Moose Jaw Express, August 2, 2023

The Ministry of Justice has named Moose Jaw defence lawyer David Chow as a new judge, which means his career in The Friendly City.

The ministry announced the appointment in a news release on July 31. Chow will serve in Moose Jaw Provincial Court.

“I have spent two decades working toward this goal. My family and I are excited knowing that we will remain in Moose Jaw, close to our fami-

lawyer David Chow named new provincial

ly, friends and the community that has always been our home,” Chow said in an email to the Express.

Chow started his career articling with his father, Kerry, before working with his brother, Justice Darin Chow, and has been the principal to his nephew, Parker, for the past several years.

Chow received his bachelor of laws from the University of Saskatchewan College of Law in 2000, and was called to the Bar in 2001 after articling with Chow and Company, Barristers and Solicitors.

Upon completing his articles, he took a position with Chow McLeod, Barristers and Solicitors. He became

Throughout his legal career, Judgetise in civil litigation, family law, and commercial law, with a growing role in supporting Saskatchewan’s legal community and promoting the legal profession across the province.

After two terms as an elected bencher with the Law Society of Saskatchewan from 2012 to 2018, Judge Chow was appointed to the Law Foundation of Saskatchewan, where he currently serves as chair.

Chow is a past president of Moose Jaw United Way and sat on the Moose Jaw Family YMCA Board of Directors from 2008 to 2013. He is also heavily involved in the Tae Kwon Do community and sat on the Saskatchewan Branch of the World Tae Kwon Do Federation’s Executive Board of Directors from 2009 to 2012.

The new judge said by email that he had been fortunate to have represented “a wonderful group of clients,” many of whom have become

his friend during the past two decades. Even though Chow is leaving private

with his former colleagues Tim Hansen, Tim McLeod, Parker Chow and Reagan King.

“It gives me personal satisfaction

serving my clientele,” Chow said.

“I am extremely grateful to my dedicate support team and the lawyers at Chow McLeod, as well as all of my legal colleagues in Moose Jaw, for their professionalism and collaboration in helping best serve our respective clients.”

The Ministry of Justice has named Moose Jaw defence lawyer David Chow as a new provincial court judge. Photo submitted

‘A beautiful day’: Moose Jaw Métis take bus trip to Batoche festival

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Among the more than 40,000 people at the Back to Batoche Days festival on July 21 was a busload of Moose Javians, who attended the festival to celebrate their Métis heritage and the history of their people on the land that is now part of Canada.

The Back to Batoche Days festival commemorates the 1885 Battle of Baresistance of the Métis Nation to encroachment by settlers. The Métis are often called ‘children of the fur trade’ and are descended from marriages between First Nations peoples and Europeans. They formed their own mixed-race cultural identity, including the Michif language, the jigging dance, foods, beading styles, customs, and more.

“The Batoche site was, of course, the site of the 1885 Métis rebellion that took place in Northern Saskatchewan,” Darrell Hawman, president of Moose Jaw’s Métis Local No. 160, told the Moose Jaw Express for a previous article. “It was a battle for the rights of the Métis to their land and to be able to practice their culture. The (Canadians) came out with their army and unfortunately the Métis were defeated. And it’s a National Historic Site, and over the years the Métis have built up the fairgrounds there.

“It’s an annual event where the Métis Nation gathers to celebrate our culture and

traditions.”

Hawman said this year’s Batoche festival, which set attendance records, was very well organized and had plenty of activities.

“There was lots to do,” Hawman said.

“I must say, I was very impressed with Métis Nation Saskatchewan. They did a

great job of organizing and making sure there was lots of support on the ground.

So, hats off to the provincial group. ... It was a very good trip.”

Hawman’s twin sister, Darlene Veroba, took her grandchildren along on the trip. She said it was a wonderful chance to connect more with her heritage and for

her grandchildren to see where they come from.

“My mom had made a promise to her dad that she wouldn’t talk about being Métis,” Veroba said. “We always heard comments like, ‘Oh my god, you look [Indigenous],’ but my mom never said anything. And then all of a sudden, she started telling us that her mother was born on a reserve in Montana, but she still didn’t go into details.”

Hawman has since become an expert on Métis history and an avid advocate for Métis culture, and their children and grandchildren are in no doubt about their heritage.

“Almost all my children have their Métis cards, and they’re proud about it,” Veroba said. At Batoche, the family visited all the historic sites — the grandchildren were wide-eyed at the bullet holes still in the walls of the church where the Métis made their last stand.

for a place in Canada, as Métis,” she went on. “And there were food trucks and bannock ... and they had bands playing, and jigging, and it was all very interesting and we watched it all together. It was a beautiful day. I think everyone should go to Batoche.”

Catch the spirit of Watrous-Manitou Beach’s magic waters

If there is an area of Saskatchewan that can be labelled “exotic,” it is Watrous-Manitou Beach, located about 150 kilometres up Highway 2 north of Moose Jaw.

On a hot summer day, the heat of the sun beats down on Manitou Lake and its shallow valley. For generations, area residents and visitors have soaked it in from the beach while enjoying an ice cream in the mineralized waters that First Nations people believe have healing properties.

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tou’s three beaches where swimmers can venture into the cool, salty waters to discover its amazing buoyancy.

For those less enthusiastic about a dip in the lake, the Manitou Springs Resort Hotel and Spa provides the same healing swim in a heated setting. Patrons can further retract from weekday stress with a visit to the spa for a massage or esthetic service.

Golfers of all kinds can hit the fairways on three different facilities. Athletes who prefer a ball can play nine holes on

The district sits in the heart of Canada’s grain belt and includes the Town of Watrous and the Village of Manitou Beach, the latter located four kilometres north of the town. As a unit, the Prairie friendliness the calming natural aesthetic of the area. The recreational escape has attracted tourists for more than 100 years by making accommodations for every member of the family, from Little Johnny to Grandma Margaret.

The Watrous-Manitou Beach recreation area boasts a wide variety of recreational and cultural amenities and events.

the par 36, 3048-yard Manitou Beach Golf Club, or tap in the kids and play miniature-golf across the road. Meanwhile, disc 18-hole courses in the province at Murray Disc Golf Course just south of the Manitou

and District Regional Park campgrounds. Watrous hosts many more amenities for sports enthusiasts, with a swimming pool, groomed baseball diamonds, skating and curling rinks, a bowling alley and much more.

The arts play a strong role in Watrous-Manitou’s popularity as well. The historic Danceland dance hall continues to operate lakeside with weekly dances held throughout the summer season featuring country, polka, old-time and rock music

from the 1950s and 1960s. The facility is internationally renowned for its horsehair the most popular polka and old-time music acts in Canada.

Walking along Lake Avenue from Danceland to the Main Beach, pedestrians can browse art, antique and gift shops or check out various cafes, bars and restaurants. The village also has one of the last few drive-in theatres operating in the province, where the family can enjoy the sunset with an outdoor movie experience. Among the major events hosted at Manitou Beach are a selection of arts festivals. Musicians and performance artists move in July 21 and 22 for the Manitou Beach Busking Festival before the writers and readers gather Aug. 4 and 5 for WOW Manitou (Wonder of Words Literary Festival). The annual Manitou Beach Chainsaw Carving Festival hits the stage a week later, while the annual Manitou Music Festival occurs in September.

In Watrous, the event of the summer involves the rubber meeting the road. The annual Watrous Fun Run Show and Shine took place this past weekend on July 29. Hosted by the local chamber of commerce since 1992, the show features vintage, custom and unique vehicles from throughout plenty to marvel at with the 250 cars, trucks, tractors and motorcycles that line Main Street for the occasion.

The twin communities have plenty of options when it comes to overnight stays. Watrous hosts conventional hotel and motel rooms at an economical rate. Besides the resort and spa at the lake, various accommodations are available, including small rental units. There are several bars, restaurants and cafes to choose from, beach-side burgers and fries.

For those who prefer to camp, the Manitou and District Regional Park sits above the village just a walk up the hill. The campground facilities include 230 serviced sites on a property within easy reach of the golf course, the drive-in, the beach and various walking trails.

For more information, visit the Watrous-Manitou Beach Recreation Area website at watrousmanitou.com and townofwatrous.com.

The Métis Back to Batoche Days festival took place July 20 to 23 (photos courtesy of Darrell Hawman)

Danceland near hiking trail Angie Rolheiser

Little Manitou Art Gallery

Smiling faces, bright blue skies, and warm weather greeted the crowd at Moose Jaw annual Summer Festival kicked off with great success.

The Summer Festival was organized

service areas.

activities.

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counts.”

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Izzy Sopp (left) and Aidyn Adkins (right) showing their painted faces.

was, and the answer was unanimous: “All of it!”

vices. “The entertainment has just been

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entrance is located on the west side of the

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overheard talking about the show even after it was concluded.

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the magician was amazing,” the Diversi-

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May 2023 was $7 billion, up 89.8 per cent from May 2022. Saskatchewan’s economic momentum continues as we provide sustainable and reliable food, fuel and

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The Blue Beach Band provided live entertainment at the event.

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Participants got up and danced to the Blue Beach Band’s live entertainment.

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A successful throw at the dunk tank.

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“It’s all about inclusion and having a great day,” said Valerie BuddPritchard.

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A business trip recently took us to the ‘windy-city’ of Chicago. It was an interesting few days but I must admit that my love of the prairies here in Saskatchewan outshines the city of Chicago more than a visit to the “Michigan Golden Mile”.

Don’t get me wrong, I love mini-getaways, even if it’s work-related and this was no exthe experience.

Chicago is a huge city and from the onset landing at O’Hara International Airport, it became apparent that walking was the order of the day. We walked more than a half-an-hour from the landing terminal to the luggage claim area.

We then heralded a cab to get us to the hotel suite close to the convention centre where we were going to spend the next few days. That took about an hour-and-athe exorbitant cost for the cab in American dollars to get us to where we needed to go.

Our accommodation was great, but because it was downtown close to the convention centre, the area was sort of sketchy and walking after dark wasn’t recommended.

our evening dining. We had to take a separate elevator up and before we even got on we were scanned for weapons, probably a good thing considering the location. The restaurant was lovely but I must admit the view of the high-rise across the street wasn’t exactly the scenery I was expecting.

Chicago is located on Lake Michigan and the lake itself from one side across to the opposite shore is 59 miles. It’s a huge deal!

Another positive about the hotel is that it is linked to the convention centre by a skywalk and that was very well received the following day when we woke up to rain.

Two days of continuous walking was apparently good for us, with a sit-down rest now and then.

We did have a little over a day to enjoy the sights and sounds of the city, but we couldn’t get anywhere notable without using expensive transportation. Uber was our choice and we both were very impressed with the vehicles, their cleanliness, and the friendliness of the drivers. I would recommend it to anyone. The good thing about using Uber is that you can track the vehicle upon booking, know exactly how far it is from your location of pick-up and then be able to track your trip in progress to the destination.

We walked about half of the Michigan Golden Mile, visiting shops and street-side stops for a break. We went to Neiman Marcus but you needed to have a bag full of money to shop there. A jean-top with a little bit of jeweling on the shoulders was a mere $1320 and a golf shirt was $800 American, a little outside our shopping budget. Macy’s was well-worth the trip with all kinds of price points, although

The 7-storey water tower shopping mall was another extravagant experience.

We took an interesting architectural boat tour up the river late one afternoon that was well-received because we could just relax and enjoy, followed by dinner on the Navy Pier.

Next day was homeward bound and now I can say, ‘Been there; done that!’

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The team co-ordinating the weekend lunch program for the needy, operated out of St. Aidan Anglican Church on 1st Avenue NE, are preparing to help out with Project Shine when it launches Aug. 1, and to receive help in turn from employees at Moose Jaw Co-op and SaskWater.

“We’re partnering with the Co-op [Food Store] and SaskWater to serve our community lunches on the weekend,” explained Nathan McLean, who helps co-ordinate volunteers for the weekend lunch program. “As part of that, we’re fundraising through a till campaign, and on August 12 the volunteers from our lunch program will come and bag groceries for people and hopefully make some nice connections there and maybe tell people a bit more about what we’re doing and how we serve the community.

A volunteer prepares chili for serving at the weekend lunch program, operated from St. Aidan (courtesy Nathan McLean)

funding to continue.

In return for the help at the Food Store on August 12, employees from the Co-op and SaskWater will join volunteers at St. Aidan on August 19 to help prepare and serve lunches.

“That will be the reversal, on August 19, where they’ll come to see what we do,” McLean said. “They’ll participate in preparing lunches that day and handing them out to our community members. So, that will be good for them to get some exposure and get to know the guests we serve.”

PiT Count involvement

“And that will kind of launch our campaign.”

The weekend lunch program, begun during COVID, has become a vital part of the community for people struggling with food insecurity — a number that continues to rise, according to the Moose Jaw & District Food Bank.

Volunteers co-ordinated by St. Aidan serve lunches from the church’s steps on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 to 10:30 a.m. during the summer. The lunches are free for anyone who needs them. Usually it’s sandwiches, but sometimes there are smokies or bowls of chili as well.

On August 1, the Moose Jaw Co-op and SaskWater will launch what they have called Project Shine. For the whole of August, Co-op Food Store customers will be able to donate to the lunch program at the checkout till. In partnership with SaskWater, the Co-op will match donations up to $5,000, giving the program much-need

Unrelated to Project Shine, but occurring in the same time-frame, St. Aidan will serve as a base for the August 26 Point-in-Time Count being organized by Square One Community, Inc. The count will yield invaluable statistics about the number of people in Moose Jaw who lack reliable, safe housing. It will include questions about housing insecurity, whether participants also take care of pets while homeless, whether they’re working, demographic information, and more.

Because of the importance of the weekend lunch program and the generosity and commitment of its volunteers, McLean elaborated, a table will be set up for the PiT Count during the day’s lunch distribution.

The weekend lunch program doesn’t just help people experiencing homelessness. Seniors, low-income families with children, people with disabilities, and others are feeling the strain of trying to feed themselves.

Volunteers for the program do not need to be members of the St. Aidan congregation. To help with volunteering, text or call Nathan McLean at 306-531-2241.

Good Scoop ice cream shop continues fundraising for Transition House

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A group of all-female entrepreneurs comprised of elementary and high school students has started an ice cream business as part of a project to support the Moose Jaw Transition House.

few young women had the idea to start a youth leadership collective (YLC), with the goal — among other things — of gaining business experience.

