lots of work all season. Camp/R & B provided. Competitive wages. Valid drivers license req’d. Send resume and work references to: Bryden Construction and Transport Co. Inc. Box 100, Arborfield, SK S0E 0A0; Fax: 306-769-8844 Email: brydenconstruct@ xplornet.ca www. brydenconstruction andtransport.ca
FARMLAND WANTED
I am currently PURCHASING single to large blocks of land.
NO FEES OR COMMISSIONS
Saskatchewan born and raised, I know farming and farmland and can help you every step of the way.
Doug Rue, for further information 306-716-2671 saskfarms@shaw.ca www.sellyourfarm land.com
Other medical conditions causing TROUBLE WALKING or DRESSING? The Disability Tax Credit allows for $3,000 yearly tax credit and $30,000 lump sum refund. Take advantage of this offer. Apply NOW; quickest refund Nationwide: Expert help. 1-844-453-5372.
THANK YOU To all my friends for helping me celebrate my birthday.
The birthday party, cards, visits and phone calls.
Thank you for the gifts to the Food Bank.
Eight bags of groceries plus $403 was donated.
~ Kay Hauer
FIREARMS WANTED FOR OUR 2024 AUCTION PROGRAM: Rifles, Shotguns, Handguns, Antiques, Militaria, Collections, Estates, Single Items. For Auction, or Possible Purchase: TollFree 1-800-694-2609, Email Us at sales@ switzersauction.com or Visit Us @ www. switzersauction.com.
INTEGRITY POST FRAME BUILDINGS since 2008 BUILT WITH CONCRETE POSTS. Barns, Shops, Riding Arenas, Machine Sheds and more, sales@ integritybuilt.com 1-866-974-7678 www. integritybuilt.com.
BLANKET THE PROVINCE with a classified ad. Only $269/wk (based on 25 words or less). Reach almost 80 weekly newspapers. Call NOW for details. 1-800-282-6903 Ext 225; www.awna.com.
PROVINCE-WIDE CLASSIFIEDS. 49 local community newspapers, distributing to over 450 communities, including 14 cities. Reach over 550,000 readers weekly. Call 306649.1405 or visit www. swna.com for details.
GET YOUR MESSAGE SEEN ACROSS Alberta. The Blanket Classifieds or Value Ads reach over 600,000 Alberta readers weekly. Two options starting at $269 or $799 to get your message out! Business changes, hiring, items for sale, cancellations, tenders, etc. People are increasingly staying home and rely on their local newspapers for information. KEEP people in the loop with our 80 Weekly Community Newspapers. Call THIS NEWSPAPER now or email classifieds@awna.com for details. 1-800-2826903, 780-434-8746 X225. www.awna.com.
Private mortgage lender. All real estate types considered. No credit checks done. Deal direct with lender and get quick approval. Toll free 1-866-4051228 www.firstandsecondmortgages.ca
HIP/KNEE REPLACEMENT.
wan on August 19, 2024 at the age of 70 years with her husband by her side.
Susan is survived by: her loving husband, Leslie Larocque; sons; Jon Parenteau and Denny Parenteau (Abi); granddaughter, Kyla Vandale; grandson, Max Parenteau; and numerous extended family and friends.
A private family service will be held at a later date. Donations in memory of Susan may be made to Diabetes Canada.
– 29 Street Lloydminster, AB Thu., Sept. 5 & Fri., Sept. 6 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm Sat., Sept. 7 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Christmas / Halloween decor, records, tablecloths & towels, Elvis Collection, cookbooks, new size 9 men’s skates & Irish Blessings Bradford Exchange
ARIES
This week is great for taking the lead on projects or new ventures. Your energy is high, and your con dence is magnetic
TAURUS
You might nd yourself contemplating long-term goals and how to achieve them. It’s a good time to invest in personal growth and nancial stability.
GEMINI
Your social calendar might be lling up, and you could nd yourself engaged in important conversations or networking opportunities.
CANCER
This week, focus on creating a harmonious home environment and nurturing your emotional health.
LEO
You might feel a surge of creative energy. Use this time to express yourself in new and exciting ways, whether through art, writing, or other creative endeavors.
VIRGO
Your attention to detail will serve you well this week. It’s a great time to get organized and focus on health routines. LIBRA
Your attention may be drawn to relationships, whether they’re romantic, platonic, or professional. Strive for balance and harmony in your interactions
SCORPIO
You might nd yourself re ecting on deeper aspects of life and personal transformation.
SAGITTARIUS
This week could bring opportunities for exploration and learning. Whether it’s through travel, new experiences
CAPRICORN
Your focus might shift toward career goals and professional development. It’s a good time to set new goals or make strides toward long-term ambitions.
AQUARIUS
Your innovative thinking will be highlighted this week. It’s a good time to brainstorm new ideas and connect with friends or groups that share your interests.
PISCES
You might nd yourself more in tune with your intuition and inner self. Use this time for personal re ection and growth.