“We’re just really interested in seeing the power of what we can do kind of by ourselves and what we can create and the people we can help … ,” said group co-founder Jakson McAuley.

McAuley and other founders sent notices to high schools announcing the YLC project and encouraging other young women to join. Some joined because they knew each other through sports, while others were recruited after submitting resumés.

The initiative grew to 10 young women from Vanier, Peacock, Central and King George Elementary. Most girls are in Grade 11, while one is in Grade 12 and one is in Grade 8.

The group includes Rose Miko, Ireland Guillaume, Madison Marktanner, Kate Hansen, Joyce Xu, Josie Rogers, McAuley, Callista McQueen, Mitike Cridland and Mattaya Coupland.

They then brainstormed projects they could pursue, eventually landing on an ice cream business.

“It kind of just popped into Jakson’s head. She kind of just thought of it and was like, ‘Let’s open an ice cream store,’ and we kind of just all made it happen,” recalled Hansen.

There didn’t seem to be many ice cream shops downtown, while a conversation with now-graduated students inspired the all-female YLC team to start with a sweet treat business, said McAuley, noting it’s also “a very summer thing.”

The young women opened The Good Scoop on July 1 at 31 Main Street North — hours are 12 to 9 p.m. — between John’s Music Ltd. and Celtic Heart Day Spa. The group operates in the front of Tara’s Commodities — which sells ethnic oil and rice products — because that business belongs to Xu’s mother.

Business has been great since the shop opened, with many tourists popping in, although it would be nice if more residents visited, said McAuley.

Hansen noted that business is brisk when the weather is hot, while McAuley laughed that no one comes when it’s raining.

ness, although a few ran lemonade stands as children.

“This is like an extreme version of that,” laughed McAuley. “It’s a lot more make-it-up-as-you-go than I thought. A lot of problems are thrown at you (but) you kind of have to get through.

“But it’s been really good so far … . We’ve learned a lot about the way everything works and reaching out to (other) businesses and what we need to do to get more people through the door. But it’s been really good to get some real-world experience.”

Hansen agreed, saying it’s been fun interacting with tourists and learning from where they’ve come.

Once the summer ends, The Good Scoop will donate chose that charity, McAuley explained, because they are young women and thought it was appropriate to support an organization that helps women in Moose Jaw.

Being an all-female business team has been great since they all get along, while it’s similar to hanging out with friends, she continued.

“It’s kind of empowering,” McAuley chuckled.

The Good Scoop will close on Aug. 31, while the girls are unsure if they will reopen next summer since the project was short-term.

“We wanted to get a taste of what business is like,” added McAuley.

The Good Scoop can be found on various social media pages. Contact info is 306-519-8489 or thegoodscoop31@gmail.com.

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Jakson McAuley and Kate Hansen are two of 10 girls who started The Good Scoop ice cream shop, an initiative under their Youth Collective Leadership project that supports the Transition House. Photo by Jason G. Antonio

Lumsden-Morse to hold by-election on August 10

An election is being held after Saskatchewan Party MLA Lyle Steward resigns for health reasons

The Lumsden-Morse constituency is holding an upcoming by-election on August 10, and this will be held at the Canswan Building at 83 Ominica Street West in Moose Jaw.

The by-election was called after the previous Lumsden-Morse Saskatchewan Party MLA Lyle Stewart resigned for health reasons.

“After he resigned, you have six months for a by-election to be called to elect a new member for the constituency,” explained Joyce Holland, the Returning

This year’s Lumsden-Morse candidates are Les Guillemin with the Buffalo Party of Saskatchewan; Kaitlyn Stadnyk with the New Democratic Party (NDP); Isaiah Hunter with the Saskatchewan Green Party; Blaine McLeod with the Sas-

a large rural area,” said Holland. “We need to give those voters the opportunity to vote. They would be more than an hour away from (some) tech voting location(s).”

Moose Jaw has a tech poll only. “If you come to Moose Jaw, you will be voting with the new technology.”

Tech polling differs by viewing the candidate list on a secure computer screen, but you still mark your choice on a physical ballot. When the vote is competed, the ballot will drop into a locked and secure box.

“With these new tech polls, we want to make sure those things go smoothly,” (to assist), tabulators to help and make sure the machine doing the counting is operating correctly.”

Each polling location has at least a Dep(DRO), sometimes a Poll Clerk, and sometimes an Information

There is some controversy surrounding the upcoming election. With the writ being dropped unexpectedly on July 13, the election date lines up with the start of harvest.

For many in the rural constituency, it can be challenging to make the time to vote.

workers for the next election, and they can already express interest (for that election),” said Holland. She noted that all poelection.

Anyone who visits the website can any jobs they express interest in. “De-suitable,” she said.

Polling details

“This by-election is not for anyone living in Moose Jaw, to be very clear,” explained Holland. “We are the rural area around (Moose Jaw). We are Lumsden-Morse; Moose Jaw has its own constituencies… and they are not voting at this time.”

“Anyone in the whole constituency can go to any one of these tech locations that location,” said Holland. “It’s only on limited to their own area.”

Tech polls will be open August 3 – 8 but will be closed on August 7 for the Saskatchewan Day stat holiday. On August 9, polling will once again close in preparation for the August 10 polling date.

“All the polls are open on August 10,” polls and 16 manual polls throughout the constituency.

Voting hours are 12 a.m. – 8 p.m., but on August 10 they are open 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.

To access the Moose Jaw location, Holland asks that voters use the southwest entrance. For anybody with mobility issues, there’s a wheelchair-accessible ramp at the northwest corner of the building. Parking is available in the adjacent lot to the south, at Safeway, or along Ominica Street West.

For a list of parties and their platforms, you can visit https://www.elections.sk.ca/candidates-political-parties/ political-parties/ and click on the link to each separate party.

To view the list of voting locations, visit https://www.elections.sk.ca/2023byelections/voting-locations/#lum.

er, information is available at https://cdn. elections.sk.ca/upload/E-161HB-Homebound-Application-2020-FINAL.pdf.

The Moose Jaw location can be contacted by calling 1-833-398-0370 or 306693-7016. They can also be reached by email at lum@elections.sk.ca.

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katchewan Party; and Jon Hromek with the Saskatchewan United Party.

There are two additional elections scheduled for the same date. These will be held at the Regina Coronation Park and at Regina Walsh Acres, but these locations do not include Lumsden-Morse polling.

In the Lumsden-Morse constituency, 16 manual polling stations. “We have such

“It’s a tough time to call an election for people, because of holidays and this is a very rural constituency. Calling it when they are starting to harvest has been a little controversial,” explained Holland. “We knew it was coming, we just didn’t know when.”

Anyone interested in working at a future election can do so by visiting Elections.sk.ca. “We will be looking for

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By Patricia Hanbidge

Trees and the Environment –

Part II

Trees and other green spaces are extremely valuable for our quality of life. Not only is a nice walk through a forested area a balm for our souls, but living in harmony with nature will improve your health and increase your longevity of life. Good landscaping will save your money on your heating and cooling bills and will also increase the value of your property.

do not think about. They contribute to the health of our have the ability to capture and store carbon in their biomass - their roots, branches and even their stumps. Even more exciting is that the older a tree is, the better it can absorb carbon from the atmosphere. Research has shown that almost 70% of the carbon stored in trees is accumulated in the last half of their lives.

It is only a theory, but it is thought that older trees will store more carbon because they are at the top of the tree canopy and thus have consistent access to the sun. However, it is not just the height of a tree that is important, as trees will store more carbon in proportion to their size. This happens through the process of photosynthesis, where the trees will take the energy from the sun, and along with carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, will convert it into carbon based sugars that is then stored in the tree and allows the tree to do its daily work.

It is especially important as we are now well aware of the importance of reducing emissions and reversing the effects of climate change. If you think about it, every time we use energy we are responsible for producing greenhouse gases. Driving our cars, heating and cooling our homes, turning on a light, operating farm machinery are just a few of the ways we contribute to climate

change every day of our lives.

With this thought in mind, the Shand Greenhouse was built in 1991 adjacent to the Shand Power Station. The goal of building this greenhouse was to aid in offsetting the environmental impacts of generating electricity for Saskatchewan communities. There are many other of land conservation, reclamation, phytoremediation, shelterbelts and to provide new habitat for wildlife. Also, this program provides afforestation of portions of Saskatchewan in order to assist in the mitigation of carbon dioxide emissions.

Shand Greenhouse is investing in our environment by producing native plants and then distributing these tree and shrub seedlings free-of-charge to Saskatchewan groups and individual land owners. There are some eligibility criteria for you to qualify for free trees. Please go to the website at https://www.saskpower.com/our-power-future/our-environmental-commitment/shand-greenhouse for complete information. You can tour Shand Greenhouse by appointment anytime between 8am and 4:30pm Monday through Friday, from July to September or from January to April. They grow trees, shrubs and native plants utilizing waste heat generated by Shand Power Station and have now grown and distributed 12.5 million seedlings to date.

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Carly Jaye mural to freshen south wall at Boh’s Cycle & Sporting Goods

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Carly Jaye Art’s newest mural will soon be enchanting customers of Boh’s Cycle & Sporting Goods on Main Street with a building-scaled illustration incorporating outer space, the Northern Lights, Saskatchewan Prairie elements and, of course, cycling.

The mural will replace a Gus Froese artwork, titled National Light and Power Co., memorializing the changes that electric lighting brought to the city. The mural was originally sponsored by the Moose Jaw Asphalt Company and was completed by Froese in 1993.

“The downside to this project is that we had to cover up a Gus Froese mural,” artist Carly Jaye Smith said. “We did have approval from the appropriate sources to do so, and it was over 30 years old, so…

That’s the thing about street art, you have to appreciate it while it’s there, because there’s no guarantee of longevity.”

The old mural will undoubtedly be missed, but Boh’s owner Brittan Calibaba said it was past the point of being properly maintained for its heritage value.

“We had to do some mortar work on the wall last fall, so I called the [Moose Jaw Public Art Committee], and the city’s responsibility for the mural expired in 2007,” Calibaba explained. “So, they gave me the go-ahead to do what I needed to do in terms of infrastructure repair. They said that it wasn’t protected anymore, so after I knew it

“I called Carly, and we started working together on it,

as we already have a couple of times before.”

Froese’s family was made aware of the process and took photos of the mural for archival purposes.

Calibaba and Smith worked together on the design. She expects that if the weather co-operates, she will be

“With this design, we tried to incorporate the themes of the other two murals, on the north wall and the façade,” Smith explained. “So, similar colour tones and palette,

and it’s still cyclists, but there’s a daytime setting on the north, so we went with this night time, riding bicycles at night kind of thing on this side.”

Smith has been decorating the community for eight years now, including public art and private. Her mural work can seen be on the Palliser Regional Library headquarters in South Hill, on the Mad Greek Restaurant just up Main Street from Boh’s, and at the Moose Jaw & District Chamber of Commerce, to list only a few.

Emotion Arts & Music Festival will be held Aug 3-7 at the Besant Campground

Explore your creative side with over 100 performers from around the world

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Explore your creative side and reconnect with good friends at this year’s Emotion Arts and Music festival, which will be held at the Besant Campground between Aug. 3 – 7.

The music festival will feature some of the best electronic musicians and mind-blowing talent from over 100 performers from around the world.

The Besant Campground location provides a beautiful space to explore your creativity, let loose, and connect with friends.

Some of the festivities include artwork from a wide variety of artists, numerous food vendors on site, and workshops focused on creative expression.

On Thursday, Aug. 3, there will be a movie night at

A small sample of the performers includes Woofax, Lori the HiFi Princess, Cameron St. Denis, and Moonbeams ft. Zhe the Free from Canada. A few of the international artists in attendance will include Sammy Senior

(New Zealand) and X-Ray Ted (UK). campground, no pets, no unauthorized vendors or popup shops (these must be registered in advance), and those in attendance are asked not to drive around unnecessarily

after you have parked. The event is also drug- and weapon-free.

For a suggested list of items to bring, visit EmotionMusicFestival.com/what-to-bring

If you have to leave the campground for any reason, vehicles will be charged a $5 re-entry fee. Drivers are reminded not to drink and drive, and guests are asked to have a designated driver available.

The festival starts Thursday, Aug. 3 at 1:00 p.m., and ends Monday, Aug. 7 at 5:00 a.m.

The event is intended for those aged 19+.

The Besant Campground is located 15 minutes west of Moose Jaw along the Trans-Canada Highway and the entrance is on the south side of the highway.

Tickets for the event can be purchased online at EmotionMusicFestival.com/tickets.

For further information and frequently asked questions, visit EmotionMusicFestival.com/faq.

The original Gus Froese mural at Boh’s will be replaced with an artwork more in tune with the building’s current usage (photo by Gordon Edgar)

Carly Jaye, pictured here with Boh’s owner Brittan mid-August (courtesy Carly Jaye Art)

Photo by: Facebook/Emotion Arts & Music Festival

MJMAG summer programs introduce seniors, youth, newcomers to art practice

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The Moose Jaw Museum & Art Gallery’s (MJMAG) summer art programs give children, teens, adults, and seniors a friendly, expert introduction to their very own art practice, and the gallery has recently found a focus teaching newcomers to Canada.

“We do stay adaptable in terms of adjusting our program in response to enrollment,” explained Christy Schweiger, education co-ordinator at the MJMAG. “We have had some problems with enrollment being down in some areas this summer, but we have been working with the Moose Jaw Multicultural Council to increase our programming for refugees and newcomers.”

The Moose Jaw Multicultural Council (MJMC) ofstreet from the MJMAG’s Crescent Park location. Schweiger said that makes it easy for clients of the MJMC to walk over to the Moose Jaw Public Library and MJMAG.

“It works really well, that they’re across the street from us … and where we had low enrollment, we offered a program to their daycare centre, and we’ve been able to accommodate all 20 of their summer program students.”

Schweiger said the diversity of cultural backgrounds of the students has been a pleasure, and staff and students have learned from each other. Some recently arrived Afghani children have been a focus for several weeks in July.

ers. She is learning to teach art, and making communication easier on everyone.

Art programs at the MJMAG include many mediums, such as clay, collaging with recycled materials, beading, printmaking, drawing, sculpting, and, of course, lots of painting.

Guest artists from the community also occasionally

offer classes, often based on current exhibitions in the MJMAG’s Norma Lang Art Gallery, such as basketmaking with Beth Crabb, or puppets with Sylvia Ziemann.

fered in partnership with Saskatchewan Seniors’ Centre Without Walls (SCWW). SCWW is an over-the-phone social art program, with projects and materials designed by Schweiger, and phone conferencing and organizing by SCWW.

“This is our third year doing the over-the-phone program with Seniors’ Centre Without Walls,” Schweiger

Moose Jaw activity parks remain as popular as ever in summer months

Dog park, skate park and bike park all see plenty of action once the weather turns nice

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In recent years, the City of Moose Jaw has put more and more effort into developing and creating special activity parks for both youngsters and the community as a whole, and it hasn’t taken very long for those facilities to take off.

Leading the way is the Moose Jaw Skate Park, located across from the Kinsmen Sportsplex at 855 MacDonald St. W. The concrete facility is constantly busy during the summer months, especially during the evenings wheners, inline skates and bicycles honing their skills and just hanging out with friends. A shelter area helps keep the sun off, and the Sportsplex has bathroom and concession facilities if folks need either.

It also hasn’t taken long for the Moose Jaw Dog Park to become wildly popular, as well.

Originally built in 2014 in the Hamilton Flats area next to High Street West and down the street from Yara Centre, the facility features two off-leash parks, one for smaller dogs and one for larger dogs. The park is open year-round, with one-site running water from late May to late September, depending on the weather. The park has become so popular that it has its own Facebook page for folks looking to meet up with fellow dog owners, and you can check that out by searching for Moose Jaw Dog Park on the social media site.

The Moose Jaw Bike Park -- also located near Yara Centre on High Street -- opened in 2016 and has remained a popular stop for those looking to test their skills on the dirt hills and ridable obstacles. The Moose Jaw Police Association played a large role constructing the facility,

with the goal of offering a safe facility that would promote youngsters getting outside and having fun.

All three facilities are free to use and maintained by the City of Moose Jaw, helping ensure they’ll be in good shape whenever the public wants to put them to use.

For more information on all the parks and activity areas in Canada’s Most Notorious City, be sure to visit www.moosejaw.ca and check out the Parks and Recreation section.

said. “I, the art gallery, and SCWW provide art kits with written instructions and pictures, and they go out to up to 20 people who register in advance.

“Funding opportunities are drying up for that program, unfortunately, so the art gallery is taking more of a role in funding it. It’s a Sask-wide program, we have participants in Saskatoon and Prince Albert, for example. And it’s like $20 to ship art kits that far.

“We’ve also expanded into working with Brain Health. We have a dementia educator that I work with, and we use images from our collection here to engage with pictures and reminisce and tell stories from our lives.”

Current program offerings can be viewed at www. mjmag.ca/summer-art-programs. The MJMAG’s number is 306-692-4471, and Schweiger can help answer any program questions at educator.mjmag@sasktel.net. Lower-income families can contact Schweiger to inquire about program sponsorships, and she often works with schools and groups to program special activities or additional, more focused art classes.

A space-themed art week is coming up from July 31 sister program will run at the same time with Zimohliad facilitating. Further summer themes include storytelling using art, illustrating the natural world (with a bit of magical fantasy thrown in), and ‘life on the pond.’

More children-, adult-, and senior-focused classes return in the fall, with registration starting August 18. They will include Indigenous beading with Jazenta Saultier, and an intermediate watercolor class with Bhupinder Singh.

The MJMAG Norma Lang Art Gallery exhibition now is tRACEs: Lines, Lives, Loves by Jeannie Mah and Heidi McKenzie, continuing to run until September 3.

Christy Schweiger stands amidst art supplies in the MJMAG (photo by Gordon Edgar)

The Moose Jaw Dog Park, located on Thatcher Drive

The Moose Jaw Bike Park offers challenging terrain It’s a rare indeed not to see youngsters at the Moose

Herbert Stampede Association to host 36th annual rodeo Aug. 4-6

Herbert Stampede noted as number one rodeo in the Canadian Cowboy Association

Aaron Walker - Moose Jaw Express / MooseJawToday.com

Herbert, Sask. is hosting their 36th annual rodeo on Aug. 4 – 6, put on by the Hebert Stampede Association Ltd. The rodeo is the biggest draw to the town and as the biggest paying rodeo in the Canadian Cowboy Association, it is sure to draw some amazing talent.

This year’s lineup will feature a well-stocked list of 270 entries including cowboys from across Western Canada, Montana, and as far away as Australia.

“We started in 1987 with no facilities and rented panels and put on a rodeo in Herbert,” said Jim Klassen, President of the Herbert Stampede Association. “The committee expanded to the present day where it’s 25 members from at least a one-hundred-mile radius in the whole surrounding area.

“We built it up to be the number one rodeo in the Canadian Cowboy Association, which entails about 40 rodeos this summer,” he said. “It is the biggest paying rodeo, so we get all the good cowboys.

“There’s a buckle for the winner in each event,” Klassen explained.

“And a high point memorial saddle goes to

the most money made in two events.”

There will be a licensed beer garden for the duration of the event, and food is available. There’s a permanent food vendor run by the local rink board. “They have pretty good food there actually. It’s barbecued hamburgers and pretty much rodeo food,” said Klassen.

A vintage car show will also be taking place, and local car enthusiasts and collectors will display their best pieces in town.

On Saturday morning, the town puts on a parade at 10:00 a.m., and for the kids there will be a wild pony race

which also takes place on Sunday.

“On Sunday we have what we call the wild cow race. We have six teams turn their cows out all at once, and these three-man teams will have to get her mugged, get a bull rope on her, and ride her for three jumps. I gets pretty Western,” said Klassen.

There will be live country music on Friday and Saturday night, performed by Lisa Moen. The performance will take place at the local Saloon, and Friday’s event is free, but on Saturday night there will be a $20 charge.

The music will be country, and Klassen has con-

Anyone looking to participate as a contestant in the rodeo will have to aim for next year’s event, as the deadline for entry has passed. “The entries are all done, and the draw is made up,” said Klassen. To enter, contestants must be either a registered member of the Canadian Cowboy Association or be a local entry with a card.

The Canadian Cowboy Association can be reached at 306-721-2700.

If you are looking to attend the rodeo, the entry cost is $15 at the gate. Families will receive a discounted family rate, and for those looking to stay over the weekend, there is also a discounted weekend rate.

Parking is available on site, and this includes non-serviced campsites for those wishing to bring an RV be no extra charge for using the campsite but wishes to reiterate that the site is not serviced.

The rodeo grounds are located 25 miles (40 km) east of Swift Current along the Trans-Canada Highway and in the town of Morse, Sask. You can follow the signage once in the area as this will be clearly marked.

The Herbert Stampede Association Ltd. can be reached at 431-345-0323.

MJ Exhibition Company: Where Sask.’s agricultural roots shine brightest

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Agriculture has been a foundation for Prairie economics and culture since the region’s settlement in the late 19th an early 20th Centuries. Visit almost any Saskatchewan community and there will be a vibrant agricultural organization of some kind.

The Moose Jaw Exhibition Company has been that entity here since 1884, when the pre-cursor to the organization was established to run the Moose Jaw Hometown Fair. Through the decades, the Exhibition Company has become the primary host for a wide variety of agricultural, community-wide, social events, both private and public.

Almost 140 years after its creation, the company manages an extensive property of riding arenas, fairgrounds and convention space at 250 Thatcher Drive East. It’s annual calendar of events includes about 35 livestock and equine shows. Among them are events highlighting dressage, barrel racing, hunter/jumper shows, cutting shows and other types of agricultural gatherings. All tallied, the

NOTICE OF INTENTION

TO AMEND ZONING BYLAW PLAN NO. 5346

The Council of the City of Moose Jaw intends to consider a bylaw pursuant to The Planning and Development Act, 2007 to amend the City of Moose Jaw’s Zoning Bylaw No. 5346.

The proposed amendment would rezone portions of Parcel Z1, Plan 10263230 Ext 0 from RVCs1 - River Valley Conservation and Slump Hazard Overlay District and RVCf1 – River Valley Conservation District and Flood Fringe Overlay to UHs1 – Urban Holding District and Slump Hazard Overlay and UHf1 – Urban Holding District and Flood Fringe Overlay. The intent is that the whole of Parcel Z1, Plan 10263230 Ext 0 will be within the UH - Urban Holding District with respective hazard land overlays, contrary to portions of the parcel being within di erent Zoning Districts.

A map of the a ected area and a copy of the proposed Bylaw may be found on the City website at www.moosejaw.ca.

Public feedback on the proposed Bylaw may be directed to Planning and Development Services, 228 Main Street North, Moose Jaw, SK S6H 3J8, or by email at planning@moosejaw.ca. All written submissions must be received by 10:00 am on Monday, August 14, 2023. Questions may be directed to the Department of Planning and Development Services by email or by phone at 306-694-4443.

The proposed Bylaw and any submissions regarding the proposed Bylaw will be considered at the regular meeting of City Council to be held in Council Chambers, City Hall, at 4:00 pm on Monday, August 14, 2023.

DATED at Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan this 27th day of July, 2023.

Dawn Lugrin – Assistant City Clerk

Exhibition Company attracts up to 90,000 visitors per year, a large portion of that coming by hosting equestrian association events from throughout South Saskatchewan.

The organization’s complex of facilities meets the needs of almost any celebration or attraction. Equine and livestock events are held in three arenas. The Golden Mile Arena is set indoors, while the West Ring and Bill Gomersall Arenas provide outdoor venues through the temperate seasons.

enough room for a capacity of 1000 patrons and on-site catering services.

The smaller Golden Nugget Centre sits adjacent to the convention centre and holds up to 230 people. This available for a multitude of different celebrations, from private social gatherings such as reunions, weddings and parties to much larger public functions, like the South Saskatchewan Wildlife Association’s annual gun show in March. The Exhibition Company also regularly books a variety of craft, antique and collectibles shows.

Finally, the grounds are also home to the Moose Jaw Dog Club, which provides members with a gated dog run, dog training facilities and service, and competition through the Agility Association of Canada.

The Exhibition Company became the centre of town in June when the annual Hometown Fair was here. Besides the Hometown Fair, the organization’s calendar usually holds a dozen other events already booked throughout the rest of the year. The Saskatchewan Quarter Horse Association was held this past May, followed by the Moose Jaw Dog Club Regionals held in June, as well as The Quarter Horse Association show and the Highway to Heroes Car Show that were just held this July. The Saskatchewan Reined Cow Horse Association closed out the month.

The Saskatchewan Cutting Horse Association will host an event at the grounds Aug. 4 to 6, then the Canadian Ranch Roping Finals will take place Sept. 16 and 17.

Another Hunter/Jumper show, the Whistlestop Christmas Craft Show and the TLC Art and Craft Show currently round out the year’s bookings through to mid-November.

The other amenities that make the Moose Jaw Exhibition Company a “Grade-A” place for gatherings of all sizes are its convention and meeting rooms. The Exhibition Company Convention Centre sits at the south end of

Contact the Moose Jaw Exhibition Company for more information on events, facility rental availability and other services. The organization can be reached at 306.692.2723; by email at moosejawexh@sasktel.net; Facebook and moosejawex.ca.

“It is the biggest paying rodeo, so we get all the good cowboys,” said President Jim Klassen. Photo

by: Teresa Bellows

From The Kitchen

By Joyce Walter - Moose Jaw Express

Warm up appetites without soaring indoor heat

Keeping most of the heat out of the kitchen is the goal in homes during the summer months.

friend, will feed families and friends with little effort and without making the indoor temperature soar.

• • •

TUNA, PASTA & BEAN SALAD

3 cups rotini pasta

1 can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed

4 green onions, chopped

2 sweet green peppers, chopped

1/2 cup black sliced olives

2 tomatoes, chopped

1 head leaf lettuce

Dressing:

1/3 cup red wine vinegar

1/4 cup lemon juice

3 large cloves garlic, chopped

1 tbsp. dried oregano

salt and pepper to taste

1/2 cup olive oil

beans, onions, peppers and olives.

Mix dressing ingredients. Toss the pasta mix ture with half the dressing.

Mix in the tuna, tomatoes and remaining dress ing.

Spread lettuce on salad plates and top with ro tini and tuna mixture. Makes 6 servings.

• • •

ZUCCHINI SOUP

5 tomatoes

2 cups brown rice

1 tbsp. butter garlic powder

2 quarts water der until golden.

Slice tomatoes and add to skillet and cook for about 10 minutes.

Pour in water, heat to boiling. Add rice and turn down heat. Simmer for at least one hour or longer. (Longer is better.)

• • •

REFRIGERATOR OATMEAL COOKIES

1 1/2 cups quick oats

3/4 cup peanut butter

1/2 cup liquid honey

1/4 cup white or caramel chips

Add all ingredients to a large mixing bowl and mix until well combined

Line a cookie sheet with waxed paper or parch ment paper.

place on sheet. Press down slightly to form cookie. Refrigerate for at least one hour to set. Serve. Store leftovers in refrigerator.

Joyce Walter can be reached at ronjoy@sasktel.net

Local Dairy Queens in Moose Jaw participating in 21st annual Miracle Treat Day August 10

On Thursday, August 10, Dairy Queen (DQ) is hosting the 21st annual Miracle Treat Day to support children in need.

All proceeds raised locally will support the Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital in Saskatoon, which is the closest children’s hospital to Moose Jaw.

Blizzard will go to our local hospital in Saskatchewan,” explained Ann Angeles, who is the Marketing Manager at the Main Street DQ location.

You can support the cause by purchasing any size of DQ Blizzard treat on August 10.

The fundraiser does not include all menu items, however. “If you are buying a sundae (as one example), this is not included,” Angeles explained.

Angeles said that local support has been outstanding. “After (the pandemic) it’s been really great, and (a lot of people have) been participating. We have lots of local businesses that participate every year.

“Moose Jaw is awesome when it comes to Miracle Treat Day,” she said.

Businesses who want to get involved can request a pre-ordering form for their staff. If the order is made

Blizzard can be made for the order. Otherwise, DQ prethe menu.

Local businesses can receive a Miracle Treat Day pre-ordering form by contacting Angeles. This will get you signed up for her mailing list, and each year she will email them out to all participants.

To add some fun for the children and adults who remain children at heart, the DQ locations will be decorated

for the day, and you can have your picture taken to show further support.

“We do a photo booth, and whenever a business comes in to pick up their order, we ask them to step into the photo booth,” she said. “Everybody who wants totures will be posted online unless permission is given. Angeles said she’s looking forward to the event. “It’s pretty busy for us, but it’s worth it!”

Last year, in 2022, over three million visits to the 12 children’s hospitals across Canada were supported by the DQ Miracle Treat Day. This averages out to more than 8,000 visits supported each day.

Since the fundraiser began 21 years ago, the annual Miracle Treat Day has raised over $48 million from more than 600 participating DQ locations.

Both Moose Jaw Dairy Queen locations are participating in the event.

The Main Street DQ is located at 1711 Main Street North and can be reached at 306-692-8181. They are open 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.

The Caribou Street DQ is located at 440 Caribou Street West and can be reached at 306-692-0019. Their hours are 3 p.m. – 10 p.m.

Retired police dog handler thanks residents for support after animal’s death

The handler of retired police trauma/facilities dog Kane is thanking the community for its support after the 10-yearold yellow Labrador retriever died recently of cancer.

The Moose Jaw Police Service announced on its Facebook page on July 14 that Kane had died, nearly two years after he and Donna Blondeau walked into retirement. He worked for the agency from 2015 to 2021, while she worked there for 33 years, including 27 seasons as Victim Services co-ordinator.

“How do I let people know how … grateful I am for their outpouring of messages and love and condolences? I don’t know how to do that,” an emotional Blondeau told the Express.

“I mean, you can’t send a giant card to Moose Jaw and say here (accept my thanks),” she continued, her voice breaking. “I do want people to know (my appreciation) because (the positive comments) brought me comfort to know that so many people cared. That is important to me.

“It’s been incredible, actually. And it’s been helpful and it’s gonna take me through this (because) it’s still pretty raw … . (Residents’) kindness won’t be forgotten by me.”

Kane had been ill the past few years, and while Blondeau knew something was wrong, it took doctors tosized throughout his body.

It’s unfortunate that the retired trauma/facilities dog died, but he did “an amazing job” and helped thousands of men, women and children everywhere, she added. The community’s online response to the dog’s death

was heartwarming since nearly 600 people liked the police’s post and 71 left comments, said Blondeau. She received 101 likes and comments on her page, while a private group to which she belongs had 178 likes and comments.

“So it was overwhelming, to say the least. So I think what that tells me is that he did what we set out to do; he affected a lot of people,” she continued. “And a lot of these people, I have no idea who they were, but obviously (they knew us) through our travels all over the place.”

During their careers, Blondeau and Kane participated in regular conferences in Saskatoon and Elk Ridge, responders, met with cultural groups, and even provided comfort during the 2018 Humboldt Broncos’ memorial service.

Blondeau joked that everyone knew Kane while she just held his leash.

“Whatever ego I had before I got Kane, it took a backseat. Because let’s be honest here, babies and dogs take centre stage,” she said.

“And I was OK with that because I knew what he was capable of doing … (because) he had that (soothing) energy about him. To me, it was quite amazing. I’m still amazed by it.”

In Moose Jaw, Blondeau wrote a short book in early 2020 called “Kane’s Tale.” The book — freely distributed to 2,500 children in both school divisions — was designed to put kids at ease if they visited the police station and remind families that the canine was available if necessary.

The book was well-received, and while Blondeau and the police service planned to distribute it more widely, the pandemic struck. This prevented her and Kane from going to schools so kids could meet him if they hadn’t.

After retiring, the police service gave Blondeau the

“… after spending 24/7 with this dog, there was no way I was going to give him up after we had worked together for six-and-a-quarter years,” she added with a chuckle.

Jason G. Antonio - Moose Jaw Express

Kane, a yellow Labrador retriever, and his handler, Victim Services co-ordinator Donna Blondeau, launched a book in 2020 that talked about how the

Support the Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital by purchasing a Blizzard at either local DQ location Aaron Walker - Moose Jaw Express / MooseJawToday.com

taken July 28, 2023. Photo by: Aaron Walker

Provincial Court Report:

Five Ontarians accused of robbing local restaurant freed on cash bail

been released on cash bail and must return to court in late August.

Geani Nicolae Costache, Stelian Grancea, Livu on July 23.

Judge Brian Hendrickson read their alleged offencthey had obtained by crime.

the country. He indicated that Canadian Border Security

Jason G. Antonio - Moose Jaw Express

because of their immigration status and were consider-

rants didn’t exist since he was following the Criminal him to take. Furthermore, a cash bail was normal in this situation because none of the accused has connections to Saskatchewan.

ily to acquire the money, to which the Legal Aid lawyer said both were likely.

them later that day.

us,” one of the individuals said.

The investigation is ongoing.

Man accused of attempted murder released under conditions

Jason G. Antonio - Moose Jaw Express

murder and assault, has been released from custody on several conditions and is scheduled to return to court on

agreed to the man’s release, as long as he followed several conditions and returned to court in a month.

job.

Service received a call about a disturbance on the south

idence who required medical attention after sustaining

The male remains in serious condition. into custody at the scene.

Police continue to investigate the situation.

Sentencing date set for Calgarian accused of shooting at Moose Jaw police

The courts have scheduled a sentencing date for Jirard

rant against him.

reached a resolution. However, he wanted another week to clarify some outstanding items.

sentencing would be a joint submission, it would likely

Jason G. Antonio - Moose Jaw Express

be lengthy.

Judge Brian Hendrickson agreed to the extension and adjourned the matter to Aug. 3.

warrant issued out of Calgary for being unlawfully at large.

ers, administration members, crisis negotiators, and a

Man gets probation for stabbing sister’s boyfriend with a knife

Angry that his sister’s boyfriend had allegedly injured “stabbing one’s friends in the back” by taking a kitchen knife to his sibling’s beau. non-life-threatening wound.

said while reading the case facts. victim and then stabbed him.

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stabbed his sister’s boyfriend because the latter had allegedly broken the jaw of the siblings’ mother in an unrelated historical assault.

he did was wrong,” Schaeffer said. “There is some some of these issues.”

tact with or being near his sister’s boyfriend, and taking conditions.

born with cognitive challenges that affected his learning

She urged Judge Brian Hendrickson to consider the relatives went through residential school. This led to the breakdown of his family — including the use of drugs

offence, while it was fortunate that the injury was not life-threatening.

There is no good excuse to attack someone, even if

cannot take the law into their hands.

ing to me in terms of your behaviour, sir, and as sim-

July 27, 2023

Saskatchewan continues to receive great news on its economy. The province’s AA (low) credit rating and staMorningstar. When ratings from three major rating agen-ered, Saskatchewan has the second highest credit rating among all provinces.

The province’s wholesale trade for May 2023 was up 89.8 per cent from May 2022, for a total value of $7 billion. This is also an increase of 47.9 per cent above April 2023. This record wholesale trade growth is proof that Saskatchewan’s economic momentum continues.

Our province’s strong and growing economy allows

our government to invest in the programs and services that matter most to Saskatchewan people. The Seniors In-

better support seniors across Saskatchewan. SIP provides needs, in addition to income they receive through the Old Age Security and the Guaranteed Income Supplement. El-

million investment will support 14,500 seniors and marks the eighth increase to SIP since 2008 when the maximum

Our government just announced an investment of $530,000 to provide bursaries for students and recent graduates joining Emergency Medical Services (EMS) here in Saskatchewan. You can learn more at www. saskhealthauthority.ca.

As Saskatchewan’s economy continues to grow, we celebrate the industries that create this economic growth. August 5 is Canada Food Day, an opportunity to celebrate Saskatchewan’s world-class, environmentally sustainable products that feed people all over the world. Canada Food Day highlights the farmers and ranchers who grow the products served at consumers’ dinner tables.

This year, as those agricultural producers are facing many challenges due to dry conditions, our government is supporting them in many ways. The Saskatchewan Crop

Insurance Corporation (SCIC) has doubled its low yield threshold for this year to allow additional acres of low yielding crops to be diverted to feed. For more information, call 1-888-935-0000 or visit scic.ca.

Agriculture Minister David Marit requested the federal government conduct an AgriRecovery assessment to determine what assistance could be provided to livestock producers. The province also requested an early designation of the federal Livestock Tax Deferral Program to provide producers facing potential feed shortages with more options as they consider if they need to liquidate part of their herd. Our government is committed to supporting our farmers and ranchers to lessen the impact of these challenging conditions.

Our government also continues to urge the federal government to do everything within its power to facilideeply concerned about the impact on our province’s exof goods through these ports is key to maintaining Saskatchewan’s reputation as a dependable trading partner.

As summer continues, there are many opportunities to enjoy what Saskatchewan has to offer. It will soon be Saskatchewan Day on August 7. I wish everyone a safe and fun long weekend!

If you have questions, concerns or feedback, pleasetel.net.

Young’s Equipment marks training location in style

A new combine parked outside Moose Jaw Events Centre marks location of harvest-season training

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You might have taken a second glance if you drove past the Moose Jaw Events

Centre on July 26, as a large combine was conspicuously parked by the east entrance.

The combine belongs to Young’s Equipment Inc. and is one of their new 50-series models.

This combine marked the location of the harvest training program for customers of the business. At the centre, farmers are being shown the ins-and-outs of their latest equipment and given in-depth training to optimize productivity.

Every farming season, Young’s Equipment Inc. hosts a training program to ensure their customers get the most out of out their equipment. This is part of their customer service program.

“We are here with customers who have bought combines from us, and we’re just going through a pre-season run-down of new features and explaining how to best optimize their equipment,” said Rob Langley, Advanced Technology Specialist at Young’s Equipment Inc.

“We’re concentrating on our 50-series combines, which are automated,” he explained, noting that inputs have changed and now include more automatic features.

Some of the customers in attendance have just purchased new equipment, and others have returned for a refresher before harvest kicks off.

“We’ve had this (model) out for the last four years, so lots of our customers have used it already. For them, we’re just building on what they’ve learned,” said

Langley.

Training takes place on two occasions throughout the year: one course takes place in the spring before seeding, and one course takes place in the late summer before harvest.

“During the spring we do seeder and sprayer events for our customers, and just before harvest we do a combine event. in whatever season they are working in,” he added.

Construction is still underway on the new facility for Young’s Equipment Inc., and no completion date has been

announced. Langley stated that future training courses will be hosted at their own facility once it is available. The new facility is located west of town along the Trans-Canada Highway.

The current Young’s Equipment Inc. facility is located along the Trans-Canada Highway just east of Moose Jaw and can be reached at 306-694-1800.

To rent a classroom at the Moose Jaw Event Centre, they can be reached at 306-624-2040 or through their website at MosaicPlace.ca/Contact. The facility is located at 110 – First Avenue Northwest in Moose Jaw.

The latest Case IH 9250 Combine sold by Young’s Equipment Inc. is parked outside the Moose Jaw Events Centre on July 26, 2023. Photo by: Aaron Walker

Young’s Equipment Inc. hosts seasonal equipment training as part of their customer service experience. Photo by: Aaron Walker

Reflective Moments

By Joyce Walter - Moose Jaw Express

In a dream my Anglia is on display at car shows

venture into the vicinity of a car show or show and shine

I see the pride in the owners’ faces as they line up to show off their cars and trucks, classic or modern, all gleaming from a last minute spit and polish and shammy have suitable signage for all to read, but the written word there will be an answer provided with knowledge gainedsidered worthy of a spot in a car show lineup? away I just know they are laughing amongst themselves,

Then came the Toyota Corona, the Plymouth Volareers kept running into it), two Plymouth Sundances that I wanted to keep forever, the Ford Focus wagon, then my

Anglia would be able to hold its own with some of the

ous owner kept the engine compartment in pristine condi-

tators and other car owners could view and discuss the explain the incredible gas mileage, especially on a down-

The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author, and dosition of this publication.

Unfortunately we sold my Anglia to a buyer who its way to a scrap pile where all dead vehicles eventually

Out of curiosity I did some research and discovered an Anglia closely resembling mine recently sold for the

Today I see myself proudly lining up to enter the nearest car show and receiving jealous glances from otherer course to locate drive and reverse, and to once again

Joyce Walter can be reached at ronjoy@sasktel.net

Moose Jaw Public Library is senior friendly

Programming directed to adults/seniors and library services available regularly

Aaron Walker - Moose Jaw Express / MooseJawToday.com

For writers and lovers of good books, the Moose Jaw Public Library (MJPL) offers a wide range of interesting

There is also programming for seniors that may be of in-

The library itself features a beautiful rotunda and imposing brick façade built in 1963, this historical property 100,000 books and other materials, the MJPL is sure to

The library’s most popular senior-forward programming includes Tech Time classes and the Outreach Ser-

As one of the most popular library services, Tech Time is an adult learning course that focuses on new techyou on the use of a mobile phone, online search engine, These courses are meant to be on a one-on-one basis, but due to high demand, they are organized in a classroom

As demand for Tech Time is high, patrons are asked

If you’re unable to visit the library in person, the Service will deliver books and any other materials — from audiobooks to DVDs to large-print books — right to a week, and the borrowing period is extended for patrons

For seniors who love needlework, knitting, sewing, crocheting, or embroidery, the library’s Needleworking take place once a month at the library, Needlework Night focuses more on socializing and mingling rather show off your needlework skills, learn a few new tricks,

The Needlework Night is hosted on every fourth Tuesday of each month, but it’s best to call the library and

brary’s archives program, you can peer back in time and scrapbooking, doing family research, and even just recall-

The archives department is one of the busiest at the library, so it is best to call ahead and book an appoint-

In addition to the archive service, there’s also an an-

Library Edition — which uses the same site but is on a library account — you can stop by and do your research

If you do not consider yourself computer savvy, the library has staff members available to guide you through

The free ancestry database service is only available for patrons who are physically present at the library, and bring your own laptop if you wish, and the program can Every second weekend of each month, the Moose

events are open to all ages, and everybody is welcome to some nights their event has seen around 20-25 people in attendance, so this can be a great opportunity to meet oth-

The MJPL also hosts adult classes covering a variety

The library is open to program suggestions and any The Moose Jaw Public Library is located at 461 -

For additional information on library programs, ask for Naiomi Setter, who is the Social Media and Public

The library can be reached through their website at

2SLGBTQ SUICIDE HELP

Wigmore Hospital Mental Health & Addiction Services

Mon-Fri, 8-5 (except stat holidays): 306-691-6464

MJ Police and Crisis Team (PACT): 306-694-7603 or 911 Canada Suicide Prevention Service: 1-833-456-4566

Text: 45645 or Chat: crisisservicescanada.ca

Regina Crisis Line: 1-306-757-0127

Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868

Text: CONNECT at 686868

First Nations & Inuit Helpline: 1-855-242-3310

OUTSaskatoon Helpline: 1-800-358-1833

Trans LifeLine: 877-330-6366

The 2SLGBTQ community faces higher rates of suicide caused by discrimination and isolation. But you are not alone. Help is a phone call away.

A view of the rotunda as you enter the Moose Jaw Public Library. Photo by: Aaron Walker

The Moose Jaw Public Library is located at 461 LangAaron Walker

Modernizing the Events Centre’s ticketing process and are two memories that will stick with general manager

Even

said the

City council hired Ryan MacIvor as the general manager of Mosaic Place in September 2019 (pictured), and after four years, he is moving back to B.C. to be closer to family. Photo by Jason G. Antonio

Co-owners Trevor Gunderson (left) and Kim Waud (right) with Elkridge Glass Ltd.

Photo by: Elkridge Glass Ltd.

CITY HALL COUNCIL NOTES

THE NEXT REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING IS MONDAY, AUG 14.

Ongoing water and sewer maintenance projects have

pionship and everything that went into ensuring it was

PUBLIC NOTICE

CITY OF MOOSE JAW

All Departments in City Hall will be closed on:

MONDAY, AUGUST 7, 2023

(Saskatchewan Day)

In addition, there will be NO TRANSIT SERVICE on Monday, August 7, 2023

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Jason G. Antonio - Moose Jaw Express

Jason G. Antonio - Moose Jaw Express

CITY HALL COUNCIL NOTES

Organizing and running the 2023 World Para Hockey Championships was a “Herculean” task involving hundreds of staff and volunteers whose efforts ensured the event was a success, the Events Centre GM says.

“A special callout to the volunteers and their commitment for the event. And really, from the bottom of my heart, (thank you to) my team at the Events Centre,” Ryan MacIvor said emotionally during the July 24 reguthe tournament.

“It’s pretty spectacular when you understand what we did (including employees’) tireless work to ensure the venue was open and welcoming. They really are the unsung heroes and the MVPs from my point of view.” in Canada, Saskatchewan, or Moose Jaw, while it was also a “Herculean effort” to undertake, he continued. Organizers had only 120 days to start preparing after Hockey Canada awarded the community the event and

“It was no small feat,” MacIvor remarked. Statistics indicate there were more than 15,000

port staff; more than 2,500 hotel room nights booked; days to install para hockey infrastructure. The tournament will leave a legacy at the Events

Centre and in the region, MacIvor said.

The venue now has a para hockey conversion kit, change rooms have accessible shower heads and chairs, there are new time clocks in dressing rooms and most internal electrical components have been upgraded.

Meanwhile, Team Canada held an open public practice and a meet-and-greet with the Regina Avengwith another Regina team; Hockey Saskatchewan had para stakeholder meetings; the World Para Ice Hockey organization held women’s development meetings; and many athletes used the city’s accessible transit.

“We haven’t really hosted a big event since the Scotties back in 2020, and so growing that volunteer infrastructure, we sort of set the stage that we now have this big international event where we continue … to build upon (that volunteer base),” said MacIvor, noting more than 135 volunteers contributed over 10,000 hours.

The organizing committee developed partnerships with Prairie South School Division and a school in Regina since it was “imperative” to engage with youths, he continued. Players from Team Canada travelled to four schools in Moose Jaw — six in total participated — to speak with students, while more than 1,450 students attended three morning games.

The event was also an exercise in “nation building”

since the Snowbirds participated in presenting player of the game awards, attended games and received recognition, welcomed Team Canada to its dressing room and delivered and announced the starting lineup. The aero-

The championship had so much coverage locally, nationally and internationally that it generated “incredible footage and stories” across the world, said MacIvor.

The data shows more than two million people viewed tournament videos, more than 58,000 viewed the YouTube live stream and over 900,000 watched on other platforms. Furthermore, there were 94,200 online engagements, more than nine million impressions and 617 posts.

“To think that Saskatchewan … (and) Moose Jaw made it to the Para Olympic Games’ Facebook page (is awesome),” MacIvor said. “That is one of just many, many, many news stories and articles that went around the world.”

The City of Moose Jaw was “spectacular” in its commitment to the tournament, the event was incredible, and it was humbling to see the athletes perform at a high level, he continued.

To thank council for its support, MacIvor presented an artwork of a thunderbird that an Aboriginal artist had made for the tournament, noting the creation embodied how everyone pulled together.

The Coteau Street East bridge, the Ninth Avenue Southwest road and smart meters were some topics that city council asked city administration about during the recent regular meeting.

Coteau Street East bridge

Coun. Heather Eby inquired about the Coteau Street East bridge and whether there was any new information about it.

Bevan Harlton, director of engineering, explaineddestrians can still use it — in May after a structural engineering consultant determined the structure had deteriorated.

City hall has been evaluating the structure monthly since closing it to vehicles and determined it remains safe for residents to use, he added.

Council decided during its 2021 budget discussions to tear down the 110-year-old bridge and split the demolition costs with Canadian National Railway.

A previous council report indicated it would cost $1.8 million for minor maintenance of the bridge and replacement in 2025, $1.1 million for conversion to a pedestrian bridge and replacement in 2025, $2.7 million for major rehabilitation and replacement in 2035, and $2.2 million for conversion to a pedestrian bridge and full replacement in 2035.

City hall could demolish the bridge between now and 2027.

Ninth Avenue Southwest road

Coun. Jamey Logan inquired about when the Ministry of Highways planned to address Ninth Avenue Southwest, considering that road was becoming dangerous on which to drive. The road is experiencing slope instability and slumping issues, which are also causing giant potholes.

The ministry met with city manager Maryse Carmi-

ect’s design, said Harlton. Once that’s complete — it’s work with communications to schedule open houses to discuss the construction.

City hall is waiting for the ministry to complete the design before approving it for tender, he continued. Meanwhile, the province is committed to repairing the slumping road this year and remediating the rest next year; undertaking the project in two phases is fair.

“I agree. I hope it will be taken care of this fall,” said Logan.

Mayor Clive Tolley agreed, saying, “Many people have been inquiring about that.”

Smart meters

Coun. Doug Blanc wondered how the smart water meter installation project was going and how many had been installed. He also wondered what city hall was doneeded to be operational if city crews ever needed to shut off water to a residence or neighbourhood.

City crews and contractor Neptune have installed 4,500 smart water meters so far, which is a 34-per-cent completion rate, said Harlton. The project manager says everything is on schedule and crews should install all 12,500 meters on time.

Meanwhile, as crews replace the water meters, they are also checking the curb shutoffs — the municipality is not waiting for homeowners to complain — to determine if they have failed or are malfunctioning. They then report them to city hall, which creates a rating list of ones

Harlton noted that city hall is not linking the completion of projects, which means crews will continue to shutoffs using different methods if necessary.

“In the middle of next year, we will have a list of curb stops that need work. And then we’ll have to prior-

NOTICE OF INTENTION

TO AMEND ZONING BYLAW PLAN NO. 5346

The Council of the City of Moose Jaw intends to consider a bylaw pursuant to The Planning and Development Act, 2007 to amend the City of Moose Jaw’s Zoning Bylaw No. 5346.

The proposed amendment would rezone 476 Stadacona Street East, legally known as Lot 11, Blk/Par 49, Plan OLD96 Ext 0, from R1 – Large Lot Low Density Residential District to R2 – Medium Density Residential District. The purpose of the amendment is to accommodate for future higher density residential land uses.

A map of the a ected area and a copy of the proposed Bylaw may be found on the City website at www.moosejaw.ca.

Public feedback on the proposed Bylaw may be directed to Planning and Development Services, 228 Main Street North, Moose Jaw, SK S6H 3J8, or by email at planning@moosejaw.ca. All written submissions must be received by 10:00 am on Monday, August 14, 2023. Questions may be directed to the Department of Planning and Development Services by email or by phone at 306-694-4443.

The proposed Bylaw and any submissions regarding the proposed Bylaw will be considered at the regular meeting of City Council to be held in Council Chambers, City Hall, at 4:00 pm on Monday, August 14, 2023.

DATED at Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan this 27th day of July, 2023.

Dawn Lugrin – Assistant City Clerk

cials who quit in April 2022.

City council unanimously approved Starchuk’s ap24 regular meeting, using section 16 of The Construction Code Act as its authority, and instructed the mayor and Starchuk starts Tuesday, Aug. 1.

required — to MuniCode Services Ltd. since 2009, and the company completed all work for building inspections

and plan reviews, a council report explained.

Council appointed Jordan Hoffort as a building ofOctober, which meant MuniCode was performing less work in this area, the report continued. With the hiring of Starchuk, the municipality will no longer be required to contract out any work — including completing all building plan reviews and inspections — to that company.

Michelle Sanson, director of planning and developcan inspect industrial or commercial buildings.

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Jason G. Antonio - Moose Jaw Express

Jason G. Antonio - Moose Jaw Express

Moose Jaw fastball players matched up pretty well against their counterparts from the United States. One just has to look at how three members of the Moose Jaw Ice performed at the USA Softball 12U B Northern Nationals this past week in Fargo, N.D.

Playing with the Minot Storm Blue, the Ice would play key roles in in their team’s performance as the Storm went all tournament before eventually settling for a

The Ice put together a 2-1 record in the round robin and won their opening playoff game 14-5 over Grantburg Barnettners bracket.

There, they’d run into unbeaten Pool B winner Hillsboro and end up in one of their closest games of the tournament before going on to a 4-3 win.

The Storm had realized in their opening game that Strueby -- one of the standout pitchers for the Ice in their provincial AA winning campaign -- had the potential to do big things in the event, and from that point on, the ball was essentially hers.

And to say things turned out well onstatement, with the win over Hillsboro an example.

Strueby would go the distance, allowwhile striking out 15 of the 28 batters she faced and throwing 116 pitches.

The Storm rewarded her by overcominning and then holding on in the seventh

for the win.

Olafson and Ansell had a rare hitless game in the tournament, while Strueby was 1-for-2 with a run scored and a walk.

That sent Minot into the winners

12-2 over previously undefeated Bainerd White.

Storm would lead 6-0 through three beforening.

Olafson had a 2-for-2 outing that in-

cluded a pair of runs scored and two runs batted in, while Strueby was 1-for-4 with a run and two RBI. Ansell had a hit in four trips and scored a run.

Strueby did her thing in the circle, allowing two runs on four hits and walking two while striking out 14 of 24 and tossing another 101 pitches -- giving her a tidy 417 for the weekend to that point.

From there, it was into the winneriar foe: the Brookings Outlaws, who had handed the Ice their lone loss in the round

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robin.

Things looked good early this time around for Minot, as a pair of runs in each 4-2 lead. Brookings kept chipping away were all tied up 6-6.

The Outlaws took over the next inning, though, with six runs giving them control of the game. The Storm got one back in the bottom of the frame, but that’s as close as they’d get.

Strueby would take the loss, with only seven of the 12 runs counting as earned. She’d give up 16 hits and walk four while striking out 11, throwing another 120 pitches in the process.

Strueby also had a good game at the plate, going 3-for-4 with a run and two RBI. Olafson was 2-for-4 with a pair of runs scored, Ansell 1-for-4 with a run.

That sent the Storm into the ‘B’ side thanks to a 5-4 loss to West Fargo United.

It was a tough one, too, as after tying the game in the seventh and scoring in the extra inning, West Fargo would put up a pair of runs in the bottom of the extra to Olafson was 2-for-4 with two RBI, while Strueby had a hit and a walk in four trips to the plate. Ansell was held without a hit.

Strueby capped the tournament by goon six hits four walks, striking out another 13 and throwing another 126 pitches, for a grand total of 663 through Minot’s eight games through the week.

The Moose Jaw Canucks Red might have absorbed more than their fair share of losses throughout the Baseball Regina 13U AAA regular season, but during the July 22 weekend all those games against tough competition came within a couple of wins paying huge dividends.

The Canucks went undefeated through the round robin and reached the playoff round before falling short of the gold medal game at the Baseball Sask 13U AA Tier I provincial championship in Prince Albert.

Moose Jaw opened the tournament with a 6-3 win over the Saskatoon Cardinals on Friday, July 21 before picking up back-to-back wins on Saturday, July 22 defeating Humboldt 15-10 and downing Maidstone 12-6.

That was good enough for a 3-0 re-

July 23. There, the Canucks fell behind in the middle innings and nearly staged a late-game comeback before dropping an 11-8 decision to the North East Expos.

Moose Jaw 6, Saskatoon 3

The Cardinals took a 3-1 lead out of the fourth inning, but Moose Jaw would and would tack on an insurance marker the

Isaiah Ross had a 2-for-2 game that included a pair of RBIs, while Nigel Legare was 2-for-3 with two doubles and a run scored.

Dax Chesney got the start and albefore Dalton Stephens, Brady Novak, Rhett Benaschuk and Legare all combined

Moose Jaw 15, Humboldt 10

The Canucks needed an even bigger comeback in their second game, as after trailing 10-4 through two innings, they’d put up runs in each of the next four frames -- including six in the sixth -- to secure the victory.

David Choe had a stellar game at the plate, going 2-for-2 with, two walks, four runs scored and an RBI to lead the offence.

Chesney was 3-for-4 with two runs and two RBI, while Rylan Gray went 2-for-4 with two runs and two RBI. Benaschuk had a single hit and knocked in three runs, Novak was 3-for-4 and knocked in a pair, Ross and Hudson Sowden also crossed the

plate twice each.

Baxter got the start and allowed six runs, three earned, on four hits while get-

four runs on eight hits and striking out six. -

Moose Jaw 12, Maidstone 6 Sure enough, the Canucks needed angame, only this one wasn’t quite as onerous.

Trailing 4-3 through three, Moose at the end of the inning. A four spot in the

sixth gave the local crew control, though, and they’d tack on two more in the sevEvery player but one had at least a base hit in the win, and all but two scored at least one run.

Gray led the way, going 3-for-4 with two runs and two RBI, while Ross was 2-for-2 with two runs scored and three RBI. Legare also plated three runs, while Benaschuk had a pair of RBI. -

gave up two runs, none earned, on threelowing a single hit in the seventh.

North East 11, Moose Jaw 8 Moose Jaw’s run of rallies came to lack of trying.

After North East scored three runs take 10-4 lead, the Canucks would put up four in the sixth to close to within a pair. The Expos would add an insurance marker the next inning, though, and Moose Jaw would get the tying run to the plate in the seventh before falling short.

Gray led the offence with a 3-for-4 showing that included a pair of runs, while Chesney also had a pair of hits and scored two runs. Taeve Morhart knocked in a pair, Ian Kampus added a hit.

Benaschuk started the game and went

the fourth inning, Chesney capped the conthree innings and striking out seven.

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Randy Palmer - Moose Jaw Express

Moose Jaw All Stars returning to the Little League Canadian Championship

All Stars take 10-0 victory over North Regina in Game 4 of provincial championship tournament, to represent Prairie region at Canadians Aug. 1-10 in Regina

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The Moose Jaw All Stars are heading back to the Little League Canadian Championship.

The All Stars clinched their berth on Monday, July 24 thanks to a 10-0 mercy rule win over North Regina in Game 4 of the provincial championship at Gamble Diamond, giving the local squad a threeseries.

As a result, Moose Jaw will once again be the Prairie representative at Canadians from Aug. 1-10 in Regina.

“This was the goal from the start,” said All Stars coach Scott Nielsen. “That’s what I told the boys before the game, our whole goal was to get to Canadians and now we’re going to have fun and represent Moose Jaw.”

in control, four more runs in the fourth put things off with the shutout.

Taylor Usher got the job done on thelowing only seven baserunners throughout the night.

Most of Moose Jaw’s offensive production came from the bottom of the order, as Glenn Drummond, Jacob Warren and Grayden Mowrey scored two runs each while hitting ninth, 10th and 12th respectively. Burke Bechard also reached base three times and scored a run.

Now the focus turns to nationals in just over a week’s time.

Based on how things went in tournament play in the lead-up to provincials, Nielsen is hoping his crew will be in the hunt.

from Moose Jaw, we’re going to have tons of fans there, even more than (2022 in) Calgary, so it’s going to be fun,” Nielsen said. “I’m excited, the kids are excited and we’re looking forward to it.”

Canadian Championship schedule

The All Stars open the tournament against Ontario Little League West at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 1 and face Quebec’s Mirabel Academy at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday. Aug. 2 before receiving their off day on Thursday, Aug. 3.

The round robin continues against Alberta Calgary West at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 5 and against defending champion B.C. Little Mountain Little League at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 6. Moose Jaw then wraps up the preliminary round on Monday, Aug. 7 when they take on host North Regina Little League at 2 p.m.

The top four teams from the round Wednesday, Aug. 9 at 10:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., with the gold medal game set for Thursday, Aug. 10 at 12 p.m.

All games are at Kinsmen Park, located at 3310 Lakeview Ave. in Regina.

The Little League Canadian Championship winner will advance to the Little League World Series Aug. 16-27 in Williamsport, Penn.

The big win was a rebound for the All Stars, as they’d dropped an 8-1 decision to North Regina in Game 3 after taking a 12-1 victory in Game 1 and winning 7-1 in Game 2.

and played how they were supposed to, but the third game, I think maybe they thought they had it in the bag and they learned a lesson,” Nielsen said. “I told them nobody wins a championship without losing some games, and they bounced back and were ready to go today.”

The All Stars only scored a single run

“We should compete at Canadians, we’ll be the underdogs, but you never know what can happen,” he said. “We went to Alberta for quite a few tournaments and our last one was in Lethbridge, we battled really hard and were within a couple of runs of the top teams there. So it’s going to be a really good Canadians for these kids.”

It certainly won’t hurt that the tournament is a mere 45 minutes east, with the All Stars certain to see incredible fan support as a result.

“We’re going to have a huge turnout

Flying Fins Chartrand, Colenutt bring home host of medals from North American Indigenous Games

Chartrand wins three silver, two bronze while Colenutt claims trio of bronze medals at major multi-sport event in Halifax Randy Palmer - Moose Jaw Express

Moose Jaw Kinsmen Flying Fins competitors Damian Chartrand and Blaze Colenutt turned in a stellar showing at the recently concluded North American Indigenous Games, and they have the hardware to prove it.

Chartrand picked up three silver and two bronze in the Dalplex Pool, while Colenutt brought home three bronze from her events during the week-long multi-sport event.

Chartrand, 17, competed in the 19-and-under division and picked up his trio of silver in the breaststroke races.

It all began on Wednesday, July 19 when Chartrand put down a time of 2:37.79 to claim second place in the 200-metre breast and followed up with bronze in the 4x100m freestyle relay.

Chartrand then enjoyed a three-medal day 24 hours later, winning silver in the 100m breast in 1:11.49 and landing second in the 50m breast in 31.09. He then capped his NAIG success with a silver medal showing in the 4x50m medley relay.

Chartrand was joined by Saskatoon’s Jacob Cameron and Landon Dubiel along with Nipawin’s Staley Oftebro for each of the relay medals.

He also just missed two more medals

Colenutt, 15, took to the pool in the U16 division and joined Saskatoon’s Victoria Darling, Prince Albert’s Ali Diehl and Regina’s Mira Kiefer for each of her medals.

That included bronze in each of the

in the 50m back and eighth in the 400m free.

Saskatchewan has a history of dominating at the North American Indigenous Games, and 2023 was no exception. The

standings with a total of 176 medals, including the third-highest total of gold medals at 52 to go along with the most silver and bronze with 62 in each category. 160 medals, while Ontario was third with 128 medals, including 55 gold. Wisconsin winning 56 medals.

4x50m free relay, 4x50m medley relay and 4x100m free relay.

Kinsmen Flying Fins competitor Damian Chartrand with some of his medal haul from the North American Indigenous Games.

Blaze Colenutt (left) is joined by her Team Sask teammates after their bronze medal win in the 4x50 metre relay

The Moose Jaw All Stars are returning to the Little League Canadian Championship after winning the provincial title on Monday night.

Moose Jaw hitter Grayden Mowrey goes down for a base hit.

All Stars hitter Jacob Warren caught up baseline for a hit.

The Moose Jaw All Stars celebrate with the provincial championship trophy.

Coach Marriott looking forward to Miller Express postseason and potential title run

When Moose Jaw Miller Express head coach Eric Marriott said prior to the start of the 2023 Western Canadian Baseball League campaign that he was looking for an even better regular season from his crew, many onlookers likely scoffed at the prospect.

The team was coming off a team-record 33 wins the previous season and had come within a single game of winning the East Division outright, not including what they ended up accomplishing in the playoffs.

Not only have the Miller Express done just that, they’ve done so in style -- the team picked up their 35th win of the campaign on Sunday afternoon with a 14-7 win over the Swift Current 57’s, clinched the East Division title earlier in the week and are now even closing in on

Marriott hopes this is a sign of things to come.

“It’s been an exciting season for us as a coaching staff, a team and an organization,” Marriott said shortly after meeting with the team after their win. “We expect-

ed to build off last year and we set some goals and we’ve hit a couple of them and still have a couple more to hit for the rest of the year.

“I’m super proud of the boys; they’ve been awesome all season. Getting 35 wins, back-to-back (setting team win records) and winning the East outright so early, it shows how much grit these guys have.”

Finishing off the East Division title -- which the Express did on Wednesday with a 9-4 win in Swift Current -- was paramount, especially given how they lost the title on the last day of the season in 2022.

“It was super important to us, home league and our fans are the best,” Marriott said matter-of-factly. “No team wants to come to Ross Wells and play us, and if we can secure it early like we did, it makes a big difference. Now we just have to hit our peak going into playoffs and not be content with where we’re at. It’ll be a tough game for someone coming in here for Game 1, for sure.”

The Express could have simply thrown things into cruise control and relaxed heading into the playoffs, but with Okotoks and Sylvan Lake having fallen back to the pack over the last week, Moose Jaw is now a single game back of

“Our number one goal is to win a championship and if we can get home

what we’re gonna do,” Marriott said. “We another one, we’re right there. We’re one game back right now and if we can get home ice advantage all the way through, that would be a great time.”

Sunday’s outing was a return to form for the offence, beginning with a six-run from Greyson Barrett and three batters later a three-run home run off the bat of Julio Acosta.

The 57’s clawed their way back to within a pair heading into the bottom of the third, but that would be as close as they’d get. Two Moose Jaw runs in the fourth, and things were all but academic.

Dougie DelaCruz added a solo home afternoon 3-for-4 with four runs scored. Acosta was 1-for-2 and drew three walks, scored three runs and had four RBI, while Barrett was 3-for-5 with a run and three RBI.

Cameron Dunn got the start and altwo innings before giving way to Andrew Barger, who allowed a single run on two hits in an inning of work.

Julian Gonzalez and Triston Seitz each tossed two scoreless before Kaleb Waller allowed three runs in the eighth. a scoreless ninth.

The Express are back in action on Tuesday, Aug. 1 and Wednesday, Aug. 2 when they host the Medicine Hat Mavericks. Game times are 7 p.m. at Ross Wells Park.

The Moose Jaw Warriors made a major trade last Friday afternoon, as the Western round Prospects Draft pick Marek Howell to the Vancouver Giants in exchange for forward Ethan Semeniuk.

The deal came at the request of Howpick, 16th overall in the 2021 Draft.

“Following the season, Marek approached us about the possibility of moving on from the organization and we wanted to accommodate him the best we could,” Warriors general manager Jason Ripplinger said in a press release announcing the trade. “We wish him the best of luck with the Giants.”

Howell was one of four players who received what amounted to a 17-game suspension for actions detrimental to the Western Hockey League last season.

The Warriors also received Vancou2024 Prospects Draft and the Giants’ sec-

ond-round pick in 2025. Moose Jaw also sent along a fourth-round pick in 2024. Semeniuk, 18, is heading into his

third WHL season and was a third-round pick for Vancouver in the 2020 Draft. The 5-foot-11, 175-pound Fort St.

John, B.C. product had 12 goals and 22 points in 54 games with Vancouver during the 2022-23 campaign after putting up eight goals and 13 points in 56 games in his rookie season.

“We’re getting a player that can play in our top-nine and for us to get some more draft assets to continue building our hockey club, whether it’s through the draft or a trade,” Ripplinger said.

“Ethan has high-end speed, he has skill, he scored 12 goals last year, so we’re looking for him to add more depth to our forward group.”

Howell played parts of two seasons with the Warriors and had two goals and six points in 49 games.

Next up for the Warriors is their annual training camp at the end of August, with taking place on Thursday, Sept. 7 against the Swift Current Broncos in Swift Current.

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Randy Palmer - Moose Jaw Express

Moose Jaw Minor Baseball product

Kaleb Waller pitches for the Miller Express in the seventh inning against Swift Current.

Bobby Pokorney delivers for the Miller Express in the ninth inning.

The Moose Jaw Miller Express gather for the post-game chat after their 15-7 win over Swift Current on Sunday afternoon.

Julio Acosta follows through after sending a Swift Current offering down the third baseline.

The Moose Jaw Warriors added forward Ethan Semeniuk from the Vancouver Giants in exchange for defenceman Marek Howell on Friday.

The season of success the Moose Jaw Miller Express have put together in Western Canadian Baseball League action this week with all sorts of milestones.

First came the big one -- the Millering the local squad a nine game lead atop the division and no team with enough games left on their schedule to catch them. to a 4-3 win over the Regina Red Sox totwo teams this season.

That win also gave Moose Jaw 34 victhe club in the WCBL.

dropped an 8-7 decision to the 57’s on

went three innings and allowed a single and eighth and gave up a single hit andfect bottom of the ninth.

Moose Jaw 9, Swift Current 4 tied 3-3 through three innings. The Exsixth and adding another in the seventh for an 8-3 lead. The teams exchanged runs the

and three runs scored while hitting in the

with two runs scored and two runs batted in. Lachance also had a good night with a 3-for-3 showing that included two runs twice.

Moose Jaw 4, Swift Current 1 of the season to lead the Express to theing out eight.

Zach Sigmon saw to it there would begle hit while striking out four. heading into the late innings when Nate Mensik gave his pitching staff a bit of rethe night 1-for-3 with three runs batted in. 3 with a run.

Luke Lachance barely had to move to second base during the game Thursday against Swift Current.

Moose Jaw 12, Weyburn 7 and scored three runs.

It was a tough start for Kaleb Wallerton Seitz surrendered two runs on two hits scoreless second.

Things went well for Moose Jaw pitching staff from there -- Gabe Soto

from his tough outing with a scoreless seventh while Seitz pitched a scoreless eighth with a hitless ninth.

Swift Current 8, Moose Jaw 7

game in the bottom of the frame and surrendered the game-winning run in the top of the ninth to drop the one-run decision.

Soto got the start on the mound for was lights out from there. He’d put tohits and striking out three.

Andrew Barger allowed a run in the one of his toughest outings as member three walks and a pair of hits while getting pitched the ninth and allowed the winning run.

Moose Jaw 4, Regina 3Cruz with the game-winning run in the bottom of the eighth inning to give Moose Jaw the Trans Canada Clash win innings before giving up three runs in the sixth and would cap his night with a qualseven without giving up a walk. Gonzalez and \Craig went to work Regina the next two innings and Craig securing the save. run double as part of Moose Jaw’s threerun fourth inning.

Randy Palmer - Moose Jaw Express

The Moose Jaw Miller Express gather for a team photo after winning the Trans Canada Clash season series with the Regina Red Sox on Saturday night.

Greyson Barrett makes contact and against the 57’s Thursday night.

Nate Mensik keeps a good eye at the plate during second inning action against the 657’s.

They might not have been able to secure the gold medal on home soil, but it was still a solid weekend for three Moose Jaw teams as hosts of the Softball Sask Open Women’s provincial championship this weekend at Eddy Moore Park.

Both the Heat and Strikers advanced to the Hustlers also advanced to the playoffs but

their pool with a 2-1 record, thanks to a 12-7 win over the Hustlers in the tournament opener and 10-3 victory over the West Central Black Ice. They dropped a 6-5 decisionnal game, but still took top spot in the Green Pool.

That sent the Strikers straight to the

After losing their opener 5-3 to the

behind win over the Saskatoon Fury, 15-5 victory over the Saskatoon Lunar Eclipse and the round robin.

Their 2-2 record was good enough to

the Hustlers and end up in an absolute battle, taking an 11-10 victory.

where they’d fall 4-2 to the Lunar Eclipse. The Hustlers recovered nicely from their opening loss to the Strikers, taking an

Randy Palmer - Moose Jaw Express Action from the Softball Sask Open Women’s provincial championship this past weekend at Eddy Moore Park.

Moose Jaw’s Corrin wins PGA Saskatchewan Zone championship

Back-to-back rounds of 73 see Corrin claim Assistant’s title by two strokes,

Moose Jaw’s Nathan Corrin has put toon PGA Saskatchewan Tour. And now he has a major champion-

win the PGA Sask Oakcreek Zone Assis-

ment.

Championship at The Ranch course in

tour.

the tournament come together on short no-

Corrin his second 73 and a two-shot win “I knew somewhere around even par

Terry Schick, John Kot, Matt Schick and

Randy Palmer - Moose Jaw Express

Randy Palmer - Moose Jaw Express

Moose Jaw’s Nathan Corrin (left) won the PGA Saskatchewan Assistant Pro Oakcreek Zone championship on Tuesday.

prize. Pictured are Bev Arnold (tournament organizer), Terry Schick, John Kot, Matt Schick and Mike Zerr.

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AUTOS

Autos Wanted- Paying $12000.00 for usable plateable 1979- 1991

Grand Marquis Crown Victoria, or town car. Will consider other years and similar GM or Chrysler models (Delta 88, 5th Avenue, etc.) Call pr text Doug

anytime 3006-6814816

AUTO PARTS

Two used 5 ft. tractor tire tubes - $50 each 306-630-7796

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Firearms, I am paying cash for guns in the Moose Jaw and surrounding area. Any condition, parts, ammunition or anything

Free pickup of unwanted, gas operated lawn, garden, snowblowers,

recreational, chainsaws, generators, boat engines, etc, as well as smaller farm equipment, Moose Jaw and surrounding area. Call or text 306-641-4447

HOUSEHOLD ITEMS

2 dozen quart sealers with glass tops and metal rings - $20/ dozen. Separate glass tops - $2 each. Steamer trunk with assorted Christmas decorations - $125.00 306-6307796

asking $350.00 Central Vac with accessories $500.00. call 204572-1024. Recently located to Moose Jaw

Antique McClary Fridge built in 1955. Does not work anymore. You could use it in your garage or base-

ment to store items. $45.00. Call 306-6934894

2268. Interior/exterior, renovations, formwork,ing, painting and all siding- no job too big or small. Reasonable rates, 30 years experience.

Moving jobs done reasonably: appliances, furniture, dump runs.

Macerator toilet$360.00 cash or 3 payments of $120.00 each. Walkin tub $660.00 cash or 3 payments $220.00 each. Phone 306-694-0675 leave message SERVICES Need work done? Contact Bill at 306-630-

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The U15 AA ICE team Sendwill be held on Wednesday, August 2 at Optimist Park. The BBQ will begin at 6 PM with games following at 6:30 PM on Diamond 1. Donations will be gratefully accepted to assist families with the cost of going to Nationals.

The community is invited to join in. Please come out and support our local ball team and wish them well!

in Crescent Park Amphitheatre on Wednesday evenings at 7:30 p.m.

Aug 02 Heritage Fiddlers/Aug

09 Scott Heatcoat and the Entertainers/Aug 16 Timothy Eaton’s Jam Band/Aug 23 Derald Busse & Friends (6:30 – 8:00 pm)

www.moosejawlawnbowling.com or Call 306 690 8739 for additional times.

Lawn Bowling is a recreational sport that provides mobility adaptations, as well as opportunities for intensive competitive play. Everyone from 6 to 106 is WELCOME ! Moose Jaw’s greens are on the east side of beautiful Crescent Park . Lawn Bowling greens are OPEN @10am Tue & Sat and @ 7pm Mon, Tu, Wed & Thur; Drop ins WELCOME. Additional times are available. To Ask questions or register mjlawnbowling@ gmail.com or just show up on the day. There will be 3 more tournaments in our 2023 calendar:

Saturday 26 August 2023Teams to be selected for a random Jitney. Start at 0930 am.

Saturday 16 September 2023

- Final season windup tournament and BBQ. Start at 0930 am. will be held on September 23 with dancing from 1-4pm at the Cosmo Senior Centre – 235 – 3rd Ave. NE. Cost $10pp/Watchersvided. Beginner/High Beginner and Improver Dances – No Vel Smith; Guest Instructors –Brenda Winter & Cheryl Chow. For more information call 306.642.0015. -

– 303 Coteau Street invites anyone interested to attend Griefshare groups. The meetings take place on Thursdays at 7:00 pm. GriefShare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you throughriences. You don’t have to go through the grieving process alone. It hurts to lose someone. Find help at GriefShare. To register, go to www.giefshare.org or contact Isaac Nadarajah at isaac@livingsprings.life and attend as many meetings as you like.

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Monday 7—8pm (Moose Jaw Nar-Anon Family Group) is a twelve-step program for relasomeone else’s drug use and is in-person at Moose Jaw Alliance Church, 14 Neslia Place. Come in Main Doors – Meeting in Rm 103. You Are Not Alone! Your anonymity and what you say at meetings will be carefully guarded. utilize communication skill components to create the smorgashave potential to provide.

Big Country Toastmasters club meets on Wednesdays at 7pm. Regular training opportunities have resumed with in-person @

Upcoming Events in Moose Jaw

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TAP Toastmasters (TAP) meet every Tuesday at 7 pm. Email cathymorrell@gmail.com

tales place at the Church of Our Lady Community Centre, 566 Vaughan Street on Tuesday evenings. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Bingo begins at 7:00 p.m.

weight loss support group meets every Wednesday evening at the Alliance Church, 14 Neslia Place. (Corner of Thatcher Drive W. & 9th Ave.W.) Please enter through the west-facing door, turn right and go to end of the hallway by the library, to room 105. Weigh-in takes place from 6:30-7:00 pm. Meeting to follow. TOPS can help you reach your weight loss goal by providing you with tools, information and support to be successful. The group shares friendship, weight loss tips and another. New members are very welcome. Our scale weighs up to 500 lbs.

will not be meeting during the meetings will be the second and fourth Wednesday nights in September.

Interested photographers are welcome and invited to join and Be Focused With Us! For more information: Wanda - 306-6937440 or Len - 306-693-7685. themoosejawcameraclub.com every Wednesday from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. at St. Andrews Church. Call 306.692.7365 for more information.

461 Langdon Cres. Phone 306.692.2787; visit their website at https://www.moosejawlibrary.ca/

Have you tried Creativebug?

Did you know that you have free access to Creativebug with your library card? Enjoy guiltfree inspirational screen time, nurture your creative soul by learning new skills, and learn easy ways to practice your craft every day. Access Creativebug now!

The library would also like to remind patrons that Regional Park Passes are available to borrow if you have a Saskatchewan library card.

Among other special programs and regular activities in August, the MJPL will have a Space KAHOOT! trivia event from 2 to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, August 16, in the library theatre. The game will test participants on their space knowledge, so interested parties should brush up on galactic facts. The theme is part of the ongoing grant the library has received from the Canadiancial support to the MJPL Summer Reading Program.

The MJPL will hold a special ‘Family Fun in the Sun’ event on Tuesday, August 1 from 1 to 3 p.m. for families with children aged 3 to 5. There will be a storytime in the park, a visit to the Crescent Park Splash Park, and sponge painting. The event is a partnership with KidsFirst and the Moose Jaw Literacy Network.

Another special event will take place on Monday, August 28, at 7 p.m. when Saskatchewan archaeologist and author Tim Jones presents in the theatre. The event is sponsored by the Saskatchewan Writers’ Guild and their funders SaskCulture

and Sask Lotteries. Jones’ career spans more than three decades and he is the author of The Aboriginal Rock Paintings of the Churchill River.

D&D: Shrouds of Astra

An all-ages D&D campaign named Shrouds of Astra will run on Thursdays, August 3 to 31 from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. in the Reading Room.

This campaign requires registration by emailing youth@moosejawlibrary.ca.

Thursday Movie Matinees

Thursdays, August 3 to 31, in the MJPL Theatre at 2 p.m. All ages welcome, drop-in program.

Tabletop Tuesdays

Tuesday, August 8 in the Herb Taylor Room at 6:30 p.m.

Drop-in program, snacks provided, and games galore, from cards to boards to dice.

MJ Chess Club at the MJPL Sunday, August 20 from 1 to 4 p.m. in the South Meeting Room.

Come and go format, all ages

Needlework Night

Tuesday, August 22 in the Herb Taylor Room at 6:30 p.m. All ages and skills levels are welcome and snacks are provided.

Family Movie Night

Wednesday, August 23 in the MJPL Theatre at 6:30 p.m. This month’s feature is The Great Mouse Detective (1986).

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Tech Time

By appointment only, call 306692-2787 to book a personalized one-on-one session with a tech wizard who can help clients learn how to use their devices and apps.

Magic the Gathering

ence levels welcome, drop-in program.

Saturdays, August 5, 12, 19, and 26 at 2 p.m. in the Reading Room.

MJPL Movie Club

Monday, August 14 in the MJPL Theatre at 6 p.m. This month’s feature is user’s choice, with a poll option available at moosejawlibrary.ca/ adult-programs/mjpl-movieannounced on August 8.

Mortgage Workshop

This workshop will be Saturday, Aug. 19 at 10 a.m. in the Herb Taylor Room, and will teach the basics of mortgage and real estate for newcomers, with guest speakers Natalia Osypenko and Darla Braaten.

Digital Literacy for Gmail

Bring your own or borrow one from the library and learn how to comfortably navigate the ins and outs of Gmail.

Tuesday, August 22 in the South Meeting Room at 2 p.m.

Thursday, Aug. 31 at 6 p.m. in the MJPL Theatre.

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Teen D&D and New Adult D&D

Teen D&D, for ages 12 to 16, takes place Thursdays in the MJPL Archives at 6:30 p.m. New Adult Digital D&D, for ages 15 to 22, takes place Fridays at 4 p.m. on the library’s Discord channel.

Both programs require registration: Register by emailing youth@moosejawlibrary.ca.

Teen Maker Space

Wednesday, Aug. 2 at 6:30 p.m. in the Herb Taylor Room. Snacks provided for this drop-in program, ages 12 to 19.

Teen Gamers – Games Night

Tuesday, August 9 at 6:30 p.m. in the Herb Taylor Room, for ages 12 to 19.

Featuring card games, board

games, and video games in various formats. No registration required; snacks provided.

How do I do that?! workshop series

Tuesdays, 2 to 4 p.m., and every other Saturday 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., in the Herb Taylor Room, for ages 15 to 22. Get help with everything from scholarships to resume writing to budgeting.

Teen “I Made This” Art Program

Wednesday, August 16 at 6:30 p.m. in the Herb Taylor Room, for ages 12 to 19.

Wednesday, Aug. 30 at 6:30 p.m. in the Herb Taylor Room. All supplies provided, for ages 12 to 19, for a delicious self-decorated snack. Registration required at youth@moosejawlibrary.ca.

More Information on MJPL programs, including the schedule of Children’s Programs in August, is at www.moosejawlibrary.ca.

A highlight for children’s programs in August is a Nanan Stem Academy workshop on Saturday, August 26 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. in the South Meeting Room, for ages 8 to 13.

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High St W Moose Jaw; Contact: 306-692-5453. Facebook @ ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION-Branch 59 Moose Jaw.

Instagram: @Royalcanadianlegion59. SHA restrictions in effect at all Legion events.

Bingo every Monday evening in the Lounge. Play starts at 6pm, Paper goes on sale at 5pm. Playing ten regular games with all games are cash prizes. Please invite your friends for a fun night out.

Dart League every Thursday starting at 6pm. $25 to enter for the season. No membership required.

Cribbage every Tuesday at 1:30pm. Registration at 1pm. Cost $2 and please pre-register your team by calling 306.693.9688.

ery Friday at 7:00pm.

Chase the Ace/Meat Draw every Saturday. To see the total check out Facebook page on Wednesday and Fridays for the upcoming Saturdays numbers.

For current listing of events online visit: Monthly Calendar | Royal Canadian Legion Branch 59- Moose Jaw (royalcanadianlegionbranch59moosejaw.ca)

For more information

Call: 306-694-4223 or Email: mjsenior@shaw.ca . The centre is now open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 8am – 8pm.

Fitness Level & Indoor Walking Track open Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Friday’s 8am4pm

Wood working area – Monday to Friday 8 am – 4 pm

Timothy Eaton Cafe open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.

– 4 p.m. Cinnamon Buns are on Thursday’s. Tuesday is pie day.

Kitchen is open Monday to Friday. Everyone is welcomed.

Billiards open daily from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. as well as Monday & Thursday evenings from 4:30 –8 p.m.

Pickle Ball – Monday & Thursday mornings @ 10 a.m.

- Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday

afternoons @ 1 p.m.

- Monday & Thursday evenings @ 7 p.m.

- Wednesday @ 6pm

Fitness- Chair/Low Impact Fitness Mondays & Thursdays @ 1:00 p.m.

Cribbage – Wednesdays @ 1 p.m.

Hand & Foot Card Game for Beginners – Thursday @9:30 am.

Mah Jong – Wednesday @1

p.m.

500 Cards – Thursdays @ 1 p.m.

New – Full Body Work Out Monday at 9:30am and Wednesday at 9:30 am

Scrabble – Monday’s at 1pm

New – Spades Tuesday and Friday at 1pm

Line Dancing – Tuesdays @ 10 a.m.

Intro to Line Dancing – Wednesday’s @ 11am

Table Tennis – Monday Afternoon 1pm

Art & Crafts – Monday, Tuesdays & Wednesdays @ 1 p.m.

Thursdays @ 1 p.m.

Paper Tole – Tuesdays @ 1 p.m. Nickle Bingo – Fridays @ 1 p.m. Quilting – Every Friday 9am to 4pm

Lounge – Friday’s from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Jam and dancing (New Name Change) – Friday’s 9 a.m. 6:30pm– 235 3rd Ave. N.E. Phone 306.692.6072 or email cosmo@sasktel.net. Check them out on Facebook.

Monday: 9:30am-Pickle7pm-Camera Club – only on the 1st Monday of the month

Tuesday: 9:30am-Jam Session/ 1pm-Pickleball/7pm-Friendship Bridge/7pm-Beginners Only Pickleball

Wednesday: 8:30am-TOPS/ 9:30am-Pickleball/1pm-PONYTAIL Canasta/1pm-Floor Shuf-

Thursday: 10am-Line Dance/ 1pm-Pickleball

Friday: 9:30am-Beginner Pickleball/1pm-Regular Pickleball

– 279 High St. W, Moose Jaw. 306.692.4412 or anaf252@sasktel.net

Friday Evening Fun Pool and Darts at 7 pm.

Saturday at 4:30 pm Meat Draws, 50/50 and gift cards. Everyone including non-members are welcome to join in. ANAVETS #252 Membership Drive until November 11th. Half year memberships will be $22.50 for ages up to 64 and $17.50 for 65 years and older. Only those who have never been members of the Association in the past are eligible to apply.

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EVERY THURSDAY: Ladies sales start at 5:30 pm, draws start at 6:00 pm – Meat Draw, 50/50, “Chase the Ace” EVERY SUNDAY: Aerie “Meat Draw” – ticket sales start at 2:30 pm – Meat Draw, 50/50, Mystery Draw, “Chase the Ace” MONDAY THRU SATURDAY –DROP IN POOL – 1:00 pm to 1:30 start time. Singles and Doubles. Partners draw from those attending to play. AUGUST 19, 2023 – BRANDON AND COMPANY – playing in the Eagles Club Lounge starting at 8:00 pm

SEPTEMBER 22 & 23, 2023 –ORIGINAL COVERS – playing in the Eagles Club Lounge starting at 8:00 pm50 Diefenbaker Drive, Moose Jaw. Please call for more information (306) 6935989.

You can read more about the upcoming sessions and how to sign up for the free Virtual Coffee Club talks at: https://wdm.

August: Yellow and Green Seek and Find

August 6: Summer Pop-Up #5: Making Moose Jaw Steam Day · August 13: Summer Pop-Up #6: Baking

Obituaries / Memorials

THUL, BEATRICE ISABEL

April 26th, 1937 to July 24th, 2023

It is with sadness we announce

Beatrice Isabel Thul (née: Ludvikson) passed away on Monday, July 24th, 2023 at Pioneer Lodge in Moose Jaw, SK with her family by her side.

Beatrice was born near Glaslyn, Saskatchewan on April 26th, 1937, to John and Grace (Kellogg) Ludvikson, and was the sixth of ten children and grew up in the Glaslyn area. After school she followed her sister Myrtle’s footsteps and began work for the Saskatchewan Government Telephones in Marquis, Saskatchewan. It was here she met and married Ray Thul. Ray, Beatrice and their 2 sons, Richard and Michael, remained in the Marquis area, farming and living on Ray’s parent’s home quarter, then moving to Marquis for many years until eventually moving to Moose Jaw after Ray retired from farming. Beatrice was an excellent homemaker, cooking, cleaning, sewing, gardening, canning, the list goes on and on. She also worked at Valley View Care Center as a housekeeper when the boys were younger. In her “retired” years she worked with Michael at his store for years enjoying the customers, attending trade shows with Michael, and in general the downtown community. Bea loved family times, preparing and cooking meals cards at the kitchen table. She also mastered a variety of crafts, too many to list, but some of them include and in her later years at Westpark Village she enjoyed painting.

She was predeceased by her husband, Ray Thul; parents, John and Grace Ludvikson; siblings: Blanche, Myrtle, George, Lloyd, Lorne, Jean, and Yvonne; brothers-inlaw: Gene Thul, Gordon Thul, Earl McCartney, and Gill Spasoff; and sister-in-law, Ag Spasoff. Bea is survived by her son, Richard and Kay (née: Lewis) Thul, and their children Christopher Thul (Kylee, Braxton and Macey), Haddow and Courtney (née: Tebbutt) Thul; son, Michael Thul; sisters, Bernice Harrison (née: Ludvikson), and Bertha (Billy) Abott (née: Ludvikson); sisters-in-law, Trudy McCartney (née: Thul) and Shirley Thul (née: Nutzhorn); as well many nieces and nephews.

We would like to thank the staff at West Park Village for the care given to Beatrice over the last 5 years, as well Pioneer Lodge for the care she received from the very caring and compassionate nurses and nursing aide

A Memorial Service was held on Sunday, July 30th, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. in Moose Jaw Funeral Home with of sympathy, donations in Bea’s name may be made to Five Hills Health Region/Pioneers Lodge for Memory Lane, 1000 Albert St, Moose Jaw, SK S6H 2Y2. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Cara Ashworth Funeral Director 306-693-4550 www.moosejawfuneralhome. com

LAMBERTON, DOROTHY ADA ANN

It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden death of Dorothy Ada Ann Lamberton, our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, sister and sister-in-law. Dorothy passed away on July 2, 2023. She was born on December 28,1938 to Ada and Gordon Robertson in Hamilton, Ontario. In 1960 after teaching in Hamilton, she ventured west, where she taught elementary school on the Armed Forces base in Comox, British Columbia.

In 1962 she met and soon married Neill Lamberton. This began a new adventure as they moved to other bases across Canada and Europe. During this time she raised two sons, had many career changes and willingly volunteered her time in her communities. At the end of their military life, they returned to Vancouver Island. yard were a joy to see! She had many close friends in Courtenay, across Canada and as far away as Ethiopia. Her kindness, caring nature, generosity and smile was felt by all who knew her.

Dorothy was predeceased by her parents, her son Scott, her sister Bernice and her two brothers Bill and Jack. Dorothy will be sorely missed by Neill, her husband of 61 years, her son Neill Robert of Moose Jaw, daughterin-law Ilona of Cobourg, Ontario, sisters Joyce and Kay of Hamilton, Ontario and many nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her ‘outlaws’ as she lovingly referred to Neill’s siblings and their families. They loved her dearly and will miss her. Our kind and gracious lady is gone from our midst but never from our hearts!

If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Red Cross Society, or to a charity of your choice.

Card of Thanks

Stadnyk & Marcil Families

We wish to say a heartfelt “Thank-you” to family and friends for their many expressions of support and sympathy: kind words, hugs, cards, flowers, food, gift cards, and donations to the Humane Society in Kira’s memory. Each thoughtful act was like a ray of sunshine through the clouds.

Thank-you to Terri and Gary at the Moose Jaw Funeral Home, and to Church of Our Lady –especially Father Nestor, the choir, the CWL Lunch Committee, Vicki, Val, and Victor – for helping make the Celebration of Life memorable.

–Warren, Catherine, Adrianna, Ted, Roxanne, Rene & Rosalie

Registration opens for second annual ‘Little Chicago’ car show on Main St

Chicago Show & Shine’ in September 2022 (photo by Randy Palmer)

AUTO RACING

Friday 4 p.m. FSR ARCA Menards Series Michigan.

BASEBALL

Thursday

5 p.m. NET MLB Baseball Houston Astros at New York Yankees.

9 p.m. NET MLB Baseball Oakland Athletics at Los Angeles Dodgers.

Friday

5 p.m. NET MLB Baseball Toronto Blue Jays at Boston Red Sox.

9 p.m. NET MLB Baseball Los Angeles Dodgers at San Diego Padres.

Saturday

5 p.m. NET MLB Baseball New York Mets at Baltimore Orioles.

8:30 p.m. NET MLB Baseball Seattle Mariners at Los Angeles Angels.

Monday 5 p.m. NET MLB Baseball Toronto Blue Jays at Cleveland Guardians.

Tuesday

5 p.m. NET MLB Baseball Toronto Blue Jays at Cleveland Guardians.

Wednesday

5 p.m. NET MLB Baseball Toronto Blue Jays at Cleveland Guardians.

FOOTBALL

Thursday

6 p.m. WDIV NFL Football New York Jets vs. Cleveland Browns.

6:30 p.m. TSN CFL Football BC Lions at Winnipeg Blue Bombers.

Friday

7 p.m. TSN CFL Football Toronto Argonauts at Calgary Stampeders.

Saturday

5 p.m. TSN CFL Football Montreal Alouettes at Hamilton Tiger-Cats.

Sunday

5 p.m. TSN CFL Football Ottawa Redblacks at Saskatchewan Roughriders.

HORSE RACING

4 p.m.

Saturday

CTYS The Price Is Right at Night The Prank Panel (N) Hudson & RexParamedics: Paramedics:

19 TSN (6:30) CFL Football BC Lions at Winnipeg Blue Bombers (N) (Live) SportsCentre (N) (Live) World Cup

20 NET (5:00) MLB Baseball Sportsnet (N) (Live) Baseball Oakland Athletics at Los An geles Dodgers (N)

25 EDACC Big Bang etalk (N) Rookie Blue "Under Fire" Farmer Wants a Wife Farmer Wants a Wife

26 W Mom Mom Will & Grace Will & Grace <++ Charlie St. Cloud ('10) Amanda Crew,Zac Efron.

29 ENCAV (6:20) <+++ Les Misérables ('12) Hugh Jackman. Nurse JackieNurse JackieWeeds (:35) Weeds

33 CMT Raymond Raymond The Office The Office Frasier Frasier Cheers Cheers

35 TLC Dr. Pimple Popper (N) My Strange Addiction My Strange AddictionDr. Pimple "Mötley Cÿst"

38 DISC Aussie "3 Men and Gold" Outback "Rookie Mistake" Bones Bones

41 COM Sheldon 'Til Death Friends Friends Friends Friends Big Bang Big Bang

42 TCM (6:00) < Girls! Girls! Girls! <++ Where Angels Go, Trouble Follows ('68) <+++ The Silencers ('66)

47 AMC (6:00) <++++ Jaws ('75) Robert Shaw, Roy Scheider. <++ Jaws 2 ('78) Lorraine Gar y,Roy Scheider.

48 FSR NHRA Drag Racing DENSO Sonom a Nationals Dangerous Log Hauling

55 CRV1 (:05) <++ Marry Me ('22) Owen Wilson, Jennifer Lopez. Just Like (N) (:50) Warrior (N) Movie

56 CRV2 (5:50) <++ Midway ('19) (:15) <++ Ticket to Paradise ('22) George Clooney < Honk for Jesus. Save Yo

57 CRV3 (:20) Office (:45) Office (:10) Parks (:35) Parks Station "Dr. Chaudhar y" Staircase "Common Sense"

58 HBO < Tina ('21) Angel City (:05) Quincy Jones

FRIDAY EVENING MOVIES SPORTS SPECIALS

PM 7:30

Cheers 35 TLC (6:00) 90 Day Fiancé (N) 90 Day (N) Match Me Abroad 90 Day 90 Day Fiancé

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12 WXYZ Ms. Marvel "Crushed" (N) Ms. Marvel "Destined"

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Topper Returns ('41)

47 AMC (6:00) <+++ Mission: Impossible II Tom Cruise. <+++ Mission: Impossible III ('06) Tom Cruise.

48 FSR NHRA Sportsman Seattle Inside X Inside X Dangerous Heavy Haulers

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Dog Days

The earth’s climate is always changing, it is never static. We are in a warming trend now which has affected us on the Prairies with a hotter than usual June. Then we cooled a bit in early July but now we are in the Dog Days of summer.

Since 1538, the term Dog Days has been used in

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Columnist John Kreutzwieser loves to research words and writes this weekly Word Wisdom column for Moose Jaw Express/MooseJawToday.com. He has an interest in the usage, origin, and relevance of words for society today. Greek and Latin form the basis of many words, with ancient Hebrew shedding light on word usage.

John would like to know if anyone has a sincere interest in a relevant word that he could possibly research for an upcoming column. If so, please send your requests to wordwisdom2021@gmail.com . Words will be selected according words will be used.

Dog Days

However, the real reason that dogs got singled out for Dog in Dog Days refers to the Dog Star, Sirius, connected to the Dog Star

stellation called Canis Major, meaning larger dog, close rising of Sirius coinciding with the summer days of August and called this time hemerai kynades, meaning dog days

tinues to gradually shift relative to the Sun and will rise in the middle of winter in about 10,000 years.

of dogs, remembered on August 16th, may have some connection to the Dog Days Dog Days

summoned to an alternate world where the inhabitants have animal ears and tails.

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We are now in the Dog Days

Rev. Dr. John Kreutzwieser is a retired pastor from Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Moose Jaw, SK. He graduated with a doctorate degree in 2006 from the Robert Webber Institute for Worship Studies in Florida.

Brickspo once again draws huge crowds to WDM for all things Lego

Close to 100 displays on hand featuring all sorts of interesting and unique builds

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Build it, and they will come.

Thousands of visitors descended on the Western Development Museum for Brickspo 2023 this past weekend, checking out the annual celebration of all things Lego.

Patrons were once again treated to hundreds of intricate builds by members of the Saskatchewan Lego Users Group, ranging from a gigantic Star Wars diorama to pastoral farm scenes, miniature designs to picture-perfect pixel art.

It was all once again a popular stop

for folks throughout the day Saturday as visitors checked out everything the show had to offer.

“It’s really cool,” said Alexis Jones, WDM programs and volunteer coordinator. “It’s all adult creators and they make their own creations, so it’s not just out of a box, and some are very large and some are very small, so we have lots of different categories that you can go through and check out.”

Various activities took place throughout the day, including a swap sale where folks could pick up new projects, wacky

races featuring Lego vehicles and informational sessions where visitors could learn about Lego builds and how to create their own displays for future Brickspo events.

who recently joined the WDM in her position, and it was easy to be impressed with what was on site.

“I think the amount of work and time they put into their projects, you can really see it,” she said. “How much they care about Lego and wanting to share their art with other people, I think it’s really beau-

tiful.”

The show offers visitors a chance to check out the museum proper, something many a patron was more than happy to do.

“Some people haven’t been here before so it’s great to get people through the door to see what the museum has to events,” Jones said. “Like the Blow Off Some Steam that will be happening on Aug. 12 with our Short Line Train, so it’s good to get people through the door.”

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Sights and scenes from Brickspo 2023 at the Western Development Museum on Saturday afternoon.